TRIP OVERVIEW
Tour Highlights
Savor this Caribbean island's stunning coastline and the palm-fringed 'Iles des Arcadins'
Bask in the clear, warm waters of the Caribbean Sea and laid back lifestyle
Complete the stunning 10km crossing in the 'Swim for Haiti' and support projects developing swimming amongst Haitian children
Enjoy one-to-one safety cover as you swim on Haiti’s stunning Côte des Arcadins
Join us on the unique swimming holiday in Haiti as we take part in the annual 10km ‘Swim for Haiti', a special event to raise funds for teaching local children the fundamentals of swimming. Staying on the palm-fringed Côte des Arcadins, overlooking the island of Isle de la Gonave, we stay at the locally-owned Wahoo Bay Resort which is nestled between the majestic Matheux Mountains and the Caribbean Sea.
While the nation of Haiti is filled with palm-fringed beaches and stunning coastal waters that rival anywhere in the Caribbean, the true beauty of the country lies in its history, culture and people. With a mix of African, French, Spanish and native Taino culture, this trip will give you the opportunity to experience the wonderful hospitality that this small Caribbean nation is famous for.
During the course of your trip, you will also have the opportunity to take part on additional excursions or activities which can be arranged through our partners in Haiti. Please enquire with the SwimTrek office about any additional activities or extra nights’ accommodation that you may be interested in.
Who is this trip for?
This event is suitable for both competitive and non-competitive swimmers. The 10 km (6-mile) crossing from the idyllic islands of Iles des Arcadins to the La Côte des Arcadins region on the Haitian mainland is stunning, with dazzling blue water surrounding you. Each swimmer is accompanied by a local fisherman who paddles alongside them in a traditional dugout canoe. This truly is an adventure like no other.
What's included?
- Entry into the annual Swim For Haiti fundraising event
- Your own personal safety support in a local-style, dug-out canoe
- Designated SwimTrek transfer
- Coastal swims on Day 2 and 3
- Three nights accommodation
- All breakfasts
- Medical Incident Response Services by HERO
What's not included?
- Lunches
- Evening meals
- Additional excursions and activities
- Extra nights' accommodation before or after your trip
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Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
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Reviews
Swim Haiti was such a neat cultural experience!! Memories for a lifetime!
We have done 2 SwimTrek trips and enjoy the swimming, the organization and the camaraderie. We are limited to warm water swimming so Haiti was a good fit for us.