Pico Duarte
PICO DUARTE
"The Highest Mountain in Caribbean" ∴ "79th. Most Prominent Peak in the World"
The Highest Mountain In The Caribbean
With 3,101 M.A.S.L. (10,173 ft) Pico Duarte is the highest peak in the Caribbean and the 79th. most prominent peak in the world. This is a magical place. Surround yourself with a pristine and exotic nature in this National Park. The shortest route to the summit is called La Cienaga. This is where your adventure begins. La Cienaga route has a length of 23 kilometers (15 miles) from trailhead to summit or 46 kilometers (30 miles) roundtrip.
Pricing Chart
We operate with very limited groups to ensure quality and safety. Dates fill up quickly.
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Early reservation is strongly recommended.
A short expedition to Pico Duarte designed for strong hikers seeking a real mountain challenge.
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-Limited Availability-
We operate with small groups to ensure safety and quality
Most dates fill up in advance — secure your spot early
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Important notes:
-This is not a private expedition (Unless requested separately)
-This is a very rural and basic experience, please do not expect any luxury conditions on this adventure. This is part of the adventure.
-Hiking snacks are not included.
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Pico Duarte 2.5 Expedition Pricing
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1 hiker: US$ 395
2-3 hikers: US$ 295 per guest
4+ hikers: US$ 275 per guest
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Accommodation note:
Rates include lodging at our Trailhead house. Room allocation varies by group size.
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What’s included?
- Trailhead accommodation (Night 1) Private room with bed, wifi and hot water shower (Subject to availability – Must be confirmed in advance)
- Second night at Comparticion High Camp in the mountain shelter or in tents
- Reach the summit and watch the highest sunrise in the Caribbean
- The best and kindest local porters (Spanish-speaking)
- Local cook
- Full pre-expedition support: Complete pre-excursion informative document, tips & links via WhatsApp
- Complete pre-excursion assistance by WhatsApp
- Mule support for your gear & luggage (18 lbs each person)
- 1 additional taxi mule
- Ministry of Environment permits
- National Park permits & fees
- Tents
- Sleeping bags
- Sleeping pads
- Foods included:
- Acclimatization Day: Dinner
- Day 1: Breakfast and dinner
- Day 2: Breakfast
- Soup
- Coffee or hot chocolate
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Notes:
-Extra private room available upon request (subject to availability)
-Due to high demand, accommodation must be confirmed in advance
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2.5 Itinerary:
- Acclimatizacion day: Arrival La Cienaga Trailhead at 6 PM
- Day 1: Hike from La Cienaga to Comparticion Camp (18 kms – 9 hours)
- Day 2: Hike from Comparticion to PICO DUARTE SUMMIT (Watch the sunrise). Back to Comparticion and to La Cienaga Trailhead (28 kms – 12 hours)
A more complete and comfortable way to experience Pico Duarte.
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Designed for hikers who want to enjoy the mountain at a better pace, with more rest and better acclimatization.
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-Limited Availability-
We operate with small groups to ensure safety and quality
Most dates fill up in advance — secure your spot early
∴
Important notes:
-This is not a private expedition (Unless requested separately)
-This is a very rural and basic experience, please do not expect any luxury conditions on this adventure. This is part of the adventure.
-Hiking snacks are not included.
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Pico Duarte 3.5 Expedition Pricing
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· 1 hiker: US$ 415
· 2-3 hikers: US$ 310 per guest
· 4+ hikers: US$ 295 per guest
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Accommodation note:
Rates include lodging at our Trailhead house. Room allocation varies by group size.
∴
What’s included?
- Trailhead accommodation (Night 1) Private room with bed, wifi and hot water shower (Subject to availability – Must be confirmed in advance)
- Second & third night at Comparticion High Camp in the mountain shelter or in tents
- Reach the highest summit in the Caribbean
- The best and kindest local porters (Spanish-speaking)
- Local cook
- Full pre-expedition support: Complete pre-excursion informative document, tips & links via WhatsApp
- Complete pre-excursion assistance by WhatsApp
- Mule support for your gear & luggage (20 lbs each person)
- 1 additional taxi mule
- Ministry of Environment permits
- National Park permits & fees
- Tents
- Sleeping bags
- Sleeping pads
- Foods included:
- Acclimatization Day: Dinner
- Day 1: Breakfast and dinner
- Day 2: Breakfast, lunch & dinner
- Day 3: Breakfast
- Soup
- Coffee or hot chocolate
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Notes:
-Extra private room available upon request (subject to availability)
-Due to high demand, accommodation must be confirmed in advance
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UPGRADE THIS OPTION: This itinerary do not contemplate watching the sunrise from the Summit. But you can add this option for US$ 25 for each person and additionally we will include you the hike to the top of La Pelona, the 2nd Highest Mountain in the Caribbean.
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3.5 Itinerary:
- Acclimatizacion day: Arrival at La Cienaga Trailhead at 5PM – Meet our staff
- Day 1: Hike from La Cienaga to Comparticion Camp (18 kms – 9 hours)
- Day 2: Hike from Comparticion to SUMMIT to Comparticion (10 kms – 5 hours)
- Day 3: Hike from Comparticion to La Cienaga Trailhead (18 kms – 7 hours)
Our local porters/sherpas are ready !
Rates for you and the group of hikers you bring with you
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Notes:
-Rates are not for a private guided-hike. There is a possibility that we join other hikers to your excursion without changes on your rate.
-This is a very rural and basic experience, please do not expect any luxury conditions in this adventure.
-Hiking snacks are not included.
-First night room needs to be confirmed prior to your reservation.
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We include:
- First night in our Trailhead room (Room has wifi, bed and hot water shower) NOTE: It’s necessary to confirm room availability with enough time
- Second night at Comparticion High Camp in the mountain shelter
- Third & Fourth night at Valle del Tetero mountain shelter or tent
- One complete resting day contemplating the beauty of the valley and surroundings
- Watch the highest sunrise in the Caribbean at Pico Duarte summit
- Visit to La Ballena river
- The best and kindest local porters/sherpas (Spanish-speaking)
- Local cook for you 🙂
- Radio-comm between porters
- Complete pre-excursion informative document
- Excursion tips & links via WhatsApp
- Complete pre-excursion assistance by WhatsApp
- Mule for your gear & luggage (20 lbs each person)
- 1 Taxi mule
- Ministry of Environment permits
- National Park permits & fees
- Tents
- Sleeping bags
- Sleeping pads
- Foods at camps:
- Breakfast and dinner Day 1
- Breakfast and dinner Day 2
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner Day 3
- Breakfast Day 4
- Coffee / Soup
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Rates
- 1 person: US$ 545
- 2-3 people: US$ 465 each
- 4+ people: US$ 425 each
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4.5 Itinerary:
Acclimatizacion day: Arrival at La Cienaga trailhead at 5PM – Meet our staff
Day 1: Hike from La Cienaga to Comparticion Camp (18 kms – 9 hours)
Day 2: Hike from Comparticion to SUMMIT and back to Comparticion / Hike to Tetero Valley (25 kms – 12 hours)
Day 3: Relax day at The Tetero Valley
Day 4: Hike from Tetero to La Cienaga (19 kms – 7 hours)
Our local porters/sherpas are ready on any date you want!
Rates for you and the group of hikers you bring with you
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· 1 person: US$ 350
· 2-3 people: US$ 265 each
· 4+ people: US$ 240 each
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Notes:
-Rates are not for a private guided-hike. There is a possibility that we join other hikers to your excursion without changes on your rate.
-This is a very rural and basic experience. Please do not expect any luxury conditions in this adventure.
∴
We include:
- 3 days & 2 nights in Tetero Valley
- The best and kindest local porters/sherpas (Spanish-speaking)
- Local cook for you
- Complete pre-excursion advisory (Informative docs, tips, links)
- Complete pre-excursion assistance by WhatsApp
- Mule for your gear & luggage (18 lbs each person)
- 1 Taxi mule
- Permits from the Ministry of Environment of the DR
- National Park fees
- Tents
- Sleeping bags
- Sleeping pads
- Foods at camps:
- Breakfast and dinner Day 1
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner Day 2
- Breakfast and lunch Day 3
- Coffee
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3 Days Itinerary:
Day 1: Hike from La Cienaga to the Tetero Valley (19 kms – 7 hours)
Day 2: Relax/Resting day
Day 3: Hike from Tetero to La Cienaga (19 kms – 7 hours)
We offer some transfer options so you can get to La Cienaga trailhead in an easy and safe way in case you do not have access to a car.
Feel free to ask our rates via WhatsApp.
If you have access to a car you need to know that the road is in very good condition and there is a safe parking lot next to the Pico Duarte Trailhead.
Times:
- From Jarabacoa (Center) to Pico Duarte Trailhead: 1 hour
- From Gran Jimenoa Hotel to Pico Duarte Trailhead: 1 hour and 15 minutes
- From Santiago city (Center) to Pico Duarte Trailhead: 2 hours
- From Santo Domingo city (Center) to Pico Duarte Trailhead: 4 hours
- From SDQ Airport to Pico Duarte Trailhead: 4.5 hours
-We have transfer options for bigger groups.
Previous complete advisory
Before signing up for this amazing adventure we will provide you a lot of information beforehand so you can know every detail about the route, what to bring, what we include, etc.
Transportation
We have some transportation options if you do not have a car.
Easy Access
Getting to base camp is easy if you use Google Maps. Big and safe parking lot for your car.
Professional Local Guides
We work very close with the community around Pico Duarte to ensure local guides can improve their quality of life.
Want to book this adventure?
Step 1: Write to our whatsapp or email so we can send you a detailed itinerary and provide you tips and recommendations.
Step 2: Fill our digital application form.
Step 3: Learn more about Pico Duarte here: Pico Duarte full report
Whatsapp: 1-809-974-0036
Email: info@guiasdealturas.com
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