Haiti is not your typical Caribbean hideaway, but rather an intriguing land of striking contrasts, geographical, social, and political. Today, with a fledgling democracy in place, the country is on the rebound, and working to regain the prominent place it once enjoyed in Caribbean tourism.

A large, mountainous country of 10,700 square miles, Haiti shares the island of Hispaniola with the Dominican Republic. Haiti’s dramatic countryside is dominated by three rain-forested mountain ranges separated by wide, cactus-covered plains.

In Port-au-Prince, a lively culture continues to thrive. Colourfully painted tap-taps –buses and flatbed trucks that serve as public transportation – brighten the streets; on many downtown walls, murals with social and political messages portray the vitality of the Haitian people. With its two million inhabitants, Port-au-Prince is a bustling center of activity.

On a hillside overlooking the town from the east is Petionville. Still considered one of Haiti’s most affluent suburbs, the area is home to hotels, restaurants, and art galleries. From here you can enjoy sweeping vistas of Port-au-Prince.

Haiti is a mysterious locale, perfect for adventurous travelers who enjoy the challenge of discovering and experiencing unique cultures.

Public transportation as it is usually defined does not exist in Haiti. While Haitians use buses, "taptaps" and taxis, which may observe regular routes much like public transportation, none of these should be considered reliable.

Travel Documents Needed

When travelling outside of your home country you should always have a valid passport.

Visitors require a passport to enter Haiti and all documents needed for next destination.

Always check with your travel agent regarding current entry requirements.

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