The 15 Best Tours & Day Trips in the Dominican Republic

Full-Day Santo Domingo City Tour from Punta Cana - The ride from Punta Cana to the capital

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 4,500 reviews · from $95Our pick

Travel from Punta Cana to Santo Domingo with a local guide such as Nacho, Kevin, or Darius. Visit the Colonial Zone, Cathedral, Museum of the Royal Houses, and Fortaleza Ozama, with lunch, hotel transfers, entrance fees, and bottled water included.

“It was great to go to the capital and see the historic city. This is not as comprehensive as other colonial areas. This is a LONG trip from Punta Cana to Santo Domingo--three and a half hours each way.”

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Monkeyland and Plantation Safari Tour from Punta Cana

2.Monkeyland and Plantation Safari Tour from Punta Cana

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,805 reviews · from $80Top rated

Travel from Punta Cana or Bavaro to a Dominican plantation and Monkeyland sanctuary. Sample coffee, cacao, hot chocolate, and local products, then spend about 45 to 60 minutes with squirrel monkeys in a 5-acre habitat. Guides such as Juan Cruz and Nathaniel add local insight along the way.

“Lots of fun feeding the monkeys, however I got bit by one that mistook my finger for food. The staff said that the monkeys are all vaccinated twice a year. However, I'm not taking any chances and and started my rabies shots protocol. I would suggest wearing strong gloves for anyone doing this excursion.”

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Half-Day Buggy Tour to Water Cave and Macao Beach

3.Half-Day Buggy Tour to Water Cave and Macao Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,587 reviews · from $54

Drive a two-person buggy through Punta Cana’s countryside to an organic farm, Los Hoyos del Salado water cave, and Macao Beach. Guides such as Joshua, Jonny, Vladimir, and Reginald are praised for friendly help. Expect mud, rough roads, short stops, vendors, and a possible swim in the cave.

“Fun exploration. The ‘farm’ was the only disappointment, it’s a little shop not like visiting a farm or plantation for the authentic feel. The cave you literally jump in the. Have to get out, no time in the water to explore. It was also very crowded and someone fell on top of one of our group members hurting his neck. The staff was fantastic, communication was good, buggies were fun and we loved the beach stop.”

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Small-Group Cruising and Snorkeling Catamaran Tour

4.Small-Group Cruising and Snorkeling Catamaran Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,401 reviews · from $99

Spend 3.5 hours aboard a catamaran limited to 16 people, with hotel pickup, reef snorkeling, a swim stop, floating bar, paddleboard, slide, snacks, and drinks. Crews including David, Sosa, Jorge, and Mike keep the mood social while giving careful help in the water.

“Staff was very fun and friendly. The snorkeling was fun. The drinks were good, and the music was great! We really enjoyed the guacamole that was served. Overall, we enjoyed the excursion.”

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Punta Cana Buggy & ATV Tour: Cave, Macao Beach, Free Pick-Up

5.Punta Cana Buggy & ATV Tour: Cave, Macao Beach, Free Pick-Up

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 2,134 reviews · 4 hours · from $35

Drive a buggy, ATV, or VIP buggy along off-road trails near Punta Cana, stop at a Dominican farm for coffee, chocolate, and mamajuana, swim in a blue-water cenote, then relax at Macao Beach. Guides including Carlos, Blacky, and Jose lead the ride. Hotel pickup is included.

“Had an amazing time. booked a private tour with Carlos who was incredible! would highly recommend to anyone visiting DR!!”

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Half Day Dominican Republic Cultural Tour : Small Group

6.Half Day Dominican Republic Cultural Tour : Small Group

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,862 reviews · from $60

Leave Punta Cana’s resorts for Higüey, where you’ll visit the basilica, market, a ranch, and local food producers. Swim at the Anamuya River, taste Dominican specialties, see cigars made by hand, and finish at Macao Beach. Guides such as Robinson, Franklin, Tito, and Sandy keep the day moving.

“Great tour. My guide was Francisco who was amazing. He made sure we were comfortable and did a great job of explaining many things throughout the tour. He is an excellent guide!!”

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5 tours in 1 (Eco Farm/Horseback/City Tour/Buggy/Zipline)

7.5 tours in 1 (Eco Farm/Horseback/City Tour/Buggy/Zipline)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,443 reviews · from $119

Spend about eight hours exploring the Punta Cana area with horseback riding, a coffee and cocoa farm, Higuey’s Basilica, Dominican lunch, ziplining, and an off-road buggy ride. Hotel pickup, drinks, helmets, and a guide are included. Guides such as Javier, Chris, Juan, and Christian receive frequent praise.

“The activities were fun but the city tour was extremely long and boring. Overall I definitely enjoyed myself.”

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Small Group: Saona Island Full Day Tour

8.Small Group: Saona Island Full Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,263 reviews · from $165

Leave Punta Cana early for a nine-hour Saona Island outing with guide Melvin Duran and a group of up to 14. Visit Mano Juan’s turtle project, snorkel, spot starfish, explore beaches and mangroves, and enjoy breakfast, buffet lunch, drinks, and transfers.

“We loved this tour. The company was easy to communicate with and provided all information in a timely manner before the tour. The speedboat ride is bumpy but cool! The biggest perk is definitely arrived early to the beach on Saona before Read more”

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Buggy Tour to Macao Beach and Water Cave with Organic Farm

9.Buggy Tour to Macao Beach and Water Cave with Organic Farm

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,201 reviews · from $48

Drive a shared or private buggy through the Dominican countryside with guides such as Joshua and George. Stop at an organic farm for coffee, cacao, tobacco, and tropical fruit tastings, relax at Macao Beach, then swim in Los Hoyos del Salado, a 25-foot natural water cave.

“Buggies were in very rough shape. Seatbelts had to be literally hand tied and untied to get in and out and wires sparked together to start (which they did for us but reminded me of hot wiring a car). No water or snacks provided which the desRead more”

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7 Tours Punta Cana: Zipline, Chairlift, ATV, Ride Horses, & More!

10.7 Tours Punta Cana: Zipline, Chairlift, ATV, Ride Horses, & More!

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,172 reviews · from $99

Spend about six hours at La Hacienda Park near Punta Cana, moving from horseback riding and a short safari to zip lines, chairlift views, muddy buggy rides, a river swim, and local lunch. Hotel pickup is offered, and VIP upgrades add drinks, a private guide, and transport perks.

“This is an all day trip. It mainly takes long because so many people are there and group sizes are large. Travel time is like an hour ( pickup from multiple resorts).”

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Punta Cana Combo Tour: Snorkeling, Catamaran Cruise & Parasailing

11.Punta Cana Combo Tour: Snorkeling, Catamaran Cruise & Parasailing

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,094 reviews · from $149

Spend about 4.5 hours combining snorkeling, a double-decker catamaran cruise, a natural pool stop, and parasailing near Cortesito Beach. Guides such as Deryl, Victor, and Kitson are often praised for keeping the day moving and fun. Hotel pickup, drinks, fruit, and snacks are included, but weather and waiting times can affect the schedule.

“The parasailing felt very rushed, then we had to wait almost an hour for the catamaran to arrive but it got better once on the boat, the crew were good but I wouldn’t do the parasailing again with this company.”

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ECO TOUR Playa El Limon (Excursion Multi-activites)

12.ECO TOUR Playa El Limon (Excursion Multi-activites)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,071 reviews · from $149

Spend about seven hours with Punta Cana Authentic Excursions, traveling through Sabana de Nisibón, visiting a farm and lagoon, riding horses along Playa El Limón, eating Dominican food, and driving quads to a quiet beach. Vladimir Paul is one of the guides named in guest feedback.

“Great tour with very knowledgable guides. Guide spoke fluently in many languages. Transportation was reliable and timely. Cacao farm tour was greay learning experience. Lunch was superb and not the typical excursion "lunch included." Quads were newer and very reliable. The scenery along the unsoiled shoreline was amazing. Great memories.”

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Half Day ATV Adventure Water Cave Authentic Eco Tour At PuntaCana

13.Half Day ATV Adventure Water Cave Authentic Eco Tour At PuntaCana

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 990 reviews · from $59

Drive an ATV through muddy country roads with a guide, stop for Dominican coffee, chocolate, mamajuana, and tea, swim at Los Hoyos del Salado cenote, then spend about 20 minutes at Macao Beach. Guides such as Charles, Felix, David, and Gregory have earned strong praise.

“Great time with family. ATV experience was great. The tour guide Gregory was great also. You will like the experience. ATVs are easy to ride”

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Buggy Adventure Tour with Chocolate and Coffee in Punta Cana

14.Buggy Adventure Tour with Chocolate and Coffee in Punta Cana

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 953 reviews · from $45

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.”

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Buggy Excursion to Macau Beach and Natural Cave

15.Buggy Excursion to Macau Beach and Natural Cave

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 839 reviews · from $38

Ride a buggy through Punta Cana’s countryside to Macao Beach and Los Hoyos del Salado, a 25-foot freshwater cave. Guides such as Coca-Cola, Pepsi, Sabrina, and Reginald lead the stops, explain local coffee, cocoa, tobacco, and Mama Juana, and help keep the three-hour outing moving.

“Coca-cola and Sabrina were great tour guides and Pepsi was an awesome “paparazzi”. We had so much fun getting muddy, swimming and trying the goods and the Ranch. Would for sure do this again!!!”

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