Punta Cana · Premium · Full Day
Samaná, Cayo Levantado & El Limón Waterfall from Punta Cana
Overview
A full-day expedition from Punta Cana to the Samaná Peninsula — widely considered the most beautiful region of the Dominican Republic. We cross to Cayo Levantado, the postcard-perfect 'Bacardi Island' with white-sand beaches and crystal-clear water, then head inland to El Limón, a 40-meter jungle waterfall reached by horseback through tropical countryside. The day finishes with a traditional Dominican lunch and a relaxed return to your hotel. From January to mid-March we can swap Cayo Levantado for an unforgettable humpback whale-watching add-on in Samaná Bay. This is the perfect single-day complement to a beach-and-pool resort week — and the easiest way to see why locals consider Samaná the country's hidden gem.
Highlights
- Round-trip from any Punta Cana, Bávaro, Cap Cana or Uvero Alto hotel
- Cayo Levantado — pristine white-sand 'Bacardi Island' beach time
- El Limón — 40-meter jungle waterfall + natural swimming pool
- Horseback ride through tropical countryside to the waterfall
- Speedboat across Samaná Bay
- Traditional Dominican lunch with fresh local fish
- Optional January–March: humpback whale watching in Samaná Bay
- Small group · bilingual local guide
Included
- Round-trip hotel/Airbnb pickup (private transfer)
- Speedboat to Cayo Levantado and back
- Horseback ride to El Limón waterfall (or 30-min hike option)
- Local guide at the waterfall trail
- Traditional Dominican lunch (chicken, fish, rice, beans, salad)
- Bottled water throughout the day
- All taxes and park entrance fees
- Bilingual (EN/ES/DE/FR) guide
Not Included
- Whale watching upgrade (Jan–mid-March, +USD 25/person)
- Alcoholic drinks at lunch
- Horse guide tip (USD 5–10 customary)
- Souvenirs and personal expenses
- Professional photos
Itinerary
06:00 – 06:30
Hotel pickup
Private air-conditioned transfer from your hotel or Airbnb in Punta Cana, Bávaro, Cap Cana or Uvero Alto.
08:30
Sabana de la Mar port
Scenic 2-hour drive across the eastern countryside. Light breakfast stop on the way.
09:00
Speedboat to Cayo Levantado
30-minute crossing of stunning Samaná Bay — keep your camera ready.
09:45 – 12:00
Cayo Levantado
Free time on the famous white-sand 'Bacardi Island' beach. Swim, snorkel, walk the palm-lined coast.
12:30
Dominican lunch
Traditional buffet with fresh fish, rice, beans, salad and tropical fruit at a local restaurant.
14:00
El Limón trailhead
Short transfer to the Limón ranch. Meet your horse and local guide.
14:30 – 16:00
El Limón waterfall
Horseback ride (~25 min) through jungle and rivers, then a short walk to the base of the 40m waterfall. Swim in the natural pool.
17:00
Return drive
Comfortable transfer back to Punta Cana.
19:00 – 19:30
Hotel drop-off
Back at your resort, full of unforgettable memories.
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