Things to do in The Southeast
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Punta Cana Ecological Park
A half-kilometer south of Punta Cana Resort and Club, the Punta Cana Ecological Park covers almost 8 sq km of protected coastal and inland habitat and is home to some 80 bird species, 160 insect species and 500 plant species. Visitors can take very worthwhile 90-minute guided tours taken in English, French, German or Spanish through a lush 18-hectare portion of the reserve known as Parque Ojos Indígenas (Indigenous Eyes Park), so named for its 11 freshwater lagoons all fed by an underground river that flows into the ocean. The tour also includes a visit to the park’s botanical and fruit gardens, iguana farm (part of a breeding program) and a farm-animal petting zoo. The v…
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Catamaran Cruise to Saona Island from Punta Cana
10 hours (Departs Punta Cana, Dominican Republic)
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Relax on the beach, enjoy the crystalline waters or explore the tropical surrounds on a relaxing catamaran cruise to Saona Island. White sandy beaches, coconut …
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Punta Cana Half-Day Dune Buggy Adventure
4 hours (Departs Punta Cana, Dominican Republic)
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Ladies and gentlemen, start your engines! Prepare yourself for a half-day Dominican Republic adventure as you zip through the beautiful countryside on a manual …Not LP reviewed
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La Cana Golf Course
La Cana Golf Course is Punta Cana’s top golf course and is located at the area’s top resort. The 18-hole course, designed by Pete Dye, has several long par fives and stunning ocean views. Green fees are guest/nonguest US$115/156 for 18 holes or guest/nonguest US$71/96 for nine, including a golf cart. Club rental is US$30 for 18 holes or US$18 for nine, and golf cart costs US$40 per round.
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Dominican Republic Mega Truck Safari
9 - 10 hours (Departs Punta Cana, Dominican Republic)
by Viator
Leave the urban centers of Punta Cana behind and visit the true Dominican Republic! Join a unique tour of the Dominican Republic on an 8x8 Monster Truck Safari …Not LP reviewed
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Marinarium Shark and Ray Experience
5 hours (Departs Punta Cana, Dominican Republic)
by Viator
Discover the beauty of the underwater world as you snorkel and swim along the biggest coral reefs of Punta Cana, making friends with the giant sting rays and nu…
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Tropical Storm Bavaro Cruise
8 hours (Departs Punta Cana, Dominican Republic)
by Viator
Take to the Caribbean waters off the coast of Punta Cana and enjoy some fun in the sun! You'll sail along the Dominican coastline, enjoy a delicious lunch and o…Not LP reviewed
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Punta Cana Full-Day Dune Buggy Adventure to Lemon Lagoon Bay
9 hours (Departs Punta Cana, Dominican Republic)
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Hop aboard this full-day dune buggy adventure and experience the very best Punta Cana has to offer. Drive a manual transmission dune buggy through rice fields a…Not LP reviewed
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Punta Cana Zipline Canopy Adventure
4 hours (Departs Punta Cana, Dominican Republic)
by Viator
Experience the thrill of a lifetime and hop on the first zipline in the Dominican Republic! Soar from platform to platform, high above the ground and through th…Not LP reviewed
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Mamma Luisa
Though the setting resembles any mini-mall USA, this friendly restaurant serves up excellent Italian meat, fish and pasta dishes – the paella for two (US$35) is recommended. Checkerboard tablecloths, formally clad waiters and an extensive wine collection allow Mamma’s to rise above its location a half-kilometer west of the airport.
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RH Tours & Excursions
RH Tours & Excursions offers a number of decent day trips for tourists. Popular excursions include exploring Parque Nacional Los Haitises (US$88), boat trips to Isla Saona (US$79) and tours of Santo Domingo’s Zona Colonial (US$58). Most trips include lunch and drinks. English, German and French are spoken.
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Bavaro Splash Speedboat Ride
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The waters surrounding Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic are a dream to explore and you'll get the chance to do just that on this adrenaline-filled water act…
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D’Volquez Tours
D’Volquez Tours offers a number of decent day trips for tourists. Popular excursions include exploring Parque Nacional Los Haitises (US$88), boat trips to Isla Saona (US$79) and tours of Santo Domingo’s Zona Colonial (US$58). Most trips include lunch and drinks. English, German and French are spoken.
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Adventure Day Trip to Fun Fun Cave
12 hours (Departs Punta Cana, Dominican Republic)
by Viator
Explore the magnificent underground tunnels of Fun Fun Cave in the Dominican Republic. On this day trip from the Punta Cana area, you'll have the chance to hors…Not LP reviewed
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Caribbean Festival Snorkel Cruise
3 - 4 hours (Departs Punta Cana, Dominican Republic)
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Come on board for an unforgettable day of cruising, snorkeling and dancing. Sit back and relax as you cruise along the stunning Bavaro coastline. Add a little a…
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Punta Cana Seaquarium Underwater Adventure
3 hours 30 minutes (Departs Punta Cana, Dominican Republic)
by Viator
Jacques Costeau eat your heart out! Walk along the ocean floor and discover the amazing corals and tropical fish of the Caribbean. This is the easiest way to ex…Not LP reviewed
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Half-Day Dolphin Island Tour from Punta Cana
4 hours (Departs Punta Cana, Dominican Republic)
by Viator
Have fun swimming with dolphins on this half-day tour from Punta Cana! Visit Dolphin Island, an area created in the open ocean to house dolphins in their natura…
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Cap Cana
Cap Cana, the site of an enormous development project in the works, has three Jack Nicklaus Signature golf courses already complete and open for play (greens fees June to October US$220, November to May US$320).
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Le Pour á Pain
This small, pleasant café with outdoor patio seating is in Plaza Bolera, not exactly a picturesque location but a good spot if you’re in town. Good coffee as well as crepes (US$6), salads (US$8) and sandwiches (US$6) are served.
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Punta Cana Snorkel and Caribbean Dance Cruise
4 hours (Departs Punta Cana, Dominican Republic)
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Enjoy a morning in the sun on this Caribbean cruise from Punta Cana! Snorkel in the warm waters of the Caribbean Sea and explore the diverse marine life. Then, …Not LP reviewed
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Catalonia Bávaro Resort
The Catalonia Bávaro Resort has a decent nine-hole par-three course that costs US$45 for one round and US$60 for two. Carts are US$25 for 18 holes and US$20 for nine, and club rental just US$10.
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Marinarium
A popular family outing is a snorkeling trip to the Marinarium, a natural offshore pool near Cabeza de Toro. Rays, nurse sharks, tropical fish and patches of coral are all on hand.
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Helidosa
For a bird’s-eye view of the area, Helidosa offers sightseeing trips from 10 minutes (per person US$74) to 40 minutes (per person US$289).
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Jalapeño
For ersatz Mexican cuisine à la Tex-Mex and interpretations of fajitas and enchiladas head to Jalapeño and its open-air dining area.
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Restaurante El Delfín
Restaurante El Delfín is popular with Dominicans and serves fish, chicken and meat dishes with rice, beans and a side of loud music.
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