Things to do in Dominican Republic
Catamaran Punta Cana48 optionsPunta Cana Airport Transfer79 optionsSnorkeling in Punta Cana48 optionsSaona Island Tours19 optionsATV Punta Cana37 optionsScuba Doo Punta Cana22 optionsPunta Cana City Tour21 optionsZipline Punta Cana24 optionsBoat Trips Punta Cana64 optionsHorseback Riding Punta Cana25 optionsZiplining8 optionsPunta Cana Day Trips8 options
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La Romana: Monkeyland Tour & Plantation Safari with PickupYou’ll feed squirrel monkeys right from your hands at Monkeyland near La Romana, then visit a local Dominican home where you’ll taste fresh coffee and learn about daily life. Expect laughter (especially with the monkeys), warm welcomes from locals, and real glimpses into rural culture—all with hotel pickup included.
Punta Cana: Hip-Hop Party Boat with Snorkeling & Open BarYou’ll dive into clear Caribbean waters near Punta Cana for guided snorkeling over bright reefs, then return to a party boat pulsing with hip-hop beats and unlimited drinks. Dance with strangers-turned-friends, spot dolphins from the deck, snack on fresh fruit and cheese—all with a local guide making sure you’re taken care of. It’s loud, messy fun that sticks with you long after you rinse off the salt.
Horseback Riding at Macao Beach, Dominican RepublicHorseback riding at Macao Beach in the Dominican Republic pairs you with a professional guide for three hours of riding along soft white sand in the northern Bávaro region. Pickup and drop-off are included, a bottle of water comes with you, and the guide speaks English, Spanish, French or German. Children from age 6 are welcome; the ride suits all fitness levels.Is it for me?Three hours in the saddle leaves the rest of your day open for the beach, a meal, or the town. If you want a morning activity that doesn't eat the whole day, this one fits the rhythm.
Punta Cana Airport Transfer: Private SUV & Minivan, WiFi, Local DriversYou’ll step off the plane into warm air and be greeted by a local driver who actually seems happy you’re here. Enjoy private transportation in Punta Cana with a comfy SUV or minivan, onboard WiFi, and real tips from someone who knows every shortcut—and probably every good snack spot too.
Punta Cana Airport to Hotel: Private Transfer with Driver MeetYou get picked up at Punta Cana arrivals by a named driver, travel in a private vehicle with your luggage handled, and arrive at your hotel with the fare already settled. No negotiation, no shared rides, no surprises — just a straightforward transfer that removes the airport-to-hotel friction from day one.Is it for me?Right for travelers landing at Punta Cana without a rental car or the patience for a taxi negotiation. The drive is 30–50 minutes depending on your hotel location, and that's exactly the time the driver needs to get you there safely and on schedule.
Punta Cana Airport - Hotel: Private VIP Transfer & WiFiYou’ll step off your flight in Punta Cana and spot your name on a sign—no stress, just cool air and a friendly face. Enjoy free WiFi and cold water as your professional driver takes you straight to your hotel. With flexible pickup times both ways and real attention to details, you’ll feel looked after from start to finish.
Zip Line and Horseback Ride: North Coast 7-Cable AdventureZip line and horseback ride combined on the North Coast: clip into 7 dynamic cables that span canopy treetops, cross a river and tropical jungle, then saddle up for a western-style ride through rolling terrain and across a stream. The activity runs about 4 hours, includes helmet and equipment for both, plus organic fruits and soft drinks; a guide leads in English, Spanish, Italian or French, and no prior riding experience is needed. Pickup is included from your hotel.Is it for me?Pick this if you want both zip lining and horseback riding in one outing—the cables are the longest and highest on the North Coast, and the ride crosses uneven terrain and a stream, so you need comfort with heights and moderate fitness for both activities.
Ziplining in Punta Cana: Mountain Views & AdrenalineZiplining in Punta Cana is an activity where you gear up and glide across a series of mountain runs, descending over valleys and forests with professional guides stationed at each platform. The experience lasts around 3.8 hours, includes a safety briefing, bottled water, and hotel pickup; guides speak English, Spanish and French, and children from age 5 are welcome.Is it for me?This is a shared small-group activity where you operate the zipline yourself, so it suits anyone who wants to feel the adrenaline and control of the ride rather than watch it happen. The fixed schedule and included pickup work well if you're staying in Punta Cana and have a free afternoon but no rental car.
Punta Cana Airport Transfer: Private Car, Meet & Greet, Bottled WaterYou’ll step into Punta Cana’s warmth and spot your name waiting—no crowds, no confusion. A local driver helps with bags (even the heavy ones) and offers chilled water as you settle into an air-conditioned car for your private transfer to or from your hotel. It’s quiet, comfortable, and feels like someone’s looking out for you right from the start.
Santo Domingo tour: Los Tres Ojos, 2 beaches & lunchThis eight-hour Santo Domingo tour combines a guided cave exploration at Los Tres Ojos with beach time at La Caleta and Boca Chica, plus a typical Dominican lunch served on the beach. Hotel pickup is included, and the guide speaks English and Spanish. The tour returns to Zona Colonial by 4 PM, and you'll spend two hours at Boca Chica to swim, relax or try water sports on your own.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to see Santo Domingo's most famous natural attraction and end the day on a beach with food and swimming time built in—the fixed schedule and included lunch mean you're not hunting for a restaurant or figuring out how to get between stops.
Punta Cana - Uvero Alto Hotels: Private Transfer & Free WiFiYou’ll step off your flight into a private van with WiFi, greeted by a local driver who makes you feel instantly welcome on your way from Punta Cana Airport to your Uvero Alto hotel. Watch palms flicker past your window, message home if you want, and settle in knowing everything’s handled—even infant seats if you need them.
Punta Cana: Buggy tour with Macao Beach & lagoon caveYou’ll drive your own buggy through Punta Cana’s backroads with a local guide, splash into Macao Beach for a swim, taste fresh Dominican coffee at a family farm, and cool off in an underground lagoon cave. Expect muddy fun, real conversations with locals, and moments you’ll remember long after your shoes are clean again.
Punta Cana to Bayahibe Transfer: WiFi & Flight TrackingYou get picked up at the airport with your name on a sign, tracked flight updates, and a fixed price to your La Romana hotel. WiFi and air conditioning are standard. Return transport is coordinated by phone at a time you choose. No surprises, no negotiation, no waiting for a ride to materialize.Is it for me?Worth booking if you land at Punta Cana and want to skip the taxi negotiation — the driver waits with your name, the price is fixed, and the car is already cool. The drive to La Romana or Bayahibe is handled without you arranging anything else.
PUJ to Punta Cana Airport Transfer: Private Car & WiFiYou're met at the airport terminal by name, travel in a modern AC vehicle with water and WiFi, and arrive at your Punta Cana hotel without arranging anything else. The driver tracks your flight in real time, so delays don't create confusion — the pickup adjusts automatically. Depending on your hotel location, the drive takes 15 to 45 minutes.Is it for me?Choose this if you land tired and want to skip the taxi queue, the negotiation at the curb, and the stress of finding your way in a new country — the fixed price and the driver waiting at arrivals mean your transfer is already decided before you touch down.
Punta Cana Airport Transfer: Private Round-Trip & Hotel PickupYou arrive at the airport and walk straight to your driver, who's holding your name. The air-conditioned vehicle takes you to your hotel in 20–40 minutes if you're in Punta Cana, longer if you're headed to La Romana or Santo Domingo. On the way home, pickup happens from your hotel lobby at a time you've already confirmed. Infants can use specialized seats, and the service is customizable if you need adjustments.Is it for me?Book this if you're arriving tired and don't want to negotiate transport at the curb or hunt for a taxi — the driver and vehicle are already arranged, and the price is fixed before you land.
PADI Open Water Diver Course in La Romana: 3-Day CertificationThe PADI Open Water Diver course in La Romana is a 3-day scuba certification class combining pool training, skills practice, and four open water dives in the ocean. You'll learn breathing, buoyancy control, hand signals, and emergency procedures from a live instructor before diving on your own. Hotel pickup and drop-off from Bayahibe resorts, all equipment, and the certification fee are included.Is it for me?Your free weekend becomes your diving certification—complete the course in 3 days and dive independently by day four with a professional instructor guiding every step.
ATV Riding in Dominica: Quad Adventure from Amber CoveATV quad riding activity departing from Amber Cove port in Dominica, where you ride your own quad through village roads, farmland and beach for five hours, with port pickup and return, professional guides, helmet, lunch and local beverages included. Minimum age to drive is 16; passengers from age 5 can ride along. Single or double occupancy options available.Is it for me?Book this if you want to drive the quad yourself through back-country dirt roads and beach rather than ride as a passenger.
Santo Domingo: Colonial Zone & Three Eyes Caves Full-Day TourYou ride an electric scooter through Santo Domingo's colonial landmarks—the Alcázar de Colón, Ozama Fort, and the oldest cathedral in the Americas—then descend into Three Eyes Caves to see underground lagoons. The tour includes the Columbus Lighthouse, a full Dominican lunch, and water throughout. Total time is around 5 to 5.5 hours, or 8.5 hours if you're traveling from Punta Cana.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Santo Domingo's main colonial landmarks and caves in one day without arranging your own transport or timing—the scooter and fixed stops keep the pace steady and the route covers the city's oldest sights without backtracking.
Puerto Plata Snorkeling: Private Catamaran with BBQ & Open BarA private catamaran snorkeling cruise from Puerto Plata designed for cruise passengers, with exclusive use of the boat, a dedicated crew, and a back-to-ship-on-time guarantee. You snorkel Sosúa Reef, enjoy a light Dominican BBQ lunch and unlimited drinks on deck, and return via included transport from your hotel or cruise port. The boat size you choose at checkout determines your group's privacy and pace.Is it for me?Choose your boat size at checkout based on your group—smaller boats move more nimbly and feel more intimate, while larger ones spread the cost across more people and still keep the crew, the snorkeling, and the food the same. The private catamaran means no strangers on board and no waiting for other groups to finish their snorkeling or their lunch.
Catamaran Party Cruise from Sosua Beach: Snorkeling & BBQA 3-hour catamaran party cruise departing from Sosua Beach near Puerto Plata includes hotel pickup, snorkeling at two reef sites, onboard BBQ with chicken and sausages, drinks and music. The crew boards you at Sosua and guides the snorkeling stops; live guides speak English and Spanish. Children from age 2 are welcome.Is it for me?Pick this if you're staying in Puerto Plata and want hotel pickup included—the catamaran departs from Sosua Beach, so you skip the transfer logistics and go straight from your accommodation to the boat.
