Things to do in Dominican Republic
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Snorkeling in Puerto Plata: Catamaran with two reef stopsA catamaran snorkeling trip from Puerto Plata takes you to two reef sites off Sosua Beach with snorkel gear and vest provided, followed by sailing and an onboard lunch with unlimited drinks. Hotel pickup is included from Puerto Plata or Cabarete, and the crew speaks English, Spanish or French.Is it for me?Pick this shared catamaran if you want a full day on the water with meals and drinks included, or choose a private charter if your group prefers not to share the boat with other travelers.
Punta Cana Hip-Hop Party Boat: Open bar, snorkeling, dolphinsA five-hour adults-only party boat cruise departing Punta Cana at 3 PM, with live DJ hip-hop, unlimited open bar, snorkeling in the Caribbean, dolphin viewing, and a final stop at a shallow sand bar for dancing and swimming. Hotel pickup is included; the crew provides snorkeling gear, appetizers, and a dedicated host. Minimum age 18.Is it for me?The five-hour window—pickup at 1:30 PM, return by 6 PM—leaves your morning and evening free, so you can fit this into a day with other plans. The adults-only setting and the catamaran size mean the party stays high-energy without feeling crowded, which is what makes the sand bar finale work.
Dominican Ranch Horseback Tour & Cattle Drive with Beach RideYou’ll ride Paso Higueyano horses through real Dominican farmland, help herd cattle with local guides, sample fresh tropical fruits straight from the trees, and share a ranch lunch before heading back. It’s muddy boots and laughter—not just scenery—that you’ll remember.
Santo Domingo Walking Tour: Local Neighborhoods & Hidden SpotsA 4-hour walking tour of Santo Domingo's neighborhoods led by local guides who grew up there, with stops at a colmado, baseball field, dembow recording studio, and rides on the metro and cable car. Includes Dominican coffee, helado de fundita ice cream, authentic breakfast and bottled water; guides speak English and Spanish.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to walk where locals live and eat what they eat, not the colonial zone version of Santo Domingo. Small groups and a guide born in these neighborhoods mean you're getting the real story, not the rehearsed one.
Damajagua Waterfalls: 12 Falls, Jumps & Natural Slides from CabareteYou get picked up from your hotel, driven into the Dominican rainforest, and guided through 12 waterfalls where you jump, swim, and slide down natural chutes under professional supervision. Lunch and all drinks are included. The whole experience takes about half a day, leaving your evening free.Is it for me?This works well if you're based in or near Cabarete and want a half-day adventure that doesn't require arranging your own transport or figuring out which waterfalls to visit — the guide handles the route, the safety, and the pacing, which is what lets you focus on the jumps and the water.
Punta Cana: ATV & Buggy Tour Macao Beach, Water Cave, TastingsYou’ll race through Punta Cana’s muddy trails by ATV or buggy with a local guide, tasting fresh Dominican coffee and cacao along the way. Cool off swimming in a crystal-clear cave before ending up on Macao Beach’s soft sand—just enough wildness mixed with calm moments to stick in your memory.
Punta Cana: Buggy Adventure, Water Cave Swim & Macao BeachYou’ll drive your own buggy through Punta Cana’s rugged countryside, splash into Macao Beach’s waves, sip strong Dominican coffee at a local farm, and dive into a crystal-clear water cave—all with a local guide and round-trip pickup included. Expect muddy trails, laughter, new flavors, and maybe a little sand stuck between your toes by the end.
Puerto Plata: ATV or Buggy Tour with Beach & CountrysideYou’ll drive your own ATV or buggy through Dominican countryside trails near Puerto Plata, meet locals in small villages (and maybe taste fresh bread), then relax on a private beach with time to swim or try watersports before heading back—with hotel pickup included.
Punta Cana Airport to Hotel: Private VIP TransferYou get picked up at arrivals with a sign bearing your name, driven directly to your Punta Cana or Bavaro hotel in a private air-conditioned car stocked with water and soft drinks, with parking and all fees included. The driver waits for you, not the other way around, and the price is locked in before you land.Is it for me?Right for travelers landing at Punta Cana without a rental car who want to skip the taxi line and arrive at their hotel without negotiation or delay. The drive from the airport to most Punta Cana and Bavaro hotels runs 20 to 30 minutes, and the fixed price means you know the cost before you step off the plane.
Punta Cana: Group Surf Lessons at Macao Beach for BeginnersYou get hotel pickup, a 15-minute sand lesson on technique and safety, then time in the water with an instructor who watches your group of two or three. The lesson splits into two sessions with a water and fruit break in between. Surfboard, rash guard, and return transport are included. Plan for a morning or afternoon session depending on what your hotel books.Is it for me?A good fit if you want to learn surfing without arranging your own transport or equipment, and you're comfortable learning alongside one or two other people instead of alone. The shared instructor means real feedback, and the sand lesson first takes the guesswork out of how to actually stand up.
Punta Cana: ATV & Buggy Tour with Blue Water Cave & Macao BeachYou ride an ATV through Punta Cana's inland countryside, stop at a local house to taste coffee, chocolate, and rum, swim in the natural Blue Water Cave, and finish at Macao Beach before returning to your hotel. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, so you don't arrange transport yourself.Is it for me?Book this if you want to ride inland and see a side of Punta Cana beyond the resorts without arranging your own transport or figuring out where to go — the fixed route and hotel pickup handle both.
Punta Cana Airport Transfer: Private Van to Bavaro HotelsYou text your arrival details, meet your named driver at the terminal bar, and ride in a private air-conditioned van to your Bavaro hotel with no surprise charges. Return transfers work the same way — confirm pickup the day before, and the driver arrives on time. Wi-Fi and infant seats are included.Is it for me?Right for travelers landing in Punta Cana without a rental car who want to skip the taxi stand and arrive at their hotel on a set schedule. The coordination happens by text, which means you're not tied to a phone call or an app you don't have.
Punta Cana Airport Transfer: Private Pickup & Air-Conditioned RideYou’ll be met right at arrivals by a local driver holding your name sign—no confusion or crowds. Relax in an air-conditioned car from Punta Cana Airport to Bavaro or La Romana, with friendly conversation (or quiet if you want). Includes flexible pickup and drop-off options so you can focus on starting your trip instead of stressing about transport.
Puerto Plata: Mount Isabel Cable Car, Rum & Chocolate TastingYou’ll ride Puerto Plata’s cable car up Mount Isabel for sweeping views, stroll colonial streets full of color and music, taste real Dominican rum and chocolate with local guides, and share lunch like family. This day trip leaves you with more than photos—it lingers in your senses long after you’re home.
Puerto Plata: Cable Car, Fort San Felipe & Pink Street TourYou’ll ride the Caribbean’s only cable car up Mount Isabel de Torres for wild views over Puerto Plata, stroll through botanical gardens with your local guide, explore pirate history at Fort San Felipe, snap photos along colorful Pink Street and Umbrella Street, and relax with fresh fruit plus unlimited rum punch before heading back to your cruise ship.
Adult Party Boat Punta Cana: Snorkeling, open bar, sandbarAn adult-only party boat in Punta Cana combines snorkeling at a coral reef with an open bar, live entertainment and a swim stop at a natural pool. The boat picks you up, includes snorkeling gear and snacks, and runs 3.5 hours with a guide in English, Spanish or French. Alcoholic beverages are served to guests 18 and over only.Is it for me?This boat is built for adults 18 and over who want to party, swim and snorkel without managing the logistics themselves—pickup is handled, the bar runs the whole time, and the guide keeps the energy up. If you're traveling solo or with friends and have a free afternoon, this is a shared boat where the group size and the adult-only rule mean everyone's there for the same reason.
Punta Cana Airport Transfer: Child Safety Seats & GPS TrackingYou’ll step off your flight in Punta Cana to find your name on a sign and a local driver ready to help with luggage and smiles. Relax in an air-conditioned van with GPS tracking and industry-leading child safety seats—Britax or Maxi-Cosi—while you watch palm trees roll by on your way to your hotel. There’s comfort in every detail here; it’s simple but somehow memorable.
Punta Cana: Buggy Ride, Boat Cruise & Dominican Lunch Day TourYou’ll drive your own buggy through Punta Cana’s countryside with a local guide, swim in a crystal-clear water cave, relax on Macao Beach and enjoy real Dominican food before cruising turquoise waters by boat—with music and drinks included. This day trip lets you taste, see and feel more than just the usual tour stops—it sticks with you.
El Tabernáculo Waterfall Hike Dominican Republic & LunchYou hike upstream through a river for four to five hours, swimming and climbing past smaller waterfalls to reach El Tabernáculo, a thundering waterfall at the end. Life jacket and guide included; no swimming skill required. After changing in the vehicle, you eat Dominican lunch in town before the two-hour drive back to Santo Domingo by early afternoon.Is it for me?Book this if you're comfortable with a strenuous day in the water and want to reach a real waterfall without a short, crowded trail — the four-hour hike upstream is what keeps crowds out and the waterfall loud.
Juan Dolio: Monkeyland Safari & Dominican Lunch Day TripYou’ll start your day sipping fresh Dominican coffee at a countryside home near Juan Dolio, then wander through lush gardens before meeting playful squirrel monkeys at Monkeyland. Feed them by hand, laugh with your guide and fellow travelers, and end with a homemade Dominican lunch—the kind that makes you want to linger just a little longer.
