Dominican Republic Pastimes, Things To Do

We also have some great activities in the cities. Baseball, our most beloved team sport. Dominoes, played on a street corner and in the parks. We have some of the best golf courses in the world.

One of the most favorite pastimes here in the country I would have to say is taking it easy. Being with friends and family. Sitting outside in the park or on the porch visiting and talking. Sharing a cold beer at the local Colmado with the neighbors.

This is our beautiful island in the Caribbean. There is something here for all.

Looking for something to do while your here? Viator.com has many tours and things to do in Dominican Republic and throughout the entire world. Adventures that one could only dream of having in far away destinations.

Why wait til you arrive to where your headed to make plans? Plan ahead. Many of the popular tours sell out well in advance. This way you can lock in the price of the tour you want. Don't be surprised later when the price or exchange rate has gone up. When you get to your destination you want to play and explore. Not waste time making decisions on where to go and what to see or finding out that the excursion provider is not licensed or is a fly-by-night provider without references and has a questionable safety record. Feel safe, plan ahead and enjoy!

Below is a small sampling of some of the excursions that are available in Dominican Republic. Click on any of the links read more details about that excursion or go to Viator.com and do a search for any world destination you are planning to visit.

Scubadoo Excursion from Punta Cana Want to see the underworld but have never been diving? No diving experience required!! It's just like riding a bike, underwater! This excursion is with submarine-motorbikes. Jump on your very own mini-submarine and diving to the depths of 3 meters and see coral reefs and colorful ocean life. You can view first hand the spectacular underwater world that the Dominican Republic has to offer!

Sunset Trip departing Punta Cana Enjoy a breathtaking view of the coastline. Take a 2 hour (approximate time) sunset cruise. A perfect ending to a beautiful day in our paradise! (* note..it is a 2 hour cruise not a 3 hour cruise like the one with Gilligan and the Skipper..LOL!)

Snorkeling Excursion to Sosua from Puerto Plata Jump aboard the 25 passenger catamaran and head to the coral reefs of Sosua. Then you will get the opportunity to snorkel and see the fishies and other under and above water sights.

Snorkel Excursion to The Island Catalina from Punta Cana A comfortable boat will take on this 9 hour (approximately) excursion. You get go to the different coral reefs to dive, if your certified, and to snorkel for the non-divers.You will have lunch on the white beach of Catalina Island.

Get Wet - White Water River Rafting Adrenaline junky's welcome! Have an exhilarating adventure. Prepare for a pure adrenaline rush as you tackle the rapids of the Yaque del North River in the lush tropical mountains of Dominican Republic. A Dominican style buffet lunch will be served to end an absolutely superb day!

Santo Domingo City Tour Explore the oldest city in the Americas and the first capital of the New World - Santo Domingo! The tour takes you through Colonial Zone and see all the sights you read about here in our web site. You informative guide will take you to many points of interest, giving you interesting facts about a city that holds so much history! You will get some free time to shop for some bargains in the Calle El Conde!

There is so much to do in our small but diverse country.

The out of doors. We have lakes that are calm and clear. Rivers that can go from smooth to raging rapids and plummeting waterfalls. We have some of the most beautiful beaches in the world. We have mountain peaks and lush green valleys. did you know that Dominican Republic is one of the worlds most geographically diverse nations for its size? We have the highest mountain in all the Caribbean and also a point that is below sea level. We have desert-like plains and lush tropical valleys. There are beautiful pine forests in the mountains, barren deserts where there is only cactus, tranquil palms swaying in the breezes on a beautiful white sand beach.

Samana Adventure

Some of Samana hidden treasures are El Limon and Bacardi Island.

El Limon has one of the highest and most stunning waterfalls on the island and you will bathe in the cool spring waters after taking in the breathtaking views of the area. After this excursion you can indulge yourself with lunch on Bacardi Island. Here they will cook you a real Dominican treat - Fresh fish cooked in Coconut sauce washed down with a refreshing Coco Loco - absolutely mouthwatering! Then after you have made the tummy happy with this palette pleasing lunch you will get a well deserved rest on the white powder sand beach. Who could ask for more?

Paradise Island Visit one of the most idyllic islands known on the North Coast! A Speedboat, departing from Puerta Plata, whisks you to this spectacular natural sandbank island in the middle of the Ocean. The powder white sand is surrounded by aqua marine clear waters. Check out the coral reefs and abundant tropical fish or just tan and relax. Then, return to the mainland where a Dominican buffet lunch is served. After filling the stomach you will have more relaxing time on the beach of Punta Rusia then you will see the lush Mangrove National Park. A truly exclusive day out!

Speed Boats from Punta Cana This 2 1/2 hour (approx.) tour departs from Punta Cana. They will pick you up at your hotel ( click the link about for more specific information and the hotels from which the excursion will leave). This amusing water adventure gives you the opportunity to drive your own speed boat (always 2 persons in a boat).This exciting tour is full of great maneuvers bordering the famous coastline of the Bavaro beaches, for some of the best views of the Dominican Republic you will get!

Ocean World Adventure Park Admission (from Puerta Plata) This is a magical marine adventure unlike anything you've ever experienced before. It is great for the entire family. Ocean World is a must for everyone visiting the Dominican Republic! Experience Dolphns, Stingrays, Sharks, and South American Sea Lions. Feed a Macaw or Toucan right from your hand. Ocean World Adventure Park will give you and your family an experience that will become the memory of a lifetime!

Dominican Jeep Safari from Juan Dolio Become a Dominican for a day! Jump aboard these all-terrain trucks and they will take you on an adventure where you can see some culture and ancestral traditions as you discover the wide expanses of sugar cane fields and their workers. Also see a typical house in the country along with its tropical fruit orchards. Here you can have your fill of local products (vanilla, coffee, cacao and honey). From here you will visit a typical country village and its country school. To top it all off you will have a special buffet lunch of Dominican specialties at a mountain ranch.

Puerto Plata Monster 8 Wheel Truck Excursion. When you go on this popular safari on this 8 Wheel Monster Trucks you will see some of the most breathtaking landscapes Dominican Republic has to offer. Travel through our backcountry roads, crossing rivers, streams and sugar cane fields. Experience a little bit of country life. Visit a small colorful home and school and a colonial style cheese factory. Taste fresh brewed coffee and enjoy a mouth-watering buffet lunch of local cuisine. After eating lunch you get to work off some of the food and get refreshed while you enjoy a refreshing swims at a gorgeous river!

Outback Safari from Puerto Plata. Departing Puerto Plata, aboard all-terrain trucks you can discover the wide expanses of sugar cane fields and the workers who still preserve some of their ancestral traditions. You will discover some of the spectacular Dominican Republic scenery. Our Rivers and Valley's and Hidden native villages where time has stood still and the culture is still rich! After visiting a typical village and country school, the memory of the gorgeous children waving goodbye will last forever!

Altos de Chavon and La Romana from Juan Dolio. Walk through the cobble stone pathways, taking a step back in time. This is the only way to get a real feel of this beautiful place and see the amazing architecture. Discover the famous amphitheater where world-renowned musicians such as Sinatra have performed! Then stop and explore the new and old style of the town of La Romana. This is the newest cruise port in Dominican Republic, offering a wonderful experience to all who visit!

Dolphin Encounter at Ocean World This interactive program enables participants to stand comfortably on a platform, approximately three feet below the water, and experience the magic of the dolphin world. They offer an up-close-and-personal opportunity for guests of all ages to meet these incredible mammals in the safety and comfort of waist deep water. You and the dolphins can share kisses, hugs, 'dances' and touch the dolphin's smooth, rubbery skin. You can even feed them some fishy treats, all while posing for some once in a lifetime photos!

Sea Lion Encounter at Ocean World See the clowns of the sea, the Patagonian sea lions, swim, dive, leap, bark and show off. Then have an up-close meeting where you can touch, feed, pet, and play games with these comical, agile sea lions in one of the interaction pools. At the end of the encounter, guests get a hug, a big wet kiss and the photo opportunity of a lifetime!

Shark and Stingray Encounter at Ocean World Put on your mask and snorkel and jump in. Touch the backs of these gentle and friendly Stingray as they sweep the pool bottom with their velvety wings. They no longer have their stingers so is quite safe to swim and enjoy the sensation of their graceful bodies moving around you. Then get ready to hold, touch, feed and swim with a small school of adult nurse sharks. Some of these magnificent creatures are as long as 7ft. When you are through you will have a true understanding and an appreciation for this beautiful and awe-inspiring creature that very few people will ever share!