Saut d'Eau & Artibonite Tour

Discover the charm enclosed in the stunning Saut d'Eau waterfalls with this tour, and enjoy the remarkable views surrounding the Artibonite River.

Saut d'Eau & Artibonite Tour

At 8 am we'll pick you up from your hotel in Puerto Príncipe and get on the minibus towards the north of the island.

We'll drive for 60 kilometres and reach the town of Saut d'Eau to visit its waterfalls. Here we'll learn about Catholic legend, which recounts how the Virgin Mary appeared on a palm leaf, as well as the Vudu beliefs which claim that the Erzulie goddess lives in these waters.

Next, we'll continue onto the Artibonite River, the most important river in Haiti due to its use as irrigation and for Haiti's hydroelectricity supply. Here we'll see the Crête à Pierrot fort, the setting of the famous Haitian battle, and stop at Kay Mancia to enjoy a traditional lunch with main, dessert and a drink.

Afterwards, we'll visit the Petite Rivière school to learn more about the education system in Haiti. In fact, for each person that reserves this tour, 1 USD will be donated to the institution. Then we'll stop at the rice plantation and take you to one of the beaches along the Arcadins Coast to relax under the Caribbean sun.

The tour will finish back at your hotel at 6 pm.

Important Information

This tour includes pick up at hotels located in Puerto Príncipe or the Arcadins Coast. If your hotel isn't in one of the two pick up areas we'll contact you to arrange a meeting point.

How does it work?

We will start your day with a prompt pick-up at your hotel. Once aboard the minibus, you will journey north for approximately 60 kilometers to reach Saut d'Eau. There, you will not only witness the breathtaking waterfalls but also delve into the local legends, including Catholic and Vudu traditions. Afterwards, you will visit the Artibonite River, where you can appreciate its significance to the nation. Your lunch will be served at Kay Mancia, featuring traditional dishes.

Services included:
Hotel pick-up and drop-off from designated areasMinibus transportationTraditional lunch (main dish, dessert, and drink)Contribution to the Petite Rivière school

Services not included:
Personal expensesTipsAny other meals or drinks not specified

Meeting point:

Your adventure begins at your hotel in Puerto Príncipe or along the Arcadins Coast. For those staying outside these areas, we will coordinate a suitable meeting point.