Top Dominican Republic Food & Drink Classes

Take a break from the heat in Punta Cana by opting for a chocolate-making class. Discover the process of how chocolate is made, from bean to bar, as your instructor teaches you to make cacao balls from grounded beans and chocolate barks from liquid chocolate. Get expert tips to improve your skills, and contests during the class will keep you entertained.

Join this adult group-tour where you will learn all about one of the Dominican’s most famous products-rum. You’ll be visiting Oliver and Oliver, and the staff there will take you through a range of rum, sugar cane, and other tastings, and tell you about the history of the house, too. Round-trip hotel transfers are also included to keep things easy.

Led by a local guide, enjoy a tasting of freshly made Dominican coffee and traditional mamajuana while learning about their deep cultural roots and importance in the island’s daily life.

Choose this rum tasting tour for a fun and authentic experience. You'll explore the rich history of rum, guided by an expert, while tasting a variety of local rums. It's a unique way to immerse yourself in the culture, enjoy diverse flavors, and create lasting memories!

This is not a hotel buffet or a generic demo. It is a home-style class centered on a full Dominican menu that moves from tropical drinks to savory bites, a main dish, and a coconut dessert. The menu brings together recognizable local staples—mofongo/mofonguitos, pica pollo, tostones, and Morir Soñando—so the experience feels unmistakably Dominican.

Experience Punta Cana’s first Bali-style floating brunch—5-course gourmet dishes, private chef, rooftop infinity pool, exotic cocktails, and Social Media worthy luxury you won’t find anywhere else

From the creators of the #1 Hip Hop party boat in Cancún, Cabo San Lucas, and Miami, Hip Hop Sessions is finally bringing our signature, high-energy experience to Punta Cana’s beautiful coast. We’re not a tour — we’re the party! Party alongside other travelers for 3 hours in the middle of some of the most breathtaking waters in the world, all while vibing to live Hip Hop and R&B sets from real DJs (never pre-made playlists). Enjoy unlimited drinks — including tequila — plus champagne showers, twerk contests, and wild party games hosted by our lit crew. We even capture the entire experience with free professional party photos. Always imitated, never duplicated — we are the original, trademarked Hip Hop Sessions® brand. If you're looking for a real party and not a sightseeing tour, book now — this is the experience you're here for.

Immerse yourself in the culinary culture of the Dominican Republic—beyond simply eating in local restaurants—with this hands-on cooking class. Food-loving travelers will love learning about traditional Taino cooking and tasting fresh local ingredients. Suitable for participants of all ages, this class finishes up with a feast of the creations the class made.

Step into a cultural park where Dominican life is experienced, not just explained. With 15+ activities in one place, this experience combines history, food, hands-on workshops, and live entertainment into one smooth visit. Begin inside a Taíno-inspired cave, then continue to a 4D cinema with water, wind, scents, and visual effects. As you explore the park, enjoy tastings of chocolate, rum, coffee, and casabe while learning how each is made. Take part in hands-on activities like polishing larimar, making a traditional hat, and watching expert cigar rollers at work. Live music and cultural performances keep the atmosphere lively throughout. You’ll also find a baseball batting cage and golf simulators for extra fun. End your visit in a Dominican-style colmado with music and a cold beer. A complete, easy, and fun way to experience Dominican culture in one place, perfect for all ages.

Want to give your partner a special romantic surprise? Want to enjoy a dinner with friends and fancy trying something different? Or maybe you want to organise a lovely meal for the whole family to celebrate that special occasion without anyone having to cook? Montes Cook allows you to transform your home into one of the best restaurants in town. The only difference is that the entire experience is built around you and your guests. Select the type of cuisine, choose the dates and enjoy the experience!

If you'd like to explore the underwater world but can't or won't learn to Scuba dive, this Scuba Doo underwater scooter adventure is ideal for you. Your helmet creates a bubble around your head so you can breathe without a mouthpiece. It's a comfortable way to explore the reef and get up close to tropical fish and other sea life.

Enjoy an exclusive private transfer to or from Uvero Alto with our Punta Cana: Private Airport Transfers service. Relax in comfort, safety and punctuality, while our premium transportation ensures that your travel experience is stress-free and completely personalized.

Enjoy this action-packed day with the aid of your amazing tour guides. Enjoy a host of different activities, all done in one amazing location, by the countryside, away from the resorts of the Punta Cana area. Experience an amazing Dune Buggy Experience, Zip through the skies in our exclusive zip line course, ride on one of our beautiful horses, take a swim at our pristine river, and enjoy a demonstration of how Dominicans prepare the Cacao and Coffee beans.

Forget bus tours and walking tours because on this fun tour you'll ride on horseback. Starting at a beautiful rural ranch you'll head to Uvero Alto Beach, where you can stroll gently or gallop at full tilt, depending on your comfort and experience level. Your guide will assess your experience with horses and advise you accordingly. This is a fun way to experience the coast away from the resorts.

Set sail on the crystal blue waters surrounding Punta Cana on this small-group experience that's limited to just 16 guests. Swim in a nature reserve, snorkel in the seas and enjoy drinks aboard your comfortable catamaran. Relax in one of the boat's hammocks and let the crew paper you with strong tropical cocktails. Anchor in a sandbar and enjoy beverages from a floating bar as part of this wonderful water experience.

Feel your adrenaline levels soar on a high-octane day trip to Monkeyland and Zip Lines Adventure in Punta Cana. Soar through the canopy on a series of 12 thrilling ziplines through tropical rainforest, admiring the views and hanging with the monkeys as you go. Get a chance to feed the monkeys, too. After, head to the Coconut House to experience local life and see organic foods being produced.

Start and end your Dominican Republic vacation in style with a deluxe, private round-trip transfer in an impressive SUV vehicle. Rather than waiting for multiple pickups and drop-offs each way, you’ll had straight to your hotel or the airport, and stay cool and comfortable with on-board Wi-Fi and air-conditioning.

Dominican food and drinks are on the menu this evening with a 2-hour class at the Taino Gourmet Cooking Lab. Participants will prep “sancocho,” a typical Dominican soup paired with side dishes and dessert, and learn about the culinary culture of its origins. No matter your skill set, the chefs make cooking lessons interactive, comprehensive, and easy to follow—ideal for a group of friends or families with kids.

Exploring Punta Cana’s backroads on your own is difficult without local knowledge. This half-day ATV tour handles the logistics and leads you into the countryside on an off-road route that other vehicles can't access. Along the way, stop at a Dominican home for coffee and cacao tastings, pass farmland and small villages, and continue to coastal viewpoints, Fantasy Cave, and "Flintstones"-themed Bedrock City.

Discover the vibrant essence of the Dominican Republic on this scenic journey through the countryside. Immerse yourself in local culture with a visit to Rancho Merengue, where you'll enjoy a Mamajuana tasting and learn about its traditions. Participate in an interactive Merengue dance lesson and get hands-on as you prepare Mangú at Chukka Ocean Outpost Coconut Cove. Wrap up your day with some free time to relax and enjoy the beautiful beach, surrounded by a blend of music, flavors, and cultural experiences. - Scenic tour through the picturesque Dominican countryside - Visit Rancho Merengue for a taste of local culture and traditions - Learn to dance Merengue and prepare traditional Mangú - Enjoy free time at the beach to unwind and relax

Learn to surf in Punta Cana with this private full-day surf camp. Enjoy hotel pickup to a beginner-friendly beach. After a class on theory and water safety, practice in the water on a board with a personal instructor. Take a break for a provided lunch before continuing your surfing session.

Experience a culinary journey like no other with our Chef Table Tasting Menu, featuring 8 expertly crafted courses that showcase the rich history and diverse influences of Dominican Republic cuisine. Starting with the indigenous Tainos and their traditional ingredients, our chefs will guide you through the centuries-old fusion of Spanish techniques and African flavors that have shaped our culinary identity. As you savor each dish, you'll learn about the fascinating cultural and historical context behind the flavors, from the impact of Spanish colonization to the influence of immigration from neighboring Antillean islands. And of course, no exploration of Dominican Republic cuisine would be complete without a taste of our famous rum, produced from the finest sugarcane in the Caribbean. Join us at our Chef Table for a truly unique and immersive culinary experience that celebrates the diverse roots and vibrant flavors of our beloved country.

The Saona Island tour offers an unforgettable experience in one of the most impressive destinations in the Dominican Republic. It begins with a ride on a catamaran or speedboat, followed by a stop at a natural pool with crystal-clear waters. On the island, visitors enjoy paradisiacal beaches, a buffet lunch with Dominican food, and free time to swim, snorkel or relax. The return trip by catamaran includes a party on board with music and dancing. The tour includes transportation, food, drinks and snorkeling equipment, making it ideal for those seeking relaxation and adventure in the Caribbean.