Hike/Camp Pico Duarte Discover the Caribbean, Discover Yourself    
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. 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. Twelve major rivers rush through this glorious landscape, including the two largest rivers in the Caribbean.
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. 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.
Costs
$299* pp - Five days/Four nights, all meals, transportation, equipment, park fees and guides included.
Day 1: Arrive at Rancho Wendy and get acquainted with Los Quemados. Cross our river to find a wonderful trail and waterfall and have supper. Prepare for the hike tomorrow! Day 2: In the morning, have breakfast and be transported to the foot of the trail to Pico Duarte. Get acquainted with your guides and off you go. Hike at your pace during the day, stop for meals and camp on the mountain. If you’re planning on the summit for sunrise on day 4, it is recommended that you camp on the mountain at the first [Los Tablones] or second [La Cotorra] station; but if you prefer, take your time, and enjoy the La Cienaga station. Day 3: Have breakfast and start hiking for the day. Everything is at your own pace but if you're planning to reach the summit for sunrise on day 4, you should go through stations La Laguna, El Cruce, Aguita Fria, and camp for the night at La Comparticion. Day 4: Rise early to reach the summit in time for a spectacular Caribbean sunrise. You’ll pass through the last station on the trail, Vallecito de Lilis before reaching the summit. Enjoy the hike back down the trail, and we’ll pick you up at the ranger station to head back to Rancho Wendy for dinner, a dip in the pool and a good nights sleep.
Day 5: Pack up your supplies, have breakfast and continue your Dominican journey!
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