The 15 Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in the Dominican Republic

1.Hiking Tabernacle Thundering Waterfall in Dominican Republic

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 108 reviews · from $98Our pick

Leave Santo Domingo for Los Cacaos and spend four hours hiking upstream through river pools, small falls, and rocky passages to Tabernacle Waterfall. Guides such as Ronnie, Victor, Randolph, Fredny, and Dely lead the way. Expect cold water, wet shoes, a typical Dominican meal, and a real physical challenge.

“We had a wonderful time on this adventure! a few days before the trip started, Ronnie messaged our group in WhatsApp to explain the logistics of pick up, etc. our tour guide, Victor, was on time (picked us up at 6am on the dot) and explained everything to us during the 2 hour ride there. The breakfast before and lunch after was very authentic with a beautiful mountain view. Victor was a great tour guide! You will be in and out of the water - so definitely wear some light hiking shoes with good grip because you will be hiking through rocks & it will be somewhat slippery. We went…”

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2.Let’s do hiking in Punta Cana

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 78 reviews · from $75

Leave Punta Cana’s resorts for a guided 5-kilometer hike from Vista Alegre to Anamuya. Wilkin, Wilcins, José, or another local guide may lead you through forest, farms, streams, and steep muddy sections, with fruit, drinks, coffee, chocolate, and photos along the way.

“It was a moderate yet exciting hike. Saw native fruit trees and local farm life. I would definitely recommend this hike to anyone who doesn't have a problem climbing.”

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3.Rainforest Trek to Natural Pool – Taino Bay & Amber Cove ports

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 53 reviews · from $79

From Amber Cove or Taino Bay, you’ll ride with guides such as Xander, Jordan, Winston, or Henry to Damajagua Waterfalls. Expect a forest walk, stream crossings, plant and wildlife talks, a natural-pool swim, and rum punch afterward. Water shoes and good balance are essential.

“We had the best time. I have back issues so this walk to the bottom of the falls was perfect. Then if someone in your group wants to do the slides or jump, they take you up and you can do a couple. It’s the best of both worlds. My husbanRead more”

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4.Los Haitises Hike & Kayaking Mangroves

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 23 reviews · 1 day · from $135

Travel from Punta Cana to Los Haitises National Park for a rainforest hike, cave visit, and mangrove kayaking near San Lorenzo Bay. A Spanish or English-speaking guide leads the day, with hotel transfers, safety gear, park entry, and a local lunch included. Expect a long day and possible schedule changes.

“The food served for the lunch was great. Our tour guide made sure the group was all together and informed the whole time”

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5.Trekking/rappelling waterfalls in Dominican Republic

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 23 reviews · from $180

Join Ronnie and the La EX Tours team for a full-day trek in Los Cacaos. Learn to rappel at La Culebra, descend Tabernacle Thundering Waterfall, swim in river pools, and enjoy Dominican breakfast and lunch stops. Expect a demanding outdoor day with transport and safety gear included.

“All I can say is wow. Ronnie and his team are highly experienced and I felt safe going on this insane adventure.”

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6.El Limón Waterfall Trekking Tour in Samana

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 21 reviews · 4 hours · from $65

Join Vincent from KITEWORLD for a four-hour trip from Las Terrenas to El Limón Waterfall. Walk shaded jungle paths, cross shallow streams, swim beneath the falls, and try local cacao, coffee, or Mamajuana. The early start helps you enjoy the pool before the crowds.

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7.El Limón: Waterfall Hiking Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 15 reviews · 3 - 5 hours · from $45Best value

Meet your local guide in Samaná Province for a one-hour forest hike to El Limón waterfall. Climb the final 300 steps, swim for about 30 minutes, then return for a local lunch. English, Spanish, and French guides are available. Hotel pickup may be added.

“The guide kept us informed the whole time of the excursion.”

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8.Los Haitises: Caves, Mangroves, & Rainforest Hike/Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 12 reviews · 5 - 11 hours · from $70

You’ll cruise from Caño Hondo through red mangroves to San Lorenzo Bay, hike a slippery rainforest trail, and visit Cueva de la Arena and Cueva de la Línea. Guides including Ignacio lead the tour in English, Spanish, or French. Lunch costs extra, and the full day can last up to 11 hours.

“Super Tour in Kleingruppen. Kleine Wanderung durch den Regenwald in ein nicht touristisches Gebiet.”

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9.Hiking Tabernacle Thundering Waterfall

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · 8 hours · from $96

You’ll hike, climb, slide, and swim through a clear mountain creek to 27-meter El Tabernáculo waterfall. Randolph, Ronnie, or Frendy may guide you. Pickup, life vest, Dominican breakfast and lunch are included, but expect cold water, a long road journey, and a demanding three-hour route.

“Una excursión sorprendente. 100% recomendada. Paisajes increíbles y de aventura. Ideal para liberarse del estrés y disfrutar de un día con sorpresas en cada minuto. Nuestro guía Randolph fue genial. Nos motivó permanentemente. Visita obligada si vienes a República Dominicana.”

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10.Sabana de la Mar: Los Haitises Guided Hike and Kayaking

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 9 reviews · 5 - 10 hours · from $67

Hike for about three hours through Los Haitises with a guide such as José or Ignacio, learning about plants, wildlife, and Taíno culture. Then kayak for two hours through mangroves, caves, and San Lorenzo Bay. Bring swimwear, a towel, and clothes that can get wet.

“Ignacio the guide was amazing, really made us the experience much better. Word of advice: Check the weather before you depart, we unfortunately caught rain for 90% of the day..”

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11.Private Hiking to Salto el Limon with a Local expert Guide from Samana

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 8 reviews · from $66

Meet your local guide in Samaná and hike to El Limón Waterfalls in a private group. Guides such as Eriberto and Manuel help on muddy sections, explain nature and wildlife, and arrange a classic Dominican lunch of rice, chicken, tostones, and salad.

“Our guide Manuel was absolutely incredible and helpful. it was muddy and slippery and he held my hand most of the trip to the waterfall and back. The lunch was terrific also after we returned from our hike and much needed. Warning you muRead more”

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12.Los Haitises Hike, Boat Trip, and Kayaking

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 4 reviews · 6 - 7 hours · from $65

From Samana, you’ll spend 6 to 7 hours exploring Los Haitises by boat, on foot, and by kayak. A live guide leads you through rainforest plants and birds, ancient Taino cave art, the 940-meter Cueva de la Arena, and mangrove channels. Guides speak English, Spanish, and French.

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13.National Park of the East Private Hiking Tour with Swimming

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $225

Leave Santo Domingo for a private hike in the National Park of the East. Walk through pristine forest, visit caves, swim in a natural pool, then share a Dominican-style lunch with a local family in Bayahibe. Pickup, transport, snacks, water, and park fees are included.

“The tourgide was very nice and helpful! The tour was great for me and the childeren. I recommend this to everyone!!”

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14.Cano Hondo Rooms + Kayaking + Hiking + Natural Waterfall Swimming Pools

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $199

Spend one night at Caño Hondo Ecolodge while exploring Los Haitises National Park. You’ll hike for up to four hours, kayak or take a boat through mangroves, swim in natural pools, and enjoy dinner, breakfast, lunch, park fees, and a water bottle. Guide Joselin is available for both hiking and kayaking.

“This was a great way to see the nature of Dominican Republic. We loved this excursion.”

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15.Hike, Swim and Enjoy Nature’s Paradise in Damajagua Waterfalls

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $65

Join Chepe and Valera for a private, three-hour Damajagua Waterfalls adventure from Puerto Plata. Hike through tropical forest, swim in clear pools, climb with ropes and ladders, and ride natural rock slides. Transport, water, and soft drinks are included.

“Valera was amazing! Better experience than the excursion from Carnival!!! Knowledgeable, friendly, had cold water for us to take on the hike, took care of all our reservations and waited to take us back.”

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