Sancti Spíritus — Yayabo's Independence Conspiracy
Uncover the Mambises' secret plot for Cuban independence hidden along the Yayabo River. Decode clues from colonial landmarks to expose the conspiracy that ignited rebellion in this hidden gem.
📱 1 to 10 phones · 1 team per phone · Independent codes
In the shadowed alleys of Sancti Spíritus' historic center, where the Yayabo River whispers ancient secrets, a daring conspiracy unfolded in the late 19th century
Sancti Spíritus — Yayabo's Independence Conspiracy
You are a Mambí operative, deep within Spanish-occupied Sancti Spíritus, 1895.
Your mission, part of the Cuban War of Independence, begins at
Immerse yourself in Sancti Spíritus, a city founded in 1514, to foil a conspiracy threatening Cuban independence.
A game, a guided tour and a heritage guide — all in one
You're not just buying an escape game. You're carrying a living guide — historical anecdotes, forgotten legends, key monuments, hidden architecture — unfolding as you go.
At each stop, places ordinary guides miss — secret façades, sculpted crests, alleys steeped in history.
Every riddle is rooted in a real historical fact or local legend. You leave with dozens of stories to tell.
Learn to read buildings — flamboyant Gothic, Baroque, Art Deco — like a real art historian, while having fun.
Walk through the city like a novel's character — every alley becomes a stage, every square a theatre.
A voice walks with you at every step, tells the story of each place, reads clues, adds a cinematic feel.
Keep access to the guide & game for 1 year. Come back any time, share it with friends.
« You will not leave this city the way you entered it. »
How does it work?
Explore the city on foot solving puzzles based on real historical facts. No locked room — the city is your playground.
No app to download. Play directly from your browser. Guided step by step, at your own pace.
One purchase per phone is enough. Play with family, friends or as a couple — everyone participates.
Point your phone at the façade: a historical character appears and speaks to you in your language. Golden letters magically write themselves on the wall to reveal the puzzle answer.
Stuck? Progressive personalised hints. The character repeats the puzzle on demand — at your own pace.
French, English, German, Spanish, Italian + 27 other languages auto-translated by AI.
Want to go deeper?
Places tied to your adventure — optional entries, totally up to you · per person
The story that haunts this land
Your quest begins at Parque Serafín Sánchez, the starting point for this outdoor escape game, 'The Secrets of Yayabo'. This central square of Sancti Spíritus is surrounded by neoclassical buildings like the Library and the Teatro Principal. Here, you examine the Monumento a Serafín Sánchez, a direct tribute to this hero of Cuban independence, to uncover the first clues. The city, founded in 1514 by Diego Velásquez, has had its heart beating here, where the benches, though offering little shade, have witnessed centuries of history and discussions about Cuba's future.
Continuing your itinerary, you reach the Iglesia Parroquial Mayor del Espíritu Santo, a 40-meter-high building with a 103-step staircase. It was here, around the second half of the 17th century, that pirates attacked the chapel, stealing sacred vases, religious objects, and a golden cockerel from the main altar. The main door, known as the 'forgiveness gate' due to a local legend, holds secrets related to Sancti Spíritus' identity and pride. Every colorful facade in Sancti Spíritus' historic center contains crucial information for your investigation.
The route then leads you to Puente Yayabo, a symbol of Sancti Spíritus. This historic bridge over the Yayabo River, with its 103 steps and 40-meter height, connects the old quarter with colonial mansions. Its name, 'Yayabo', is a direct thematic link to the independence conspiracy, and its very structure might conceal coded messages left by the Mambises. It's a key point for understanding the movements and secret communications of Cuban patriots.
Exploring Calle Llano, a historic street lined with colorful facades and colonial arcades, you walk in the footsteps of Sancti Spíritus' inhabitants. This lively thoroughfare, ideal for outdoor activities, is part of the approximately 2.5 km route that circles Parque Serafín Sánchez. The architectural details, vibrant colors, and atmosphere of this street offer an authentic glimpse into daily life and the challenges of the colonial era, bringing you closer to the truth about the conspiracy.
Your investigation concludes back at Parque Serafín Sánchez, after having traversed the historic center of Sancti Spíritus. You have deciphered clues hidden in the Cuban colonial heritage, from the walls of the Teatro Principal to the details of the Monumento a Serafín Sánchez. The local baseball team, the Gallos de Sancti Spíritus, whose stadium is Estadio José Antonio Huelga, is a symbol of local pride. You carry with you not only the secrets of the conspiracy but also a deep understanding of Sancti Spíritus' history and the struggle for independence.
The Route
8 stages through the city
The gameplay: AR, camera, hidden clues
At each stop, open your phone camera: an augmented reality character appears on the façade and speaks your language. Hunt the clue — it materializes as golden letters on the real wall or floats in front of you. When you find it, the phone vibrates, an AR chest opens and reveals your answer fragment. 8 stops, 8 clues to find with the camera, 1 final code.
The stops on your route are a surprise. You'll discover them one by one, guided by your phone, starting from the meeting point.
How does it work with a group?
One phone = one team. Pick the number at checkout (1 to 10).
Solo, or a group sharing the screen. One team, one code.
Family, couple, or 2-3 teams competing. Each phone has its own code and its own score.
Friends, bachelor/bachelorette, small office outing — each their own code, each plays at their own pace. Tiered pricing then €6 flat per phone from the 6th.
- ✓All codes are independent — play at the same time OR separately, each team advances at its own pace.
- ✓Leaderboard between your teams + global game leaderboard — each score appears in the public ranking.
- ✓More than 10 phones or need a personalized quest? Discover custom tours.
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Practical info
Why this route?
Historical Investigation
Immerse yourself in an authentic mystery inspired by 19th-century Cuban independence aspirations.
Colonial Architecture
Explore the cobblestone streets and preserved facades of one of Cuba's oldest cities.
Heroes of Independence
Follow in the footsteps of General Serafín Sánchez and other patriots who fought for Cuba's freedom.
The Past Whispers, The Future Listens.
Unravel the threads of a forgotten conspiracy.
9 features nobody else has
OddballTrip combines gamified play, augmented reality and AI. All our competitors deliver 1 or 2 of these angles. We deliver all 5.
AR treasure chest
A golden chest floats in front of the monument. Tap → opening animation → reveals a secret message.
AR narrator character
Point your phone at the façade: a knight, witch, monk, sailor, detective or ghost appears full-screen and speaks to you in your language with their dedicated ElevenLabs voice (each character has their own unique voice) — your living guide.
Magic golden letters
At the puzzle climax, golden letters magically write themselves on the real wall — that's the puzzle answer. An unforgettable visual effect.
Written + audio narration
Every puzzle available as text AND voice-over: read at your own pace or listen eyes-free while walking. Great in groups and for accessibility.
360° radar + vibration
A mini-radar shows the target even behind you, and the phone vibrates when you aim in the right direction.
Heritage storytelling
Every puzzle weaves in real historical facts (architecture, era, anecdotes). You learn by playing — like a gamified audioguide.
Progressive AI hints
3 levels of AI-generated help: vibe → where to look → answer format. You're never stuck.
AR selfie memento
At the end of the game, capture a selfie with OddballTrip banner + mascot, shareable on Instagram, TikTok.
Zero app to install
PWA technology: open the link, it plays in your browser. Same quality as an app, no App Store hassle.
Frequently asked questions
Q01Do I need to download an app?
No, never. You get a link, you click, it plays in your browser. That's the point of a PWA: same as an app, without the hassle.
Q02Does it work offline?
GPS yes (handled by your phone). Maps yes (tiles cached). AI and hints need an intermittent 4G connection.
Q03How long does a game take?
1 h 30 to 2 h 30 depending on your pace. The timer runs but only for the leaderboard — you play at your own tempo.
Q04What happens if I'm stuck?
You get 3 levels of hints per puzzle (increasing penalty). If truly stuck, you can skip the step (45-min penalty but you keep going).
Q05What's the age range?
From 12 without an adult, from 6 with an adult reading puzzles. Works for families, couples, friend groups, companies.
Q06What if my city isn't in the catalogue?
Pre-register or contact us — we'll email you as soon as your city is live.
Q07What is augmented reality exactly?
Point your phone at the façade: a historical character appears full-screen and speaks to you in your language. At the puzzle climax, golden letters magically write themselves on the real wall — that's your answer. After each puzzle solved, a treasure chest floats in front of you. Seeing is believing.
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