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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Samaná: El Limón Waterfall & Bacardi Island Full Day from Punta CanaYou get picked up from your Punta Cana hotel and spend the day moving between Samaná Bay, Bacardi Island's beach, and El Limón Waterfall's natural pool, with a professional guide narrating the route and the landscape. Transport, lunch, and guide commentary are all handled, so you show up with a swimsuit and leave with salt in your hair and a full camera roll.Is it for me?Right for travelers based in Punta Cana who want to see Samaná's main attractions without arranging their own transport or timing between stops. The full day means you're out from morning into early evening, which is what lets you fit three water stops and a mountain drive into one trip.
Tesla Airport Transfer SDQ to Santo Domingo | Private RideIf you want a smooth start or finish to your trip in Santo Domingo, this private Tesla transfer is hard to beat. It’s quick, comfy, and eco-friendly—with thoughtful touches like bottled water and WiFi that make travel days less stressful.
Dominican Republic Safari Tour: Higüey, Market & Macao BeachA guided safari tour of the Dominican Republic that starts at a horse-riding ranch, moves through Higüey's Basilica and a local agricultural market, includes lunch beside the Ana Mulla river at a typical Dominican house, and ends at Macao Beach for swimming. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, and the guide speaks English, Spanish, French, German and one additional language.Is it for me?Book this tour if you have a free afternoon or morning and want to move through working parts of the Dominican interior—farms, markets, factories—rather than stay in a resort zone. The eight-hour length and the truck-based route mean you cover significant ground without switching vehicles or managing your own navigation.
Catalina Island Snorkeling Tour with Lunch & TransportIf you're after a full day of snorkeling at Catalina Island plus good food and real Dominican vibes—this tour nails it. You get reef time, fresh local lunch, drinks on the beach, and even a shot at learning merengue if you're up for it.
Isla Saona Tour: Catamaran, Natural Pool & Buffet LunchA full-day catamaran tour from Bayahibe to Isla Saona with roundtrip hotel transfer, a stop at the natural pool, and a buffet lunch on the island. The tour runs eight hours and includes a local guide in multiple languages, entertainment during the boat ride, and access to the island's beaches and Cotubanamá cave. Children from age one are welcome.Is it for me?Staying in Punta Cana and want the island experience without coordinating boats or transport yourself—pickup, crossing, natural pool, and lunch all arranged so you spend real time on Saona's beaches instead of rushing through an afternoon.
Dominican Republic: Damajagua Falls Zipline & Swimming ComboYou get equipped with a life jacket and helmet, walk 20 minutes through the forest to the waterfalls, then jump, slide and swim through seven pools of crystal-clear water, zipline over the canopy on cables strung between the rocks, and finish with a typical Dominican lunch and drinks at the park restaurant before heading back.Is it for me?Pick this if you want a full waterfall and zipline experience in one outing without arranging transport or equipment—the half-day format and included lunch mean you're not juggling multiple bookings or figuring out where to eat after.
Punta Cana Jet Ski & Zipline: 20-Minute Ride Plus Water ParkJet ski for 20 minutes inside Caribbean Lake Park in Punta Cana, then access a 200-meter zipline, giant inflatable obstacle course and Donut Ride—all in one four-hour outing with safety gear, instruction and round-trip transportation from Punta Cana, Bávaro, Uvero Alto, Cap Cana or Macao. The park keeps everything in one controlled location, so you move between activities without travel time between stops.Is it for me?Book this if you want multiple water activities in one morning without moving between locations—the jet ski, zipline and obstacle course all happen inside the same park, so the four hours stay packed without travel time between them. Add the Aqua Kart or buggy at checkout if you want even more speed.
Dominican Republic Small Group Tour & Chavón River LunchThis is your chance to explore Higuey’s lively market with a local guide, watch cigars being rolled by hand, taste fresh sugar cane in the fields, and enjoy lunch right by the Chavón River before cruising its calm waters. Meet real people and experience everyday Dominican life far from crowded resorts.
Puerto Plata: Playa Dorada Beach Day with Rum Punch & PickupYou get picked up at the port, driven through Puerto Plata's center and along the boardwalk, then dropped at Playa Dorada with a complimentary lounger, rum punch on arrival, and access to the beach bar. Fresh water showers and a guide are included. You return to the ship with time built in.Is it for me?This works if you're docked in Puerto Plata and want a guaranteed beach day without arranging transport or worrying about timing — the fixed schedule and port pickup mean you can relax knowing you'll make it back to the ship on time.
Puerto Plata Private Airport Transfer & Hotel Drop-offPrivate transfer from Puerto Plata airport means no waiting in line or guessing fares—just step outside and meet your local driver. Enjoy AC comfort, door-to-door drop-off at your hotel in Playa Dorada or Costa Dorada, and time to soak in those first Caribbean sights before you even unpack.
Punta Cana Airport Transfer: Private Car & WiFi IncludedYou get picked up at arrivals with a sign bearing your name, driven in a private air-conditioned car with WiFi to your hotel anywhere in the Punta Cana area, and charged a fixed rate agreed before you land. Return transfers to the airport can be arranged the same way, and 24/7 support handles any changes to your flight or plans.Is it for me?Right choice if you land without a rental car and want to reach your hotel without haggling over fares or waiting for a shuttle. The fixed price and advance booking mean ground transport stops being a source of stress, which is what makes the first hours of vacation feel like a vacation.
Punta Cana: Buggy Adventure with Local Guide & PickupYou’ll ride your own buggy through Punta Cana’s muddy trails with a local guide leading the way. Taste fresh cacao straight from the tree, visit hidden caves for swimming or just cooling off, and finish up at a quiet beach spot before heading back. Expect laughs, real local flavors, and plenty of mud — plus hotel pickup so you don’t have to worry about logistics.
Private 3-Tank Dive from Punta Cana to Bayahibe: Caribbean SitesA private three-tank scuba dive from Punta Cana to Bayahibe on the Dominican Republic's Caribbean coast, with a multilingual guide, all equipment, lunch and nine hours in the water and on the boat. The dive leader picks the three sites—deep wreck, shallow wreck or reef—based on your certification level and the sea state that day. Hotel pickup starts at 7:30 am and you're back by 4:30 pm.Is it for me?If your guide needs to speak a language other than English, confirm availability when booking—the tour offers guides in English, Spanish, French and German. The nine-hour day and three dives suit divers who want to maximize water time without the logistics of arranging their own boat and sites.
Santiago Airport to Puerto Plata: Private Transfer & PickupYou're met by name at Santiago airport arrivals with a printed sign; the driver knows your flight time and has the car ready. The private transfer takes you directly to Puerto Plata on a fixed price with no stops or shared passengers. Wheelchair accessible, available 24 hours, and infant seats provided if needed. Book by sharing your flight number and arrival time.Is it for me?Book this if you land at Santiago and want to reach Puerto Plata without arranging a taxi, negotiating fares, or waiting for a shuttle—the driver meets you by name, the price is locked in, and you go straight to your hotel.
Zip Line, Buggy & Horseback Riding in Punta CanaA six-hour activity in Punta Cana where you pick between three separate adventures — zip lining on eight carbon lines with a suspension bridge, horseback riding through ranches and riverbeds, and dune buggy riding over dirt roads and hills — or combine all three in one day. Hotel pickup and a bilingual guide are included, along with lunch, water and all safety gear. Children from age five are welcome.Is it for me?Pick all three activities if you want to pack different kinds of movement into one afternoon — the aerial rush, the slower trail pace and the ground-level buggy ride each feel distinct. Choose one or two if you have a shorter window or want to spend more time on what appeals to you most.
Buggy, Horse & Zip Line in Punta Cana: All 3 ActivitiesA combined activity in Punta Cana where you choose to do all three — zip line across eight carbon fiber lines and a suspension bridge, ride horseback through ranches and river beds, and drive a buggy through jungle trails and hills. Private transportation, safety equipment, lunch and a live guide in English, Spanish, Italian or French are included; children from age 3 are welcome. You pick the activities that suit you.Is it for me?Six hours leaves room for a morning or evening activity elsewhere, but not for a second full-day excursion — book this if you want one concentrated day of three different things instead of spreading them across your stay. The operator lets you skip any activity that does not appeal, so you are not locked into all three if you arrive tired or change your mind.
Punta Cana Airport to Ocean Blue & Sand: Private TransferYou get picked up at the airport with a nameplate, driven straight to Ocean Blue and Sand in a private air-conditioned vehicle, and confirmed by SMS the day before. For the return trip, your driver meets you at the hotel lobby at your requested time and takes you to the airport. No tickets, no waiting, no stops in between.Is it for me?Book this if you want to skip the airport-transfer shuffle — the driver meets you with your name, the vehicle is ready, and SMS confirmation means no surprises between landing and your room.
Punta Cana Uvero Alto: Horseback Ride with Guide & PickupRide along Punta Cana’s wild Uvero Alto Beach with a local guide, feeling the sea breeze and quiet away from resort crowds. You’ll match with your own horse, stop by Boca de Maimon river for a breather, and take home a rum bottle souvenir — plus memories that linger longer than any photo.
Higüey City Tour Punta Cana: Cathedral & Local MarketYou get picked up from your Punta Cana hotel and driven into Higüey to visit the Cathedral Basilica Nuestra Señora de la Altagracia, walk through the local market, and stop at shops for gifts and local goods. The tour includes museum access and visits to the central park. Private transportation means you set the pace and skip the group-tour timing.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see how Higüey actually works—the cathedral, the market where locals shop, the real town—without arranging your own car or negotiating with taxi drivers. Private transportation means you move at your own pace and don't wait for other tourists to finish their photos.
Puerto Plata Airport Transportation: Driver Meets You at ArrivalsYou're met by name at arrivals, driven to your Puerto Plata hotel in a cool, WiFi-equipped car, and picked up three hours before your departure flight. No haggling, no waiting, no arranging transport separately—the driver handles the route and timing, leaving you to focus on your trip instead of the logistics of getting there.Is it for me?Book this if you land in Puerto Plata with luggage and want to skip the taxi negotiation at the curb—the fixed price and named driver mean you know exactly what to expect and where to go the moment you clear immigration.
