Top Punta Cana Day Trips - page 12

Our driver Victor was punctual and a very good driver. Our guide Hector was an incredible guide and so knowledgeable. We booked a private tour and we were picked up at the lobby. The drive to Santo Domingo was a bit over two hours. Van was air conditioned and comfortable. We stopped about halfway there for a restroom and snack break. The park was beautiful but there are a lot of steps down and then back up from the limestone caves. It is also very humid so be prepared. Our guide gave us a tour of some other stuff you don’t normally get along with what is advertised. The lunch was so good and everyone at the restaurant was so nice! All the history was incredible and lots of photo ops. Be ready in case it rains as it poured for about an hour when we were there. On a side note that has nothing to do with the tour. Our driver made a stop at a gift shop close to our resort. It was supposed to a spot where you can get souvenirs. Everyone in the store was nice but a bit pushy when it comes to buying stuff. None of the items have prices on them. When we went to pay, the total was going to be $600 USD for a handful of souvenirs. Never in my life or in any other country have I paid so much for souvenirs. We just left everything and left. Just an FYI.

It is worth the money. We had Robinson as tour guide and he was so knowlegeable, friendly, patient and was able to communicate with both English and Spanish speaking tourists. I recommend this tour if you want to see a glimpse of the way of life and culture of the people in Dominican Republic beyond the glitzy walls of the resorts. I’m glad we did this tour!

This was a wonderful experience! My family enjoyed it and the views are beautiful. The tour guides were awesome and explained everything before we left. If you go, please make sure you have goggles and a bandana, they have some available for purchase. The coffee was delicious. This tour is more expensive than others but well worth the cost. Recommended!!