Day Trips from Punta Cana to Los Haitises National Park

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.

We are just Ecologist tours Guides focus in Nature and with experience in ecotourism. Focus in wildlife and History of Humans with impact in this area. Teaching what we know about nature is our Pasion. Extravagant landscapes and postcard-worthy waters make this place one of the Hispaniola’s most hallowed (and protected) sites. Untouched virgin rainforests house untold pleasures, while the unforgettable waters of shimmering Lorenzo Bay, the petroglyphs of the caverns, and the wilds of the mangrove swamps will deeply impress visitors. Any trip to Los Haitises is special, but for bird-watchers, the park is a treasure trove of frigate birds, parrots, owls, brown pelicans, and royal terns. Winged wildlife flock by the hundreds around the bay’s transparent waters, and the mangrove swamps provide a safe home for all sorts of small sea creatures.

Los Haitises National Park is a hidden gem full of fascinating caverns, unspoiled beaches, and mangrove forests. Visit to enjoy hiking, caving and get involved with the Nature, as well as some of the Dominican Republic’s best bird watching. The park is also home to caves full of carvings made by indigenous Taíno Indians.

In this wonderful excursion you will be able to learn about indigenous history in some impressive caves, Los Haitises National Park is one of the most visited by tourists. Where you get to know a whole culture in each cave visited. We will take a boat to go to Los Haitises National Park where we will see a river with a length of 2 km, where we will be able to observe all the wonderful mangroves, then we will arrive at the cave where you will be able to learn about the history of the indigenous people, you will visit 3 beautiful naturally formed caves, This magnificent cave was used by the Taino Indians and they decorated it with their pre-Columbian art. NOTE: Depending on availability, you can visit 2 to 3 caves.

Visit the quaint fishing village of Punta Rusia and the idyllic Paradise Island on this 10-hour tour from Puerto Plata. Drive through the Dominican countryside to Punta Rusia, then hop a speedboat bound for Paradise Island. Snorkel, swim, and sunbathe; then indulge in a buffet lunch and open bar. Round-trip transportation from Puerto Plata hotels provided.

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.

In this wonderful excursion you will be able to learn about indigenous history in some impressive caves, the Los Haitises National Park is one of the most visited by tourists. Where they come to know a whole culture in each cave visited. We will take a boat to go to the Los Haitises National Park where we will see a river with a length of 2 km, where we can observe all the wonderful mangroves, then we will arrive at the cave where you can learn about the history of the indigenous people, you will visit 3 beautiful caves formed Naturally, this magnificent cave was used by the Taino Indians and they decorated it with their pre-Columbian art.

You will participate in a fascinating adventure in one of the most picturesque corners of the country - the Samana Peninsula. In the morning we will pick you up from the reception of your hotel (around 6 am) and bring you on a comfortable bus ride (the average travel time is 1 hour and 30 minutes). Our journey starts with a light breakfast (juice, coffee and sandwiches). First, we will take a stroll through the Los Áitises Park, where you can see mangroves, “flying” islands, caves with paintings of Indians, tropical birds and picturesque peaks. On the catamaran, we will go to the beautiful island of Cayo Levantado, the birthplace of Bacardi rum commercial. Here you can find starfish, relax in the shade of palm trees, swim. We will visit the El Limon waterfall. After riding the horse, you will have to walk down to the waterfall. We will spend around 30 minutes near the waterfall, bathe, refresh ourselves, take pictures and go back on foot to your horse back.