ATV Riding in Punta Cana: Buggy, Beach & Water Cave

You operate the buggy yourself, not a passenger watching someone else drive.

Buggy Adventure to Water Cave and Macao Beach is a self-driven ATV experience in Punta Cana where you control the vehicle through countryside terrain to three stops: Macao Beach for swimming, an organic farm for coffee and cacao tasting, and a 25-foot freshwater cave. The tour includes a safety briefing, helmet, and return transport to your pickup location. A guide leads the group in English, Spanish, Portuguese or French.

The experience

You arrive at the ranch on Carretera Arena Gorda and get a 15-minute safety briefing before climbing into your buggy. The vehicle is yours to drive, not a guided tour where you sit as a passenger. You navigate the terrain yourself, following the group through the Dominican countryside toward the coast.

The first stop is Macao Beach, where you have 30 minutes to swim in the Atlantic and walk the sand. From there the route turns inland to a typical Dominican house and an organic farm where coffee, cacao, chocolate and tropical fruits grow. You taste what they produce there. The final major stop is the Water Cave, a natural cenote with fresh water 25 feet deep where you can swim again before the return journey to the ranch.

The whole experience runs about three and a half hours from start to finish. You choose between riding solo in an individual buggy or sharing one with one or two other people. The operator handles the pairing. Children from age 3 are welcome. A helmet is provided. Bring sunglasses, a bandana and a towel if you have them, as these are not supplied. Professional photos of the ride are available for purchase at the end.

What’s included

• Round-trip transport from your hotel.
• helmet.
• access to Macao Beach and the Water Cave.
• coffee, chocolate and tropical fruit tasting at the organic farm.
• safety briefing and guide in your choice of language.

Options for this experience

4 options

Water Cave and Macoa Beach Buggy Adventure with Coffee TastingUp to 15 people · Guide in 4 languages · 08:30, 11:30 and 14:30Pickup is included

Two people per buggyUp to 14 people · Guide in 4 languages · 08:30, 11:30 and 14:30Two people per buggy, includes pickup

Three to four people per buggyUp to 15 people · Guide in 4 languages · 08:30, 11:30 and 14:30Buggy for three to four people, pickup is included

Individual BuggyGuide in 4 languages · 08:30, 11:30 and 14:30One person per buggy, pickup is included

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 08:30, 11:30 and 14:30

Book up to2h before

AgesAdult (18 to 70 years) · Youth (13 to 17 years) · Child (3 to 12 years) · Under 3: can't be booked

GroupUp to 114

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French and Portuguese

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 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 13 days ago

Good to know

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

Operated by Wilna tours

Is this one for you?Pick the solo buggy if you want to drive independently and choose your own pace through the countryside. Choose the shared buggy if you're traveling with someone and want to split costs.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French and Portuguese.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (13 to 17 years); Child (3 to 12 years). Children under 3 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.

Can I drive my own buggy or do I ride as a passenger?

You drive the buggy yourself. After a 15-minute safety briefing at the ranch, you operate the vehicle through the countryside and control your own pace within the group route.

What happens at Macao Beach during the stop there?

Macao Beach is a 30-minute stop where you can swim in the Atlantic Ocean and relax on the sand. It is one of the most beautiful beaches in the Dominican Republic and the route includes time to enjoy it before moving on.

What is the Water Cave like?

The Water Cave, also called a cenote, is a natural freshwater pool 25 feet deep where you can swim. The stop lasts about 25 minutes and is the final major site before returning to the ranch.

Is hotel pickup included?

Yes, round-trip transportation from your hotel or pickup location is included. The operator will arrange the meeting point when you book.