ATV Riding in Puerto Plata: Jungle Trails & Monkey Jungle

Squirrel monkeys will climb on your shoulders during the second half of the day.

ATV riding in Puerto Plata combines four hours of off-road riding through jungle trails, muddy paths and rural villages with a visit to Monkey Jungle, where you interact with squirrel monkeys in an open habitat. After a safety briefing and test drive, you ride deep into the Dominican backroads. A guide leads both the ATV portion and the monkey encounter. Hotel pickup is included, and the guide speaks English, Spanish, French or German.

Step-by-step itinerary

ATV ride and Monkey Jungle visit

• Safety briefing and test drive
• Ride ATV through jungle and villages
• Visit Monkey Jungle and interact with monkeys

The experience

You start with a safety briefing and test drive to get comfortable on the machine before heading into the trails. The route takes you through jungle paths, muddy terrain and small rural villages where you see the landscape and local culture as you ride. The guide leads the way and sets the pace, so you're not navigating alone. You're following a line through the backroads with someone who knows the terrain.

After the riding portion, the day shifts to Monkey Jungle, where squirrel monkeys live in a natural, open habitat. These are curious animals that will climb on your shoulders, and some will eat directly from your hand. The experience is hands-on in a way most wildlife encounters aren't. You're not watching from a distance or behind glass.

Private transportation picks you up at your hotel in Puerto Plata or Santo Domingo and brings you back when the day ends. The guide speaks English, Spanish, French or German, so language isn't a barrier. The whole experience runs four hours from start to finish.

What’s included

• Private transportation from your hotel.
• in-person guide in English, Spanish, French or German.
• ATV rental and safety equipment.
• test drive and safety briefing before the ride.
• visit to Monkey Jungle with direct interaction with squirrel monkeys.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day8 departure times: the first at 08:00, the last at 15:00

Book up to1h before

AgesAdult (12 and older) · Child (1 to 10 years)

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French and German

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 39 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 14 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical effortNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Turistravels S.R.L

Is this one for you?The ATV portion demands moderate fitness and comfort with off-road riding on muddy, uneven terrain for several hours. If you're looking for a gentler wildlife experience, the monkey encounter alone won't fill the day, since both halves are bundled together.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French and German.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (1 to 10 years).

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What's the riding like for someone who's never been on an ATV before?

The day starts with a safety briefing and test drive so you get comfortable with the machine before you head into the trails. The guide leads the route and controls the pace, so you're following a line through jungle paths and muddy terrain rather than navigating on your own.

Do you actually get to touch the monkeys at Monkey Jungle?

Yes. The squirrel monkeys live in an open habitat and are accustomed to visitors. They will climb on your shoulders, and some will eat fruit directly from your hand. It's a direct interaction, not an observation from a distance.

What should I wear for the ATV portion?

Wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty, since you'll be riding through muddy paths and jungle trails. Closed-toe shoes are essential for safety on the ATV.

Is hotel pickup really included, or is there an extra charge?

Hotel pickup is included in the price. Transportation picks you up at your hotel in Puerto Plata or Santo Domingo and returns you when the day ends.

How physically demanding is the ATV riding?

You should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness. The ride lasts several hours and involves controlling the machine over uneven terrain, so stamina and core strength matter. The activity is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, poor cardiovascular health, or pregnancy.