Tours and Trips in Dominican Republic

Pilot your own all-terrain vehicle (ATV) through the Dominican Republic's tropical wilderness on this half-day tour. With a guide in the lead, you won't have to worry about navigation or directions; just focus on the scenery and enjoying the wild ride. Stop by local coffee and chocolate plantations and explore Taino Ecological Park, where you can swim in a freshwater cenote. End up relaxing on idyllic Macao Beach.

When your cruise ship docks in Amber Cove, use the time ashore in the Dominican Republic to experience the rain forest and its diverse ecosystem. With all transportation provided from the port, visit Damajagua Waterfalls and take a hike into the forest, then jump and slide down the falls under the supervision of your guide. On the way back to port, dance, socialize, and sip rum punch on the party bus.

Enjoy this all inclusive excursion to the beautiful Boca de Yuma in the Dominican Republic. You will be picked up from your resort and taken to Boca de Yuma where you will be able to go snorkeling, kayaking, ride on a banana boat, go body surfing, relax on a beautiful secluded beach, go on a cave tour or visit the house of Spanish Explorer Ponce de Leon's house. Refreshments and a sit-down lunch are provided, as well as hotel pickup and drop-off.

Experience the natural beauty and lush landscapes of the Samana Peninsula on this day trip from Punta Cana that includes a visit to El Limon Waterfall and Cayo Levantado. Travel the countryside in a comfortable air-conditioned coach and explore Samana by catamaran. This trip includes horseback riding in the Sierra de Samana mountains, a savory local lunch at El Malecon and a stop at the white sandy beach of Cayo Levantado.

Take this action-packed all-inclusive Punta Cana 4WD ATV tour, where the mud will fly and you'll get down and dirty as a guide threads the way through country roads and trails in northern Punta Cana. Make a stop to try locally produced coffee, rum, wine, and honey. Continue on in search of a natural cave with an underground water source. Take a tip to cool off before heading to Macao Beach.

From historic attractions to scenic vista points, Puerto Plata has plenty to keep visitors entertained. See the best of the city in a short time frame on this Puerto Plata shore excursion, which includes 10 top area attractions such as the San Felipe Fortress and the historic Victorian district. A small-group limit keeps the tour more personal, while an open bar keeps you feeling like you're on vacation.

Enjoy the open countryside on this full-day, guided, ATV tour that includes visits to a cigar rolling factory, secluded beach, and a Dominican lunch. After a safety briefing and training, set off along the coast. Pass by locals, scenery, animals, and vegetation and stop for lunch and swim break at the beach. Head home in a safari-style vehicle while relaxing with a cool rum drink.

Take a break from the beach on this adventurous Dominican Republic eco-tour. Hike along a forest trail and across streams as your guide fills you in on the area's local wildlife - including trees, birds, and other plants - all en route to a fabulous waterfall. Tour includes port pickup and drop-off from Puerto Plata, making this an ideal Dominican Republic shore excursion.

Dare to explore the largest cave in the Caribbean. Experience the underground beauty of Dominican Republic on this day trip from Punta Cana to the tunnels of Fun Fun Cave. Ride horses through Los Haitises National Park, repel to the depths of the caves and learn about the history, biodiversity and culture of the place from your expert local guide. Round-trip hotel transport is included.

Find your inner equestrian during this half-day, guided horseback riding tour through the Dominican countryside. Meet your horse, receive instructions on how to ride and then set off at a leisurely pace to through fields, farms, and across streams. Pass by indigenous rock paintings and ascend to a lookout to see the scenery from above before visiting a ranch.

Spend a half day hanging out at Boca Chica, a Caribbean beach located just 40 minutes outside of Santo Domingo, on this tour. Listen to merengue music, sample Dominican cuisine (for purchase) at the Bocana Restaurant, and explore the sandy beach. Pckup and drop-off from select hotels included.

Learn how Dominican rum is made from cane to cup on this tour of a sugarcane field from Bavaria. Not only do you see a traditional sugarcane mill, but you also learn how cigars are rolled. Then, take a horseback ride through the mountains to reach a typical village where you stop to sample fresh coffee, cacao, and tropical fruits.

Experience the incredible beauty of some 1,500 humpback whales navigating the waters of the Bay of Samana on this incredible wildlife tour. Between January and March, travelers have the chance to enjoy close encounters with upwards of 300 of these gentle giants in one of the World Wildlife Fund's top destinations for whale watching.

Journey into the tropical rain forest near Puerto Plata to explore the 27 Waterfalls of Damajagua, a series of cascading waterfalls, canyons, and bright azure pools. Trek to the 12th waterfall or all the way to the top of the 27th with a local guide, and then jump, swim, and slide your way back down. Afterwards, refuel with a Dominican buffet-style lunch. Plus, hotel pickup and drop-off from Puerto Plata is included.

Get some relaxation with your exploration during this half-day, guided, historical tour of Puerto Plata that ends with lounging at a beachside resort. Learn about this vibrant city and then head to Golden Beach where a sunbed and cocktail are waiting for you. Take a swim in the ocean and order some food (own expense) before heading back to your departure point.

Let a local guide show you the best dive sites in Bayahibe during this multi-day, 8-dive scuba adventure. Pick morning or afternoon tours, where you'll enjoy two or three dives for an in-depth close encounter with the incredible marine life in the area. Visit the St. George or Atlantic Princess shipwreck sites, dive the Catalina Garden, and float among gorgeous reefs like Cocas, Dominicus, and El Faro.

Explore Santo Domingo, the oldest city in the Americas, on this 12-hour tour from Punta Cana. Stop  at 'Los Tres Ojos', a limestone caves containing a series of three lakes, to learn about the Dominican Republic's native Taino Indians. Stroll through the streets of Santo Domingo's Colonial Zone with your local guide, snapping photos and learning about the city's history. Eat a traditional Dominican buffet lunch and choose to spend time shopping for souvenirs.

Immerse yourself in Dominican country life during this 8-hour safari from La Romana. Learn about sugar cane harvesting and production, including the process to make it into the country's famous rum. Visit Nuestra Sra. de Altagracia Catedral and take a horseback ride through the lush landscape. Buffet lunch and round-trip hotel transportation included.

Immerse yourself in the culture of Dominican Republic during this Santo Domingo sightseeing tour from Punta Cana. Learn about local life, explore city streets and landmarks with an expert guide and check out the natural lagoons known as Los Tres Ojos. Make stops at the famous Columbus Lighthouse, Alcazar Colon--the first cathedral--and more as part of this all-inclusive experience that's perfect for families and first-time visitors.

Explore Punta Cana's surrounding landscape by land and water during a 9-hour day trip. Go back in time with a visit to Altos de Chavón, a replica of a medieval Mediterranean village. Board a double decker boat for a cruise down the Chavón River, then transfer to a catamaran for a sailing adventure to Catalina Island. While on the island, dig in to a buffet lunch and use the provided snorkeling equipment to explore the underwater world. Round-trip transportation from select Punta Cana hotels is available.