Day Trips from Punta Cana to Macao Beach (Playa Macao)

Discover the vibrant culture and natural beauty of Higüey on this half-day private cultural tour. Start with a horseback ride through picturesque landscapes and a visit to the Basilica of La Altagracia, an important religious site. Next, explore a local market to shop for unique Dominican products before enjoying a delicious traditional lunch by the Anamuya River. Then, visit the local ranch where coffee, cocoa, and cigars are produced, and take a refreshing dip in the stunning Blue Cave. Finally, relax at Macao Beach, one of Punta Cana’s most beautiful coastlines. Note: The order of the tour stops may vary. This individual trip accommodates a maximum of 15 travelers.

Combine two of Punta Cana's most popular activities—a dune buggy adventure and an excursion to Saona Island—in a single package. Take some of the hassle out of planning multiple tours and activities by booking them both at once, with all details arranged for you. Choose a half-day for your dune buggy tour and a full day for the Saona Island tour on any day that fits your schedule. Each includes guided commentary and all equipment.

Discover the landscapes and culture of the Dominican Republic on this private tour. You'll have a variety of typical Dominican experiences, such as watching a cigar be rolled by hand, learning how coffee and cocoa are harvested, soaking up the sun on a beach, and enjoying a delicious Dominican family-style lunch on a mountaintop ranch. You'll all enjoy an open bar of rum, beer, and soft drinks throughout the day.

This full-day package combines an ATV ride, catamaran cruise, and snorkeling excursion—allowing you to experience multiple island highlights in a single trip. Drive your own quad or ride as a passenger and explore the Dominican countryside. Then board a catamaran and cruise along Punta Cana’s coastline, stopping to snorkel at a coral reef and see tropical fish and maybe sea turtles or rays.

Ride a 4x4 buggy through the Dominican countryside, then board a catamaran to explore the azure waters during this combination tour from Punta Cana. Stop at an country farm to see how chocolate, cinnamon and coffee are harvested and processed, then continue to the white sand Macao Beach. Board a double-Decker catamaran to cruise the turquoise waters offshore. Don the provided snorkel equipment and jump in to swim with schools of tropical fish. If you wish, there is the option to schedule these activities on two separate days.

Enjoy an excellent natural day with incredible views of the Caribbean in the mountains. Our transport will pick you up, we will make a beautiful one-hour tour with the most natural views of the Dominican Republic until we reach the Miches area, which is where we will find the base of this beautiful mountain. Upon reaching the top you will have the opportunity to be amazed and fall in love with the beauty of nature while taking some incredible photos. We will experience a 360 degree view on the top of the mountain with breathtaking views, you can swing on the top or use the broom for a quick flight at least in your photos. Then you will be directed to Macao Beach. It is a virgin beach that is surrounded by a beautiful landscape, starting with the Caribbean Sea, its golden sand and its crystal clear waters.

This tour in Higuey lets you enjoy a day of outdoor fun without the hassle of booking each activity. Fly on ziplines, ride dune buggies and horses in the Dominican jungle, and also visit a local market. Follow your guide to trails that you wouldn’t find on your own, ensuring you don’t get lost while fully exploring the jungle. Fuel up midday with a provided lunch.

If YOU want to go home with a more in depth understanding of the Dominican Republic then keep reading because our Cultural signature tour is a crash course in Dominican culture, wrapped up in an unforgettable Half-Day excursion in our private minivan with a/c.

Check out some of Punta Cana’s most beautiful nature spots on this group tour, where you ride ATVs to villages, beaches, caves, and more. Enjoy included hotel pickup and round-trip transfers to keep things running smoothly. Then get to your ATV buggies and cover some ground while following your guide. Visit places you couldn’t find on your own, including a ranch to see how local fruit, tobacco, cacao, and more grow.

This tour offers the perfect combination of local culture, shopping, beach relaxation, and authentic Dominican flavors in one experience. Travelers can discover local products, taste traditional coffee and mamajuana, explore a different side of Punta Cana beyond the resorts, relax at the beautiful Macao Beach, and enjoy a traditional Dominican lunch. It is a great way to experience the destination while combining sightseeing, culture, and leisure in a single half-day tour.

See the Dominican Republic through the eyes of a local, and discover a side of the nation that tourists rarely get exposed to. Choose a half-day or full-day tour to suit your schedule, and let your guide show you the sights and activities this side of the island has to offer—from a local market to the Higüey Mountains to horseback riding, and lots more.

We'll pick you up at your hotel, and you'll start a wonderful journey of about an hour until you reach Higuey. We'll visit a tobacco and sugar cane plantation and explain the process of its harvest and preparation. You'll visit a beautiful souvenir shop with paintings and crafts made by the owners themselves. We'll also go to Don Silvio's small farm, where you will see how to harvest and prepare coffee and cocoa organically. Later, when we move to the Cathedral Basilica of Higuey, you can enter to enjoy its beautiful architecture. Then we'll go to the Higuey market, where you can taste the delicious tropical fruits, among other things. You'll have a panoramic view of the church of San Dionisio, which was the place where the Virgin of Altagracia made her appearance. Upon returning, we will make a short stop at the beautiful beach in Macao. Macao Beach It is very popular with the locals and is also a tourist spot for surfers and those who take tours in buggies and ATVs.

This tour allows you to see the 'real' Dominican Republic, outside of the resorts. Excursion aboard a safari truck led by a tour guide, a driver. Pick up and drop off at your hotel or lodging location. Transportation with Truck Safari Visit typical souvenir shop and demonstration of handmade cigars Panoramic view of school Visit to the city of Higüey, with a panoramic view of the Basilica. Walk inside the Local Market in Higüey Dominican Buffet Food. River Walk. You will visit a Typical Dominican House where you can see the process of Coffee, Cocoa and Fruits, with tasting included. Horse ride. We visit Macao beach where you will have the opportunity to swim. Drinks during the excursion. Note: We are not responsible for any items, photos or videos purchased during the excursion, since they are not alternative companies to ours. If you buy, it will be your responsibility.

We'll pick you up at your hotel, you'll start a wonderful journey of about an hour until you reach Higuey. We'll visit a tobacco and sugar cane plantation, we'll explain the process of its harvest and preparation. You'll visit a beautiful souvenir shop, paintings and crafts made by the owners themselves. We'll visit the small farm of Don Silvio a Dominican farmer who will show us organically his work of harvesting and preparing coffee and cocoa. Later we move to the cathedral basilica of Higuey, you can enter to enjoy its beautiful architecture. Then we'll go to the higuey market where you can taste the delicious tropical fruits among other things. You'll have an panoramic view of the church of San Dionisio, which was the place where the Virgin of Altagracia made her appearance. Upon returning we will make a short stop at the beautiful beach of Macao. Macao Beach It is very popular with the locals and is also a tourist spot for surfers and those who take tours in buggies and ATVs.

Go beyond the beach in Punta Cana with an experience that has adventure stamped all over it. Rather than having to book separate activities, enjoy off-road buggy or safari truck rides, traditional Taino ceremonies, and swimming in underground pools. Plus, a Dominican dinner and an open bar followed by live music and dancing around a bonfire bring the party to you.

This snapshot of Dominican life beyond the Coconut Coast has all the makings for a great day out. A sugarcane plantation, a cigar-rolling demonstration, a blockbuster beach break and lunch in a local family’s home are just some of the highlights. We start early, with a trip to Higuey to see the famous Altagracia Basilica – a pilgrimage site because of its miraculous image of Our Lady. Then we take a scenic drive through rustic villages, on our way to the next stop – a coconut oil producer. You’ll also visit a sugarcane plantation for rum tasting and watch a cigar-rolling demonstration with a master of his craft. After a busy morning, you’ll be ready for lunch. Greeted by a Dominican family, you’ll be welcomed into their home for a feast of typical dishes made with locally sourced produce. You’ll also get to see the family’s farm and coffee plantation, and taste freshly grown cocoa and fruit. Relax with a Cuba libre at Macao beach, swim or take enjoy some water sports

Get ready for the ultimate Punta Cana adventure! This exciting combo tour brings together the best of the Dominican Republic in one unforgettable day. Start with a relaxing horseback ride through beautiful tropical landscapes, where you’ll experience the natural beauty of the countryside. Then, kick your adrenaline into high gear as you drive an ATV or buggy along exciting off-road trails, splashing through mud and exploring hidden paths. After your land adventure, step aboard a lively party boat and cruise the crystal-clear Caribbean waters. Enjoy music, dancing, unlimited fun, and stunning ocean views. Take a refreshing swim in a natural sandbar, relax with friends and family, and soak up the tropical atmosphere.

This tour allows you to see the 'real' Dominican Republic, outside the resorts. Choose from half-day or full-day tours aboard a safari truck helmed by a tour guide, driver, and bartender. Open bar and round-trip transportation from Punta Cana hotels are included; lunch included on the full-day tour.

A cultural tour that leaves from Punta Cana to Higüey can include various activities that allow you to learn about the culture and history of the Dominican Republic. Some of the activities that could be carried out in this type of tour could be: Visit to the Basilica of Higüey: As I mentioned before, the Basilica of Higüey is one of the most important places in the city and a must-see for tourists. On this tour you can learn about the history and religious importance of the Basilica and the Virgin of Altagracia. Walk through the city of Higüey: Tourists can explore the city of Higüey, with its streets full of history and its cultural atmosphere. On the tour you can learn about the history of the city, visit the Plaza de la Cultura, the Museum of Altagracia and other places of interest.

On the way to Higuey around Anamuya, the most beautiful ranch in Dominican Republic. Only with us during one day you can enjoy almost 5 activities and live a life like 150 years ago. Activities like: Zip lines Hanging bridges Horses back riding Typical Dominican house Dune buggies Dominican lunch Macao beach experience. Like going back to the pass and discover some secrets of being healthy and happiness. Know how to confront your weaknesses and fears! Meeting other people from different of the world like families, children sometimes, local and travelers.

Experience the ultimate Punta Cana combo a powerful 2&1 adventure that blends off-road adrenaline and a luxury party boat experience into one unforgettable day. Start with the energy Board a high-vibe urban party boat in the Caribbean and immerse yourself in a premium hip hop atmosphere with a live DJ spinning the hottest tracks. Feel the bass, connect with people from around the world, and enjoy an unlimited open bar as you cruise across crystal-clear turquoise waters. Start with the energy Board a high-vibe urban party boat in the Caribbean and immerse yourself in a premium hip hop atmosphere with a live DJ spinning the hottest tracks. Feel the bass, connect with people from around the world, and enjoy an unlimited open bar as you cruise across crystal-clear turquoise waters. Head inland for a powerful off-road buggy adventure, where you’ll drive through muddy trails, rugged terrain, and hidden paths deep in the Dominican countryside. Get dirty, feel the rush, and explore limited ¡

Transportation by Safari truck ,Tour guide ,Visit a typical souvenir shop and introduce handmade cigars, Panoramic view of the school , Visit to the city of Higüey with a panoramic view of the basilica. Walk through the local market in Higüey. Visit the Higüey Mountains and arrive at the ranch for a Dominican buffet-style lunch. Guests in a typical Dominican house where you can see the production process of coffee, cocoa and fruit, including tasting. We will visit the beach of Macao where you can swim. Drinks during the tour.

¡Bienvenidos al fascinante tour cultural en Higüey, República Dominicana! Prepárense para sumergirse en la rica herencia de este hermoso rincón del Caribe mientras exploran las maravillas de la región con un grupo íntimo de hasta 7 personas. Este tour está diseñado para proporcionar una experiencia íntima y enriquecedora, permitiéndoles sumergirse en la auténtica cultura dominicana. Nuestros guías locales expertos les brindarán información detallada, respondiendo a sus preguntas y asegurándose de que cada momento sea inolvidable. ¡Prepárense para vivir la esencia de Higüey!