Small Group ATV and Buggy Tour
Recommended by 95% of travelers
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Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
- 3 to 4 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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What's Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected areas)
- Visit to Macau Beach
- Buggy (shared or private depending on booking)
- 3 stops Macau beach, typical house and cenote
- Professional guide in your language
- Off-road tour of rural roads
- Bandannas and glasses are not free
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Pickup details
Hotel pickup times by area Available daily | Three departure times: BÁVARO and PUNTA CANA (Nearby hotels): Pick-up starts earlier, at 7:00 / 10:00 / 13:00, according to the selected time. MACAO and UVERO ALTO (Farthest Away Hotels) : Pick-up starts later, until 8: 10 / 11 : 10 / 14 : 10, according to the selected time. Important Notes: - Pickup starts 1.5 hours before the scheduled time of your excursion. Please show up at your hotel's designated pickup point (lobby, door or meeting area) 5 minutes prior to your assigned pickup time. Drivers can only wait 5 minutes. - Confirm the exact location with your hotel reception in advance. For assistance, please contact our local transport team at +1 (849) 392 - 7093 (call, text or WhatsApp). Additional instructions for collection Are you staying in an Airbnb or a place without direct access to transportation? Do you stay in the areas of Verón and Cabo Cana? You must reach the designated meeting point: KFC off Coco Bongo Punta Cana. We offer private transportation at additional cost. Do you need to change the pickup location or time? Contact us by WhatsApp at + 1 (829) 552 - 5234 at least 24 hours in advance. We are here to help you make your experience enjoyable and unforgettable!
Itinerary
1
Punta Cana
35 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
2
Playa Macao
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
3
Domitai Park
35 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
4
Punta Cana
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Punta Cana (Pass By)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.8
based on 64 reviews
Natalia_K, Jul 2026
We booked this ATV buggy tour for 11:30am, as that was the earliest time we could be ready. On the day of the tour, while walking back to our room, I suddenly started receiving WhatsApp messages and missed video calls from two different numbers telling us that transport was waiting and that we needed to “go right now.”
This was extremely confusing because our booking clearly stated 11:30am. We had no time to collect our belongings, and I didn’t even have time to take my travel sickness medication. When I replied that we were on our way, I received messages such as “Come on, we’re way behind schedule,” “We have more clients to serve,” and “Send me a picture of the door already.” The tone throughout was rude and made us feel as though we had done something wrong, despite following the time on our booking confirmation.
When I sent a screenshot showing our confirmed 11:30 booking, they claimed the pickup was actually 10:30am and said the transport manager had supposedly contacted us the previous day. I received no messages whatsoever until around 10:35am that morning and sent screenshots proving this. Eventually they admitted they would report the issue internally.
By the time we got outside, there was no transport waiting anyway. We were then told the truck was “on its way.” The whole experience was stressful before the tour had even begun.
Because we had been rushed so unexpectedly, I hadn’t taken my travel sickness medication. I explained this to the staff and had to ask to sit in the front of the vehicle because I knew I would feel sick.
Unfortunately, the poor organisation continued throughout the excursion. At the buggy base there were so many groups and guides that nobody knew where they were supposed to be.
At the coffee, cocoa and chocolate stop, we bought two bottles of chocolate, two hair serums and one cream after being told the total would be $100. Instead, we were charged $121, and we never even received one of the bottles we paid for.
At the same stop, a vendor persuaded us to buy three fridge magnets, saying it would help support his family. When we got to the counter, he tried to charge us $80 for three magnets, which was ridiculous. While dealing with this, our tour guide and group left without telling us. We had to run back to the buggies to catch up.
The same thing happened again at Macao Beach. We had around 20 minutes there, but once again our group left without anyone checking whether everyone was back. Communication from the guides was almost non-existent.
The ATV ride itself was enjoyable, but it was completely overshadowed by the poor organisation, rude customer service, lack of communication, and questionable sales practices.
We paid £20 per person, but I would strongly recommend spending a little more and booking with a better-organised company. It would make for a far more enjoyable and far less stressful experience.
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Hello,
Thank you for taking the time to share such a detailed review of your experience. We sincerely apologize for the frustration and inconvenience you encountered.
First and foremost, we are very sorry for the confusion regarding your pickup time. We understand how stressful it must have been to receive urgent messages that did not match the time shown on your booking confirmation. This is not the experience we want any of our guests to have, and we are already reviewing what happened with our transportation team to ensure this does not happen again.
We also apologize for the tone of the messages you received. Courtesy and professionalism are values we take very seriously, and we regret that our communication did not reflect those standards.
Regarding the organization during the tour, your comments about the lack of coordination, the short communication from the guides, and the group leaving without checking that everyone was present are very concerning. We will share your feedback with our operations team so these issues can be addressed immediately.
We are equally sorry to hear about your experience during the shopping stops. What you described regarding the incorrect charge and the missing product is unacceptable. We will investigate this matter with the vendors involved to better understand what happened and prevent similar situations in the future.
Although we're pleased to know that you enjoyed the ATV ride itself, we regret that the overall experience did not meet your expectations due to the issues you encountered.
Your feedback is extremely valuable to us, and we genuinely appreciate you bringing these matters to our attention. We are committed to improving our communication, organization, and overall service so that every guest has the enjoyable experience they deserve.
Thank you again for your honesty, and we hope to have the opportunity to provide you with a much better experience in the future.
Warm regards,
Juana
Tropical Thrills Team 🌴
Treavor_G, Dec 2025
2 hours late picking us up!!!! We booked the 11:30. The website said pickup is at 10 and to be 5 minutes early, so we were up front waiting at 9:55. By 10:30, no one showed up so we reached out, we were told that the driver would be there by 10:50. Needless to say, the driver didn’t show up till after NOON!!! Then they had the nerve to charge us for water there after making us wait hours!
The ATV experience was decent for the price we paid, however… Expect to sit through what I call “Hulu Ads”. They say it is a Cultural experience, but they are only trying to sell you marked up products. They do not show you how the coffee, cacao, or chocolate is made or even the Mamajuana!
Too many stops to enjoy the ATV experience as much as we would have liked.
The bacterial cesspool of a cave they bring you too is far from anything in the photos, and there are vendors EVERYWHERE trying to drag you to their storefront to sell you overpriced souvenirs.
The beach was beautiful and they did take some quality photos (For 35 more dollars)!
Do yourself a favor and spend a little more money on a more quality excursion.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Thank you for taking the time to share such detailed feedback. We truly appreciate honest reviews, even when they are difficult to read, because they help us improve.
First and foremost, we sincerely apologize for the long delay in your pick-up. Waiting nearly two hours after following the instructed time is unacceptable, and we fully understand your frustration. The miscommunication regarding the driver’s arrival and the lack of accurate updates added to the inconvenience, and for that we take full responsibility. This is not the standard we aim to provide.
Regarding the water charge, we understand how this felt especially frustrating after such a long wait. Your feedback has been shared internally so we can better manage guest expectations and improve how essentials are handled on-site.
We’re glad to hear that you found the ATV experience decent for the price and that you enjoyed the beach stop and the quality photos, but we’re sorry that other parts of the tour did not meet your expectations.
The cultural stop is intended to introduce local Dominican products, but we understand your perspective and agree that it should feel more educational and less commercial. This is something we are actively reviewing with our partners to ensure the experience feels more authentic and engaging.
As for the cave and vendor presence, these locations are shared with other tour operators in the area, which can result in more crowds and vendors than expected. We regret that this did not align with the images or expectations you had, and we understand how that impacted your overall enjoyment.
Your feedback has been shared with our operations and transportation teams, and we are already working on:
Improving transportation punctuality
Providing clearer, real-time communication
Re-evaluating the flow and number of stops on the tour
We truly regret that this experience did not fully meet your expectations. Thank you again for your honesty — it helps us improve for future guests.
Jasmine_B, Aug 2025
The tour takes you to a beach and cave so wear clothes and shoes that you don’t mind getting wet and sandy. You travel through road with dirt and mud so wear a mask and glasses to cover your face. All in all the tour is fun and family friendly.
Response from Host, Aug 2025
Hi Jasmine! 🌴🛻 Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We’re thrilled you and your crew had fun exploring the beach and cave—it’s all part of the adventure! Great tip about the gear, too. We love that you found the tour family-friendly and full of excitement. Hope to welcome you back soon for another muddy, memory-making ride! —The Tropical Thrills Team
Jo_I, Jun 2025
This was an awesome excursion if you are seeking adventure. You spend a lot of time on the ATV at varying speeds. It was exhilirating. Loved it!
Response from Host, Aug 2025
¡Muchísimas gracias por compartir tu experiencia! 🌟
Nos alegra saber que disfrutaste tanto del recorrido en ATV y que viviste la adrenalina de la aventura. Nuestro objetivo es siempre brindar seguridad, diversión y paisajes increíbles para que cada momento sea inolvidable.
Esperamos verte nuevamente muy pronto para otra experiencia llena de emoción en Punta Cana. 🚙💨🌴
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