ATV Riding in Puerto Plata: Countryside, River & Beach
Mud, river water and mountain trails on your own machine
ATV riding in Puerto Plata puts you behind the handlebars for 2.5 hours through countryside, river crossings and beach, with stops at a Dominican home for chocolate and café tasting. A live guide in English or Spanish leads small groups. Pickup from hotels and cruise ports is included. Children from age 6 can ride.
What’s included
- Helmet and protective equipment.
- café and chocolate tasting at a Dominican home.
- pickup from Puerto Plata hotels and cruise ports.
- live guide in English or Spanish.
- air-conditioned vehicle for transport between sections.
Times
- Every day No fixed time
Before you book
Operated by Aribel and Yeury Puerto Plata Travel. DR
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The experience
You operate the ATV yourself, not a passenger, not watching a demonstration. The route moves through the countryside where you see how people live outside the tourist zones, then crosses into a river where you get wet and muddy, hits the beach, and ends at a traditional Dominican house. A professional guide rides with the group and knows the terrain. They handle the pacing and the stops.
At the Dominican home, you taste locally made chocolate and café while you're still in your riding gear. The ATVs come maintained and clean, and the company includes helmets and protective equipment. Bring a handkerchief and dust glasses, the trail kicks up dirt, and a waterproof phone case if you want photos. Towels help after the river crossing.
Pickup happens from your hotel or cruise port in Puerto Plata, so you don't arrange separate transport. The guide speaks English or Spanish, whichever fits your group. Children from age 6 ride their own machines on this route.
Is this one for you?The guide speaks English or Spanish live, so you follow the route and the stops in whichever language your group needs. Children from age 6 can ride their own machines, making this work for families with older kids who want to operate the ATV themselves rather than ride as passengers.
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Top questions
What languages is the tour guided in?
Live guide in English and Spanish.
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Youth (16 to 17 years); Child (6 to 15 years). Children under 6 can't be included in the booking.
Can I ride an ATV if I've never done it before?
Yes. The route is approved for all vacation experience levels and the guide leads the group at a pace that works for beginners. Professional guides know how to make the day safe and fun.
What happens at the river stop?
You ride through the river crossing as part of the route, so you'll get wet and muddy. Bring a towel and wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty.
Does the tour include food or drinks?
Yes. At the Dominican home stop, you taste Dominican chocolate and café. An air-conditioned vehicle is also included for transport between activity sections.
What should I bring for this ride?
Bring a handkerchief and dust glasses to protect against trail dust, a waterproof case for your phone if you want to photograph the ride, and a towel for after the river crossing. Helmets and protective gear are provided.
Is pickup from my cruise ship included?
Yes. Pickup is included from hotels and cruise ports in Puerto Plata, so you don't need to arrange your own transport to the starting point.
ATV Riding in Puerto Plata: Countryside, River & Beach
2h 30m · EN · ES · at your hotel
from US$ 90 per person
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