Welcome to the eighth wonder of the world, the Citadelle Laferriere is a must-see when you are in Haiti. We invite you to explore the largest fortress of its kind in the Western Hemisphere; The fortification sits majestically 900 meters above the sea level, absolutely bristling with 350 cannons and mortars, perched high atop Laferriere hill overlooking the bay of Cap-Haitian. The Citadelle was built between1805-1820 by King Henry Christophe, the slave who became king, with the sole purpose of defending the new nation against the French invasion. It is classified as a World Heritage by UNESCO.

The historic tour starts when our proficient Tour Guide picks you up in your Hotel in a 4×4 car, to transport you to the City of Milot where you make the first stop to visit the ruins of the Sans Souci Palace, the Residence of King Henry Christophe. Then you will be driven to the parking car of the Citadelle. The road is paved with limestone; the access to the fortress can be done by walking up to the top for 30 minutes or by horseback riding.

You will pass villages and breathtaking views of the countryside, our historic guide will also explain the story behind this majestic fortification, and you will also visit the artillery Museum with the unique concentration of 18 Th century bronze cannons on the continent.

Going down from la Citadelle, a delicious Haitian-style lunch is waiting for you at a cultural restaurant located in Milot, where you will also enjoy the Haitian folklore and Tambour show while eating. After Lunch, you will be driven back to Cap Haitian for a small visit before going back to the Hotel.

The excursion starts at 8:30 am from your hotel and finishes at about 3 pm.

Don’t forget to wear Sunblock and a hat. You can also buy a typical Haitian hat at the artisan market to protect you from the sun.