#TDARutaMaya in 10 Instagram Photos

Our shortest, but arguably toughest cycle adventure came to a close earlier this month. The staff are busy sunning themselves poolside in Caye Caulker, so before we get a final report to post on our blog, here is a quick summary from the various pictures posted on Instagram related to #TDARutaMaya.

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1. The big start in San Jose.

Forget the #election, #politics and #calexit. The 2016 Ruta Maya has started, and is heading north through #CostaRica, #Nicaragua, #Honduras, #guatemala, and #belize. I’m feeling better already. #escapelife, #alwaysgo #welltravelled #fromwhereiride #exploremore #doyoutravel #gooutside #getoutstayout #staywild #adventureiswaiting #worldbybike #traveladdict #adventurebybike #travelbybike #freedom #bikewander #RubberSideUp!

A photo posted by TDA Global Cycling (@tdacycling) on Nov 13, 2016 at 3:39pm PST

2. Paul and Brian relax at our roadside lunch.

Early lunch on the side of the road. #tdarutamaya

A photo posted by Lisa Delfiner Parsons (@backyardadventuregirl) on Nov 14, 2016 at 7:58am PST

3. The tour gets the attention of the local authorities.

Peter receives an escort from the police, reason unknown! #tdarutamaya #tdarider #biketravel #bikewander #adventureiswaiting #adventurecycling #centralamerica #cycletouring #Nicaragua #doyoutravel #exploremore #fromwhereiride

A photo posted by TDA Global Cycling (@tdacycling) on Nov 21, 2016 at 3:25pm PST

4. Looking into the abyss.

Riders and staff take in the sight of lava, on #tdarutamaya, outside Granada Nicaragua. #getoutstayout #gooutside #centralamerica #staywild #travelbybike #traveladdict

A photo posted by TDA Global Cycling (@tdacycling) on Nov 22, 2016 at 9:30am PST

5. Sometimes walking in quicker! #19percentgrade.

Marek tackling a 19% section. The end of the toughest day on #tdarutamaya yet. #travelbybike #Honduras #outsideisfree #fromwhereiride #humanpoweredadventures #unforgettablebikeride

A photo posted by TDA Global Cycling (@tdacycling) on Nov 26, 2016 at 3:59pm PST

6. The lovely flora.

A rest days sampling of flora on #tdarutamaya. #gooutside #outsideisfree #nature #jungle #flora

A photo posted by TDA Global Cycling (@tdacycling) on Nov 15, 2016 at 6:04pm PST

7. Mountains to climb and rivers to cross.

Yesterdays river crossing. These local women are crossing on the rocks while TDA rider, Brian, just walks through with his bike. I have full suspension so I was able to ride my bike across. #tdarutamaya

A photo posted by Lisa Delfiner Parsons (@backyardadventuregirl) on Nov 29, 2016 at 5:41pm PST

8. Next up Belize!

TDA Ruta Maya cyclists head for Flores. Next cycling day will bring them to their 5th and final country on tour – Belize #tdaglobalcycling #tdarutamaya #cycletouring #travelbybike #helado #centralamerica #biketravel #guatemala

A photo posted by TDA Global Cycling (@tdacycling) on Dec 14, 2016 at 10:36am PST

9. Riders enjoying some drinks post-ride.

Dinner at Cafe Maya for the Ruta Maya cyclists

A photo posted by Lisa Delfiner Parsons (@backyardadventuregirl) on Dec 13, 2016 at 4:13pm PST

10. All smiles at the end.

5 weeks, 5 countries, 2600km, and 41,000m of ascent later TDA Ruta Maya cyclists reach the finish line in Caye Caulker #tdarutamaya #tdaglobalcycling #travelbybike #adventuretravel #humanpoweredadventures #belize #cayecaulker #centralamerica #worldbybike #biketravel

A photo posted by TDA Global Cycling (@tdacycling) on Dec 18, 2016 at 7:46am PST