Dominican Republic · COFFEE EXPERIENCES
The good coffee tastings fill up in high season and the great ones go first. Here are 15 to book early, what each includes and where they differ.
You’ll drive an ATV through muddy jungle tracks, stop for Dominican coffee, chocolate, tea, rum, and Mamajuana, swim in a clear cenote, and visit Macao Beach. Guides such as Kitson, Felix, and Francisco are often praised for keeping the ride fun and safe.
“Great time into was great guide and excellent experience. Would recommend it to do it while your visiting”
Ride a 4x4 ATV from a Punta Cana ranch through rural tracks to a water cave, a Dominican farm-style tasting stop, and Macao Beach. Guides such as Felix and Luis Miguel lead groups, but riding time is limited and sales pitches are part of the day. Bring closed-toe water shoes and expect a busy group outing.
“Unsafe…had a tire fall off of one ATV and several others had brakes that were not working. Was rushed at each location… would pass on chocolate tasting for more time at beach location”
Drive a buggy through Punta Cana’s rough country roads, taste coffee and chocolate at an organic farm, swim at Los Hoyos del Salado cenote, and visit Macao Beach. Guides such as Alexis, Panda, German, and Christopher lead the group. Expect dust, mud, water, sales stops, and a fast-moving four-hour outing.
“Great for the price we paid for 5 people it was amazing. Very attentive guide and exploring the outdoors in Punta Cana.”
Spend about four hours driving a buggy through Punta Cana’s rural backroads, with stops for a cave swim, Macao Beach, and coffee, cocoa, and cigar demonstrations. Guides such as Coca Cola and Mr. Panda are praised for their energy. Expect dust, mud, crowds, and strong souvenir sales.
“Pick up was easy, communication as well. Crew was good, gave us some tips and tricks. Driving a buggy was fun, lots of mud so prepare yourself with glasses and mouth cover. Traditional Dominican house does not exist, or does if its sales outside covered space, they show you beans of coffee, cocoa and leafs of tobacco. You can see how they roll cigars. No show of how to grind beans, just tools. Took 4 minutes max and then they are presenting products, to taste and see and to buy. Point is to take you there and spend money. This is really disappointing since we been in Egypt, Tunisia, Marakesh…”
You’ll drive a shared or solo buggy from Punta Cana along rural roads and muddy tracks, stop for Dominican coffee and chocolate, swim in a cenote, and finish at Macao Beach. Hotel pickup is offered, though pickup details should be confirmed before booking.
“Your agency did not let me know when I booked the Excursion that you did not pick up at the Hilton La Romana on Tuesdays. I asked for a refund.”
You’ll ride your own ATV in a guided caravan from Bavaro to a Dominican farm, a 25-foot water cave, and Macao Beach. Expect coffee and chocolate tastings, rough country roads, about four hours of activity, and guides such as Mr. Panda helping keep the group moving.
“It was a great experience. Mr. Panda was very alert, efficient & down to earth. Please bring cash although they offer the use of other payments when encountering the vendors.”
Drive a buggy from Dreams Come True Tours Ranch through Punta Cana’s countryside, stopping at Macao Beach, a Dominican home for coffee, cacao, chocolate, green tea, tobacco, and mamajuana tastings, then a 25-foot freshwater cave. Guide Joshua may lead the group, and mud is part of the fun.
“We had a BLAST on our buggy adventure! They don’t exaggerate, you will be absolutely covered head to toe in mud (any bags you bring will also get covered). The scenery was amazing and you get to see a lot of the area. Joshua was an increRead more”
You’ll drive a handcrafted buggy from a Macao ranch through muddy country trails, stop for Dominican coffee, chocolate, tobacco, and Mamajuana, swim in a clear-water cenote, then finish at Macao Beach. Bilingual guides lead the 4.5-hour outing, with hotel pickup included.
“Os buggys precisam de mais manutenção, o serviço de recolha no hotel foi tudo ok e os guias são simpáticos, O problema é o buggys parecem ter cem anos e estragaram duas ou 3 vezes durante o passeio, no mais tudo muito bom!!”
Spend about eight hours between Punta Cana’s countryside and coast. Ride an ATV, swim in Macao Cave, taste coffee and cocoa, visit Macao Beach, then snorkel from a party boat with fruit, snacks, music, and unlimited drinks. Hotel pickup is offered, and the group can reach 50 people.
“This excursion was a blast! We had taken an ATV tour prior and ended up enjoying this one a lot better. The young man who took pictures through out the ride was so sweet, I wish I could remember his name. All I remember is that he was frRead more”
Spend four to five hours riding an ATV or buggy from Rancho Macao through forest trails to an organic farm, cave, and Macao Beach. You will taste coffee, chocolate, and rum, swim in clear underground water, and travel with guides such as Coka Cola. Pickup and mobile tickets are included.
“Here are all the surprises we received upon showing up: 1) started 1 hour late, 2) pressured to buy stuff when arriving at gift shop, 3) only kids 17+ can drive, 4) bring your own goggles and bandana or you have to buy them at THEIR gift shop Read more”
Join guide Vincent for a four-hour private ATV ride from Las Terrenas into Samaná’s countryside. Follow coffee roads, visit a family farm, taste organic coffee, cacao, and honey, then cool off at a mangrove-fringed beach. One ATV seats two people.
“Vincent was an excellent guide. He spoke English which was a plus. He went above and beyond for us. A must when you are here in Las Terrenas!”
Spend about four hours driving a shared or single boogie through rural Punta Cana, with stops at Atabey Park, a clear freshwater cave, a local coffee and chocolate tasting, and Macao Beach. Guides such as Mickey, Mikki, Chris, and Robert have led groups. Expect sun, mud, swimming, and a group of up to 40 people.
“I had a great experience with my family. Staff were professional and helpful. I would be recommending this place to others.”
Spend about three hours driving a buggy through Punta Cana’s muddy country roads, stopping at La Casita for Dominican coffee, chocolate, and cigar making, then swimming in a clear-water cave and Macao Beach. Guides such as David, Peter, and German have led past outings.
“I loved the entire tour, the staff was very friendly, especially the driver who picked us up, Peter. I really enjoyed the experience and how they treat their customers...”
Spend about two hours walking Santo Domingo’s Colonial Zone with a bilingual local guide such as Jean Carlos. See the cathedral, Ozama Fortress, Calle Las Damas, and Alcázar de Colón, with coffee or tea, local beer, Mama Juana, and museum admission included.
“I had the pleasure of joining this walking tour of La Zona Colonial in Santo Domingo, and I cannot recommend it enough! This experience was the perfect combination of history, culture, and vibrant local energy, all packed into a few unforgettRead more”
Spend about three hours driving an ATV from a ranch through Punta Cana’s countryside to Macao Beach, a typical Dominican home, a cigar workshop, and a clear cenote-style cave. Round-trip transport, coffee, chocolate, and entry fees are included. Dust goggles and scarves cost extra.
“We truly enjoyed this excursion. The guides were great and provided all necessary info. They even checked our receipts at the shops to ensure we weren't overcharged. The ATVs and buggies were also nice (I've been on some excursions whRead more”
Pick a coast, a cave or a boat.
