Top Barahona Day Trips

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.

Escape tourist traps and embrace wild nature with this day at Bahía de Las Águilas beach. You'll begin by discovering the Jaragua National Park while driving a coastal road that runs by ports and local villages. Then board a boat in Las Cuevas for a short ride to the beach. Spend the day swimming or snorkeling in the crystal water in between relaxing and lunching on the shore. Hotel pickup is included for added convenience.

The experience includes lunch and we make sure you don't have to worry about transportation, giving you the convenience of being picked up at your place of lodging and taking you back at the end of the tour. Access to remote sites: We focus on taking our clients to less visited and more authentic sites. In addition to Bahía de las Águilas, we explored other surprising destinations in the region, such as Laguna de Oviedo. and Arroyo Salado. Local knowledge: Our guides are local experts who have in-depth knowledge of the history, flora and fauna of the area. Sustainability: We care about preserving and protecting the natural environment. We encourage sustainable practices and educate our clients about the importance of environmental conservation. Comfort and safety: We make sure that our clients feel comfortable and safe throughout the tour. We have health insurance, well-maintained modern vehicles, and follow strict safety measures.

Explore the Oviedo Lagoon, one of the biggest treasures of the Jaragua National Park and home to a variety of wildlife. The Lagoon consists of 24 islands of different sizes and vegetation and is considered to be the best place for aquatic bird observation on the island. Discover the beauty of the Oviedo lagoon on a boat ride through this unique ecosystem. Make a stop on one of the many islands, so called Iguana Island. Go on a hike across the small island through a somewhat barren landscape where cacti dominate the scenery. Once you arrive on a scenic outpost take some time to appreciate the beautiful view over the lagoon, the Caribbean Sea, the Jaragua national park and the mountains of Bahoruco. On the way back to the hotel you make a stop in Los Patos where you enjoy a typical lunch and can take a refreshing dip in the river.

Crocodile Watching: On this tour, our clients will have the opportunity to take a boat tour of Lake Enriquillo and closely observe the crocodiles that live in the lake, an unforgettable experience. The experience includes lunch and we make sure you don't have to worry about transportation, giving you the convenience of being picked up at your place of lodging and taking you back at the end of the tour. Local knowledge: Our guides are local experts who have in-depth knowledge of the history, flora and fauna of the area. Sustainability: We care about preserving and protecting the natural environment. We encourage sustainable practices and educate our clients about the importance of environmental conservation. Comfort and safety: We make sure that our clients feel comfortable and safe throughout the tour. We have health insurance, well-maintained modern vehicles, and follow strict safety measures.

If you're looking for an otherworldly experience, a visit to Isla Cabritos National Park is a must. Situated in the Independencia region, the park is home to the stunning Lake Enriquillo. Despite the lack of rainfall in the area, the park is teeming with wildlife, including birds, crocodiles, scorpions, and iguanas. Visitors can take a boat ride on the lake to get up close and personal with the American crocodiles that call it home. Or, for a truly unique experience, explore the Taino cave "Las Caritas." And don't forget to take a dip in one of the natural sulfur water pools!