Pico Duarte
Discover the Caribbean,
Discover Yourself
Trek to the
highest mountain in the Caribbean, Pico Duarte.
Stunning vistas await your arrival in the heart of the
Cordillera Central region of the Dominican Republic.
A 3-day trek with pack
mules will take you 3,175 meters above sea level through
lush rain forests laden with giant fronds, banyan
trees, and villagers pounding coffee, washing clothes, and
driving teams of enormous oxen. These dense tropical
forests are also home to such rare birds as the
Hispañiolan Parrot, Hispañiolan Woodpecker, White-necked
Crow, Hispañiolan Trogon, the Red-tailed Hawk, wild boar,
and 47 reported species of amphibians and reptiles.
Twelve major rivers rush
through this glorious landscape, including the two largest
rivers in the Caribbean.
Although less than two
hours from Miami and in the very heart of the Caribbean,
the summit of Pico Duarte is often covered with frost and
it is not uncommon in the winter months for it to reach temperatures
of 18 F or -8 C.
For those who accept the
challenge and make this spectacular adventure to the
pinnacle of Pico Duarte, the reward is truly
unforgettable.
Exploration in this exotically stunning landscape is all
about discovering yourself.
Costs
Organized Tour ($299 U.S. per
person all included)
In this tour, we will
provide two night’s stay at Rancho Wendy with breakfast,
all transportation, camping equipment, food, guides,
mules, and park entry fee.
The
Independent Hiker (from $79 US per person approx)
We'll provide you with one night’s stay at
Rancho Wendy, transportation to La Vega, access to Jarabacoa, information,
contacts and maps to allow you to independently organize your own trek. Prices
depend on your appetite and your bargaining skills!
Semi-Independent Hiker ($149 US per person [transport only])
We will provide one night’s stay at Rancho
Wendy with breakfast, transportation from Rancho Wendy to the start of the trail
at Parque Nacional Armando, maps, contact information, and collect you at the
end of the route and bring you back to the Ranch.
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