Day Trips in Punta Cana

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.

Trek into the wilderness of Dominican Republic with this day trip to Los Haitises National Park. See why this destination whose name means "highlands" or "mountain range' in the language of the indigenous people, is such a popular spot for travelers. See untouched mangroves, ancient Taino cave drawing, visit secluded beaches and pirate hideaways and learn more about the wildlife that surrounds you from your professional guide.

Experience the thrill of off-roading on a buggy tour from Punta Cana. This half-day tour takes you from the jungle to the coast, and allows you to drive your own buggy or ride as a passenger. Explore the Dominican countryside without getting lost and ride along one of the last resort-free stretches of coastline. Plus, choose from morning or afternoon departures to easily fit this tour into your schedule.

Spend a day exploring the waters off Samaná Province with a trip from Pueto Plata. Admire the lush beauty of Los Haitises National Park, cruising its mangrove swamps and endless canals via boat while watching for river shrimp and manatee. Then discover the park's petroglyph-covered caves. Learn their history as well as that of the caves' former resident, Willie Colón, before making your way to Caya Levantado. Once here, soak up some island free time swimming in crystalline waters, lounging beneath palms and savoring an oceanside buffet lunch with cocktails.

Experience the natural beauty of Los Haitises National Park during a full-day ecotourism adventure from Punta Cana - a tour with special appeal for nature lovers and first-time visitors. Learn about Dominican culture and enjoy the perfect mix of adventure and relaxation as you travel through the countryside with ease and explore the park's different habitats. A riverboat tour of Los Haitises is also included.

A great tour for nature lovers, explore the rich biodiversity of Los Haitises National Park. Board a catamaran to explore the mangrove forests and the San Lorenzo Bay. You will also explore two caves, one of which has Taino pictoglyphs still visible on the walls. Lunch at a ranch and spa deep in the countryside is included, as is free time to enjoy the grounds.

Experience the beauty and the wonder of Dominican Republic's natural wonders and indigenous people on this eco-tour to Los Haitises National Park. Follow your professional guide through unforgettable landscapes, encounter locals and learn about the lives of those who once resided in this stunning landscape.

Experience the incredible natural wonders of both Los Haitises National Park and Cayo Levantado on a day trip from Samaná. Travel by speedboat through the park's mangrove forests and along its many canals, learning about the oysters, carp, river shrimp and manatees that thrive here. Then spend some time exploring its series of petroglyph-covered caverns before setting out for Cayo Levantado's exquisite white sand beaches. Swim in its crystalline waters, wander among coconut palms, and savor a buffet lunch complete with open bar.

Immerse yourself in the natural features and indigenous cultures of Los Haitises National Park on this full-day trip from Punta Cana. With a guide providing commentary, travel through photo-worth landscapes and learn about the flora, fauna, and native Yanigua culture of the area. Stop midday for an authentic Dominican buffet lunch before cooling off under the Yanigua waterfall.

Los Haitises National Park is a national park located on the remote northeast coast of the Dominican Republicthat was established in 1976. It consists of a limestone karst plateau with conical hills, sinkholes and caverns, and there is a large area of mangrove forest on the coast.

Discover Los Haitises's natural wonders followed by a leisurely afternoon at an eco lodge on this day trip from La Romana. Explore the national park's mangrove swamps and numerous canals by boat, keeping an eye out for river shrimp, carp and manatees. Then wander its petroglyph-covered caverns, learning about the indigenous Taíno people who once inhabited the area. Search for agave plants and orchids on a rainforest hike. A buffet lunch is also included.

Explore the area around Punta Cana on this activity-packed day trip. Visit a typical Dominican house and meet the family who resides there, then stroll through cacao and coffee plantations to learn how these products are grown and harvested. Learn about the various species of butterflies on the island at a butterfly farm, then eat a traditional Dominican lunch at Paraiso Ranch. Learn to boogie board at Macao Beach or simply relax in the warm ocean. Round-trip transportation from Punta Cana hotels is included.

Visit two top Dominican Republic natural attractions in one day on this guided tour of Los Haitises National Park Preserve and Cayo Levantado (also known as Bacardi Island). Begin your day by exploring pictograph-studded ancient caves, mangrove swamps, and tropical bird nesting sites before heading off in a small boat across Samana Bay. Enjoy a buffet lunch upon arrival in Cayo Levantado, and then spend the rest of the afternoon swimming through the blue waters and lounging on white sand beaches.

Discover the remarkable scenery and wildlife of Los Haitises National Park on a full-day sightseeing cruise from La Romana to mangrove forests, seaside caverns and an idyllic tropical caye. Watch for frigatebirds and brown pelicans as you follow narrow channels through a flooded forest, spot colorful orchids and wild banyan trees then weave between the islands of San Lorenzo Bay. See the petroglyphs that early inhabitants left in hidden caves and spend a perfect afternoon on Cayo Levantado; swim, stroll or simply relax on the island's pristine white sand beaches.

Beachside cocktails, stunning views, swimming and sunbathing are all on the menu of this top day trip from Punta Cana. Enjoy the beauty of Juanillo Beach before taking to the waters on a scenic catamaran cruise to a remote Caribbean Sea sandbar. After a refreshing dip, wander the tropical jungle of a nearby nature reserve en route to one of the nation's hidden cenotes. This indulgent trip includes a four-course lobster lunch, an all-day open bar and hotel pick up and drop off, too. Make the most of your Dominica Republic stay with this tour that's high on topical island vibes.

Plan your day at La Hacienda Park ahead of time by booking this full-day tour, including transportation. While there, you'll participate in three activities: horseback riding, ATV riding, and a visit to a local Dominican farm. Traditional Dominican lunch and round-trip transportation from Bavaro, Punta Cana, Uvero Alto, and Bayahibe included.

Tour the lush rainforests of Los Haitises National Park, followed by a lobster lunch on the stunning island of Cayo Levantado. Enjoy a light breakfast after departing Puerto Plata, then set off to explore the park via speedboat. Keep an eye out for oysters, manatees and other wildlife while your captain navigates through dense mangrove swamps and along dozens of canals. Journey into the park's petroglyph-covered caverns and learn their history. Afterward head to 'Bacardi Island' for a buffet lunch, open bar and ample free time at a private beach.