ile-a-Vache: Paradise island

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ile-a-Vache: Paradise island
ile a vache, Haiti
Jan 13 - 18, 2022
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Haitian Nomad
$1,850
Deposit: $500

About your trip

Join Haitian Nomad on a beautiful trip to one of Haiti's most paradise islands! Île-à-Vache, (also expressed Île-à-Vaches, former Spanish name Isla Vaca; all translate to Cow Island) is a Caribbean island, one of Haiti's satellite islands. It lies in the Baie de Cayes about 6.5 miles (10.5 km) off the coast of the country's southwest peninsula, roughly between the town of Les Cayes and Pointe l'Abacou. It was formerly known by the name of Abacca. Administratively, it became a commune in 1976 as part of the Les Cayes Arrondissement in the Sud department.

Île-à-Vache was claimed by the Spanish Empire in 1492 as part of Hispaniola, and for the next two centuries it was known by the name Isla Vaca. In 1697 the island of Hispaniola was formally divided between Spain and France in the Treaty of Ryswick which ended the Nine Years War. France assumed control of the western half of Hispaniola and named it Saint-Domingue, and Isla Vaca took on its current name, Île-à-Vache.


On this trip, you'll be staying on the island's best beachside resort with some rooms directly on the beach , you'll enjoy some amazing views and indulge in some amazing Haitian food.

Covid19 Vaccination

Are you Fully vaccinated against Covid19? Please do NOT book this trip if you are not Fully Vaccinated as vaccination could be required at any point after booking and no refunds will be provided if you fail to obtain the proper documentation or meet the proper requirements imposed by each country.

What's included

Airport Transfers

Airport-Hotel Transport

Transportation

All transportation to/from all stops on itinerary

Accommodation

Double occupancy or single occupancy

All Meals

Daily Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Excursions/tours

all tours and excursions

Boat transfers

To/from ile a vache

Knowledgeable Staff

You will always be accompanied by one of our local knowledgeable Haitian Nomad staff

Domestic Flight

45 mins flight between PAP & Les Cayes on Sunrise Airways

What's not included

Flight to/from PAP

Airport : PAP

Alcoholic Drinks

Tips

Misc Tips for tour guides, baggage handlers, Boat Crew etc. We will collect $75/person in CASH on the 1st day of the trip to cover the tips--Please bring change

Extra meals

(outside of meals included)

Airport Tourism Tax

$10

Extra stops/Transport

It's important that you bring everything you need with you; extra stops/transportation will cost $20 extra/stop

Arrival in Haiti

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Welcome to Haiti

January 13th

Welcome To PAP

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Hotel Check in

-Check In
-Enjoy a nice relaxing afternoon Dip in the pool or at the bar overlooking the city

Dinner

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Trip Kick off

We officially kick off the start of our trip with Dinner enjoying some local goodies

Fly to Les Cayes

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Les Cayes

Board a 45 mins flight to Les Cayes in the south --saving us from a 5 hour drive.

Les Cayes

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Welcome to les cayes

We arrive Les Cayes and take a short boat ride to our island paradise of ile-a-vache

Welcome to Abaka Bay

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Abaka Bay

Check in at Abaka Bay and enjoy some glorious views and the turquoise beach right at your doorsteps

Lunch on the Beach

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Lunch

Enjoy some local lunch cooked for you right on the beach: Grilled chicken, lobster, fish, rice, plantains, vegetables among some of the usual food available. (let us know if there's any dietary restrictions)

island Tour

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island excursion

Enjoy a nice tour of the island meeting the locals and seeing the authentic way the people of this peaceful paradise island live

Massages (Optional)

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1 hr massages

If you've added the massage add-on, you'll enjoy a truly amazing hour long massage overlooking the city in the comfort of your hotel or room.

Return to PAP

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Transfer

Return to PAP via sunrise airways 45 mins flight

Farewell dinner

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Dinner

Join us for your final farewell Dinner before leaving Haiti

Bye Bye Haiti

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Departure

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ile a vache, Haiti

About your organizer

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Haitian Nomad
Welcome to Haitian Nomad, a premier travel company dedicated to curating and hosting unforgettable cultural experiences around the globe. At Haitian Nomad, we believe that travel is not just about visiting new places, but about immersing oneself in the richness of diverse cultures, forging connections, and creating lifelong memories. Our mission is to provide you with meticulously designed itineraries that go beyond the tourist trail, offering authentic and immersive experiences that showcase the true essence of each destination.

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