Punta Cana: Buggy Tour Macao Beach, Water Cave & Organic Farm

Summary

Buggy rides through Dominican countryside with beach swim and farm stop

You’ll ride a buggy through Punta Cana’s countryside, tasting fresh cacao and coffee at an organic farm before cooling off at Macao Beach. Swim in a hidden water cave and laugh with locals along the way. It’s messy, loud, full of surprises—and you might end up loving every bit of it.

What’s the experience like?

First thing I remember is how our guide, Miguel, grinned when he handed me the keys to the buggy. “Don’t worry if you get muddy,” he said, and honestly, I thought he was joking. But by the time we’d bounced past those thick palms and little houses painted in faded pinks and blues, there was mud everywhere—even on my teeth (don’t ask). The air smelled like wet earth and something sweet—maybe sugarcane? We stopped at this small organic farm where Rosa showed us how they roast coffee. She let me try grinding beans by hand. My arms still ache thinking about it. Tasted some chocolate that melted right in my fingers before it hit my mouth. I tried saying “mamajuana” properly—Rosa laughed so hard she almost dropped her cup.

The drive to Macao Beach was loud—engines buzzing, everyone shouting over each other—but then suddenly it went quiet as we hit the sand. The Atlantic looked wild that day, all grey-blue with foamy waves smacking the shore. Some local kids were playing soccer barefoot near the cliffs; one of them waved at us with both hands like we were celebrities or something. I’m not much of a swimmer but wading into those waves felt good after all that dust and heat. There’s something about salty air that makes you forget you’re tired.

After rinsing off most of the mud (not all), we followed Miguel to this water cave hidden behind some tangled vines—felt cooler just stepping inside. The water was shockingly clear and cold; I hesitated at first but jumped anyway. It’s only twenty minutes or so there but it sticks with you longer than that. On the way back to the ranch, I realized my shoes would never be clean again—and somehow I didn’t mind at all.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Buggy tour to beach, farm, and cave

• Drive buggy through tropical terrain
• Visit organic farm and taste local products
• Drive to Macao Beach
• Relax and swim at Macao Beach
• Drive to water cave
• Swim and explore water cave
• Return buggy to ranch
• Transfer back to pickup location

Top questions

How long does the buggy tour from Punta Cana to Macao Beach take?

The tour includes several stops and lasts around 3-4 hours including driving time and activities.

Is swimming allowed at Macao Beach during the buggy tour?

Yes, you can relax on the sand or swim in the waves during your stop at Macao Beach.

What do you taste at the organic farm on this tour?

You’ll sample Dominican products like coffee, chocolate, green tea, mamajuana, and cigars.

Is hotel pickup included for this Punta Cana buggy tour?

Yes, round-trip transportation from your pickup location is included in your booking.

Can children join the buggy tour to Macao Beach?

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; check suitability for your family’s needs.

Are there any health restrictions for this buggy adventure?

The tour isn’t recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, pregnancy, or poor cardiovascular health.

How deep is the water cave on this Punta Cana tour?

The natural water cave is about 25 feet deep for those who want to swim or jump in.

What’s included

Your day includes round-trip transportation from your hotel or pickup point, use of a buggy for driving through Punta Cana’s countryside, stops at an organic farm with tastings of coffee, chocolate and more, time to swim or relax at Macao Beach surrounded by limestone cliffs, entry to a natural water cave for swimming or photos—and then return transport back to where you started.