HAITI

Haiti: the best kept secret in the Caribbean
Independent since 1804, Haiti became the first black republic in the world. Tropical vegetation, coral reefs, colorful fish, waterfalls, caves. These are some of the reasons to visit this beautiful country.

Port-au-Prince and Petionville
Must be mounted on a tap-tap (minibus) to Port-au-Prince, Haiti's capital, to visit the city. Many art, craft shops, good restaurants and quality hotels galleries are Petionville.

beaches
The beach at Pointe West 2 km is the most legendary of Haiti. It is ideal for swimming, snorkeling or relaxing on the white sand. Labadie is near Coco Beach, one of the top resorts in the Caribbean.

the islands
Several islands of Haiti are very famous, especially the island of La Gonave and Tortuga Island. The Island Cow, in addition to its beauty, full of archaeological remains. Many boats also sank on the reefs of the northeast of the island.

mountains
Haiti has two bands mountainous, north and south. Saddle Peak rises to 2,680 meters. North of Jacmel is Bassin Bleu and mountain river.

Waterfalls and caves
In Haiti, you have to visit the caves of Hinche. At a height of 30 meters, the water pours Zim fall into a pool of bright blue. Pictograms be attributed to Native Americans or African slaves are visible in the caves.

Festivals and carnivals
Carnival Jacmel is very popular and Port-au-Prince draws to his music and dance. At Easter is the feast of the Sea in Pestel. In all cities of Haiti, raras processions (voodoo) start during Lent. The rural and Festivities coincide with voodoo celebrations.