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Here are some of the excursions that are availabe during your stay.  Its not an all-inclusive list, but a list the most popular tours.  There is much more to choose from.  I do recommend that you pre-book these prior to your arrival.  You don't have to, but you run the risk of being disappointed if you wait.  The prices list below are approximate prices.  I purchase them through my membership which allows me access to discounts throughout the year.  If you see something that your interested please inquire!

Monster Truck Safari
Go where the tour buses cannot as you enter the depths of the island exploring the unspoiled Dominican countryside. Traveling by 8x8 monster truck allows you to see breathtaking landscape while traveling along back country roads, crossing rivers, streams and sugar cane fields. Visit small colorful villages and see how the local people live, their typical homes and a school. For the coffee connoisseur, take some time to taste the locally brewed Dominican Coffee, one of the country's most famous products. Arriving at a riverside location your Dominican buffet lunch awaits, drinks included. Relax and enjoy a swim in the refreshing waters of the river before heading back to your hotel with a whole new perspective on Dominican history and culture.  Tour cost:  Approximately $75/pp.   Tour length  9-11 hours. 

Ocean World Theme Park

Come in and explore Ocean World, the Caribbean's most extensive adventure park! Enjoy hours of unlimited enjoyment as you get the opportunity to touch, pet and feed dolphins, sea lions, sharks, stingrays and exotic tropical birds. Meet the tigers, walk through rainforest and much more! Fun for the whole family!  Tour Cost $44.00.  Discounts apply for children under 12

Ocean World Dolphin Swim

Find out why the dolphin swim is the most popular program at Ocean World! During your 30-minute encounter you'll dance, hug, pet and swim with the dolphins. Finishing with a spectacular dorsal fin tow, your dolphin encounter is assured to be the most memorable highlight of your Puerto Plata vacation!

Rarely do we get the chance to experience these intriguing mammals up close and personal. Bring the whole family for a fun packed educational day.

Your dolphin swim begins with an educational introduction presented by expert dolphin trainers. You'll learn fascinating facts about these amazing creatures and receive important safety instructions for your dolphin encounter – a must for a truly pleasurable experience.

All participants in the dolphin swim must wear life jackets (provided) to float freely on the surface, allowing the dolphins to come much closer. A maximum of 10 participants and two dolphins take part in each session, ensuring a truly personal encounter!  Encounter cost: $165

Other activities at Dolphin World include:

  • Snorkeling in the Tropical Reef Aquarium
  • Swimming in Tiger Grotto
  • Sea lion shows
  • Rainforest and bird exhibits
  • Use of Dolphin Beach (beach lounge chairs included)

Combine with:

Sea Lion Encounter: Watch the playful Patagonian sea lions swim, dive, leap, bark and show off their acrobatic skills before your up-close meeting in one of the interaction pools.

Shark and Stingray Encounter: Ocean World is the only park on the planet to offer guests the chance to hold, touch, feed and swim with a small school of adult nurse sharks, under the supervision of expert trained staff. You’ll also glide across the surface of a warm stingray pool with a mask and snorkel, touching the backs of these beautiful, gentle sea creatures.

Admission is included when you book an interaction program

 

Bay of Sosua Catamaran Cruise and Snorkling

Be a millionaire for a day as you sail on a 54ft catamaran along the North Coast from the Bay of Playa Dorada to the beautiful bay of Sosua. Let the wind carry you to magnificent hidden beaches bordered by crystal clear waters and enjoy the wild, intact beauty of the Dominican Republic's fine sand beaches.

The crew are available to assist you with snorkeling tuition if required (equipment available onboard), before you plunge into the clear blue waters which teem with tropical fish. Explore the beautiful reefs and varied marine life before returning to the boat for a buffet lunch onboard - drinks included!

Soak up the sun with a cocktail in hand as you cruise back to Puerto Playa as the crew put on a show for your entertainment. Join in the fun or simply sit back and enjoy the antics of the fun-loving crew members. Tour Cost $85.00

White Water Rafting on Yaque del North River

Adrenaline lovers paradise! Here is your opportunity to experience pure adrenaline while in the Dominican Republic! Feel the thrill as you tackle the rapids of the Yaque del North River, admiring the mountainous scenery along the way! A Dominican style buffet lunch will be served to end an absolutely superb day!

Here is your chance to experience the thrill of white water rafting. Prepare for a pure adrenaline rush as you battle the waters of the Yaque del North River in the mountainous range of the island.

This is one of the most exhilarating adventures in the Dominican Republic - superb day out!

Full tuition and safety equipment is provided prior to boarding the rafts. At the end of the river rafting experience, enjoy a sumptuous Dominican buffet lunch to settle the excitement!  Tour Cost $99

Santiago and Jarabacoa Waterfalls

A day of history and beautiful scenery as you take in the sights and history of Santiago, the first capital of the Dominican Republic, followed by a visit to Jarabacoa Waterfalls.  Tour Cost $65.

In Santiago you will visit a cigar factory where you can see them being hand rolled, and also have the chance to buy at factory prices. Also visit a ceramic factory with the ceramic, faceless dolls produced making a great souvenir of your trip.

After lunch you will head through the picturesque Dominican Alps to Jarabacoa passing through spectacular scenery of green valleys and clear streams. The waterfalls at Jarabacoa will astound you with their natural beauty as you journey by foot or by horse to the tranquil area.

Magical Nights at Ocean World

The most magical night tour on this beautiful island! Enjoy a sumptuous buffet dinner before seeing spectacular night shows! See 'Bravissimo', a Las Vegas style show and highlight of your vacation, before trying your luck at the glamorous casino!

 

 

A member of Ocean World's friendly and courteous guest services team will escort you from your hotel to the stunning casino complex where the magic of this tour begins!

Treat yourself to an exquisite dinner including lobster and imported prime rib, in a unique setting overlooking the marina and the sea. National drinks are included during dinner.

Enjoy preferential seating at the spectacular 'Bravissimo' show that combines Las Vegas' extravaganza with the beat of the islands. Tropical rhythms and astonishing costumes will take you on an enchanted journey through the Caribbean. A courtesy photo with the 'Bravissimo' dancers will be the perfect souvenir to remind you of this magical night! National drinks are also included during show.

Try your luck at Ocean World casino! Enjoy your choice of the best table games and loosest slot machines in an elegant surrounding.

Modern music, great ambiance and lots of dancing await you at the Lighthouse lounge and disco, from where you will admire the spectacular and dramatic scenery of the Atlantic Ocean.

A magical night and a must do for anyone visiting the Dominican Republic.  Tour Cost $36.  Length:  4 hours.

 Puerto Plata Deep Sea Fishing Cruise

Take a morning or afternoon cruise from Puerto Plata to try your hand at deep-sea fishing. Depending on the season you might land wahoo, white marlin, dolphin, kingfish, blue marlin, sailfish or barracuda. 

Deep-sea or big-game fishing is extremely popular from Puerto Plata. The variety and bounty of game fish in these waters makes throwing your line here an extremely rewarding experience.

The captain and his crew know all the right spots to find big game fish, and they have all the equipment you'll need onboard. All you need to do is just hook that fish!  Tour Cost:  $52.00

 

Sosua Snorkling Cruise

With an abundance of fish, including such species as flounder, parrot fish, grouper, porcupine and dozens of other varieties, the reefs offer delightful opportunities for feeding fish and taking underwater photos.

Onboard the catamaran is a relaxed atmosphere, with free beverages such as rum and sodas to keep you cool and energized, you can make the most of this unique snorkeling site. The sheltered cove provides calm water in most areas with excellent visibility on most days.

With a maximum of only 25 passengers, the waters are uncrowded and the atmosphere relaxed.  Tour cost:  $58.00