Activities in North Coast
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Iguana Mama
Iguana Mama, the leading adventure-sports tour operator on the north coast, is in a class of its own. Its specialties are mountain biking (easy to insanely difficult, US$65) and cascading. It is the only operator that takes you to the 27th waterfall at Damajagua (US$85), and it has pioneered a new cascading tour to Ciguapa Falls, which only Iguana Mama offers. There’s also a variety of hiking trips, including a half-day walk (US$45) into the hills behind Cabarete (Parque Nacional El Choco), and a full-day trip to Mount Isabel de Torres (US$80), just outside Puerto Plata. Its Pico Duarte trek is expensive, but handy if you want transportation to and from Cabarete (per pers…
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Gipsy Ranch
The fully equipped Gipsy Ranch riding stables are situated right near Playa Encuentro. Gipsy Ranch charges US$16 per person for an hour’s ride on the beach, or US$52 for a longer, half-day ride. It can also organize longer excursions along the beach and in the nearby hills. The French owner is trilingual. From the entrance to Encuentro, continue down toward the beach and turn left. You’ll find the stables opposite the Coconut Palms Resort.
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Ocean World Dolphin Swim
Varies (Departs Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic)
by Viator
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. Fin…
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Bay of Sosua Catamaran Cruise and Snorkeling
8 hours (Departs Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic)
by Viator
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 …Not LP reviewed
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Dolphin Encounter at Ocean World
30 minutes (Departs Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic)
by Viator
For a fun way for the entire family to enjoy the breathtaking, once in a lifetime experience of an up close and personal dolphin encounter, book Ocean World's D…
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Dominican Outback Safari
7 hours (Departs Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic)
by Viator
Your professional guide will entertain you with knowledge and humor on an exciting excursion through the beautiful Dominican countryside to see how the locals l…Not LP reviewed
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Ocean World Puerto Plata Day Pass
Flexible (Departs Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic)
by Viator
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 …Not LP reviewed
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Laurel Eastman Kiteboarding
Friendly, safety-conscious shop located on Bozo Beach and run by one of the world’s top kiteboarders. Offers lessons in five languages. If you’re walking along the beach from Cabarete, look for the canvas-sail roof of the restaurant next door.
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Fun Tours
The Fun Tours, next door to Iguana Mama, offers the usual range of package tours, including a day trip to Cayo Arena (US$55), and an abridged version of the Damajagua Falls tour (you only go as far as the seventh waterfall).
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Ocean World Puerto Plata - Bravissimo Show and Dinner Package
by Viator
The most spectacular night tour on this beautiful island! Enjoy a delicious dinner (if Bravissimo Show and Dinner option selected) before seeing spectacular nig…
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Santiago and Jarabacoa Waterfalls
8 hours (Departs Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic)
by Viator
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 Ja…Not LP reviewed
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White Water River Rafting on Yaque del North River
9 - 11 hours (Departs Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic)
by Viator
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 …
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Cabwake School
Cabwake School, 6km east of town, is the only operator licensed to tow on the river. A 20-minute tow will set you back US$35, and week-long ‘wake camps’ – 10 to 15 tows in a week – are available at significant discount.
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Combination Dolphin and Sea Lion Encounter
Varies (Departs Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic)
by Viator
Combine the Dolphin Encounter with the Sea Lion Encounter Program to ensure you get the most out of your visit to Ocean World! Interact and play with these amaz…
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Vela Windsurf Center
One of the best choices for windsurfing in Cabarete. On the main beach, it uses excellent gear, and can also rent sea kayaks (per hour US$10 to US$15). Works in conjunction with kitesurfing school, Dare2Fly.
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Zipline and Horseback Riding Combination Tour in Puerto Plata
4 hours (Departs Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic)
by Viator
Enjoy a morning adventure on this combination zipline and horseback-riding tour in Puerto Plata! Get a unique perspective of the Puerto Plata jungle as you glid…Not LP reviewed
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Shark and Stingray Encounter at Ocean World
Varies (Departs Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic)
by Viator
Beginning with a visit to a warm sandy pool, where a dozen or more gentle stingrays sweep the bottom with their velvety wings, you will glide across the surface…
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Kite Club
This well-run club is at the top of Kite Beach, and has a fantastic atmosphere for hanging out and relaxing between sessions. The tiny kitchen delivers delicious fresh ahi tuna salads and sandwiches.
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Sea Lion Encounter at Ocean World
Varies (Departs Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic)
by Viator
Is there anything more playful than a sea lion? What better way to spend a day than in Dominican Republic's Ocean World Adventure Park, touching, feeding and pl…
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Dolphin, Shark and Stingray Encounter Combo in Puerto Plata
Varies (Departs Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic)
by Viator
Get the most out of your visit to Ocean World in Puerto Plata with the full combination program! By combining the shark, stingray and dolphin programs, you have…
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Luciano Gonzalez Kite School
Two-time winner of the Master of the Ocean, Luciano now runs this small school opposite Kite Beach. Very patient with beginners. Offers a three-day, US$300 introductory course.
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Puerto Plata City Tour with Cable Car Ride
8 hours (Departs Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic)
by Viator
Learn about the history and culture of Puerto Plata on this full-day city tour! This comprehensive city tour takes you to a variety of landmarks in Puerto Plata…
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Kitexcite
This award-winning school uses radio helmets and optional offshore sessions to maximize instruction.
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Puerto Plata Airport Shared Roundtrip Transfers
60 minutes (Departs Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic)
by Viator
Travel between Puerto Plata Airport and your Dominican Republic hotel with a convenient round-trip transfer service. Transfer services are available 24 hours a …Not LP reviewed
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Take Off
The German owner also organizes the Master of the Ocean competition.
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