What to do and see in Punta Cana, La Altagracia Province: The Best Day Trips from

July 6, 2021 Leonardo Torrence

Among the best golf destinations in the world, Punta Cana is the very picture of leisure. Several of the courses have been designed by professional golfers, making for the perfect sort of kicked-back challenge that you want on a golfing vacation. The beaches here are simply perfect: calm, warm waters that gently lap at stretches of fine white sand. Thrill yourself with a zip-line adventure, clap along with traditional Dominican music at a cultural performance, or explore the magical lagoons of the Indigenous Eyes Ecological Park.
Restaurants in Punta Cana

1. Samana and Salto el Limon

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Come to know Samaná, one of the 32 provinces of the Dominican Republic. The island of Cayo Levantado is an island of just 1 square kilometer of tropical Caribbean environment. It is a perfect place to escape one day and contemplate and enjoy its beautiful two beaches of turquoise waters such as crystal and white sand, as well as being ideal for swimming or snorkeling. It includes: - Safari by truck to the mountains and visit a typical Dominican ranch to learn about local agriculture and tasting fresh produce from our fields. - City Tour of the City of Samaná  Visit to Cascada Limón on horses (includes everything: boots, helmets, horses, water for the trip, entrance fees to the parks) Visit to Cayo Levantado by private boat

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Lunch, Coffee and/or Tea, Alcoholic Beverages, Soda/Pop

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Reviewed By Bill K

The personal attention and follow up given to us by Yicaury was great. and the drivers were very prompt.

2. Tour to Montana Redonda (Round Montain) & Limon Beach

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Welcome to the famous Montaña Redonda where millions of people dream to come to fall in love with nature. We go 1,000 feet above sea level where you enjoy 360-degree panoramic views. You discover the exotic beauty of this wonderful mountain it will take your breath away and leave you speechless. Amazing that is how we describe that view. You will be served a hot meal cook with love and passion. This is the best way to enjoy this meal watching nature to its best at a thousand feet at Montaña Redonda.

Inclusions: Round-trip transportation, professional guide, Private transportation

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3. Santo Domingo 1-Day Tour from Punta Cana

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During the tour that we will do in Santo Domingo, we will visit the main monuments and historical places of our country, so that you can learn about our origins, culture, and lifestyle. Our tour in Santo Domingo begins in the Los Tres Ojos National Park, then we make a stop at the Colon Lighthouse, where the remains of Admiral Cristóbal Colon rest. Then we will continue our tour of the new city of Santo Domingo and we will walk through the main streets and most important avenues, we will pass through the commercial area, Chinatown, and we will stop to take a photo at the presidential palace. from there we continue straight to the Malecón de Santo Domingo. After all the aforementioned, we will stop in the colonial zone, where we will enjoy a typical lunch, here we recharge the batteries, by then we will start the tour throughout this old city, where we will visit the first cathedral in America, calle las damas, plaza España.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Typical, Non-alcoholic beverages

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4. Safari Private Jeep Tours 4x4 Open Top Experience in Punta Cana

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This tour really offers you everything in one package and it is the only one in Punta Cana that gives you the chance to drive your own Jeep, do the Zipline and Horseback riding in the hills around Punta Cana, visit typical Dominican house, enjoy lunch on the beach and visit cigar factory. All you need to bring is your sense for adventure! It is highly recommended for those who really want to soak up the Dominican Republic's natural beauty and experience its diversity while having a lot of fun and excitement. Come along on this authentic and only one OPEN TOP Jeep Safari! See beautiful scenery and exotic landscapes that will live long in your memory. This amazing and exclusive excursion is perfect for families and groups of all ages. Your adventure begins directly at your hotel in Punta Cana from where you jump into our Wranglers Jeeps and hit the road for this beautiful adventure. If you want to have unshared jeep (2 people in jeep) please contact us!

Inclusions: Lunch, Hotel pick up and drop-off, Free photos by professional photorapher, Organic product tasting, Soda and snacks

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Reviewed By tdraper25

I would like to thank Peter and Voja for for a great experience! We went on a private tour! Going to Christian’s ranch and eating the fresh fruit and cocoa was amazing. You get to see how chocolate and coffee is made and taste chocolate before Hershey’s and nestle defiles it! The zip lining and horse back riding was Amazing : Beautiful scenery in the back country! The cigar factory was also great ! I learned a few things about cigars! Then finally we finished the tour at a public beach in the DR: Peter and Voja served us a great lunch of fried chicken marinaded in wild orange juice! The beach was beautiful! Take plenty of cash so you can tip , buy coffee, cigars and souvenirs!

5. Outback Cultural Adventure Tour from Punta Cana

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Explore the east coast of the Dominican Republic on this amazing and action packed "all inclusive" day of fun, discovery and adventure! With your guide, you'll head up the mountain and through the villages, allowing you to learn about Dominican culture, customs, history, plants and animals. With hotel transport, drinks and a buffet lunch include - this is a must-do activity while in Punta Cana!

Inclusions: Bottled water, Buffet lunch, Unlimited drinks (open bar), Hotel pickup and drop-off

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Reviewed By Cosmopolitan817208

Took the tour with my wife and we both wanted to drive so we opted for the ATV vs. Buggy. Took us to a plantation with a little gig about the Cocoa (chocolate), Arabica coffee, tobacco and Macajuanna. They give you some samples and try and sell you some. I bought some cigars and they were great! Next we went to Macao beach which I also reviewed but in short it's cool. Lastly we went to a Cenote "Water cave" were you could swim in a very small beautiful cave with baby blue waters. It was quite packed though and way too many people at once in a small area in my opinion, with this happening during Covid restrictions. All in all a good time and I would recommend.

6. Saona Island VIP - Full Day Excursion

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You will see sugarcane plantations and other typical things of the country's culture. You will arrive at the Chavon river dock where you will board a beautiful fast boat, begin navigation through this incredible river, we will go to the Caribbean Sea and we will go to the town of Mano Juan, you will enjoy a beautiful architecture in wood to that of a fishing village. ​You will make an incredible stop in a majestic natural pool, you will be in the middle of the ocean but the water only has one meter of depth, this beautiful phenomenon is called sandbars, you will enjoy about 30 minutes with an open bar and beautiful views. ​When you get to the island you will have a private buffet on the beautiful beach of "Canto de la Playa" where you will have a private buffet with a variety of meats, contours and fruits.

Inclusions: Food (Lunch), Air-conditioned vehicle, Round trip Transportation, Beverages, Visit to Mano Juan

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Reviewed By BriyChan

Fun experience!! Staff takes good care of you. My friends and I were scared at first but staff was very reassuring. After activity you can shop for souvenirs and local food.

7. Monkeyland and Plantation Safari from La Romana

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A guided tour that allows you to see in close proximity to  squirrel monkeys at Monkeyland and visit a typical Dominican house where you will learn more about our culture and way of living.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Local guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Professional guide

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, Lockers fee

Reviewed By tracyaQ4444JP

PJ was awesome and very fun! Made the experience memorable. Made sure everyone was safe before heading out on the trails.

8. Dominican Republic Countryside Safari Tour from Punta Cana

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Get to know the Dominican countryside aboard a safari-style vehicle on this guided day trip from Punta Cana. Up in the Anamuya mountains, visit an old sugar plantation to see different methods of harvesting sugar and watch a cigar-rolling demo by artisans who’ve been in the business for years. Visit and relax on a private beach club at the stunning Macao Beach. A horseback ride, mountaintop buffet lunch and a visit to a Dominican home to meet a local family are all part of this off-the-beaten-track tour.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Professional guide, Lunch, Beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic), Food and drink samples at a local home

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Reviewed By tracyaQ4444JP

PJ was awesome and very fun! Made the experience memorable. Made sure everyone was safe before heading out on the trails.

9. Punta Cana Buggies

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Fun and interesting self-driving off-road tour on dune buggies through the natural lush beauty of Punta Cana. Visit caves, rivers and a beach to complete this fun-filled adventure day.

Inclusions: Transportation, (Only from/to centrally located Hotels in the Punta Cana area)., Tour guide, Non- Alcoholic drinks, Bottled water

Exclusions: Tour video, photos, souvenirs, coffee, cacao, cigars, and other local produces. At the after tour bar: soft drinks, sports beverages, and beers, rum.

Reviewed By sarabG257OO

Had an excellent time. Breath taking views. Swimming with the star fish at the sand bar in blur clear crystal waters was enjoyable. Wish could have been there a little longer to snorkel. Saona Island is georgios. Loved the lay out and the beach was clean and well maintained Only part that I didn't care for was on arrival prior to getting on the boat, locals were there selling merchandise. 2 young men one with an iguana and another with a monkey corner my daughter and I, Took her phone and started taking pictures. Than they demanded $20 for the pictures that they took on her cell phone without our approval. So a total of $40. I said no , I started to walk away and they continued to follow us to the boat. At one point they had their hand on my backpack. I told them again, NO and got on the boat.

10. Full-Day Santo Domingo City Tour from Punta Cana

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Immerse yourself in the heritage of Santo Domingo on a full-day tour of the capital of the Dominican Republic. Discover the first city of the New World, see the first cathedral of the Americas, stroll down colonial streets, and much more! An insightful Day into the past and the present of the capital city along engaging, knowledgeable, and friendly guides. An opportunity to visit all the must-see monuments and enjoy a delicious typical Dominican lunch Important: Due Covid, most museums are closed, we will do a panoramic visit to this ones

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Air-conditioned vehicle, Professional guide, Bottled water, Lunch

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Reviewed By grege120

Ruddy was a great tour guide, great history lesson of the DR and look at everyday life. Rafael was our driver and it felt safe. It was an enjoyable experience.

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