Things to do in Dominican Republic
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Snorkeling in Punta Cana: Catamaran, Parasailing & DivingThis half-day catamaran activity in Punta Cana combines snorkeling, hookah diving and parasailing with hotel pickup and drop-off. You get snorkeling gear, parasailing equipment and hookah diving gear, plus unlimited drinks and a live guide who speaks English or French. The coast near Bavaro is where all three happen—you choose which activity to lead with and how long to spend on each one.Is it for me?The guide speaks English or French, so you follow the commentary in whichever language your group uses—this works for mixed groups or solo travelers joining an English or French departure. The open bar and party atmosphere mean this is built for people who want the social energy of a boat full of other travelers, not a quiet or private experience.
Punta Cana: VIP Party Cruise with Snorkeling & Double SlideYou’ll board a lively catamaran in Punta Cana for snorkeling among colorful reef fish before relaxing with cocktails and snacks in a natural Caribbean pool. With hotel pickup included and local guides leading the way, expect laughter, music, and sun-soaked moments you’ll probably remember long after your tan fades.
Punta Cana - Bávaro: Private Airport Transfers with Drinks & WiFiYou’ll step off your flight in Punta Cana and spot your name waiting—no wandering or stress—then ride to Bávaro with cold drinks, music if you want it, air conditioning, and a local driver who knows every shortcut. Pickup for your return is just as smooth. It’s not fancy—it’s just easy, which might be exactly what you need.
Punta Cana: Buggy & ATV Tour, Macao Beach & Cave LakeYou drive your own buggy through Dominican villages to Macao Beach for a swim, then visit a working ranch growing cocoa and coffee before descending into a cave with a freshwater lake. A professional guide leads the route, handles the shared transfer from your hotel, and includes cigar sampling (except Sundays). The whole experience runs 4 to 6 hours, and you're back before late afternoon.Is it for me?Right for travelers staying in Punta Cana who want to drive their own vehicle and see both beach and inland attractions in one morning or afternoon. The 4–6 hour duration and shared transfer mean you're not arranging your own transport or timing multiple stops — the guide handles the route and gets you back before the day is gone.
Punta Cana Airport to Bávaro Transfer: Meet-and-greet at arrivalsYou're met at Punta Cana airport arrivals by a driver holding your name, then driven in a private air-conditioned vehicle to your Bavaro or Punta Cana hotel. The return transfer is scheduled around your departure time. WiFi is included, and the fare is fixed before you arrive, so the transfer is one less thing to arrange once you land.Is it for me?Book this if you want to skip the taxi negotiation at the curb and arrive at your hotel without arranging transport yourself — the driver meets you by name and the fare is locked in before you land, which is what makes the transfer predictable instead of stressful.
Sunset beach horseback riding Punta Cana: Gallop the shorelineA three-hour horseback ride along the beaches of Punta Cana takes you through coconut palms and coastal vegetation to the mouth of the Maimon river, where the water meets the ocean. Your guide explains the landscape as you ride, and you choose your own pace — walk, trot or gallop — with time for photos, video and refreshment stops along the way. Private transport picks you up and brings you back, and the guide speaks English, Spanish, French or German.Is it for me?You ride the horse yourself at whatever pace you choose — walk, trot or gallop — which means the three hours are yours to shape, not a fixed itinerary someone else sets. This suits anyone who wants to move through the landscape on their own terms, with a guide there to explain what you're seeing and keep you safe, not to dictate the rhythm.
Higüey Cultural Safari: Basilica, Local Homes & Macao BeachYou’ll join a small group for a half-day cultural safari from Punta Cana—exploring the Basilica of Higüey’s quiet beauty, wandering lively city streets and markets, sharing coffee with locals in Anamuya’s countryside, then unwinding at Macao Beach before heading home. Expect warmth (from both people and weather), honest flavors, and moments you’ll want to hold onto long after you leave.Is it for me?Book this for a morning or afternoon when you want to step outside the resort and see how Dominicans actually live—the small-group format and local guide are what make the stops feel like genuine connection instead of a quick drive-by.
Punta Cana Hip Hop Boat Party: Open Bar & Sand BarYou board at your hotel, get picked up and driven to the pier, then spend the day on a hip hop boat with a live DJ, unlimited drinks, and three water stops: a snorkel site, a dolphin-spotting cruise, and a sand bar where you dance in waist-deep water. Hotel return is included, and the whole day is adults only.Is it for me?Book this if you want to party on the water without arranging transport or worrying about drink costs—the pickup, open bar, and fixed schedule mean you show up at your hotel and everything else is handled.
ATV Tour from Puerto Plata Cruise Ports: Jungle Trails & BeachAn ATV adventure from Puerto Plata's Amber Cove or Taino Bay cruise terminals that takes you off the main trails into tropical forest, across jungle streams and down to a beach swim—all within 3 hours so you're back at the ship on time. The tour includes round-trip transport from the port, a guide, helmet, goggles and water bottles. Drivers must be at least 16; passengers can be as young as 6.Is it for me?The guide speaks English and Spanish, so language isn't a barrier. Book this if you're docking at Puerto Plata and have a free afternoon—the 3-hour window is built around cruise schedules, and you'll be back at the port before departure.
Puerto Plata: ATV Off-Road Adventure & Pool ZiplineYou’ll drive your own 300cc ATV through muddy riverbeds and past real Dominican farms near Puerto Plata, guided by locals who know every twist in the trail. Cool off with a wild pool zipline plunge and wander tropical gardens before heading back—with dust on your shoes and probably a grin you can’t shake.
Los Haitises & Yanigua Waterfall: Day Trip with Lunch & SpaYou’ll sail through Los Haitises’ mangroves and caves with a local guide, spot rare birds overhead, then swim at Yanigua Waterfall and try fresh Dominican chocolate. Taste local coffee, relax with a natural clay spa treatment under the falls, and share a hearty lunch before heading home with new stories—and maybe some mud still on your skin.
Dominican Republic: Chillo al Coco Cooking Class & DinnerYou arrive at the Taino Gourmet Cooking Lab, learn to prepare chillo al coco (red snapper with coconut sauce) from a chef who sources the fish fresh that day, cook it yourself with guidance at every step, then sit down to eat what you made with rice and casabe on the side. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, along with all beverages, so you only show up ready to cook.Is it for me?Book this if you want to learn a real Dominican dish you can cook at home, without spending your afternoon figuring out transport or sourcing ingredients—the class handles the logistics and the sourcing, so you just show up and cook.
ATV Riding Puerto Plata: Cigar Factory & Teco BeachAn ATV ride tour from Amber Cove–Taino Bay cruise port that takes you through Puerto Plata countryside, small Dominican villages, and along rivers on private off-road trails. The route includes a cigar factory stop with mamajuana shots and hot chocolate or coffee tasting, then Teco Beach for swimming or photos. A guide speaks English or Spanish, pickup and drop-off happen at the port, and the ride lasts three hours.Is it for me?Book the single-rider option if you want to operate your own ATV and feel in control of the pace; choose double riding if you'd rather have a passenger experience or want to share the cost with someone else. The waterfall add-on extends the ride beyond the beach and factory stops if you have extra time before the ship departs.
Punta Cana: Dune Buggy Ride, Coffee & Macao Beach Day TripYou’ll bounce through Punta Cana’s countryside in a dune buggy, taste fresh Dominican coffee and homemade chocolate on a local farm, cool off in a crystal-clear river cave, and end your day with salty hair at Macao Beach. Expect muddy faces, laughter with your guide, and moments that linger long after you’ve rinsed off the sand.
Punta Cana: Buggy, Horse & Zipline with Macao BeachYou drive buggies through jungle trails and river crossings, ride horses through rural paths, then zipline between trees with canopy views. A traditional Dominican lunch by the river and time at Macao Beach round out the day. Hotel pickup, guides in three languages, and an open bar are included; plan on getting muddy in the first few hours.Is it for me?Book this if you want to pack three different kinds of adventure into one day without arranging transport, equipment rentals, or a guide separately — the fixed itinerary and included pickup mean you show up and the day unfolds on schedule.
ATV & Party Boat Snorkeling in Dominican RepublicA full-day tour in the Dominican Republic combining ATV riding through the countryside with a party boat catamaran that includes snorkeling on a coral reef, swimming in a natural pool, and unlimited drinks. The day starts with a guide-led ATV ride to a freshwater cave, coffee and chocolate tasting, and Macao Beach, then shifts to the boat for snorkeling, a float bar in shallow water, and live music. Round-trip transfers from select hotels, villas and Airbnbs are included; you choose between riding solo or sharing an ATV.Is it for me?Choose the single-rider ATV option if you want to control your own machine and move at your own pace through the countryside; pick the two-rider option if you'd rather share the cost and the driving with a travel companion. Either way, the fixed itinerary and included transport mean the day holds together without you planning stops or managing logistics between the ATV portion and the boat.
Samana: Horseback Beach Ride & Countryside from Las TerrenasYou’ll ride gentle horses from Las Terrenas through Samana’s countryside, passing cocoa trees and waving kids before reaching wild Alleman Beach. With local guides leading at walking pace, you’ll get time to breathe in the sea air and maybe laugh at your own nerves. Includes round-trip transport, helmet, and drinks — just bring long pants and let yourself enjoy it.
Punta Cana Hip-Hop Party Boat: Open Bar & Live DJYou get hotel pickup, a boat ride with live DJ sets in Hip-Hop and Afro Beats, unlimited drinks from the open bar, snorkeling in clear water, and a sand bar dance party in waist-deep Caribbean water. Snorkeling gear and tropical fruit are included. The boat returns you to your hotel after four-plus hours of non-stop music and movement.Is it for me?Book this if you want a full day of Caribbean music and water without arranging transport, buying drinks separately, or figuring out where to go—the boat, the DJ, the bar, and the stops are all one package.
Saona Island Small Group Tour: Local Village, Turtle Nursery & Natural PoolYou’ll travel by speedboat from La Romana port to Saona Island with a local guide, stopping first among wild mangroves before visiting Mano Juan village and its turtle nursery project. Enjoy Dominican lunch right on the sand, relax at Canto de la Playa’s quiet beach, then swim in a natural pool surrounded by starfish — all with pickup included.
Punta Cana: Buggy Tour, Cave Swim & Macao Beach TastingYou’ll drive your own buggy through Punta Cana’s wild trails, taste fresh organic coffee and chocolate at a local farm, swim in a crystal-clear cave river, then end up relaxing at Macao Beach with time to swim or just watch local life unfold around you. Expect muddy fun, real flavors, and moments that stick with you long after you’ve rinsed off the sand.
