Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
January
The North American winter coincides with whale-watching season in the Bahía de
Samaná, making this a popular time of year to visit. Winds on the north coast around
Cabarete are generally strongest this time of year.
Whale-Watching
This seasonal display of thousands of humpback whales doing their best impersonation of
gymnasts takes place in the Bahía de Samaná and Silver Bank area.
Día de Altagracia
One of the most important religious days of the year falls on January 21, when thousands
of pilgrims flock to the basilica in Higüey to pray to the country's patron saint. (
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Day of Duarte
On January 26, public fiestas are held in all the major towns, as well as gun salutes in Santo
Domingo, celebrating the birthday of the Father of the Country.
