Cueva del Peñón
The Caves of Peñón reveal the richest underwater marine life in Bayahíbe. The sea flows through this series of dramatic, rugged caverns lined along the western edge of Cotubanamá National Park.
Cueva del Puente
One of the most accessible caves, located inside the Cotubanamá National Park—there are over 400 of them— Cueva del Puente reveals a three-level chamber with stalactites, stalagmites, Taino [...]
Cueva del Chicho
Caving, Cenotes + Springs, Ecotourism, Excursions, Family-Friendly, National Parks + Protected Areas
Cueva del Chicho is one of the most outstanding underground caves; its aquamarine, sparkling fresh waters draw many hikers and it also holds numerous petroglyphs.
Hoyo de Pelempito
Located a cool 1,300 meters (4,265 feet) high–the drive is an attraction in itself, and unique to the Caribbean region. At the top are several mountain trails near the observatory, which [...]
Acuario Natural Kaio
See large domesticated fish in their natural habitat as they swarm around the coral gardens in this aquarium off the Grand Paradise Resort in Las Galeras.
Monkey Jungle
Home to squirrel capuchin monkeys, a seven-station zip line, a botanical garden, and an ancient Taino cave you can descend into 18 meters (60 feet) below ground. The monkeys mingle with visitors, [...]
Cueva Fun Fun
Aptly translating as the “double fun” cave, adrenaline pumps are promised on this hiking and caving expedition to Cueva Fun Fun. You’ll rappel into an enormous chamber filled with stalactites, [...]
Manatí Park
Manatí Park is a 210-square kilometer (80-square-mile) home to at least 150 tropical species, including birds, reptiles, and mammals, from dolphins to horses.
27 Charcos de Damajagua
Canyoning + Rappelling, Cenotes + Springs, Ecotourism, Excursions, Family-Friendly, National Parks + Protected Areas, Waterfalls
Puerto Plata’s crown jewel attraction offers a day of hiking through thick forest, crossing footbridges and passing numerous flora before eventually reaching a rocky hilltop where you’ll begin [...]
Parque Ecológico Ojos Indígenas
Located inside the exclusive Puntacana Resort & Club complex, this 1,500 acre nature reserve and ecological park boasts enchanting, shaded hiking trails that wind through a lush tropical forest, [...]
