Ziplining Puerto Plata: Over the Ocean with Beach Access

Fly over open water, then claim a private beach for the afternoon

Ziplining in Puerto Plata takes you across a canopy course engineered to send you directly over the ocean, with platforms strung between cliffs overlooking the surf. After the zipline circuit, you move to Coconut Cove, a private beach with calm water, non-motorized watersports and shaded rest areas: all included, with round-trip hotel transfer from within the Puerto Plata region. The activity runs roughly two hours and welcomes children from age 6 and up, with a minimum height of 4 feet 4 inches and weight between 65 and 265 pounds.

The experience

Puerto Plata's zipline course is built specifically to give you views of the ocean as you glide between platforms, not a forest canopy, but open water and crashing surf below. You wear a helmet and harness engineered for safety across all experience levels, and the guides walk you through the setup before you step to the edge. The sequence of the ziplines depends on how the day's operations flow, so you move through them as the staff directs rather than choosing your own order.

Once you finish the circuit, the afternoon shifts to Coconut Cove, the private beach attached to the same outpost. The water here is calm and warm, isolated from the vendor-heavy public beaches nearby. You can swim, try non-motorized watersports (paddleboards, kayaks and the like), or settle into one of the shaded tiki areas to rest and take photographs. The restaurant and bar are there if you want food or a drink, though meals are available for purchase rather than included. Round-trip hotel transfer within the Puerto Plata region is included, so you do not arrange your own ride.

Arrive no later than 2:30 pm if you are driving yourself. The ride to the location is bumpy, which is why the operator does not recommend this activity for pregnant travelers or anyone with back or neck injuries. Helmets are mandatory, so plan your hairstyle accordingly. Children as young as 6 can participate if they meet the height and weight requirements.

What’s included

• Ziplining over the ocean on a state-of-the-art canopy course.
• helmet and harness provided.
• expert safety instruction in English or Spanish.
• access to private Coconut Cove beach.
• non-motorized watersports (paddleboards, kayaks).
• shaded tiki areas and leisure spaces.
• free entry to the seaside nature adventure park.
• round-trip hotel transfer within Puerto Plata region.

Before you book

Days and timesTuesday, Thursday, Saturday and SundayDeparts at 09:00

AgesAdult (13 to 70 years) · Child (6 to 12 years) · Under 6: can't be booked

GroupUp to 15

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. 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 Attractions of the Caribbean - DR

Is this one for you?You operate the zipline yourself. This is not a guided sightseeing tour where you watch from a platform. The shared activity means you move through the course with other guests and follow the staff's sequence rather than setting your own pace, which keeps the timing tight and the afternoon beach time possible. Book this if you want the adrenaline of flying over water yourself, then a calm private beach to recover on, all arranged and transported for you.

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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: Child (6 to 12 years). Children under 6 can't be included in the booking.

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 happens during the zipline part of the activity?

You move through a series of platforms connected by ziplines that run directly over the ocean, with guides providing safety instruction and harness setup before you begin. The course is engineered to give you panoramic views of the water and surf as you glide between each platform.

Is the beach at Coconut Cove crowded or busy?

Coconut Cove is a private beach exclusive to guests of the outpost, so it stays isolated from the vendor-heavy public beaches and tourist traps in the area. The water is calm and warm, and shaded tiki areas give you places to rest between swimming and watersports.

What watersports can I do at the beach?

Non-motorized watersports are included: paddleboards, kayaks and similar equipment available at the private beach. You can also simply swim in the calm water or relax in the shaded areas.

Do I need to arrange my own transportation to the activity?

Round-trip hotel transfer within the Puerto Plata region is included, so you do not need to arrange a ride. If you drive yourself, arrive no later than 2:30 pm.

What should I know about the ride to the location?

The ride is bumpy, which is why the activity is not recommended for pregnant travelers or anyone with back or neck injuries. Wear comfortable clothing and plan accordingly if you have mobility concerns.