
In September 2006, Adventure Parks Group filed for bankruptcy protection from creditors seeking payment for $25 million in debts. The opening minimum bid for Cypress Gardens was $17.4 million and the opening minimum bid for Wild Adventures was $38.85 million. The opening minimum bid for a package purchase of the parks is $53.25 million, Sumner said. The sale fulfilled requirements resulting from a Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection filing by Adventure Parks Group a year ago, but did not mean the end of either theme park. Adventure Parks Group LLC, announced that Cypress Gardens Adventure Park in Winter Haven and Wild Adventures park in Valdosta, Georgia, will be sold to the highest bidder in a private auction starting September 25. On September 25, 2007, Wild Adventures was sold because of bankruptcy requirements. The park operated without interruption during the bankruptcy reorganization. In September 2006, Adventure Parks Group filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. The ride was delayed due to engineering problems, and never opened to the public. For the park's 10th anniversary in 2006, the park announced their intent to add the Shaka Zula River Adventure log flume, relocated from the defunct Miracle Strip Amusement Park in Panama City Beach, Florida. In 2005, "Gauntlet" was added, which is an S&S Power Screamin' Swing complex. Expansion died down for the park following the Cypress Gardens purchase. The company was privately held by Buescher. This May, 21st May, 08:30 am, Magic Isle of Forest POINT and TOCO Lighthouse in TunapunaĪlso check out other Trips & Adventurous Activities in Arima.In 2004, Adventure Parks Group purchased Cypress Gardens in Winter Haven, Florida.This May, 7th May, 08:30 am, Aripo Waterfall and Pot Pools Adventure in Tunapuna.Next Friday, 7th April, 10:00 am, Take me To Bago EASTER ESCAPE.You may also like the following events from Energy Zone Fitness: MEETING POINT Trincity Mall Car park 830AM Parking fee $30 paid to car park attendant. An additional $90 is required if you prefer to travel via a hired maxi. These trees can withstand the pressures of bush fires and built at a strategic site there is a fire observation tower used to oversee the miles of territory.Ĭost is $100 for adults and $50 for children if driving. The pines upkeep the watershed, prevent soil erosion and at the same time beautify the forest. Noticeable are the towering pine trees (pinus caribae) planted by the Forestry Division to preserve the environment from numerous bush fires, which occur during the dry season. The walk down to the river will take thirty–five minutes, and there are two shallow areas to cross at knee deep. The journey to Mermaid Pool starts at Thomas Trace located just before The Matura Outreach Centre.

Further, upstream there are fascinating pools to discover and a fabulous destination Manulot Falls. The name Mermaid refers to the serenity of the surrounding to sit on the rocks and sway one’s feet in the soothing waters of the river.

The sun shining on the crystal clear waters radiate vibrant colors of emerald green. The trees that border its bank are tall, majestic and consist mainly of Mora Forest, which adds splendor to the already picturesque terrain. The river as it flows through the valleys passes through a region of uninhabited and unbroken woodland. A favorite spot that attracts a lot of nature lovers is the Mermaid Basins where there is a large pool to swim, relax and enjoy the scenic ambiance of nature. To experience the natural treasures of Matura one has to explore the river to discover its fascinating pools, waterfall, and gorges.
