Subscribe to our newsletter
Subscribe to our newsletter and receive exclusive content directly to your inbox.
4 days and 3 nights
Daily departures
Description
Embark on the adventure of climbing Pico Duarte, the highest mountain in the Caribbean. Spectacular views of tropical forests and green mountains, along our well trained professional crew, will accompany you on this unforgettable expedition. The excursion requires an appropriate level of physical fitness and endurance; come prepared with suitable walking shoes and multiple layers of clothing for colder temperatures. You’ll delight in regional meals throughout the entire journey. Reaching the summit of Pico Duarte is a must for every traveler’s bucket list!
Itinerary
Our guides will welcome you at base camp in the town called La Ciénaga (1,100 m / 3,609 feet), where after a brief orientation, a review of the trip itinerary and dinner, you will sleep to the sounds of nature and the Yaque del Norte River.
Activities plan
Dinner
Accommodation
Camping tent at base camp
Hiking: 18 km (11.2 mi)
• Elevation Gain 2,000 m / 6,560 feet
• Elevation Loss 300 m / 984 feet
After a tasty breakfast at base camp, we’ll begin our 18 km (11.2 mi) hike to the mid-mountain refuge called La Compartición, where we will spend the night. The hike consists of 4 km (2.5 mi) of flat terrain, 11 km (6.8 mi) uphill, and 3 km (1.9 mi) downhill. Upon reaching La Compartición, a delicious gourmet dinner by the campfire, under the starry sky, will help us relax and rejuvenate.
Meal plan
Breakfast at the camp
Hiking lunch
Dinner
Accommodation
Camping tent at La Compartición
Hiking: 10 km (6.2 mi)
• Elevation Gain 1,168 m / 3,832 feet
• Elevation Loss 1,168 m / 3,832 feet
The first hike of the day will be 5 km (3.1 mi) to our destination, the summit of Pico Duarte. At the top, we will celebrate and enjoy a beautiful panoramic view of the majestic Cordillera Central. We will walk another 5 km (3.1 mi) to return to La Compartición, where we will relax for the rest of the afternoon and share our last night of adventure under the stars.
Meal plan
Breakfast at the camp
Hiking lunch
Dinner
Accommodation
Camping tent at La Compartición
Hiking: 18K (11.2 mi)
• Elevation Gain 300 m / 984 feet
• Elevation Loss 2,000 m / 6,560 feet
We will return to the base camp with an 18 km (11.2 mi) hike, which will be easier than the ascent day but still challenging. Upon reaching the base camp, a typical Dominican lunch and a refreshing river bath will be the perfect farewell to an adventure that we know will remain etched in our memories and hearts.
* Experienced and physically fit mountaineers can complete this adventure in 2.5 days. The last day involves an intense hike of 28 km (17.4 mi), with an elevation gain of 1,468 m / 4,816 feet and an elevation loss of 3,468 m / 11,378 feet.
Transfers
Transfers to and from hotels, airports, and base camp are included at an additional cost.Price by person
Rate for 1 or 2 passengers US$ 465 p/pRate for 3 passengers or more US$ 365 p/p
Additional information
Included in the vacation package
Camping tent
All meals
Entrance to Armando Bermúdez National Park
Cargo mules for luggage
Ridding mules
The best and most professional guides
Travel experience coordinator
Camping tent
Comfortable mattress
Non-disposable trays, plates, glasses, and cutlery
Pre-trip virtual explanatory talk
First aid kit
Not included in the vacation package
Ground transfers
Extended nights
Personal expenses and tips
Notes
Good health and physical fitness are necessary to climb Pico Duarte.
Visited city
La Vega
