Top Dominican Republic Outdoor Activities

Go off-road in buggy that fits five people during this half-day adventure from Punta Cana. Led by a local adventure guide, follow an off-road trail into the countryside, stopping at a typical Dominican home to taste local coffee and cacao. Travel past colorful houses and across a landscape of banana plantations and farmland filled with sheep, cows, and pigs. Get fantastic views of the rugged coastline on the way to the Fantasy Cave and Bedrock City, a Flinstones-themed attraction. All equipment and round-trip transportation from Punta Cana hotels are included.

Bump through the Dominican Republic's lush landscape in a 4x4 buggy during this eco-adventure from Punta Cana. With direction from a guide, maneuver your buggy through the forest; visit an organic farm; stop to taste chocolate, coffee and rum before continuing to the Taino Ecological Park. Take dip in a freshwater cenote, then head for Macao Beach to relax and enjoy the sand and waves. A shopping tour ticket (valid for use that day or at a later date) and round-trip transportation from Punta Cana hotels are included.

Experience the thrill of multiple adventures on this epic tour from Punta Cana. Relax aboard a double-decker catamaran, discover wonders of the sea, and enjoy close encounters with marine life. Snorkel in a spectacular barrier reef surrounded by tropical fish and experience a marine show complete with sharks and stingrays. This popular tour option includes unlimited drinks on the best party boat around and is perfect for fun with family and friends. After you get a taste of life underwater, explore it from above with a thrilling parasail above the water!

This full-day package combines an ATV ride, catamaran cruise, and snorkeling excursion—allowing you to experience multiple island highlights in a single trip. Drive your own quad or ride as a passenger and explore the Dominican countryside. Then board a catamaran and cruise along Punta Cana’s coastline, stopping to snorkel at a coral reef and see tropical fish and maybe sea turtles or rays.

Explore the highlights of Punta Cana in a thrilling half-day off-road dune buggy adventure. The caravan-style tour is perfect as a family outdoor adventure or introduction to the region for first-time visitors. Led by a guide, you’ll visit an organic farm to taste some Dominican coffee and chocolate, swim in a cenote, and pose at Macao Beach and Farallon to capture those timeless photographs to take home.

Combine several different adventure activities on a single half-day tour from Punta Cana. Hop on board a powerful all-terrain vehicle, built for the rugged terrain of the Dominican Republic's interior, riding through a forest to a local organic farm. Taste coffee, chocolate, and rum before exploring a local cave and underground river. End up at Macao Beach for a chance to relax and swim before returning to Punta Cana.

Learn to surf from a professional during this adventure on the Dominican Republic's Macao Beach. This 3.5-hour activity is suitable for both experienced surfers who want some pointers and complete beginners, who will use a foam surfboard for added safety. Enjoy the personalized attention of your expert instructor, who only works with 2 students at a time. Snacks, bottled water and round-trip transportation from local hotels are included.

Get the party started with this entertaining snorkeling cruise that showcases the best of beaches, boats and underwater worlds. Cruise the Bavaro coast while you listen to music, sip strong cocktails and much on tropical fruits. Snorkel and swim alongside tropical fish and make the most of your time in Dominican Republic.

Maximize the fun in your Punta Cana vacation with an exclusive catamaran party cruise. You can choose between a morning and afternoon departure time, and customize the tour based on your preferred route. Admire Punta Cana’s white-sand beaches, snorkel among tropical fish, enjoy unlimited drinks from the open bar, and dance to local music. Convenient round-trip transportation from your hotel allows you to focus on having a great time.

Enjoy the world of water sports with this Punta Cana party cruise that includes snorkeling, hooka diving and parasailing. Discover the sea and sky alongside your fellow travelers and enjoy life lived to the fullest in a tropical paradise.

Go parasailing high above the coastline, then have an encounter with docile stingrays during this outdoor adventure in Punta Cana. Strap in to a safety harness and take off from the deck of a speedboat, ascending into the sky for panoramic views of the Cortesito-Bavaro coastline. Then visit a natural pool in the ocean where docile stingrays and harmless nurse sharks will swim around you. Use of parasailing and snorkeling equipment and round-trip transportation from Punta Cana hotels are included.

Drive your own Outback Terra Cross ATV on this 4.5-hour adventure from Puerto Plata. Accompanied by a guide, navigate the off-road landscape of the rural coastline, making stops for photos along the way. Bottled water, snacks, and round-trip hotel transportation provided.

Get ready to go up and under in this action packed ride through the tropical wilderness. Rush through the Dominican Republic's lush landscape during this eco-adventure from Punta Cana. Drive through the beautiful green forestry and beautiful Dominican farmland stopping to taste the rich flavor of natural Dominican chocolate and coffee. Continue to the Taino Ecological Park, visit an underground cave and take a dip in fresh natural spring water. Then head for Macao Beach to relax and enjoy the sand and waves.

Parasail above Punta Cana's aquamarine waters during this 1-hour adventure. Fly 500 feet (152 meters) in the air while securely strapped in to a safety harness. Get views of the sandy coastline, the expansive ocean and look out for marine life swimming below you. After your aerial adventure, go shopping at a local store featuring goods handmade in the Dominican Republic, perfect for souvenirs. Round-trip transportation from Punta Cana hotels is provided.

Explore the white sand beaches, colorful corals and natural pools of the Caribbean on this 3-hour cruise from Punta Cana. Feel like a VIP as you set sail aboard a private catamaran, make the most of the open bar on-board, and enjoy swimming, snorkeling and hooka diving along the coast.

Spend the day horseback riding through beaches and hillsides of Puerto Plata on this memorable journey that takes you far beyond city limits. Meander along palm tree lined beaches, over white sands and alongside pristine waters. Whether you're a first-time or experienced rider, this is the perfect tour for you. Ideal for families and smaller children who can ride with guides as you navigate the stunning terrain of rural Dominican Republic.

Learn to surf on the beaches of Punta Cana during a small-group lesson capped at two or three students. Whether you're a novice or experienced surfer, your instructor can customize the lesson to best suit your needs and target specific areas to help improve your technique. Your lesson includes gear and hotel pickup and drop-off. Plus, choose from morning or afternoon times to easily fit it into your schedule.

Combine a trip to Damjagua, a zipline adventure, and a stop at a petting zoo during this shore excursion from the Amber Cove port. Round-trip transportation and a traditional Dominican lunch are included.

Saona Island is like paradise on earth surround by white sand beaches, turquoise clear waters, and countless palm trees this atmosphere invite you to relax. ​Saona Island tour is a lifetime experience! This is a tour you have to do, enjoy of this paradise in Saona.

Gain access to the backcountry of the Dominican Republic by booking this all-terrain-vehicle tour. With a guide in the lead to provide directions and navigation, you can focus on piloting your own ATV and enjoying the scenery. Highlights include a stop at a rural cigar shack, a traditional buffet lunch, and time on a remote beach to relax. All equipment and instruction are included, which means even beginners can participate.

This full-day dune buggy adventure highlights the best of Punta Cana. You’ll navigate through rice fields, forests, along scenic roads and near Playa La Vacama in your 4-passenger manual transmission vehicle. Enjoy refreshments plus lunch at a local restaurant, then head to the lagoon where you will take a boat cruise through mangroves to a beach. With a maximum of12 people per tour, you’re sure to get personalized attention from your friendly and professional guide.

This adventure tour is ideal for tourists in Punta Cana who want to venture off the beaten path on a buggy or ATV—and don’t mind getting dirty. The narrow, secluded country roads aren’t easy to navigate solo, so let a guide lead the group through deep pools of mud. Not to worry: there’s a swimming cave and you’ll have use of a shower at the end of this half-day excursion.

Experience the waters of Punta Cana through watersports that anyone can enjoy—snorkeling and a banana boat ride—on this 2.5-hour afternoon tour. Head out on a speedboat with a group of fellow adventurers, then hop on a banana boat to be pulled behind the speedboat for a thrilling ride. Slip on some snorkel gear to explore the underwater world; guides will be on hand to provide instruction and information about the resident marine life.

Learn to surf while on vacation in Punta Cana. Booking this private lesson on Macao Beach gives you the best chance of being able to catch waves by the end of your first lesson, since you'll get undivided attention from your guide. This convenient experience includes hotel pickup and drop-off.