Samaná Getting there & around

Getting around

Samaná is walkable, but if you’re carrying luggage, catch a motoconcho (motorcycle taxi) – they’re everywhere. 4WD vehicles are your only option in terms of car rental – roads on the peninsula are bad enough to warrant the extra expense. Rates run from US$70 to US$90 per day (tax and insurance included) and discounts are typically given for rentals of a week or longer. Try Xamaná Rent Motors (809-538-2380; Av Malecón; 8am-noon & 2-6pm).