Got this notice from my friend Roberto Torres in San Jose de las Matas. Fewer people make the trip through las Matas and Mata Grande. It might interest some. Scouts Tours leaves that area from March 4-8. $6500RD per person. Mules, 3 meals a day, hats and coats, activities each night y mas. (809) 256-0205, (809) 392-7374. Good luck.