“Join this 5-hour Puerto Plata tour to meet squirrel monkeys, visit the 16th-century Fortaleza San Felipe and stroll the historic old town. Hotel/port pickup included. Book your cultural & historical adventure today!”
Overview
Discover playful squirrel monkeys and explore colonial history in one immersive experience in Puerto Plata. Begin your adventure with friendly monkeys in a jungle setting, then head into the city sights including the historic fortress and charming old town
Highlights
Meet and interact with squirrel monkeys up close.
Visit the iconic 16th-century Fortaleza San Felipe overlooking the bay of Puerto Plata.
Walk through the historic centre of Puerto Plata, absorbing local culture and architecture
Full Description
In a memorable 5-hour experience you’ll be picked up (from your hotel or cruise port) and taken into lush countryside to interact with free-roaming squirrel monkeys. You’ll feed them fruit under supervision and capture unforgettable moments. Afterwards you’ll move into the heart of Puerto Plata to explore its colonial past: visit the fortress San Felipe — built in the 16th century to guard the city — and stroll through the historic centre with its charming architecture and seafront views. Return transfer is included, making this an easy and enriching half-day outing
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What’s Included
Round-trip transfer from your hotel or cruise port
Expert guide
Entrance to the monkey encounter site and the historic fortress
What to Bring
Comfortable walking shoes
Hat and sunscreen
Camera (for the monkeys and fortress views)
Light rain jacket (weather can change)
Small amount of local currency (for optional tips or souvenirs)
Duration:
Approx. 5 hours.
Price:
From around US $99 per person (check current rate)
Meeting Point:
Location will be your hotel or cruise port in Puerto Plata (pickup included)
Why Travelers Love It
Guests highlight the unique experience of interacting with monkeys and the combination of nature plus history in a single outing. The convenience of hotel/port pickup and a small group setting makes it approachable even if you have a limited time in Puerto Plata.
After completing your reservation, our team will contact you one day before your tour to confirm your exact hotel / Airbnb pickup time or meeting point.
If you selected a meeting point during your booking, please note that your reservation is fully confirmed — simply arrive at the chosen location at the scheduled time.
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We look forward to welcoming you! 🌴✨
As a local, I had some major skepticism about going on a “tour” of the area I grew up. Turns out I didn’t know as much as I thought! The guide made for a spectacular experience and I would recommend that even those who live here try it out! Even if you think i…
Beautiful place to visit but the tour made it even more fun! I couldn't have enjoyed it more, especially with the team who made it all worthwhile.
An expertly planned trip. The organisation was top-notch and left us with only time to enjoy.
The sites and the people made for an amazing combination. From the start, the tour guides were friendly and energetic. Their attitudes really rubbed off on the group, making for an amazing experience. A lot of different people got a long great, because of the …
The way this team help with all its just top for sun and just trip. Can’t give value so cheap thanks again for all from every one.
