May 30 La Catarata

In the morning we spoke to the manager of the Eco-lodge and got a history and an explanation of what they actually do there as far as running the lodge with sustainable energy and what times of the year they are most popular. It's time to go check out the waterfall! Supposedly it was only a couple of Kilometers away so Michelle and I decided to hike it and enjoy the views of the Volcano. Unfortunately we did not bring enough money and had to return to the eco-lodge to get more and then make the trek back up to the waterfall. It was very hot, but definitely worth it. The waterfall was amazing and it was even more rewarding to get in the water! The waterfall is another example of how the national parks are a part of the tourism industry because they charge to enter the parks. After the waterfall we were able to visit the Indigenous replication of the Maleku Tribe. This tribe is actually located about 40 or 50 Kilometers from this location. I was a little disapointed with this presentation because I felt like it was very over done and was a little fake. I understand that they did perform dances around fires and most of the information they told us was real, but it was too theatrical for me. I did really enjoy their art work and bought a little souvenir for my parents and the money went to different families in the tribe. After the tribe we entered into town for a dinner. We found a place that had pasta and pizza!! So exciting, even though rice and beans was good and fit the culture, I was in need of some comfort food. PASTA! It was a fun night to get together, eat and relax.