Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Outdoor Adventures
Blessed with a varied geography, both inland and coastal, the DR is an extreme-sport mecca. Ditch the car
and try one of these alternative methods of transportation.
Canyoning
Involving rappelling, jumping, climbing and swimming down a river, basically emulating a
Navy Seal on a recon mission. (
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White-water rafting
The Rio Yaque outside of Jarabacoa is the only river in the Caribbean for this
adrenaline-pumping experience. (
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Kitesurfing
Skim across the waves at high speeds powered by strong year-round winds in Cabarete. (
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Hiking
Overnight it to Pico Duarte, the highest peak in the Caribbean for potentially panoramic views.
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Mountain biking
Explore the network of little-used trails through striking landscapes and past little-visited
villages. (
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Relaxing at a Resort
Many of the DR's best beaches are colonized by all-inclusive resorts, the quintessential Caribbean beach
break. Certainly, they come in all shapes and sizes, though sprawling 'city-states' seem to be the norm.
Punta Cana
The country's largest concentration of developments and widest range of accommodations,
with more on the way. (
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Playa Dorada
Good deals in the geographic center of the North Coast, with easy access to other regional
destinations. (
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Las Terrenas
Of course there's beaches, but also water sports and waterfall adventures in this charming
town with a European feel. (
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Juan Dolio
Convenient because of its close proximity to Santo Domingo, with shallow, calm water. (
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Playa Dominicus
A small enclave of resorts on a crowded but pretty stretch near the town of Bayahibe.
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Wildlife
A large national park system and an increasing number of scientific preserves ranging from semi-deserts to
lush valleys protect the country's biological diversity and a surprising number of endemic species.
Whale-watching
These massive mammals take their winter break in Bahía de Samaná. (
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