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Punta Cana: Samaná Peninsula & Cayo Levantado Day Trip

Short Description
Join this full‑day tour from Punta Cana to the Samaná Peninsula & Cayo Levantado: horseback ride through jungle to El Limón waterfall, swim in tropical cascades, enjoy a Dominican lunch and cruise to white‑sand beaches. Perfect day‑trip combining adventure and beach bliss.
Description
Overview
Embark on a full‑day adventure from Punta Cana to the beautiful Samaná Peninsula and the idyllic Cayo Levantado (also known as Bacardí Island). Ride a safari truck and enjoy lush jungle scenery, experience a horseback ride to the stunning El Limón Waterfall, savour a traditional Dominican lunch, then cruise on a catamaran to pristine white‑sand beaches and crystal‑clear waters.
Highlights
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Feel the thrill of a horseback ride through the lush jungle to El Limón.
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Swim in the refreshing waters of El Limón waterfall.
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Enjoy a traditional Dominican lunch at a local restaurant.
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Relax on the white‑sand beaches of Cayo Levantado, also known as Bacardí Island.
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Cruise on a catamaran to the idyllic Cayo Levantado.
Full Description
Begin with hotel pickup and a scenic drive through the picturesque Miches area to La Cañita. From there, board a boat to the Samaná Peninsula, where a safari truck awaits to take you deep into the mountain jungle. Experience a horseback ride through lush greenery to reach the magnificent El Limón waterfall. Enjoy a refreshing swim in its cascading waters, surrounded by tropical foliage. Afterward, savour a traditional Dominican lunch at a local restaurant. The journey continues with a catamaran cruise to the idyllic Cayo Levantado, also known as Bacardí Island. Relax on its white sand beaches and swim in the crystal‑clear waters before returning to La Cañita and heading back to your accommodation. GetYourGuide
What’s Included
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Hotel pickup and drop‑off.
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Scenic drive through Miches.
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Boat ride to Samaná Peninsula.
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Safari truck ride.
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Horseback ride to El Limón waterfall.
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Swim at El Limón waterfall.
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Traditional Dominican lunch.
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Catamaran cruise to Cayo Levantado.
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Relaxation on Cayo Levantado beaches.
What to Bring
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Comfortable shoes (for walking/horseback ride).
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Swimwear (for waterfall and beach).
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Camera (to capture magical moments).
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Sunscreen.
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Insect repellent (recommended for the jungle area).
Duration
1 day (full‑day tour)
Price
From approx. USD 2,000 per person (check current availability)
Meeting Point
Hotel pickup (exact meeting location confirmed upon booking)
Why Travelers Love It
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Combines adventure, nature, and relaxation all in one day.
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Allows you to experience horse‑riding through jungle, waterfall swimming, and beach lounging on a stunning island.
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Great value for destination lovers who want a rich day trip from Punta Cana.
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A seamless mix of land, sea and coast: scenic drives, boat ride, catamaran cruise, and tropical beaches.
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Ideal for travelers seeking both exploration and downtime in a single excursion.
Important Note
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.
Please ensure the WhatsApp number, phone number, or email you entered during booking is correct so we can reach you smoothly.
For any changes to your reservation, weather questions, or special requests, feel free to contact us:
- 📞 Barbara (WhatsApp): +1 829-318-9463
- 📞 Dary (WhatsApp): +1 829-754-6322
- 📧 Email: reservabatour@gmail.com
We look forward to welcoming you! 🌴✨
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Reviews
I came to this tour on a recommendation, and it didn't disappoint! If you’re looking for something that you can cherish forever and enjoy for one full day then this is the tour for you!
What a fantastic tour! The staff were all incredibly helpful and made us feel welcome. Highly recommended!
The staff highly recommended this tour to us. So much value for everything we got to do. We will be booking again.
5-Star experience and the guide was very knowledgable. This tour showed me some amazing things. Highly recommend!
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