Top Puerto Plata Unique Experiences

Experience the 'Real Caribbean Life' on our VIP Gastronomic Tour. Starting with a convenient port pickup, we head to the rural countryside to explore authentic villages. Visit a traditional mountain kitchen to witness 'Creole cuisine' and enjoy organic coffee, chocolate, and tea tastings. Explore lush plantations of bananas and seasonal fruits like mango and watermelon. Experience a unique tasting of fresh sugar cane juice (guarapo), coconut water, and the legendary Mamajuana. In the city, stroll through the iconic Umbrella and Pink Streets to admire Victorian architecture. We include a special stop at 'Casa de la Empanada' for a local treat. Your guide then leads a curated food crawl through hand-picked restaurants to enjoy authentic Dominican dishes (at your own expense). This flexibility allows you to explore at your own pace and budget. We conclude the day relaxing at a stunning local beach. A perfect blend of nature, history, and flavors!

Get the inside scoop on Dominican cigars during a visit to the Vivonte Cigar Factory. This educational tour provides an overview of the industry’s history and takes you through the entire cigar-making process. A coffee, tea, soda, water, a smoothie, or tropical beverage—and after-meal cigar or cigarillo are included.

Join this group tour where you ride an open-air safari truck and experience the wildlife and rural way of living in Puerto Plata. You’ll visit Monkey Land where you can feed monkeys fruit, and then get back on the bus to visit a local countryside home. Along the way you’ll have some hot chocolate and coffee samples to give you a little boost.

Immerse yourself in the Dominican Republic's stunning natural scenery during this rugged, half-day dune buggy tour. Ideal for all levels, a pre-departure orientation is included. Drive off-road through muddy paths and picturesque coastlines in Puerto Plata Province. Small-group tours include a stop at Playa Bergantin with an optional swim.

Enjoy a half-day visit to Country World Adventure Park during this small-group excursion, which includes a four-wheeler tour. Explore the countryside, getting off-road access in a rugged ATV for either solo passengers or pairs. Other highlights include an on-site swimming pool, zip lines, and a tropical botanical garden.

Visit two snorkeling spots in Sosua Bay on this half-day tour. Sheltered by a coral reef, these waters are home to a variety of ocean life, which your snorkel guide can help point out. Afterward, pull up a sun chair on Sosua Beach, where you can relax, swim, and enjoy top-notch people-watching.

Experience the peaceful environment of the Caribbean Sea aboard a catamaran on a sailing journey from Sosua to the Ocean World Marina. Along the way, you'll stop at two snorkeling spots to explore the underwater world using the provided snorkeling equipment. Back on board, dry off and dig in to the buffet lunch, accompanied by drinks from the open bar.

This multifaceted tour is a great choice for first-time visitors. Enjoy ziplining, a thrilling ride through the jungle on all terrain vehicles, and a horseback ride. The tour ends with a plunge in the pool, after which you’ll have earned a tropical cocktail. If you’re still up for more adventure, take a stroll through tropical gardens and learn about some of the facility’s rescued animals.

Go ziplining and interact with native squirrel monkeys during this 6-hour eco-adventure from Puerto Plata. Get suited up in safety equipment and zoom through the lush jungle of the Choco region over 7 ziplines and 2 suspension bridges. With a naturalist guide, enter the forest of Monkey Jungle, fruit basket in hand, and interact with friendly squirrel monkeys. Round-trip transportation from Puerto Plata hotels is included.

Spend a full day touring Paradise Island. Cayo Arena is a beautiful piece of sand located on the North coast of the Dominican Republic and is known for its crystal clear waters. During the tour, you have plenty of time to snorkel and explore the many species of fish that call the island home. You'll also have the chance to take a refreshing dip in the clear waters. Whether you're looking to relax or explore, this tour has something for everyone.

Save hours researching the highlights of Paradise Island and enjoy this comprehensive day tour instead. After hotel pickup, go on a speedboat ride to Paradise Island (also known as Cayo Arena) and see its pristine white sandy beaches and great snorkeling spots. The trip also includes a speedboat ride around the mangrove jungle and plenty of opportunities to spot local wildlife.

Make the most of your shore excursion to the Dominican Republic by booking this private tour that takes you on a buggy adventure to some of the area’s most impressive waterfalls. When you arrive at the port, you can easily meet your private transfer. Then get ready for your private excursion to the waterfalls, where lunch, alcoholic beverages and Wi-Fi are all taken care of for you.

Check out the most famous landmarks in Puerto Plata, including the view from the top of Pico Isabel de Torres, reached by cable car. You’ll also visit San Felipe Cathedral, see Victorian houses, check out the fortress Furete de San Felipe, and much more. This is great for a port visit, and you can go at your own pace since this is a private tour.

Discover the historic heart of Puerto Plata on a 3- to 4-hour walking tour, perfect for architecture and culture lovers. Stroll through Victorian-style colonial streets and learn about the importance of the 'Bride of the Atlantic' in the history of the Dominican Republic. Visit emblematic places such as Calle de las Umbrillas, Paseo de Doña Blanca, Parque Central and the Cathedral of San Felipe Apostol. In addition, enjoy a shopping experience in high-quality gift shops, where you can buy amber, larimar and Dominican coffee. - 3- to 4-hour walking tour of Puerto Plata - Visit to the Calle de las Umbrellas and the Cathedral of San Felipe - Shopping experience at local gift shops - Specialized guide that offers historical context and local advice.

Experience life on a beautiful, deserted, tropical island during this full-day, guided tour that includes stops in Monte Cristi and a Dominican marketplace. Set off over the waves on a speedboat bound for the white sand beaches and turquoise blue waters of Cayo Arena. Snorkel to see the coral reef, swim in the sun, and enjoy refreshments on the island’s beach before heading to Monte Cristi National Park.

Combine a zipline adventure and a visit to a tropical garden during this 5-hour tour from Puerto Plata. All zipline instruction and round-trip hotel transportation included.

Be as active or as relaxed as you like on this fun five-hour catamaran cruise. Make use of the provided snorkeling gear and explore from the boat, or simply chill out in or beside the on-board pool. BBQ food and drinks, including beer and rum, will be provided to keep you fueled up.