Along the way, you’ll pass several rural communities and some seriously beautiful terrain.
Pico Turquino. It is located in the southeast part of the island, in the Sierra Maestra mountain range in the municipality of Guamá, Santiago de Cuba Province. For those that chose not to summit, the day is spent hiking near El Salton with our local guide. This is an ideal way to meet Cubans in a relaxed way and learn about their daily lives.
The hike is a challenging one that takes two to three days and starts in Alto de Naranjo, near La Plata, and finishes at Las Cuevas, on the Caribbean coast.
Located in southeastern Cuba, Pico Turquino is within the Sierra Maestra mountain range, the birthplace of Cuba’s revolution.
We continue south into the mountains and on to the small village of Santo Domingo. Pico Real del Turquino (1974 m) is the highest summit above sea level in Cuba.
Make sure to bring sturdy boots for this tour, as you'll be hiking through some rugged, but very rewarding terrain.
From Villa Santo Domingo by 4WD, truck or powerful rental car to Alto del Naranjo. December 29, 2018 March 9, 2019.
These mountains are large and lovely, with tall peaks, clean creeks, and dense forests.
Before the hike, we have a brief visit to the city of Holguin, known as Cuba’s “City of Parks.” On our way to the Sierra Maestra, we also stop in the town of Bayamo, founded in 1513 as the second of Cuba’s original seven cities. Here we reunite with the others.Dinner and overnight in Santiago de Cuba. Today you will embark on the most demanding, but most rewarding, leg of your hiking trip.
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The hike takes about 45 minutes and passes lovely terrain. You need to hire a guide for the duration of the hike. We began our quest on the summit of 20,237′ Denali (Mt.
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Today you must leave the majestic Sierra Meastra Mountains behind as you travel to Santiago de Cuba, also known as the second capital of Cuba. Optional evening outing to listen to Cuban music!A full day to explore Santiago de Cuba.
Aconcagua mountain page is a child of the 'Aconcagua Group' and the 'Seven Summits.' First up we go to the Plaza of the Revolution with its monumental bronze statue.
Simple dinner and overnight at a very simple mountain bunkhouse.
After enjoying the summit, we continue to the coast, 7 miles and 6476’ down. The views of the Caribbean Sea below are stunning.
Visitors can visit the headquarters on a guided hike. Leave us a We have lunch, then head to the Moncada barracks where the revolution had an inopportune start. Find hotels and airbnbs near Hiking Pico Turquino (Map) Pico Turquino (Gran Parque Nacional Sierra Maestra) Later in the morning we visit the rum museum to learn about the important role this played in Cuba’s history. Hiking Turquino Peak: Granma- Santiago route. Our approach from the north climbs from roughly 3100’ (1000 m) to 6476’ (1974 m) but the trail’s ups and downs easily triple the altitude gained. The other half of year is less favorable due to hot and humid weather. Vacation days are hard to come by. The draw here is to know that you’ve climbed Cuba’s highest peak and seen a part of the world that few others see.Arrive Holguin, (served by American Airlines and Jet Blue).
At 1972 meters above sea level, Pico Turquino is the highest point in Cuba. Aconcagua mountain itself has many routes, photos, and trip reports as children. Overall it’s a fascinating day in Santiago, learning and meeting with local Cubans along the way.Sunset takes us to a rooftop terrace to view the harbor and urban landscape.
Optional evening outing to listen to Cuban music!A full day to explore Santiago de Cuba. by cubapura December 29, 2018 March 9, 2019.
This area was home to several important battles in the war against Batista.
You'll get to explore the Sierra Maestra Mountains and visit Fidel Castro’s revolutionary headquarters, where even the radio stations and infirmary have been preserved.
On the way down to the coast, walking poles are a necessity. Tonight you will once again stay at the idyllic Hotel El Salton.
The excellently maintained trail leading to the summit of Pico Turquino, Cuba: Since our return from the summit was going to come back along the same track. The walk is a total of about 5 miles with roughly 600’ elevation gain total, through forests and small coffee plantations. If you fly in from Santiago de Cuba, it's a 2-hour drive to Bayamo. We dine out at another paladar and for those with energy, enjoy an evening stroll and the local music scene.Departing from Holguin, we drive an hour south to Bayamo. Return to the vehicle and drive about 3 hours to Santiago de Cuba, Cuba’s second-largest city. Today you will ascend Cuba’s highest mountain (1.974m). This full descent from summit to sea is a feat that fewer than 100 people accomplish each year. Although the distance is not great, the trail is somewhat demanding due to the ups and downs and possible mud if it’s raining.