Puerto Plata Buggy Tour with Beach Stop & Local Coffee

Summary

Buggy ride in Puerto Plata countryside with coffee break and beach

You’ll drive your own buggy through Puerto Plata’s countryside, stopping for strong local coffee with neighbors before tearing through muddy trails toward Bergantín beach. With a friendly local guide and plenty of chances to swap drivers or just soak up the wild scenery, this day is more about laughter than looking perfect.

What’s the experience like?

We hopped into these buggies just outside Puerto Plata — helmets on, dust already in the air — and I could tell right away this wasn’t going to be a gentle cruise. Our guide, Miguel, grinned as he handed us bottled water (“You’ll need it!”) and pointed out how to switch drivers if we wanted. I’d never driven one before, but after a few bumpy minutes, it started to feel kind of fun. The road was rough in places, but you get used to the rattling pretty quick. There were chickens darting across the path and kids waving from doorways; I tried to wave back but almost missed a turn.

About fifteen minutes in, we stopped at this little house up in the hills — just a handful of neighbors chatting on plastic chairs out front. Someone handed me a tiny cup of Dominican coffee (strong and sweet, almost syrupy), and for a second everything went quiet except for the sound of birds and someone’s radio playing bachata in the background. Miguel told us about growing up nearby; he laughed when I tried to say “gracias” with my accent. The air smelled like wet earth after last night’s rain — which probably explained all those mud puddles waiting for us down the next stretch.

The next part was pure chaos: mud splashing everywhere, water spraying up over our legs (I gave up trying to stay clean). We reached Bergantín beach with our shoes caked in dirt — some people dove straight into the sea while others just stood there grinning at each other like we’d survived something together. I didn’t swim but let the salt wind dry my face for a bit. On the way back, Miguel let my friend drive and I just held on tight, half-laughing every time we hit another puddle. It felt like being a kid again.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Buggy tour with coffee and beach stop

• Drive to small mountain village
• Stop for coffee in countryside
• Tour nearby mountains
• Drive through mud and puddles
• Stop to bathe at Bergantín beach
• Return to starting point

Top questions

How long does the Puerto Plata buggy tour last?

The tour lasts approximately 2 hours and 20 minutes.

Is hotel pickup included for this buggy excursion?

Yes, private transportation is included in your day.

Do you stop at a beach during the tour?

Yes, there’s a stop at Bergantín beach where swimming is optional.

Can both people drive the buggy?

Yes, couples can switch between driver and co-pilot during the ride.

Is coffee included on this Puerto Plata buggy tour?

Yes, there’s a stop for complimentary local coffee in the countryside.

Are crash helmets provided?

Yes, crash helmets are included for safety during your ride.

What should I wear for this buggy adventure?

Wear clothes you don’t mind getting muddy or wet; closed shoes are best.

Is lunch provided on this tour?

No lunch is included; drinks like soda and bottled water are provided.

What’s included

Your day includes private transportation with air conditioning and WiFi onboard, all crash helmet gear for safety, complimentary soda or bottled water along the way, plus that memorable stop for local Dominican coffee before heading out to Bergantín beach for an optional swim.