Top Dominican Republic Day Trips - page 9

If you are looking for an eco excursion without crowded beaches, this is the right one for you. We bring you to the places of interest away from the thousands of tourists that populate the catamaran beaches of Saona Island every day. The excursion is all about nature; with the feeling of a real adventure tour. We'll visit the three most remote beaches of Saona. Warm turquois waters, waving green palm trees and endless white beaches! With our experienced tour guides you not only see the beautiful island but also earn about the culture and wildlife such as Starfish and sea turtles.

3.8

(10)

from $225

Eco Saona Island Excursion from Punta Cana

Eco Saona Island Excursion from Punta Cana

7 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

4.8

(114)

from $155

Full-Day Guided Tour in santo Domingo

5 hoursFree Cancellation

4.5

(58)

from $55

Private Puerto Plata Tour from Amber Cove & Taino Bay

Experience Puerto Plata without the crowds! Unlike the massive ship tours, we offer a private, VIP air-conditioned experience tailored to your pace. We combine the city’s top photo spots—like Umbrella Street and Pink Street—with authentic tastings at local Rum and Chocolate factories. ️ Back-to-Ship Guarantee: We monitor your ship’s schedule so you can enjoy every minute of your day without ever checking your watch. Your stress-free adventure starts at the port gate!

Private Puerto Plata Tour from Amber Cove & Taino Bay

4 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation

Visit two top Dominican Republic natural attractions in one day on this guided tour of Los Haitises National Park Preserve and Cayo Levantado (also known as Bacardi Island). Begin your day by exploring pictograph-studded ancient caves, mangrove swamps, and tropical bird nesting sites before heading off in a small boat across Samana Bay. Enjoy a buffet lunch upon arrival in Cayo Levantado, and then spend the rest of the afternoon swimming through the blue waters and lounging on white sand beaches.

(5)

from $65

Los Haitises National Park and Cayo Levantado Island Day Trip from Samana

8 hours

3.8

(20)

from $100

Full-Day Catalina Island Snorkeling Excursion from Punta Cana

Combination of adventure, relaxation, and culture. From the moment you're picked up from your hotel, you'll be treated to a seamless and personalized experience. Once you board our catamaran, the journey to Catalina Island becomes an unforgettable adventure as you snorkel at "The Wall," one of the most vibrant coral reefs in the Caribbean. After exploring the underwater world, unwind on the white sandy beaches of Catalina Island, savoring a delicious Dominican buffet lunch and tropical drinks with a view. Whether you're an experienced snorkeler or a first-timer, our friendly and knowledgeable crew ensures a safe, fun, and unforgettable experience, all while showcasing the beauty of the Dominican Republic.

Full-Day Catalina Island Snorkeling Excursion from Punta Cana

9 hoursFree Cancellation

3.0

(3)

from $74

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Full Day Puerto Plata: Blue Lagoon & Different destinations

Join this full-day trip to learn about the 5,000-year human history of Puerto Rico, a fascinating journey into the past. You are picked up at your San Juan hotel to drive in a comfortable, air-conditioned private vehicle to the town of Arecibo to visit two ancient caves filled with petroglyphs and other evidence of early human history. Also visit the Caguana Indigenous Ceremonial Park, and important archaeological site. Return to your hotel is included.

The Taino Route

27 Pools of Damajagua Jumps and Slides in the Jungle

4.9

(43)

from $210

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Our excursion to Saona Gourmet Island differs by offering an exclusive experience, away from the crowds, and a high quality gourmet buffet, with options such as lasagna, meats, seafood and more. Unlike other tours, we guarantee premium service with comfortable transfers, fast boats, open bar and personalized attention at all times. In addition, we made a stop at the Natural Pool, where you can admire the starfish in a paradise environment. If you are looking for a unique experience, with comfort, exclusivity and excellent gastronomy, this is the ideal tour. Book now and I lived an unforgettable day in Saône Island.

(6)

from $80

Saône Deluxe Platinum Island

9 hoursFree Cancellation

4.8

(8)

from $109

Saona Island Tour from Punta Cana with Lunch, Open Bar & Pickup

Embark on a thrilling adventure with our unique catamaran tour to Saona Island. Enjoy seamless pick-up and comfortable transfers from your Punta Cana accommodation. Sail through turquoise waters, stopping for a 45-minute swim at the enchanting Natural Pool. Upon arrival at Saona Island, spend nearly 3 hours relaxing on white sands, swimming, or snorkeling in vibrant coral reefs. Delight in a buffet lunch featuring Caribbean dishes. The return journey features lively music and dancing on the catamaran. Conclude with a hassle-free transfer back to your hotel. Experience relaxation, adventure, and Caribbean culture. Book your Saona Island catamaran cruise today!

Saona Island Tour from Punta Cana with Lunch, Open Bar & Pickup

8 hours 35 minutesFree Cancellation

3.2

(9)

from $69

Puerto Plata City Highlights Rum y Umbrella St. and Beach

This city tour offers a balanced blend of culture, tradition, and relaxation. It begins with a visit to Umbrella Street, a colorful and picturesque street perfect for taking photos. Next, you'll visit the Macorix House of Rum, where you'll learn about the history of Dominican rum and enjoy a guided tasting. The tour continues with a visit to the Dominican Amber Museum and a stroll along the Malecón in Puerto Plata. It concludes with a stop at the Puerto Plata Photo Sign and time to relax on the beach.

Puerto Plata City Highlights Rum y Umbrella St. and Beach

4 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation

Gain access to a 1,000-acre cattle ranch, where you'll explore on horseback, during this small-group tour. With all instruction included, even beginner riders will feel comfortable on the relaxed jaunt through the tropical forests, around ponds and through the hills. You'll also experience an exhibition of the Paso Higueyano Horses, the Dominican national horse, followed by a traditional Dominican lunch.

(5)

from $60

The Ultimate Dominican Horseback Riding Adventure

The Ultimate Dominican Horseback Riding Adventure

5 hoursFree Cancellation

4.9

(137)

from $79

Buggy Horses and Zip Line from Punta Cana with Lunch Included

Come and enjoy a totally different day of SAFARI, Boogies, horseback riding and a ZIP LINE adventure from the best and safest in the Punta Cana area. Visit the adventure park to fly through the air in a series of zip lines. Then enjoy a relaxing horseback ride before heading out for an exciting buggy ride through the dunes through the jungle. Guests can select all 3 activities or any of them. Itinerary A unique experience in the country, where you can combine the three attractions ZIPLINE, BUGGIES AND HORSE RIDING. Do not hesitate and enjoy the wild beauty of the Dominican Republic with the excursions.

Buggy Horses and Zip Line from Punta Cana with Lunch Included

6 hoursFree Cancellation

This full-day tour takes you to two of the most breathtaking locations in the Jaragua National Park, one of the largest national parks in the Dominican Republic. First, visit Laguna de Oviedo, home to a variety of wildlife, and the secluded Bahia de las Aguilas beach, considered one of the most beautiful beaches in the country. Plus, this tour offers hotel pickup from select areas in Barahona for an easy day exploring.

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from $105

Nature Combo Oviedo Lagoon & Bahia de las Aguilas

Nature Combo Oviedo Lagoon & Bahia de las Aguilas

10 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.7

(7)

from $317

Price varies by group size

Trial Pack Punta Cana

6 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.0

(5)

from $145

Zipline, Horse, Buggy and Macao Beach, Water Park with Lunch

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Saona Island is like a paradise on earth surrounded by white sand beaches, crystal clear turquoise waters and countless palm trees, this environment invites you to relax. The Saona Island tour is an experience of a lifetime! This is a tour that you have to do, enjoy this paradise in Saona. • Pick up to go from your hotel to Bayahibe where the Catamaran will leave. • Take a speedboat to start your trip to Saona Island in the Caribbean Sea. • Enjoy a stop at the beautiful Natural Pool until you reach Isla Saona. • Enjoy Saona Island and all its beautiful landscape • You will board a beautiful catamaran to return to Bayahibe. On the catamaran, you will enjoy the party, unlimited drinks, snacks and dancing with our entertainment. • Our transportation will be waiting to take you back to your hotel.

(22)

from $130

Saona Island Full Day Excursion from Punta Cana

Saona Island Full Day Excursion from Punta Cana

7 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

4.1

(71)

from $79

Saône VIP Tour and 4 beaches by speedboat Transportation and Lunch

Enjoy a private beach with a VIP area for a peaceful and relaxing experience. Only 25 people maximum in the boat. We do not use catamaran, so it is more private this excursion. Just the speedboat. Savor a Dominican buffet lunch and more. Navigate crystal clear waters and visit 4 different beaches. Avoid the crowds with a reverse itinerary that will take you to the most popular places when they are quiet. Enjoy a multilingual guide that will make sure you don’t miss anything. In detail, Discover paradise with a VIP tour to Saône Island.

Saône VIP Tour and 4 beaches by speedboat Transportation and Lunch

10 hoursFree Cancellation

Private Cruise on a Hatteras 52

(1)

from $140

from $990

Catalina Island - Snorkeling tour on a luxury catamaran

Hiking the 27 Waterfalls of Damajagua Tour from Santo Domingo

4.9

(159)

from $149

Price varies by group size

4.3

(8)

from $150

Puerto Plata City Tour, History & Culture Tour, Cruise Speci

5 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

3.8

(27)

from $65

Private Hiking to Salto el Limon with a Local expert Guide from Samana

2 to 6 hours

4.4

(8)

from $85

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What are people saying about Dominican Republic

Half Day Dominican Republic Cultural Tour : Small Group

Jasmine_W, Jul 2026

So fun! Great value.

We had such a great time on this excursion. I feel like it’s a great way to see more of the country and experience a bunch of different aspects of the culture. Francisco was our tour guide and he was so awesome. He watched out for our safety and made us laugh for hours.

Punta Cana 3in1 Adventure: Los Haitises Park, Waterfall & Montaña

Jennifer_H, Jul 2026

Montana

This was our favorite experience! It was a long day but so many fantastic adventures. Carlos and Jimmy took great care of us, and are the best tour guides and both so kind. 10 star if it was an option! Also only a small group of us so it didn’t feel like a busy tourist activity.

Santo Domingo Full Day Tour From Punta Cana with Lunch & Cenote

Tevin_O, Jul 2026

I had a great time on...

I had a great time on this trip. The communication from the tour company was very clear and organized, and our driver came early. Out tour guide José was also great and I learned so much from him. He was attentive to everyone's needs throughout the day. We also packed many interesting stops and made it back on time which was excellent!

Half-Day Tour: El Yunque, Waterslides, and Luquillo Beach

Lisseth_D, Jul 2026

Incredible tour and guide

This was extremely fun, one of the best experiences ever. Malcolm, our tour guide, has been the best tour guide I've had the pleasure of having. We were picked up (and dropped off) in an air conditioned vehicle, greeted very warmly by Malcolm, and joined by the rest of our group. Then, made a stop at a spot for food, souvenirs, restrooms, before heading to El Yunque. We were offered life jackets and helmets for safety down the water slides where we were instructed how to go down. The guide was very attentive and even took photos and videos of each of us. After being there for a while we went to Luquillo where we given a tour of the kiosks, recommended some food and stayed at the beach for a while where we were able to get on a jet ski! After we were done, our guide even dropped us off at another beach we wanted to try out! Excellent tour and excellent tour guide, completely recommend everyone to do this tour!

AMBER COVE-TAINO BAY 7 Damajagua Waterfalls + Locale Food

Jeff_W, Jun 2026

Memorable experince

I want to say it was awesome and truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience. That said, be prepared, it's not just a waterfall tour. It's a fairly strenuous hike uphill through the jungle before you get to enjoy the waterfalls. The guides are great and give you water and frequent breaks to catch your breath. Our day was also very crowded, which took away from the experience a bit. Plan on spending about 4 hours total from start to finish. Overall, if you're up for some adventure and don't mind the hike, it's definitely worth doing at least once.

Half-day City tour cultural from punta cana for small group

Stacie_L, May 2026

Great day experiencing the island's culture!

Danilo was an awesome tour guide and was very informative. He made the day fun and interesting. The stops we made were great, horseback riding the church at Higuey, the sovenier shops, the walk through the market, the local food by the river, cigar shop and the best part the beach all made the day worth it. Would definitely recommend!! Definitely no mickey mouse thing lol

Hiking and Hidden River Tour in Santo Domingo

veronica_g, Mar 2026

Always a plan B

I had a great experience overall, even though the original plan had to change due to a storm in the area. Unfortunately, we weren’t able to visit the La Jaiba River for safety reasons, but the guide handled the situation professionally and made sure the day was still enjoyable. As an alternative, he took me to Eden Cave, which turned out to be a beautiful and unique place to explore. I really appreciated the effort to adjust the itinerary rather than cancel the experience. The visit was relaxed, scenic, and still allowed me to enjoy the natural beauty of the region. Afterward, we went to eat at a local restaurant and enjoyed a delicious Dominican meal, which was a perfect way to end the day. The guide was friendly, attentive, and focused on making sure I still had a great experience despite the weather. Overall, I appreciated the flexibility and professionalism, and I would definitely recommend this tour for anyone wanting to explore the area and experience local culture.

Punta Cana Half-Day Cultural Safari with Lunch and Drinks

Elizabeth_G, Feb 2026

A great way to see the Dominican beyond the beach!

This tour was awesome! A great way to get away from the beach & see more of the Dominican! Robinson & Tito were great and very personable. They were organized and made it an easy experience. Very worth it & we had a variety of activities- horseback riding, visiting the church, seeing a traditional market, lunch by the river, a traditional dominican house where they showed us how they make coffee/chocolate, a cigar factory, and the beach. I would suggest you bring your own water & cash for the various activities! Highly recommend!!

Cultural Tour Higüey History, Local Life and Dominican Gastronomy

Luis_E, Jan 2026

Cultural authentic experience

This was a great tour because you got to experience different things from the fresh food market, cigar making, coffee/cocoa tour, horseback riding, and to Macao beach! Our primary guide was amazing, informative and very patient. The included lunch was amazing and fresh! We were able to experience a lot of this island with just this one tour! Justo Veloz, thank you for spending your morning with us and sharing your knowledge about your beautiful island!

Puerto Plata Shore Excursion, Snorkeling tour & Sosua Beach Day

valerio_s, Nov 2025

The BEST snorkeling experience in Sousa Bay

Every minute of this experience was absolutely wonderful!! We did snorkeling and Alex, Franklin and Poncho did everything they could to be sure we were having a positive experience we were picked up at the port and driven to a site that gave us positive snorkeling outcomes They offered 2 separate locations that gave us the opportunity to view lots of variety/colors of numerous fish they were very attentive to making sure we were safe every minute That was their primary concern so we could relax and totally enjoy all there was to see so many varieties of fish PLUS Alex took numerous underwater shots of us that will bring back so many memories of our underwater experience and all the varieties of fish we got close to!! You will be so glad to book an unforgettable excursion, one you will never forget!!

7 Waterfalls Damajagua and Dune Buggy

Susan_S, Nov 2025

An exhausting day of fun and exploration with the best guide

The hike was strenuous but worth it. Wear water shoes. You'll be glad you did. Our guides were so helpful and kind. The perfect day in the DR! Hiking thru the rainforest, sliding and jumping from waterfalls, riding buggys thru town, on the beach, and thru mud plus a great tour of a cocoa farm. Such a great way to spend the day - totally exhausted afterwards.