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Private: Trekking to Pico Duarte, Caribbean’s Tallest Summit

Short Description
Join a 3‑day private trekking tour to Pico Duarte, the highest peak in the Caribbean. Hike from Manabao through lush jungle and pine forests, stay overnight in mountain camp, and summit at ~3,087 m for breathtaking views. Includes guide, meals and transfers from Jarabacoa.
Description
Overview ?
Embark on a majestic 3‑day private trekking adventure to the summit of Pico Duarte, the highest peak in the Caribbean (approx. 3,087 m). Starting from the lush jungle near Manabao, you’ll hike through pine, ebony and mahogany forests, stay overnight in mountain camp, and witness breathtaking panoramic views from the summit.
Highlights ✨
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Trek through verdant jungle terrain and mountain forest.
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Stay overnight in a high‑altitude mountain camp (La Compartición).
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Reach the summit of Pico Duarte and enjoy 360° views of the Cordillera Central range.
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Experience a private guided tour with personalised pace and support.
Full Description ?
Day 1: Your driver picks you up in the Jarabacoa region and transfers you to the Manabao swamp trailhead. Begin a moderate hike of about 4 km through lush jungle terrain to reach the mountain camp at La Compartición (≈ 2,450 m).
Day 2: After breakfast at camp, you begin the main ascent (~13 km) through forest of pine, ebony and mahogany, ultimately reaching the summit of Pico Duarte at approx. 3,087 m above sea level. Pause to absorb the sweeping mountain views, then descend back to the camp for dinner and overnight.
Day 3: After breakfast, you hike from the camp back down to the Manabao swamp trailhead. Enjoy a picnic lunch along the route, then transfer back to your meeting point in Jarabacoa in the afternoon.
What’s Included ✅ -
Private guided trek (English/Spanish).
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2 nights accommodation in mountain camp.
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All meals (2 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners).
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Entry permits to the national park and trail access.
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Pickup and drop‑off from Jarabacoa region.
What to Bring ? -
Sturdy hiking boots and comfortable clothing (preferably layered for changing conditions).
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Warm jacket, hat and gloves for summit & overnight camp.
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Rain shell or windproof jacket.
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Daypack, water bottle (min. 3 litres capacity) and snacks.
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Sun protection (sunglasses, hat, sunscreen) and insect repellent.
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Headlamp (if early morning start), trekking poles (optional but helpful).
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Personal toiletries and any required medications.
Duration: 3 days / 2 nights
Price: From approximately US $300‑500 per person for standard group tours (private pricing may be higher).
Meeting Point: Jarabacoa (exact pick‑up location will be confirmed after booking) at approx. 08:00 AM on Day 1.
Why Travelers Love It
Because this trek offers a unique combination of wilderness adventure, high‑altitude accomplishment (summiting the highest peak in the Caribbean), and immersive nature in the Cordillera Central. The private format means you move at your own pace, and the overnight stay in mountain camp makes the experience authentic and memorable.
Important Note
After completing your reservation, our team will contact you one day before your tour to confirm your exact hotel / Airbnb pickup time or meeting point.
If you selected a meeting point during your booking, please note that your reservation is fully confirmed — simply arrive at the chosen location at the scheduled time.
Please ensure the WhatsApp number, phone number, or email you entered during booking is correct so we can reach you smoothly.
For any changes to your reservation, weather questions, or special requests, feel free to contact us:
- 📞 Barbara (WhatsApp): +1 829-318-9463
- 📞 Dary (WhatsApp): +1 829-754-6322
- 📧 Email: [email protected]
We look forward to welcoming you! 🌴✨
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Reviews
This tour exceeded all my expectations! The attention to detail was impeccable, from the comfortable transportation to the delicious meals. Our guide was incredibly knowledgeable and passionate, and he shared his insights with infectious enthusiasm. We visited…
Fantastic trip. The team made us laugh a lot. Funny. Friendly. Good. A great tour. Thanks!
This was a great experience. Exceeded expectations.
What a great experience! Highly recommend this tour!
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