Damajagua zipline and waterfalls from Puerto Plata

Hike to waterfalls, swim in pools, zip through the canopy

A five-hour shore excursion from Puerto Plata combines a visit to the Imbert Craft Market and a traditional plantation with hiking, swimming and optional ziplining in Damajagua's tropical landscape. The tour includes round-trip transportation from Amber Cove or Taino Bay, a traditional buffet lunch, professional guides, park entry and equipment. Children from age one are welcome, though kids under eight can only access the first waterfall with an adult.

Step-by-step itinerary

Damajagua Waterfalls and local culture tour

• Pickup from Amber Cove or Taino Bay
• Visit traditional plantation and local houses
• Explore Imbert Craft Market and taste Mamajuana
• Hike tropical trails at Damajagua Waterfalls
• Swim in natural pools
• Optional zipline activity
• Enjoy traditional buffet lunch
• Return to cruise ship

The experience

The day starts with pickup from your cruise terminal or nearby hotel in an air-conditioned bus with wifi. Your guide drives you to the Imbert Craft Market, where you can browse handmade souvenirs and taste Mamajuana before heading into the Damajagua area. The real work begins once you arrive at the national park: a fifteen-minute walk on foot brings you to the first waterfall, and from there the route opens up to natural pools and higher falls depending on your comfort level.

The zipline is optional, so you choose whether to strap in and ride the cables between the trees or stick to hiking and swimming. Either way, you're moving through the landscape on your own terms: climbing down into pools, wading through water, feeling the tropical air. A traditional buffet lunch and refreshments are included, and your guide handles the logistics so you can focus on the moment.

The tour is built around getting you back to your ship on time. Your return to port is guaranteed. The whole experience runs five hours from pickup to drop-off, which means it fits inside a port day without cutting it close.

What’s included

• Round-trip transportation from Amber Cove or Taino Bay in an air-conditioned bus with wifi.
• entry to Parque Nacional Damajagua.
• zipline equipment if you choose that activity.
• a traditional buffet lunch.
• refreshments throughout the day.
• professional guides.
• and guaranteed return to your cruise terminal on time.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 07:00, 07:30, 09:00 and 11:00

AgesAdult (18 to 50 years) · Senior (51 to 70 years) · Youth (5 to 17 years) · Child (1 to 4 years)

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 42 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24h 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 10 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelPublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by Tony Tours By AMGMT puerto plata shore excursions

Is this one for you?Book this if you're docked in Puerto Plata and want a mix of cultural stops (plantation, craft market) with hiking and swimming: the five-hour timeframe fits a port day, and you can skip the zipline if you prefer less adventure.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English, Spanish and German.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (5 to 17 years); Child (1 to 4 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 24h before the start.

What's the Damajagua waterfall hike actually like?

Damajagua is a series of natural waterfalls and pools in a tropical setting where you hike between them and swim in the water. The walk from the park entrance to the first fall takes about fifteen minutes, and from there you can continue higher if you want to, moving at your own pace through the landscape.

Can I do the zipline, or is it required?

The zipline is optional. You can hike and swim through the waterfalls without ziplining at all, or you can choose to zipline between the falls if that appeals to you.

How much walking is involved?

The excursion requires about fifteen minutes of walking from the park entrance to reach the first waterfall. Beyond that, the amount of walking depends on how many falls you visit and how far up the trail you go.

Will I have time to get back to my ship?

Yes. The tour is five hours total and is designed specifically for cruise passengers. Your return to the port is guaranteed so you won't miss your ship's departure.