On-site Activities
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Adventure ProgrammingSince the early 1900s, Rancho Encantado has been welcoming travelers seeking the romance, adventure, spiritual rejuvenation and natural beauty of northern New Mexico. The Resort, led by our Director of Adventure Programming, offers a collection of guided signature experiences to immerse your group in the landscape, culture and history of the region.
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Interactive Cooking DemonstrationsInvite your group to join our Executive Chef in Terra’s garden for a hands-on exploration of local herbs and produce. Then, your guests will watch and learn during a guided course on preparation and cooking before savouring their efforts in a six-course menu, paired with seasonal cocktails.
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Group-Wellness ActivitiesAllow your guests to begin the day with sun salutations amid the Southwest beauty during an invigorating group-yoga session. Our instructors will guide them through a lesson catered to the desired ability level. Fresh-squeezed juices and refreshments complete the morning.
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Mixology ClassLet our master mixologists show your group the steps required to make the perfect craft cocktail. For an additional element of camaraderie, teams can vie for the best flavour and inventiveness.
Off-site Activities
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Pacheco Canyon Descent Bike TourOn the Pacheco Canyon Descent Bike Tour, cyclists embark on an exhilarating, easy-to-moderate, downhill ride from the Santa Fe Ski Basin at 10,350 feet. They’ll traverse a hidden canyon of diverse ecosystems of pine, aspen groves, mountain streams, meadows and wildflowers, making for an exhilarating and memorable group activity.
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Georgia O’Keeffe and AbiquiuInvite your guests on one of the most popular group tours through the Georgia O’Keeffe Home & Studio and Abiquiu. Marvel at majestic red-rock mesas, surreal formations of Plaza Blanca, the hidden Copper Canyon and towering above it all, Georgia O’Keeffe’s beloved Cerro Pedernal.
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Bandelier National MonumentExplore historical exhibits of the Pueblo Native Americans, including climbing kiva ladders into 800-year-old cliff dwellings with remarkable petroglyphs. Then let our culinary team treat your group to a catered picnic among the vibrant Santa Fe landscape.
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Santa Fe OperaEvery July and August since 1957, opera lovers have been drawn to the magnificent northern New Mexico mountains to enjoy productions by one of America’s premier summer opera festivals. Let your guests discover the history, culture and talent of this notable event with a behind-the-scenes tour and meet-and-greet.
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EQUUS Experience™This self-discovery and leadership development framework engages partnerships with horses to inspire lasting changes and breakthough learning in individuals, families and corporate groups in a joyful and meaningful way. Each experience is customized to serve your clients’ needs and desires.
