What to do and see in Barahona Province, Barahona Province: The Best Tours

Enjoy a day at the beach and let your spirits flow, far away from the touristy areas and all the stress. Come and discover the Jaragua National park and Bahia de las Águilas. Drive along a beautiful road with breathtaking views of the small port and fishing village Cabo Rojo. In Las Cuevas you board a boat that takes you on a 15-minute ride to one of the most beautiful natural beaches of the world. The sands of Bahía de las Aguilas is pristine and the bay covers 8 km. Experience an exceptional coastal landscape with crystal clear water shining in shades reaching from turquoise to opal-blue melting into the horizon. Lunch is served at the beach, go swimming or snorkeling and explore this untouched natural paradise.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Lunch, Boat Trip, Entrance fee national park

Exclusions: Use of Snorkelling equipment

Enjoy a horseback riding trip into the mountains of Paraiso. Visit small farms where bananas, coffee, cocoa and avocados are grown. Start your day heading to Paraiso, where the horses will be waiting for you. Ascend to the municipality "Villa Nizao", on the way up one encounters small communities of Dominican and Haitian farmers. Almost throughout the whole route panoramic views over the coast of Paraiso can be enjoyed so make sure to take some time to admire the beauties of nature. The path back down leads through the fresh and clear waters of the river “Nizaito” and past a greenhouse where pepper is grown. Take a look into the greenhouse and chat with the farmers.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water

Exclusions: Personal expenses and tips

Discover the Isla Cabritos National Park in the Independencia region, considered of being one of the most beautiful regions of the country. The lake Enriquillo is located between the mountains of Bahoruco and Neyba and lies 30 meters below sea level. The region gets very little rainfall and is therefore the driest region of Dominican Republic. Due to this fact the vegetation in this area almost exclusively consists of cacti but this anyhow does not stop the wildlife from flourishing! A variety of Iguanas, Scorpions, Crocodiles and Birds (60 different species including egrets, herons and king-fisher) find their home in this well protected surrounding. The lake is the largest natural reserve where the American Crocodile can be found. On this tour you will observe the wildlife, go on a boat ride on the lake, get a typical lunch (on surcharge!), explore the Taino cave “Las Caritas” and swim in one of the natural sulfureted water pools. What are you waiting for, book today!

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Soda/Pop, Bottled water

Exclusions: Personal expenses and tips, Lunch

Bahía de las Aguilas is known as one of the best unique beaches in the whole world, is located far in the south of the island, in this experience you wont stop seeing amazing locations located within the Dominican Republic, we are pretty sure you will come to love this great country and get to know it in ways few people know.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, GST (Goods and Services Tax)

Exclusions: Gratuities

This tour you have the opportunity to know the beach beauties of the southern part of the Dominican Republic, as well as Bahía de las Águilas, one of the most beautiful beach in the Caribbean and also to visit the jewel of the south known as Los Patos de Barahona in a Unique and combined tour to make your experience more complete.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Soda/Pop, Buffet lunch in Bahia de las Aguilas cave, Refrigerio , Air Conditioned Vehicle, 2 to 3 hours in Bahia las Aguilas

Exclusions: Gratuities (Not Required)

Discover two magical places in just one day. Covering an area of 1374 km² the Jaragua National Park is the largest national park in the Dominican Republic and convinces with its variety of ecosystems. Both the Oviedo Lagoon as well as the beach of Bahia de las Aguilas can be found here. Drive along the scenic costal road via San Rafael, Paraiso and Los Patos until reaching the Oviedo Lagoon. Go on a trip to the iguana island and enjoy an amazing panoramic view from a scenic outpost. The tour continues with a drive through the national park heading to Cabo Rojo, where a boat awaits you. After a 15-minute ride with the boat you will be reaching the beautiful and isolated Bahía de las Águilas, which is considered to be the most beautiful beach in the country. You have the chance to go swimming or just relax on the beach. Enjoy the pristine white sand of this 8 km long beach. Lunch costs must be paid directely and are not included.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Soda/Pop, Bottled water, All Fees and Taxes, Boat Trip

Exclusions: Use of Snorkelling equipment, Lunch

Start your day with a drive along a spectacular costal road heading to Bahoruco. Hidden in the mountains of this secluded area the only Larimar Mine in the world can be found. You have the opportunity to interact with the miners and to have an insight look into the hard work they realize and to take your chance to go on a treasure hunt and search for a Larimar stone by yourself. Enjoy the view through a natural swimming basin before visiting a local Larimar shop. You will be shown, how the stone is processed regularly and also have the opportunity to try it yourself. Lunch is not included and must be paid separately.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Soda/Pop, Bottled water

Exclusions: Personal expenses and tips, Lunch

Explore the amazing cloud forest in the eastern part of Sierra de Bahoruco. A four-wheel-drive takes you up to a scenic outpost, from where you have a wonderful view over the beaches of Paraiso and the river Nizaito. In the afternoon a short walk on the botanical trail, you reach Cachote. Here you meet locals still living in a traditional way, without electricity and light. Spend some time at the community before thereafter the way leads back to the valley, which is well known for its high quality production of oranges, coconuts and mangoes. Get to know local farmers which are more than happy to show you around their farms and learn more about their daily life.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, picnic, Bottled water, Soda/Pop

Exclusions: Personal expenses and tips

Explore the Oviedo Lagoon, one of the biggest treasures of the Jaragua National Park and home to a variety of wildlife. The Lagoon consists of 24 islands of different sizes and vegetation and is considered to be the best place for aquatic bird observation on the island. Discover the beauty of the Oviedo lagoon on a boat ride through this unique ecosystem. Make a stop on one of the many islands, so called Iguana Island. Go on a hike across the small island through a somewhat barren landscape where cacti dominate the scenery. Once you arrive on a scenic outpost take some time to appreciate the beautiful view over the lagoon, the Caribbean Sea, the Jaragua national park and the mountains of Bahoruco. On the way back to the hotel you make a stop in Los Patos where you can take a refreshing dip in the river. The cost of lunch must be covered directely on sight and are not included.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water, Soda/Pop, Boat, Nationalpark entrance fee

Exclusions: Personal expenses and tips, Lunch

Visit the beautiful deserted island of Cayo Paraiso. Jump in the water and snorkel to discover the amazing and colorful marine world around the coral reef, before jumping aboard a rapid vessel that´ll take you full speed to the National Park of Mangroves. - Snorkel in coral reef - Visit mangroves

Inclusions: Beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic), Hotel pickup and drop-off, Local guide, Lunch

Exclusions: Gratuities