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Day Trips in the Dominican Republic

Our pick: Saona Island: Day Trip with Catamaran Party & Lunch — US$ 85 (8h, 4.65★ · 362). Best value: Puerto Plata: City Highlights & Dorada Beach Day Trip — US$ 59 (4h 15m, 4.67★ · 85).

4.8 8 experiences from US$ 59 ✓Free cancellation on most experiences

All 8 options, side by side

✓ 2026-09-29
OptionPricePer personLengthRatingCancellationExtra fee
Puerto Plata: City Highlights & Dorada Beach Day TripBest valueUS$ 59 p.p.
US$ 59
4h 15m4.67★ · 85free—
Puerto Plata: Monkey Encounter & City Sights Day TripUS$ 75 p.p.
US$ 75
2h–3h4.93★ · 179free—
Saona Island Catamaran from Punta Cana: Natural Pool & LunchUS$ 79 p.p.
US$ 79
8h4.95★ · 243free—
Saona Island: Day Trip with Catamaran Party & LunchOur pickUS$ 85 p.p.
US$ 85
8h4.65★ · 362free—
Higuey Day Trip: Coffee, Cocoa & Basilica Tour with PickupUS$ 115 p.p.
US$ 115
4h4.92★ · 118free—
Los Haitises & Yanigua Waterfall: Day Trip with Lunch & SpaUS$ 129 p.p.
US$ 129
10h–11h4.88★ · 104free—
Los Haitises & Bacardí Island Day Trip from Santo DomingoUS$ 179 p.p.
US$ 179
14h4.53★ · 17free—
Punta Cana Catamaran Snorkeling Tour: Bavaro Beach Natural PoolTop ratedUS$ 698 per group—3h 30m4.96★ · 164free—

Real price per person across the 7 options: US$ 59–US$ 179 (median US$ 85). With 100+ reviews: 6 of 8.

Default order: price per person.

Up to 2 hours (1)

Puerto Plata: Monkey Encounter & City Sights Day Trip
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Puerto Plata: Monkey Encounter & City Sights Day Trip★★★★★★★★★★ 4.93 (179)2h–3hYou’ll get squirrel monkeys climbing onto your arms in Puerto Plata’s lush hills before wandering under colorful umbrellas downtown and seeing Independence Plaza and the old fort—all with easy pickup and a friendly local guide who keeps things fun and relaxed.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 75View ›

2 to 5 hours (3)

Higuey Day Trip: Coffee, Cocoa & Basilica Tour with Pickup
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Higuey Day Trip: Coffee, Cocoa & Basilica Tour with Pickup★★★★★★★★★★ 4.92 (118)4hYou’ll meet locals over fresh coffee and chocolate on a working plantation near Higuey, try your hand at cigar making with real artisans, wander lively markets full of color and sound, and pause inside Higuey’s famous basilica—a place that feels bigger than photos can show. Expect laughter, small surprises, and honest glimpses into Dominican life along the way.Free cancellationfromUS$ 115View ›
Puerto Plata: City Highlights & Dorada Beach Day Trip
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Puerto Plata: City Highlights & Dorada Beach Day Trip★★★★★★★★★★ 4.67 (85)4h 15mYou’ll wander Puerto Plata’s colorful streets with a local guide, snap photos beneath Umbrella Street and Pink Street, then stretch out on Dorada Beach with rum punch in hand. Expect real Dominican flavors, laughter echoing off old walls, and a couple hours of pure beach calm before heading back.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 59View ›
Punta Cana Catamaran Snorkeling Tour: Bavaro Beach Natural Pool
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Punta Cana Catamaran Snorkeling Tour: Bavaro Beach Natural Pool★★★★★★★★★★ 4.96 (164)3h 30mA private catamaran snorkeling tour in Punta Cana with stops at Cabeza de Toro reef, Punta de los Nidos virgin beach and a natural swimming pool; the boat holds up to 18 people depending on the option you choose. Round-trip hotel pickup, snorkel gear, an open bar with national drinks and beer, snacks, tropical fruit and onboard DJ entertainment are included; the guide speaks English, Spanish, Portuguese or French.Is it for me?Book this if your group wants to choose the music and guest list without mixing with other travelers—you control the boat's atmosphere and who's on board.Free cancellationfrom · per groupUS$ 698View ›

Half day and longer (4)

Saona Island: Day Trip with Catamaran Party & Lunch
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Saona Island: Day Trip with Catamaran Party & Lunch★★★★★★★★★★ 4.65 (362)8hYou’ll float in turquoise water at Lagun Azul’s natural pool, watch sea stars beneath your feet, eat lunch under palm trees on Saona Island, then dance (or just chill) on a catamaran ride back with music and open bar. Expect real Dominican warmth—plus hotel pickup and drop-off for zero stress.Free cancellationTravelers' pickInfants freefromUS$ 85View ›
Saona Island Catamaran from Punta Cana: Natural Pool & Lunch
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Saona Island Catamaran from Punta Cana: Natural Pool & Lunch★★★★★★★★★★ 4.95 (243)8hAn eight-hour catamaran tour from Punta Cana combines speedboat and sailing with swimming at the Natural Pool and Saona Island, plus a Dominican buffet lunch and drinks. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, along with onboard entertainment on the return journey. The tour operates in English and Spanish with a live guide, and children from age 4 are welcome.Is it for me?Eight hours is long enough to spend real time swimming and relaxing on the beach without feeling rushed, but short enough to leave your afternoon free if you want to explore Punta Cana itself. The fixed itinerary and included transportation mean you don't coordinate pickups or plan the day—you show up at your hotel and the rest unfolds.Free cancellationKids −23%fromUS$ 79View ›
Los Haitises & Yanigua Waterfall: Day Trip with Lunch & Spa
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Los Haitises & Yanigua Waterfall: Day Trip with Lunch & Spa★★★★★★★★★★ 4.88 (104)10h–11hYou’ll sail through Los Haitises’ mangroves and caves with a local guide, spot rare birds overhead, then swim at Yanigua Waterfall and try fresh Dominican chocolate. Taste local coffee, relax with a natural clay spa treatment under the falls, and share a hearty lunch before heading home with new stories—and maybe some mud still on your skin.Free cancellationKids −21%fromUS$ 129View ›
Los Haitises & Bacardí Island Day Trip from Santo Domingo
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Los Haitises & Bacardí Island Day Trip from Santo Domingo★★★★★★★★★★ 4.53 (17)14hYou’ll get up close with ancient Taíno art in hidden caves, swim in clear waters off Bacardí Island, and enjoy a local lunch—all in one easy day trip from Santo Domingo.Free cancellationKids −16%fromUS$ 179View ›

Frequently asked questions

Can I book with free cancellation?

Yes: 8 of the 8 options offer free cancellation, so you can book now and confirm your plans later.

How long do these experiences last?

Most options last half a day or longer. There are also shorter and longer formats to fit your itinerary.

Which one is the travelers' favorite?

Saona Island: Day Trip with Catamaran Party & Lunch is the travelers' favorite, rated 4.65 out of 5 across 362 reviews.

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