Get off the beaten path in an open-top safari truck during this 5.5-hour adventure from Puerto Plata. Explore the Dominican Republic's North Coast, learning about the local history, culture, and ecosystem from your guides. Lunch, open bar, and round-trip transportation from Puerto Plata hotels are included.
5-hour safari truck ride through the Dominican Republic's rural north coast
Pickup and drop-off in Puerto Plata
Open bar and buffet lunch
Swim in a freshwater river
Visit a local farm and school
Relax on a hidden beach
Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
Beverages
Bottled water
Buffet lunch
Food tasting
Unlimited drinks (open bar)
Hotel pickup and drop-off (time is not included in tour duration of 5.5 hours)
Exclusions
Gratuities (recommended)
Departure & Return
Departure point
Puerto Plata, Sosua, and Cabarete hotels
Departure Time
9:00amHotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.
What To Expect
Enjoy convenient pickup at your Puerto Plata hotel at 9am; alternatively, make your way to the Sousa or Cabarete hotel for pickup.Climb into the open-top, safari-style truck, equipped with a bumping sound system and an open bar on the back. Hold on to your seats as the truck winds up through the back roads to Mount Isabella, passing through local villages and stopping at some scenic vistas for photos. Make a visit to a local fruit, coffee, and chocolate plantation to learn about the harvest and production of the country's exports. Visit a local home and meet the people who live on the rural north coast, a lifestyle little changed from a hundred years ago. You'll also visit a local school before heading to nearby river to swim and cool off. Refuel with lunch at an outback ranch, where you can meet some rescue wildlife, including rhinoceros iguanas and crocodiles. You'll also have the chance to browse the artisan craft market on site. The day's last stop is a hidden beach, where you can relax on the sand, try boogie boarding, or book a massage. Return to your original departure point for drop-off.
Additional Info
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Not recommended for child less than 3 years old
Refunds will not be issued if tour or activity is missed due to late or non-arrival of cruise ship
At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
Not recommended for participants with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant women
A moderate amount of walking is involved
Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair
What to Bring: Bathing suit and towel, sun screen, sun glasses, comfortable shoes
Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund
Special weekend tours can be arranged for groups of 20 or more
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel At least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.