2006-11-20 00:11:34 · 6 answers · asked by gemma d 1 in Travel ➔ Caribbean ➔ Dominican Republic
Most visitors to DR visit Punta Cana on the Eastern tip of the island, although there are several other tourist locations; Puerto Plata on the North shore, La Romana, Juan Dolio, and Santa Domingo on the South. There are also several in-land destinations.
Most of the tours from the shore locations happen in or on the water; the array of water sports options offered right on the beach is amazing: catamaran boat rides, double-decker party boats, restaurant dining at sunset on the sea, parasailing, glass bottom boats for marine life observation, sports fishing, diving, snorkeling, flying boats, speed boats. The boat taxis can take you from one hotel to another via the beach. There is also banana boating, kayaking, windsurfing, sailing and beach volleyball.
But here are other activities to consider:
Safari-type excursions on four-wheel bikes, buggy rides, jeep safaris, monster trucks or helicopter rides for a privileged view. A dozen of companies offer these adventure tours that take the tourists to observe tropical wilderness, visit a countryside home where typical Dominican food lunch will be served, examine tropical crops, take a dip at a deserted beach or for a swim in a cool river.
Horseback riding is also popular in Punta Cana with the option of riding on deserted white-sand beaches, making for great photography.
Marinarium. This marine park on the sea offers snorkeling with sharks and rays.
Dolphin Island. Short boat ride takes you to the artificial island created where tourists can have a swim with trained dolphins right in the sea. The package includes a 15-minute free time with the dolphins, where these will choose their new friends.
Manati Park Bavaro. 130,000 square meter preserve with permanent exhibits of birds, reptiles, and fish. A show with parrots, dolphins and dancing horses is included in the admission fee. Free shuttle bus to and from principal hotels in the area.
Punta Cana Ecological Reserve. Short guided tour through tropical flora with an optional refreshing bath in a cool spring at the end. You will be walking through a real jungle. Located 15 minutes from Punta Cana International Airport.
Rancho Jonathan has caving excursions to Boca de Diablo, a large cave system south of Los Haitises.
Half an hour to 45 minutes away:
La Otra Banda
If you take the Saona, Catalina, Altos de Chavón, Higuey or Santo Domingo excursions, on your way west ask your guide to point out the small town of La Otra Banda, with its pretty little houses, right out of a Caribbean architecture book and perfect for picture-taking.
Most hotels have local "booking agents" right in the lobby to enable guests to sign-up for their favorate tours.
I hoe this info is helpful. Have fun
2006-11-20 01:30:58 · answer #1 · answered by travel guy 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends on what part of the Island you are staying.
We stayed in the north during the summer (Peurto Plata) and did a few of the trips. Best one was the trip to Haiti - it was a long day but worth it, got to see so much of the Island plus a chance to visit another country!
2006-11-20 00:20:50 · answer #2 · answered by Chris G 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
thoroughly risk-free. The Dominican Republic survives on tourism, so as that they must take care of their company. yet generally the Dominican Republic is quite risk-free vacationer or not. every person is extreme-high quality and delightful everywhere in the island. would not rely what colour you're.
2016-10-22 10:07:38 · answer #3 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
We visited there over 10 years ago and went to 'Bacardi Island' where the adverts used to be filmed. It is well worth the visit as it is a beautiful place to see. And the food they cook whilst your are there is worth the travelling too. Hope you have a good time.
2006-11-20 00:21:26 · answer #4 · answered by Red Devil Girl 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2006-11-22 00:40:24 · answer #5 · answered by Rose 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The jeep safari or outback safari are the best!
2006-11-20 11:01:17 · answer #6 · answered by morris 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋