11 May 2025
Best way to experience Sugarloaf if you enjoy the outdoors and/or rock climbing and hiking. I did the middle Coringa route which was honestly tougher than any climb I’ve done before as an experienced beginner to somewhat intermediate climber, but one who hasn’t climbed with ropes in several years and is a bit out of shape. My guide was extremely helpful with a refresher on belaying and safety, helped keep me going, and was patient when I was slow in several places. The views are gorgeous all along the way and I loved the variation you get with multi-pitch rock climbing, slabs, rock scramble, and regular hiking. All the gear I needed was provided which was so nice. Definitely bring bug spray as the mosquitoes were out in full force. I would also make sure you bring no less than 1L of water and then there’s cold filtered water at the top you can refill for free by the bathrooms. Getting down by the tram is easy and so worth it after the long climb up. Met up with my guide at a nearby restaurant around 1pm and made it up to the very top by 4pm with plenty of breaks throughout. Highly recommend this experience!