Punta Cana: Zipline, Buggy & Horseback Combo with Lunch

Summary

Zipline over jungle, ride buggies & horses then taste home-cooked Dominican food

You’ll fly across jungle ziplines near Punta Cana, kick up mud in off-road buggies, and relax on horseback through shady trails—all with a local guide leading the way. Enjoy a home-cooked Dominican lunch at Hacienda Tuko before heading back along mountain roads. There’s laughter, a little chaos, and plenty of real moments to remember.

What’s the experience like?

We rattled along a dirt road out of Punta Cana, the kind that kicks up dust and makes you feel like you’re leaving the regular world behind. At Hacienda Tuko, our guide José greeted us with this huge grin and a joke I half-understood — my Spanish is still a work in progress. The ranch felt alive: roosters somewhere, the smell of wood smoke from their kitchen, and horses flicking their tails in the sun. They split us into groups for the day’s adventures — I got paired with a couple from Montreal who were just as nervous about ziplining as me.

The first zipline — honestly, my stomach dropped. You hear nothing but wind and your own shout echoing through the trees. The carbon-fiber cables felt steady under my hands (which were sweating like crazy), and by the third run I was actually looking around instead of just hanging on for dear life. José cheered us on from each platform; he kept saying “tranquilo” which helped more than I expected. Afterward we hopped onto these chunky buggies — mud splattering everywhere, engines growling — and barreled down trails where palms nearly slapped our faces. It’s louder than you’d think out there but somehow peaceful too.

I didn’t expect to enjoy horseback riding so much after all that adrenaline, but it was kind of grounding? My horse was called Canela (Cinnamon) and she had this patient look like she’d seen it all before. We trotted past mango trees while José pointed out wild orchids growing in the shade. By then I was starving — good thing they served up this plate of rice, beans, fried chicken and salad straight from their wood-fired kitchen. The smoky smell clung to my shirt for hours afterward.

Sitting there eating fresh fruit with strangers-turned-friends, sweat drying on my arms, I thought about how weirdly perfect the day felt. Not everything went smoothly (my helmet kept slipping), but honestly that made it better somehow. Even now when I hear distant birds or catch a whiff of grilled chicken, I remember that afternoon at Hacienda Tuko.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Adventure activities at Hacienda Tuko

• Meet at hotel lobby or nearby
• Receive orientation at ranch
• Join groups for ziplining, horseback riding, or buggy rides
• Enjoy refreshing fruit bowls and beverages
• Travel back via scenic mountainous roads
• Eat homestyle Dominican meal

Top questions

Is hotel pickup included for this Punta Cana zipline tour?

Yes, hotel pickup is included from most Punta Cana locations or nearby meeting points.

How many ziplines are there at Hacienda Tuko?

There are eight carbon-fiber zip lines at Hacienda Tuko Adventure Park.

What kind of food is served for lunch?

The lunch includes traditional Dominican dishes like rice, beans or peas, fried chicken or pork chops, pot roast, and fresh green salad cooked in a wood-fired kitchen.

Are drinks provided during the tour?

Bottled water and refreshing fruit bowls are included after activities.

Is this adventure suitable for beginners?

Yes, it’s suitable for all fitness levels but not recommended for pregnant travelers or those with spinal or heart issues.

Can you do all activities in one day?

Yes, ziplining, buggy rides, and horseback riding are all included in this single-day experience.

How long does the whole experience last?

The tour lasts most of the day including transfers to and from your hotel.

Are guides local to Punta Cana?

Yes, local guides lead each activity at Hacienda Tuko Adventure Park.

What’s included

Your day includes pickup from your hotel or meeting point in Punta Cana, all entry fees at Hacienda Tuko Adventure Park for ziplining, buggy rides and horseback riding with local guides throughout; bottled water plus fresh fruit bowls; and a homestyle Dominican lunch prepared over a wood fire before you return via scenic mountain roads in the afternoon.