Luke approaching the cliffs through Raul’s farm. Raul was one of the earliest supporters of climbing in Viñales.

Tobacco farmer. Pretty sure he’s smoking a cigar. This scene felt set up!

Resting at our casa particular.

Our host family’s dog, Papi.

Clara rolling a cigar for the young American climbers. Clara’s farm is one of the few farms climbers pass through to get to the cliffs. It’s hard to pass by without stopping for a coffee or cigar!

Cueva Largo. Sport routes ascended both sides of the cave!

A climber cleaning draws from the steep Cuba Libre cave. The 3D climbing here was like nothing I’ve ever experienced.

Liz on a long 7a.

Luke navigating the wild stalactites of Techo del Mundo.

Tito, one of the main local developers, adding a new route at Techo del Mundo.