Aside from its iconic pink exterior, or perhaps the matching pink volcano sunsets, one other defining offering Hacienda de San Antonio provides must be its dreamlike picnics. Set throughout the ranch, each provides an entirely unique way to immerse in nature while relaxing with good friends or family, a delicious meal, all in absolute luxury.
DECK PICNIC
This setting suspends guests inches above the waters of Laguna Jabalí on a large halfmoon deck, where horizontal Higuera tree trunks in a 100+ year competition for sunlight, stretch directly out above the same 10 to 15 meter area providing shade, and simultaneously a point of awe. The natural canopy extends high above this beautiful picnic setting, where groups of varying sizes will have a low dining table, cushioned daybeds, a fully stocked bar and their choice of a basket or grilled lunch prepared. Melt into the cushions of the dining area and daybeds after the meal or refresh with a plunge into the tranquil surrounding waters.
EPAZOTE PICNIC
Certainly the most iconic of picnic options, the picnic at Epazote is nothing short of extraordinary, whether one chooses beautifully prepared organic individual picnic baskets, or a grilled buffet; with a cocktail or glass of Rosé in hand, and a priceless view of El Volcán de Fuego before them, without fail guests experience an afternoon apart of from time and space, tucked away from the world, where one's only concern is to head back to the hotel eventually or keep on hoping the sun never sets on their beautiful afternoon. As a perfect complement to the experience, replace a chauffeured drive with a horseback ride or ATV tour to arrive at the picnic area in true Rancho Jabalí style.
FLOATING PICNIC
Perhaps the most unique and romantic of the options available, a floating picnic takes guests out on a handcrafted bamboo raft, to the very center of Laguna Jabalí. Surrounded by lush high valley walls and resounding morning birdsong, guests enjoy a delicious organic breakfast basket on the raft's built-in table, before kicking back on the cushioned daybed. Don a sombrero and allow oneself to refresh with a quick nap in the morning sun or jump in for a refreshing swim in the cool waters all around. There is no better way to start the day when it comes to the Hacienda's picnics, and combining a ranch tour or any of the other activities, such as paddle boarding, a bike ride, skydiving or much more available on Rancho Jabalí, allows guests to take full advantage of a day on the spectacular 5,000 acre working ranch.