Expedición al Pico Duarte (4 Días / 3 Noches) Full

🏔️ Official Itinerary: Pico Duarte Expedition (4 Days / 3 Nights) Day 1: Heading to the Mountain (Santo Domingo – Manabao) - The journey begins with maximum comfort. We will pick you up directly at your hotel in Santo Domingo to start the trip to La Ciénaga de Manabao, in Jarabacoa. - Transfer: The overland journey takes between 3 and 4 hours by private transport. Estimated arrival: Between 5:30 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. - Logistics: Upon arrival, we formally register at the Armando Bermúdez National Park offices and move to our accommodation. - Night: You will have free time to acclimatize, enjoy a welcome dinner, and rest early for the big day. 🛬 Note: If you prefer pickup directly at the airport or at accommodation outside of Santo Domingo, this service is available for an additional cost. Day 2: The Ascent to Camp (La Ciénaga – La Compartición) - We start the day early to take advantage of the cool morning and maximize physical performance. - Wake-up (5:00 a.m.): We greet you with hot coffee, followed by an energetic breakfast and the handover of your snack rations for the journey. - The Hike (18 km): The route will take us to La Compartición, the official camp where we will spend the night. - Hiking pace: You can do the route at your own pace. The estimated arrival time at the camp is between 1:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. - Arrival at Camp: Relax, we'll take care of the heavy lifting! The staff will assign you your fully equipped tent with a professional mattress and sleeping bag. We will show you the bathroom area and proceed to serve a comforting lunch/dinner. - Rest: You have free time from the moment you arrive. We recommend going to sleep at 8:00 p.m. to recover energy. Day 3: Conquering the Summit (The Roof of the Caribbean) - The most exciting day of the expedition. We prepare to summit the highest peak in the Antilles. - Predawn Departure (3:30 a.m.): We get up at 3:00 a.m. to begin the nocturnal ascent. It is a 10 km round trip in total: 4 km to the beautiful Lilís Valley and then a final demanding 1 km to Pico Duarte. - The Sunrise: If weather conditions favor us, we will witness an unforgettable sunrise from the summit, accompanied by hot chocolate in hand. - Time at the Summit: Exclusive free time to take photographs, contemplate the majestic landscape, and celebrate the goal. - Camping Afternoon: We return to camp to enjoy a good breakfast. The rest of the afternoon is free time to rest, connect with nature, or enjoy the board games our staff includes for the group, before serving lunch and dinner. Day 4: The Descent and Final Celebration - We say goodbye to the mountain with the satisfaction of a job well done. - Wake-up (5:00 a.m.): We wake up to dismantle the camp, enjoy the last breakfast on the mountain, and begin the descent. - The Return (18 km): We hike back to the park offices in La Ciénaga. - Closing the Experience: Upon arrival at the base, a well-deserved and delicious celebratory lunch will be waiting for you, prepared to replenish energy. Those who wish can take a refreshing bath in the cold and iconic waters of the Yaque del Norte river. - Return: We collect our luggage and board the private transport back to Santo Domingo, where we will drop you off at the exact same pickup point.