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Half-Day Punta Cana Lagoon Tour with Catamaran Cruise & Snorkeling

Los Haitises National Park with Montana Redonda, River and Lunch from Punta Cana

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Saona Island Day Trip with Private Ground Transportation

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Los Haitises National Park with Montana Redonda, River and Lunch from Punta Cana

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Saona Island Day Trip with Private Ground Transportation

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We had a delay and pick uhorseback punta cana 3/2024p from our…

We had a delay and pick up from our resort and later (really late) that evening I real8zed some of the pi tunes from our group were missing on my photo drive. They made quick work of it the next day emailing g me the .missing picture. Great communication for everything. 10/10 would recommend for this beach ride. We had an excellent time!

Date of experience : March 06, 2024

Private boat tour

Great communication by Claudio. Very organized and professional. My family of 5 did a private boat tour to Saona Island, Playa El Toro, and the Natural Pool where we saw beautiful big star fish. It was an amazing day. Would highly recommend this excursion and LPC Tours!!

Date of experience : December 17, 2023

Los Haitises Park Trip

If you’re looking at booking this trip, please do not hesitate. Me and my partner had an absolutely fantastic time, Joe (the guide) was nothing short of amazing and made it thoroughly enjoyable for us - even stopping at points to pick fresh fruit from trees to share with us! It is a long trip so be prepared for that, but it’s worth every penny if you want to experience DR outside of your hotel resort. We’d come back to the DR in a heartbeat because of this trip, it showed how stunning the country is outside of its beaches. Thank you for a wonderful trip and memories that will last a lifetime! *Edit: Gave 2 stars by accident! Updated to 5*

Date of experience : May 18, 2023

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Hi Lauren, i see you gave us only 2 stars but reading the review seems you enjoyed the Los Haitises tour you booked with us, so we are glad you had a good time. We'll also tell Joel about your review. take care!

A Perfect Day Trip!

Jonathan was absolutely amazing! He brought our group of 6 to Santo Domingo from Punta Cana and made sure we got to see as much of the sites as we could. We didn’t feel rushed and learned a lot of interesting facts. Thank you!

Date of experience : November 23, 2023

We had a really great time

We had a really great time… the staff was very friendly. Although we did not have our add-ons Claudia reached out and made sure everything was made right. I really appreciated that. As a traveI agent i would highly recommend this tour especially if you have a fun group and want a private tour.

Date of experience : October 07, 2023

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Is it safe to do excursions in punta cana.

Absolutely. Punta Cana is one of the safest towns in the Dominican Republic. There are many things to do in punta cana and excursions are a big part of that. The only thing you need to be careful about is being aware of your surroundings and keeping track of your belongings while you’re out exploring. We invite you to read our article on how safe is Punta Cana.

How much are excursions in Punta Cana?

The excursions in punta cana are fairly affordable, so you don’t have to worry about blowing your budget. Most excursions are roughly $50-75 USD per person, with two excursions usually costing around $100-150. Excursions will take you to many of Punta cana’s most scenic and breathtaking destinations for a reasonable price, which is especially nice if you’re traveling on a budget.

What excursions to do in Punta Cana?

If you’re in search of things to do in Punta Cana, excursions are sure to be at or near the top of your list. The Dominican Republic is home to some of Central America’s most beautiful beaches and water sports, as well as a number of other fun-filled activities that you can enjoy during your stay. These are some of the must do activities during your stay:

Saona Island excursion from Punta Cana with Open Bar and Lunch

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The prices are comparable, but you can usually find better deals online. If you can get a discount for booking ahead of time, you should definitely take advantage of it to save money. But, most importantly, focus on saving time. Having everything in place before you arrive is often far more valuable than saving $20, for example. This way, you can ensure that everything goes according to plan.

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Private Catamaran Booze Cruise & Snorkeling

Punta Cana Party Boat & Snorkeling excursion is for people who love great music, friendly people, delicious tropical rum cocktails and a great party under the tropical sun!

Monkeyland & Jungle Buggies Combo

Come ride a buggy at Monkeyland! We have the most amazing Jungle Buggies. You can enjoy them for hours on end in complete safety and comfort.

Ocean Spa in Punta Cana

Doctor Fish Ocean Spa in Punta Cana is the best way to get that perfect relaxation in Punta Cana! Do you want a spa experience like no other?

Triple Jungle Adventure Combo: Monkeyland, Ziplines & Buggies (Shared)

You will be taken far into Punta Cana’s jungle off-the-beaten-path by the Jungle Buggies trip. Squirrel monkey interactions, river swimming, and our ziplines are all on the itinerary!

Small Group Private Party Boat in Punta Cana (Up to 14 people)

Private boat charter in Punta Cana. Explore the ocean, drink coconuts at a virgin beach, and party in natural pools.

Catalina Island Snorkeling tour From Punta Cana (w/ Lunch)

Experience turquoise waters, marine life, and coral formations, as well as a private beach and a Dominican BBQ feast.

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Punta Cana is not just about the beaches

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For an exhilarating ride, try booking a buggy ride through the back roads of Punta Cana.  You can enjoy this family-friendly activity while enjoying the beautiful Dominican scenery! 

Coco Bongo is a popular nightclub and entertainment venue in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic.

Dinner in the Sky

Dinner in the Sky is a world-renowned dining experience in the sky is now available in Punta Cana!

Home of one of the stops of the PGA Tour, Punta Cana has become a great destination for golf aficionados.

Hoyo azul (meaning blue hole) is a cenote located inside of Scape Park, located in the Cap Cana area of Punta Cana!

The Isla Saona, also known as Saona Island, is famous for its pristine beaches, where white sands outline turquoise waters. 

Ojos Indigenas

A Reserve that consists of 12 beautiful freshwater lagoons formed by an underground river that comes up to the surface in different spots.

Parque Nacional del Este

The Parque Nacional del Este is a national park located in Bayahibe that extends to the beaches of Saona Island.

Playa Blanca

Playa Blanca is a beachside restaurant with a menu of delicious fish, steak and seafood. Enjoy a drink with friends at the bar or on the beach. Catering services are available for all occasions.

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Punta Cana Tours was founded by 3 normal guys who all shared a dream of making a living in the Dominican Republic. Easier said than done!

One way tickets to Paradise

Garry arrived from Haiti in 2005, TJ from New York in 2006 and Ken from Anguila in 2008; each of us with two suitcases and a dream of living full time in the Caribbean.

By late 2010, that Caribbean dream was pretty grim for TJ and Ken. After years of working together at  dr1.com  (a local English language tourism website) and just scraping by, Ken returned to the U.S. to be with his ailing father and TJ took a 6-month contract job for the Dominican Ministry of Tourism – in London of all places!

Garry, on the other hand, fared a bit better. Working his way up the Punta Cana tour operator ranks, he went from Transport Guide to Airport Manager for Sunwing, a major Canadian vacation company. Making good money but regularly working 12 hour days and nights, Garry was exhausted.

A Caribbean Dream

Garry had started a small tour operator side gig, in 2007, he named Caribbean Dream (perfect name for our story huh?). TJ and Ken knew of Caribbean Dream too. Over the years they’d helped Garry try and market his business on  dr1.com .

But in early 2011, while working in London for the Dominican Ministry of Tourism, TJ had an idea – to partner up! He was meeting lots of travel agents interested in selling the DR, Garry had his side gig tour operator in Punta Cana and Ken, the tech guy, could put our entire idea online.

A leap of faith and a stroke of luck

So, Garry quit his big job, TJ turned down a full-time position with the Ministry of Tourism, Ken made peace with the passing of his father…and we got to work.

We started selling our tours 100% online. At the time, tours were sold mainly in hotel lobbies with a tour rep. We wish we could say we knew what we were doing! But we tripped over an opportunity and Caribbean Dream grew into one of the most trusted tour operators in Punta Cana; pioneering online sales for excursions and transport.

Punta Cana Tours

During the pandemic we re-branded the company name to match the web domain we purchased during our humble beginnings in 2011 ( puntacanatours.com ). 

Fortunately, the pandemic is over; travel is back and Punta Cana is back! And we’re still TJ, Ken and Garry ready to answer your questions and offer up an unforgettable experience in our tiny corner of the Caribbean.

Thank you for reading our story and we thank you for choosing us. What a ride it’s been and we’re just getting started!

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The 15 best Punta Cana adventures – tours, activities and DIY adventures

Are you looking for some real adventures but are not sure which activities get your adrenaline flowing? We have you covered! The following article is explaining in detail the best Punta Cana adventures on the water, in the air and on land. It doesn’t matter if you’re looking for a full-service adventure excursion where you don’t have to take care of anything (including pick-up and drop-off from your resort) or some unique DIY adventures in Punta Cana where you explore the hidden secrets of the Dominican Republic. This guide with the best Punta Cana adventures gets you covered.

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Top Rated Punta Cana Adventures

Each person defines adventures as something different. While for some people it is already an adventure traveling to the Dominican Republic, others are craving pure wilderness, local experiences, adrenalin-rushing activities or athletic performances. This is why this Punta Cana adventure guide covers both:

– Guided excursions and activities , which are true adventures (and not just “adventures of your lifetime” in terms of the marketing speech) – DIY adventures for seasoned travelers and experienced outdoor freaks – Furthermore, we also include some hybrid adventures, which are the best of both worlds

If you don’t want to read until the end, here is our recommendation for the best adventure in Punta Cana in each category:

Best Punta Cana adventure excursion: Xtreme Buggy Adventure Punta Cana * Best Punta Cana DIY adventure: Salto de la Jalda Best other adventure in Punta Cana: Power adventures Punta Cana *

The 5 best Punta Cana adventure excursions

Let’s start with the best Punta Cana adventure tours and excursions. Those can be seen as all-inclusive adventures, as you get picked up at your resort, get dropped off again and enjoy full services such as guides, transport and equipment (if necessary). Those adventure excursions are perfect for those who’re looking for some adrenaline-rushing activities without foregoing the safety and security of an organized excursion in Punta Cana . Let’s have a look at the 5 best Punta Cana adventures when heading on an organized tour.

Zipline Adventure in Punta Cana

One of the most popular Punta Cana adventure tours is ziplining. As you can read here , there are various Zipline adventures in Punta Cana , among them the one at Bavaro Adventure Park Punta Cana * or the canopy adventure Punta Cana with Bavaro Runners *. However, in my opinion, the most adventurous zipline in Punta Cana is the one at Scape Park Punta Cana .

The reason for the Scape Park zipline being the most adventurous one is that it not only includes 8 cables, but it also has a short Via Ferrata included. Furthermore, you can enjoy a hammock zipline as well as a water zipline (in addition to the 8 cables) which are great fun and will guarantee long-lasting memories.

What’s unique about ziplining is that you feel like you’re flying, which is already an adventure in itself. Add the perfect Punta Cana scenery, some beautiful ocean views and a pretty quick speed when ziplining (at least at some of the cables) and you have the perfect ingredients for your zipline adventure in Punta Cana .

Why it is one of the best Punta Cana adventures: ziplining in general is a great organized and safe adventure + this particular zipline offers water fun and hammock ziplines. Pricing: find the best prices for ziplining here * Further information: the best ziplines in Punta Cana – your canopy adventure in paradise

Parasailing

Let’s continue with another Punta Cana adventure you can have up in the air: parasailing. This is particularly perfect when you don’t want to leave your resort in Punta Cana for too long as this is a rather quick adventure. In case you don’t know what’s parasailing, that’s the activity where you start on the boat, get spanned under a kind of parachute and later fly up into the air once the boat is moving. However, you are secured with a robust cable, hence you can enjoy your time up there safe and sound.

When considering a parasailing adventure in Punta Cana, there are two great things about it: first of all, you can enjoy a similar feeling flying as it is with ziplining, even though it is not as quick. Second, the views of the coastline, the white beaches in Punta Cana and the several all-inclusive resorts are simply stunning, hence you will have a great time in the air.

Why it is one of the best Punta Cana adventures: a rather quick adventure, but seeing Punta Cana from above is breathtaking Pricing: find the best prices for parasailing here *

Hiking adventure in Punta Cana

If you’re looking for a nature adventure in Punta Cana but don’t want to head on some of the DIY adventures mentioned further below, a hiking trip in Punta Cana might be the right thing for you. Considering that you might stay in your resort for most of the time, such a trip into nature will be a great adventure to explore the local wildlife, see the lush vegetation and get to know some of the secrets the Dominican Republic has to offer. Particularly as this excursion is mostly done in very small groups, you can also fully immerse into the local nature.

If you book this recommended hiking excursion * as your personal Punta Cana adventure, you will head to the Anamuya Mountains and have an approximate 2-3 hour hike at a relaxed pace, hence it is suitable for nearly all kinds of travelers. Following some farmers’ trails and unmarked hiking paths, your local guide will explain everything about the plants, fruits and smaller wildlife you’ll see along your way.

Why it is one of the best Punta Cana adventures: having a little workout and getting immersed in nature is a great and unique combination Pricing: find the best prices for hiking tours here * Further information: Hiking in Punta Cana – the best excursions and trails

Xtreme Buggy Adventure Punta Cana

There are many Punta Cana buggy tours out there, but only a few of them offer a true adventure in Punta Cana. Particularly the cheap so-called dune buggy adventures are more a combination of some decent off-road driving fun and shopping stuff, hence it is not necessarily recommended to book those tours if looking for a proper adventure.

Much better are some of the REAL buggy adventures, which are also described in our Punta Cana Buggy Guide . One of them is the so-called Punta Cana Xtreme Buggy Adventure *, which takes you in very small groups out through the untouched countryside of Punta Cana. Particularly during the full-day tour, you see authentic local villages far away from Punta Cana, unspoiled countryside and pristine beaches where usually not a single tourist is going – this is a true Dominican Republic adventure.

When booking the Xtreme Buggy Adventure Punta Cana it is important to know how to drive with a manual stick shift.

Why it is one of the best Punta Cana adventures: pretty adventurous full-day buggy excursion with areas where no other tour is heading to Pricing: find the best prices for Xtreme buggy adventure * Further information: The best dune buggy adventure tours in Punta Cana (Tested and hand-picked)

If you don’t know how to drive a manual stick shift, you can also opt for an ATV Adventure in Punta Cana. The general idea is similar to the dune buggy adventure , but you are driving a sturdy ATV along the off-roads of Punta Cana. It pays off as well to check which of the Punta Cana ATV/Polaris adventure tours you’re booking, as some are just following the paths along the tourist trails.

One of the great ATV adventures in Punta Cana is the Flintstone Buggy Adventure . This tour leads you into the unpopulated backcountry of Punta Cana, where you’re speeding through unpaved roads, along uncleared scrubland, admiring how drastically Punta Cana is changing within a few miles after leaving the resort area. You’ll also visit a typical local Colmado in the countryside (which is not that adventurous though) and a pretty cool cave system.

Particularly the many trails off the beaten track makes this tour a great Punta Cana adventure and it is combined with some great learnings too.

Why it is one of the best Punta Cana adventures: reasonably priced ATV adventure tour in Punta Cana off-the-beaten-track and with interesting local insights Pricing: find the best prices for the ATV adventure here * Further information: The best dune buggy adventure tours in Punta Cana (Tested and hand-picked)

The 5 best Punta Cana DIY adventures

Are you a true adventure lover and can’t sit still for just a few minutes? Are you always looking for the most extreme experiences when on holiday? Do you want to know the hidden gems in the east of the Dominican Republic? Then the following DIY adventures in Punta Cana are for you. All involve a certain kind of organization before your trip, but I’ll try to explain them in detail as much as possible. Furthermore, most of these Punta Cana adventures require a rental car . If you haven’t booked one so far, check out this article about the best rental car companies in Punta Cana .

Saona Overnight Adventure

If I would have to pick one, the Saona Overnight Tour might be my favorite adventure in Punta Cana. You might know Isla Saona as one of the most popular excursions in Punta Cana , but this 2-day adventure is definitely different as you hardly will see any other tourists during these days.

The basis of this Punta Cana adventure tour is the small village of Mano Juan at beautiful and paradisical Saona Island . While most day trips only head to the easily accessible beach on Saona, Mano Juan is a bit further away and therefore only receives a small trickle of tourists who are heading every day to the island. It is also the only village on the island and is home to only three guesthouses. The most recommendable of them is Saona Beach House *.

The unique thing about this adventure is that hardly anyone is overnighting in Mano Juan. You’ll have the whole village for yourself once the day trippers are gone, time seems to have forgotten this place. You might not always have electricity here, but you will have fantastic beaches, great views and a Robinson Crusoe island vibe all for yourself. Furthermore, it is recommended to hike (or take a boat) to Canto de la Playa (approx. 1.5 hours flat walking per way), one of the most beautiful beaches in the Dominican Republic . And again, you most likely have the whole beach on your own.

To organize this trip, you have to drive to Bayahibe and park your car at the harbor. There is a boat leaving every morning around 9 am (can be 9 am, can be 10 am – remember, we’re on island time) from Bayahibe towards Mano Juan. The boat back leaves Mano Juan/Saona Island around 2.30 pm. This can be done as a day trip as well, but the adventure is much more worth it if you organize it as a 2 day-trip.

For further information, make sure to read the full Saona Island guide .

It is recommended to pre-book Saona Beach House *.

Why it is one of the best Punta Cana adventures: a paradise just for you alone, without any tourists – isn’t this enough of an adventure? Pricing: Approx. 25 USD for the ferry per way per person + 70-80 USD for a double room per couple + food + transport from Punta Cana to Bayahibe Further information: Excursion to Isla Saona 2023 – everything you need to know for your hassle-free Saona Island Tour

Salto de la Jalda

Salto de la Jalda is my favorite Punta Cana adventure when it comes to outdoor activities in Punta Cana. It is the highest waterfall in the Dominican Republic but hardly explored as the hike is pretty long – which makes it a perfect adventure as you usually have the entire place for yourself.

Salto de la Jalda is also one of the best options when it comes to hikes in Punta Cana . You should count around 10-14 miles for the return trip, depending on your type of rental car in Punta Cana . The hike starts in the community of Magua, around 2 hours drive away from most of the all-inclusive resorts in Punta Cana . If you have an Economy car, you have to park close to the main road and walk the full 14 miles (return). If you rent an SUV with higher clearance, you can head closer to the trailhead and can start for a 10-mile hike (round trip) approximately.

While 10 (or even 14 miles) sounds pretty long, the hike is not too strenuous as it mostly covers flat terrain. You’ll pass cocoa plantations and cross the river a couple of times, just the last mile or so has a few steeper inclinations. Your reward will be the views of an amazing waterfall dropping around 400 feet – the highest in the Dominican Republic – where you even can have a dip into.

If you want to tackle this hike, it is recommended that you have experience following GPS trails and hiking in tropical terrain. You have to take all your snacks and drinks (at least 4 liters of water) as there is no opportunity to buy something during the hike. If you’re not used to hiking on your own on non-marked hiking trails, it is recommendable to go with a guide, which you can book here *. You also need a vehicle to get to Magua, it is best to rent a car in Punta Cana .

Why it is one of the best Punta Cana adventures: having the highest waterfall in a country completely on your own and combining it with a 10-mile hike through untouched nature sounds like a pretty cool DIY adventure Pricing: completely for free if you have your own means of transport (otherwise, check rental car prices here * or get a taxi) + guide fee if you need one ( you can book it here * but a local guide would be cheaper) Further information: Salto de la Jalda – the highest waterfall in the Caribbean

Hike to Salto de los Mosquitos

If 10-14 miles sounds like a hike that is too long for you, you could check out Salto de los Mosquitos, which involves a much shorter distance. As this Punta Cana waterfall is hardly known by anyone, it is another perfect Punta Cana adventure off-the-beaten-track.

Salto de los Mosquitos is actually a name I was awarding to the waterfall. Guess why? Because there are (usually) a lot of mosquitos around. Still, it is a rewarding jungle adventure, especially as you can combine it with a trip to Loma Linda, an (abandoned) mountain similar to Montaña Redonda , featuring incredible views.

The hike to Salto de los Mosquitos takes around 1.5 hours one-way, mostly uphill, but with a decent inclination. If you want to add Loma Linda to your hiking adventure, add another 30 minutes. The trailhead is at Rancho Terranova in Las Lisas. As long as you don’t have experience using GPS apps and trail trackers, you should go with a guide from this pretty cool restaurant and ranch, where you can also have a typical Dominican lunch afterwards. Particularly on Sundays, there is a large local audience present here enjoying the pool and loud Latin music. But don’t worry, they all only come to party, the hiking trails you will have completely on your own.

To get here, take your rental car from Punta Cana and head to Las Lisas, approximately one hour away from most all-inclusive resorts. Here you can easily park and start your hiking adventure. As mentioned, if you don’t have a GPS, ask for a guide at Rancho Terranova.

Why it is one of the best Punta Cana adventures: perfect for those who want to explore Punta Cana on a hike with decent length and difficulty Pricing: 200-300 DOP entrance fee to Rancho Terranova + guide fee if you need one (I don’t have the prices but I would calculate with around 1500-2500 DOP per group) Further information: All waterfalls reachable from Punta Cana in under 3 hours

Road-Trip to Los Haitises National Park

If hiking in Punta Cana is not yours, but you’re still looking for a proper Punta Cana adventure, how about a mini road trip through this part of the Dominican Republic ? A perfect destination if you’d like to combine beautiful nature with impressions from the countryside and some unique things to do in Punta Cana and around.

The great thing about a road trip to Los Haitises National Park is that you can opt for this DIY adventure from Punta Cana as a 1-day, 2-day or 3-day tour. While a 1-day trip is perfect if you have a booking at one of Punta Canas’ all-inclusive resorts for the entire duration of your vacation, a road trip for 2 days is certainly better as this allows you not only to enjoy the national park much more, it also allows you to sleep in one of the most amazing eco-lodges in Punta Cana and the Dominican Republic, Paraiso Caño Hondo *. It is a beautiful hotel amidst the national park, surrounded by several waterfalls directly on the property, which are forming various natural pools to swim in. The views particularly from the upper rooms are also amazing and the surrounding is as natural as you can imagine. From Paraiso Caño Hondo, you can head on several tours through the national park, among them by boat, by kayak or by hiking.

To get here, it is best to rent a car in Punta Cana and drive on a newly-paved road to Sabana de la Mar. From here, it is just around 25 minutes on a dirt road until you reach Los Haitises National Park. The tours in the park can either be prebooked here or reserved directly with your accommodation. To complete this Punta Cana road-trip adventure, some stops on the way are recommended such as at Montaña Redonda , in Miches or at Playa Esmeralda.

Why it is one of the best Punta Cana adventures: enjoy a personalized road trip from Punta Cana and visit one of the most beautiful national parks in the Dominican Republic Pricing: there is no entrance fee for the national park. You just need a vehicle (rental cars starting from around 40 USD per day incl. full insurance) + accommodation (approx. 60 USD per person incl. half-board) Further information: Los Haitises National Park – a wonderful excursion or road-trip from Punta Cana

Last but not least I have another road-trip adventure for you – but this time it is just a day trip from Punta Cana , hence no overnight accommodation is necessary. This Punta Cana road trip features two of the most pristine beaches in Punta Cana and the Dominican Republic – hence it is perfect if you’re a beach lover and are looking for an adventure in Punta Cana.

Playa Esmeralda is one of the best beaches in the Dominican Republic and is particularly remarkable for its slightly half-moon-shaped bay. Besides one resort that opened shortly after Covid-19, this more than 2-miles long beach is completely pristine and features perfect turquoise and usually serene water.

Playa La Vacama is a particularly wild beach north of Punta Cana and can mark a great stop on your way as well. If you head to Costa Arrecife *, you can have a delicious beachfront lunch here in a rustic setting. They even have tents here if you’re looking for an extra adventure in Punta Cana and would like to camp directly at the beach.

Both beaches can be combined perfectly as they are both in the same direction from Punta Cana, not more than 75 minutes away from most all-inclusive resorts .

Why it is one of the best Punta Cana adventures: two very different but beautiful beaches combined into a unique road-trip adventure Pricing: the beaches are free in the Dominican Republic. You only need your vehicle (rental cars starting from 50 USD per day). Further information: the best beaches in the Dominican Republic

5 other adventures in Punta Cana

There are some other activities, excursions and tours in Punta Cana which are also called adventure. It is a great marketing word as you imply that someone will have unlimited fun and a lot of action. But can those kinds of excursions really be counted as a Punta Cana adventure tour? Let’s have a look!

Power adventures Punta Cana

Power adventures is a term used in Punta Cana to describe a combination of various water sports activities. Especially when you love to explore the ocean from above and from below, it is a great option. Considering you have so many different activities on one day, the Power adventures Punta Cana are indeed a pretty cool option to enjoy action and fun.

Usually, this kind of package consists of the following four adventures in Punta Cana: – snorkeling – hookah diving – a party boat cruise – parasailing

To book this kind of combo excursion, you have the following options: – the initial Power adventure Punta Cana package with 4 activities * – a Power adventure package with 3 activities (snorkeling, hookah diving, party boat) * – a Power adventure package with 3 activities (snuba snorkeling, parasailing, catamaran) *

Hispaniola Aquatic Adventures

Talking about Punta Cana adventures in the water, Hispaniola Aquatic Adventures might be another option you come across when looking for suitable tours. However, don’t expect big ocean adventures here which get your adrenaline pumping as they offer mostly regular catamaran tours and snorkeling trips along the coast of Punta Cana .

The tours with Hispaniola Aquatic Adventures Punta Cana are recommendable but it is nothing that gets your heart pumping. If you’re looking for a relaxed quality cruise along the coastline of Punta Cana with a catamaran , you might check them out.

Runners Adventures Punta Cana

You might have heard of Runners Adventures Punta Cana, a tour company in Punta Cana offering a wide variety of tours and excursions . Are they actually offering real Punta Cana adventures, maybe even runners’ adventures?

Yes and No! On the one hand, they don’t offer any Punta Cana adventure tours or excursions which makes them particularly adventurous. And they also don’t offer particular adventures for runners. Most of their tours are regular Punta Cana excursions such as a trip to Salto El Limón and the Samaná peninsula , whale-watching excursions or culture trips to Santo Domingo .

On the other hand, they also offer ziplining and ATV tours (which are called Jungle Buggies in their description), tour types of activities that already have been described as some cool Punta Cana adventures. Taking this into consideration, there are two cool things about this: – Their zipline circuit is among the longest in Punta Cana, including 12 cables and the longest zipline in the Dominican Republic . Hence yes, this zipline tour is also pretty adventurous. – You can book the ATV Jungle Buggy Tour and the Zipline of Runners Adventures as a combo excursion *, meaning you can have two cool adventures in Punta Cana in one day.

Bavaro Adventure Park

According to the name, Bavaro Adventure Park Punta Cana sounds like a pretty cool adventure in Punta Cana, doesn’t it?

And indeed it is – if you’re looking for a family adventure in Punta Cana. The different areas and activities of the park will make kids of all ages pretty happy and I am sure they will have an amazing day. Especially the zipline is a very family-friendly activity , but also the horseback rides or the waterfall pool is a great option for kids.

However, if you’re only traveling as a group of adults and are looking for adrenaline, some of the adventures above might be better suitable to satisfy your thirst for adrenaline and action.

Btw, there are other adventure parks in Punta Cana (besides Bavaro Adventure Park) which offer similar experiences incl. great adventures for families, for example, La Hacienda Park Adventure Punta Cana *.

Adventure Boogies Punta Cana

Last but not least, let’s talk about Adventure Boogies Punta Cana (sometimes also referred to as Adventure Buggies Punta Cana). They are one of the many dune buggy adventure tour operators in Punta Cana and one of the few ones which have their own route, even though they also head on the typical tracks to Macao Beach and a cave where you can swim.

Even though Adventure Boogies Punta Cana is one of the better dune buggy adventures, I would still recommend one of the adventures mentioned above in the first section – either the Xtreme dune buggy adventure or the ATV Tour with the Flintstones Buggy Adventure – they are simply more adventurous.

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Hey, I am Chris, a born and raised German, travel-addictive and Caribbean Soul. Since 2011 I have been living in the Caribbean, among them 5 years in the Dominican Republic. Punta Cana is my home-base here in the country and I’d love to tell you more about how to experience Punta Cana off-the-beaten-track and give you all the advice you want to know for your vacation in Punta Cana.

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