Things to do in Punta Cana
Catamaran Punta Cana48 optionsPunta Cana Airport Transfer79 optionsSnorkeling in Punta Cana48 optionsATV Punta Cana37 optionsScuba Doo Punta Cana22 optionsPunta Cana City Tour21 optionsZipline Punta Cana24 optionsBoat Trips Punta Cana64 optionsHorseback Riding Punta Cana25 optionsPunta Cana Day Trips8 optionsWhale Watching Punta Cana7 optionsPunta Cana Fishing Trips5 options
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Punta Cana Airport to Dreams Royal Beach: Private TransferYou get a named driver waiting at Punta Cana Airport with a sign bearing your name, direct SMS coordination the day before, and a straight route to Dreams Royal Beach with no stops or detours. The vehicle is air-conditioned and the price is fixed before you arrive, which removes the negotiation and the guesswork from getting to your resort.Is it for me?Book this if you want to skip the taxi negotiation at the airport and arrive at Dreams Royal Beach without arranging transport yourself—the fixed price and named driver mean you know exactly what to expect and when.
Santo Domingo Tour: Colonial Zone & Three Eyes from Punta CanaA guided day tour from Punta Cana to Santo Domingo and Three Eyes National Park, departing early and returning the same day, with private transportation, lunch, and entry to the Colonial Zone attractions. The tour includes a 45-minute guided walk through Taino caves at Three Eyes, a stop on the Malecón boardwalk, and a full afternoon in the Colonial Zone visiting Calle Las Damas, Columbus Park, the Alcázar de Colón palace, and the National Pantheon. Your guide, certified by the Ministry of Tourism, speaks English or Spanish and explains the city's founding and colonial history at each stop.Is it for me?This is a private tour, so your guide and driver work only for your group, which means the pace and stops can adjust to your interests within the day's framework. Choose it if you want the history of the Colonial Zone explained in detail by someone who knows the city, and if you prefer not to navigate Santo Domingo or arrange entry to each site yourself.
Punta Cana Airport Transfer: Private Ride & Local DriverYou’ll skip taxi lines at Punta Cana Airport and spot your name on a sign held by your local driver. Enjoy cool air-conditioned comfort straight to Barcelo Bavaro Beach with no stops or hassle. On your return trip, get picked up right at your hotel lobby—just easy rides both ways, plus those little moments that make travel feel personal.
Ziplining in Punta Cana: 8 Carbon Fiber LinesZiplining in Punta Cana on 8 carbon fiber lines with a suspension bridge, reaching up to 60 feet above the mountain countryside. The activity runs 2.5 hours and includes a fruit bowl and bottled water; a live guide speaks English, Spanish or French. Pickup is included with most options, and children from age 5 can join.Is it for me?Book this if you want pickup included and the option to combine ziplines with horseback riding or jungle buggies in one outing.
Punta Cana Airport to Uvero Alto: Private Shuttle, Flight TrackingYou get picked up at Punta Cana airport with your name on a sign, tracked flight updates so the driver adjusts to delays, and a direct ride to Ocean El Faro Resort in Uvero Alto. On departure, you're collected from the hotel lobby 3.5 hours before your flight. The price is set in advance, the vehicle holds up to six passengers, and you avoid the taxi negotiation entirely.Is it for me?Book this if you want to skip the airport taxi line and arrive at your resort without negotiating a price — the fixed cost and flight tracking mean you land, walk out, and your ride is already there waiting.
Dominican Republic Buggy Tour & Cave Swim Half-DayGet ready to drive your own dune buggy through Dominican villages, taste homemade cocoa at a local house, swim in a crystal-clear cave, and relax on Macao Beach. This half-day adventure mixes real countryside life with wild off-road fun—perfect if you want more than just another beach day.
Punta Cana Airport Transfer: Private Shuttle 1-6 PassengersYou get picked up at Punta Cana International with your name on a sign, driven directly to your hotel with no stops or waiting, and the price is locked in before you arrive. The transfer handles luggage, infants in car seats, and groups up to six. Just confirm your flight details when you book, and the driver tracks your arrival time.Is it for me?Right choice if you land in Punta Cana without a rental car and want to skip the taxi negotiation entirely. The driver waits at arrivals and the price is fixed in advance, which is what turns an airport arrival into a straightforward handoff instead of a transaction.
Punta Cana Airport - Hotel: Private transfer with Wi-FiYou’ll step off your flight in Punta Cana and be met by a local driver holding your name sign—no searching or guessing where to go next. With private transfer straight to your hotel, onboard Wi-Fi for quick updates home, and thoughtful touches like baby seats on request, you’ll start your trip feeling cared for and already a little bit relaxed—the kind of welcome you’ll remember long after you unpack.
Punta Cana: Zipline, Dune Buggy & Horseback with Local LunchYou’ll feel adrenaline on carbon zip lines high above Punta Cana’s forests, splash through muddy trails in a dune buggy with locals waving you on, then slow down for horseback riding past cocoa groves before sharing fresh fruit and lunch together — it’s a day that sticks with you long after you’re back home.
Santo Domingo Day Trip from Punta Cana: Colonial Zone & Three EyesYou get picked up from your Punta Cana hotel and spend a full day in Santo Domingo without arranging transport or navigation yourself. The tour includes Three Eyes caves with a local guide, the Columbus Lighthouse, National Palace, the Colonial Zone's major sites, and a typical Dominican lunch. You walk the oldest streets in the Americas, see the first cathedral built here, and end with time to shop or just sit on the Malecón before returning to your resort.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see the oldest parts of the Caribbean's oldest European city without spending a day arranging transport, entry fees, and timing—the pickup and fixed schedule handle all three, leaving you to focus on the history itself.
Punta Cana Airport to La Romana Port TransferYou get picked up at Punta Cana airport and driven straight to La Romana cruise port with tolls and taxes included in the price. No surprises, no negotiation, and a driver who knows the timing. Ideal if your cruise departure is the same day you land.Is it for me?Right for cruise passengers landing at Punta Cana the same day they board at La Romana: the fixed price and professional driver remove the airport-to-port scramble, and tolls are already paid so you step out ready to board.
Punta Cana Airport to Bavaro: Private Transfer with Driver MeetYou get picked up at Punta Cana Airport with a driver holding your name, taken directly to your Bavaro hotel without negotiating a fare, and the whole thing is confirmed the day before so there are no surprises when you arrive tired. Luggage, infants seats, and all fitness levels are handled.Is it for me?Right for travelers landing in Punta Cana who want to skip the taxi negotiation and arrive at their Bavaro hotel without stress. The fixed price and pre-arranged pickup mean you know exactly what to expect when you walk out of arrivals.
7-in-1 Adventure in Punta Cana: Zipline, Horseback Ride & BuggyA full-day activity at La Hacienda Park in the Anamuya mountains near Punta Cana combines ziplining over jungle canopy, off-road buggy trails, horseback riding, a panoramic chairlift, and a cultural stop at a traditional Dominican house with coffee and cacao tastings. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, and lunch is served at the park. Children from age 6 are welcome; a guide speaks English, Spanish, Italian, French and one additional language.Is it for me?The hotel pickup means you don't need a rental car or a taxi to reach the Anamuya mountains—the guide collects you and handles the route, so the whole day unfolds without you navigating or waiting for transport. All seven activities happen in one place, which is what makes an 8-hour day feel complete instead of rushed.
Punta Cana: Guided Souvenir Shopping & Local Artisan MarketsYou get picked up at your hotel, guided through Punta Cana's souvenir shops and local markets with an expert who translates and advises, and dropped back at your hotel with time to spare. The guide handles the logistics and language; you focus on finding pieces you actually want to keep.Is it for me?Right for travelers who want authentic souvenirs without spending hours figuring out where to find them or how to navigate local markets alone. The guide and transportation handle the logistics, leaving you free to shop and ask questions.
Punta Cana: Buggy & Polaris tour with Macao beach stopYou’ll drive your own buggy or Polaris through Punta Cana’s wild trails and remote villages, stopping for a swim in a hidden cave and time on Macao beach. Taste fresh Dominican coffee and cocoa at a local plantation with your guide leading the way. Expect laughter, muddy clothes, and moments you’ll remember long after you’re home.
Private Suburban/Cadillac Transfer Punta Cana to Uvero AltoYou’ll get picked up right at the airport with your name on a sign—no stress or waiting. Enjoy a private SUV ride straight to your hotel in Uvero Alto with WiFi onboard and friendly local drivers who know all the shortcuts.
Saona Island Tour: Speedboat & Catamaran RideA full-day tour from Juan Dolio to Saona Island, Dominican Republic, with fast speedboat transport one way and a leisurely catamaran return that includes music and an open bar. The day centers on swimming in a natural pool 200 to 300 meters offshore—knee to waist-deep water where you wade 800 meters across white sand and coral terrace—plus a buffet lunch on the island and free time to relax on the beach. A professional guide leads the group in your choice of five languages, and hotel pickup is included.Is it for me?The eight-hour day includes a wade across shallow sand to reach the natural pool, which is the main physical activity—manageable for most swimmers, but worth noting if you prefer to stay on the beach. The catamaran return is unhurried, so you are not rushed off the island if you want to linger in the water or rest after lunch.
Ziplining in Punta Cana: Seven lines over rainforestZiplining in Punta Cana combines seven zip lines over rainforest with a buggy ride through Macao's rural tracks, all guided and lasting about 5 hours. You start with an off-road buggy journey past mud, tropical scenery and a traditional Dominican house where you taste local coffee and cocoa, then move to the zip-line circuit where dual cables and an automatic fall arrest system protect you on every descent. Pickup is included; the guide speaks English, Spanish, Italian and French.Is it for me?Book this if you're comfortable with speed, heights and mud, and want both the adrenaline of zip-lining and the off-road exploration in a single outing—the buggy ride preps you for the rainforest canopy, and the safety systems let you focus on the ride instead of the risk.
Zipline, horseback riding & buggy in Punta Cana: 3 activitiesZipline, horseback riding and buggy tour in Punta Cana combines eight carbon-fiber ziplines with a hanging bridge, a horseback ride through scenic trails, and an off-road buggy tour with a river swim. The day includes round-trip transportation from your hotel, a traditional Dominican buffet lunch, tastings of coffee, cacao and mamajuana, a tobacco presentation, and 30 minutes free time at Macau Beach. A guide in English, Spanish or French leads all activities with certified safety equipment.Is it for me?Hotel pickup and return mean you skip arranging transport or finding the park on your own—the day starts at your door and ends there, which matters if you're staying in Punta Cana without a rental car or if coordinating three separate activities feels like too much planning.
Samana Bay: Whale watching tour with El Limón waterfallYou’ll listen for whale songs in Samana Bay, spot playful tails up close, walk barefoot on Cayo Levantado’s soft sand, and ride horseback through Dominican countryside to reach El Limón waterfall. With a local guide sharing stories along the way and lunch included at a ranch, it’s a day full of real moments you’ll remember long after heading home.
