Ports of Call Tours in Puerto Plata

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.

Once your cruise ship docks in Puerto Plata's Amber Cove, discover the secluded Damajagua Waterfalls on this full-day trip. Tucked in the hills of the Dominican Republic's Northern Corridor, explore twelve of twenty-seven pristine falls cascading over limestone with your local guide. Get a short safety briefing, then jump, swim and slide down natural waterslides. Lunch, beverages, safety equipment and round-trip transportation from the cruise terminal are included. Please read about the option to go all the way to the top in the exclusions section.

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.

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.

Combine a trip to Damjagua, a zipline adventure, and a stop at a petting zoo during this shore excursion from the Amber Cove port. Round-trip transportation and a traditional Dominican lunch are included.

Get a true taste of Dominican life on this tour of Puerto Plata from Amber Cove. Make the most of your time in port and book your shore excursion in advance, knowing that this tour will give you a full picture of Dominican history, culture, and folklore. With all transportation included and commentary from your guides, you'll learn about the city and additionally get to taste some of its best food and drinks.

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.

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.

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.