Our most recommended things to do in Samaná

Punta Cana: Samana Tour Island Barcardi and Cascada el Limon

1. Punta Cana: Samana Tour Island Barcardi and Cascada el Limon

Between 6:00 a.m. and 6:30 a.m., we'll pick you up at your Punta Cana hotel and head to Samaná. Once there, we will get into an SUV that will take us on a panoramic tour of the town of Santa Bárbara de Samaná. You will be able to see from the bus the charming colored houses of this town, as well as the tropical landscapes that surround it. Next we will go to a hacienda, from where we will walk until we reach the El Limón waterfall. If you prefer, you can also do this journey on horseback. Once there, you can bathe in the pool of turquoise waters that forms under the waterfall. Upon returning from the waterfall, we will go to the center of Samaná to recharge our batteries with a delicious buffet lunch that will include fresh fish, beans, rice and other traditional foods. Next, we will get on a catamaran to reach Cayo Levantado. This idyllic setting will be the perfect place to enjoy a piña colada, chin-chin! Finally, we will return to the coast to catch the minibus and set off towards Punta Cana. Arrival at your hotel is scheduled between 7:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.

Los Haitises National Park: Boat and Walking Tour with Lunch

2. Los Haitises National Park: Boat and Walking Tour with Lunch

Embark on a full-day trip from Samaná to Los Haitises National park, and explore the park's natural beauty. See the park's beautiful scenery, and look for a variety of species while you explore. Enjoy a typical Dominican lunch buffet on Cayo Levantado. Slalom by the many islets that form this amazing National Park. See the park's natural attractions, like the mangroves, and some of the park's various bird species like pelicans, herons, and the Ridgway's hawk. Take the time to see historic caves and spectacular scenery. Marvel at the caves, which have some of the highest numbers of indigenous petroglyphs and pictographs in the country. Travel to Cayo Levantado, also known as Bacardi Island, and enjoy the picturesque destination's warm beaches, and a buffet lunch of typical Dominican food.

Samana: Whale Watching and Cayo Levantado Full Day Tour

3. Samana: Whale Watching and Cayo Levantado Full Day Tour

Ride by catamaran to explore the Bay of Samana, which harbors thousands of humpback whales during their winter mating season. Next, enjoy the picturesque views of Cayo Levantado, also known as Bacardi Island. Swim in the serene waters and sunbathe on the white-sand beaches before heading back. Depart from Samana and head towards the Bay of Samana, scanning the waters for majestic Humpback Whales at the peak of mating season. Enjoy being out on the water and feel comfortable with snacks and drinks on board. Take photos of these large animals and learn important facts from your guide. Next, sail towards Bacardi Island or Cayo Levantado. Admire the turquoise waters and the white sand that surrounds the Island. Sit and relax on the warm beaches and bathe in the sun. Take the chance to dip into the serene waters and enjoy the rest of your day before heading back to the dock.

Samaná: Los Haitises National Park & Cayo Levantado Island

4. Samaná: Los Haitises National Park & Cayo Levantado Island

Travel across stunning tropical waters and enjoy delicious Dominican delicacies on this beautiful tour. Contemplate the historic artworks of the Indigenous Taíno people found in caves located in the beautiful Los Haitises National Park. Begin at Samana port where you will then take a catamaran or boat to pass Samana Bay. Arrive at the Los Haitises National Park, and visit the gorgeous rock islands and learn about about interpretations of Indigenous Taíno paintings at Linea Cave. After departing the ancient cave, take a boat across the beautiful waters to visit a charming beach and the Cueva de la Larena Cave. Finish the tour of the cave with a toast and take the boat back to Cayo Levantado. Once you have returned, enjoy a traditional Dominican buffet and relax at Cayo Levantado Beach.

Samana: Bay of Samana Whale Watching Experience

5. Samana: Bay of Samana Whale Watching Experience

Enjoy a whale-watching experience in the Bay of Samaná, where humpback whales visit every year and see these beautiful creatures up close on this unique whale-watching tour. Explore the Bay of Samaná, which plays host to thousands of humpback whales during winter’s mating season. Take in this amazing experience in the company of a specialized guide and enjoy snacks on board (water, soda, coconut). Meet at the tour office and gather with the rest of the tour members and specialized staff at the dock, and depart from the private dock in Samaná at 9:30 am. Travel through the Bay of Samaná in search of the Humpback whales, all the way to the Marine Mammal Sanctuary. Marvel at the aquatic wildlife and beautiful scenery in the Bay of Samaná, and experience a unique and exciting whale-watching tour before returning back to the dock around 1:30 pm.

Punta Cana: Samana Bay Full-Day Experience

6. Punta Cana: Samana Bay Full-Day Experience

Live the experience by sailing the bays of Miches and Samana by boat to reach a tourist destination full of splendor, nature and great tourist attractions which are unique to the region. Get to know Samana on one of the most complete tours offered in the Punta Cana area. Relax to the rhythm of the Dominican Republic on the island of Cayo Levantado or Bacardi, where its white sand will wind you down while you overlook a virgin beach on your approximately 2 hours stopover. Visit the Island of Cayo Levantado for the next 2 hours and enjoy a unique lunch with touches of local Samana cuisine. Visit the horse ranch in the middle of the jungle and ride a horse accompanied by a local guide. Continuing on to connect with the natural museum of the Limon Waterfall for the next hour and soak up the environment in the afternoon. Take in the panoramic view of the new tourist destination of Miches and the Bay of Samana. Cruise with a small group through the bay on a comfortable motorized catamaran with some tropical music in the background.

Samaná: Catamaran Boat Tour with Snorkeling and Lunch

7. Samaná: Catamaran Boat Tour with Snorkeling and Lunch

On this excursion we go through the bay of Samaná, Departure from our private dock, sail to snorkel point 1 on the sunken ferry (1 hour), navigate to snorkel point 2 Cayo La Farola (1 hour), then let's have lunch at our private restaurant in Cayo Levantado, enjoy free time on the beach, Sail across the bay to return to the dock. On board we have: Snorkel equipment, life vests, open bar of rum, soft drinks, water, coconut, pineapple and Creole coconut bread.

From Punta Cana: Samana Full Day Trip by Bus and Boat

8. From Punta Cana: Samana Full Day Trip by Bus and Boat

Benefit from hotel pickup in the areas of Punta Cana, Bavaro, Uvero Alto, and Bayahibe, and then experience the amazing countryside of the Dominican Republic from multiple perspectives. Journey along rural roads and get endless photo opportunities. Start with about an hour's drive along El Seybo Highway from Bavaro to Miches. Head to the dock to board a speedboat to Santa Bárbara de Samaná. On arrival, climb aboard a safari-style truck, and travel to El Limón. Visit an island house and sample native and organic fruits from the plantation. Continue to the majestic El Limón Waterfall with a short ride through the tropical forest by horse. Get a unique view of the crystal clear waters from the mountain before saying farewell to the horses and hiking alongside the river to take a refreshing dip in the waterfall. Replenish with a typical buffet-style meal at Rancho Tipico and enjoy a short rest before going back to the dock in Samaná. Travel to Bacardi Island or Cayo Levantado by speedboat and bathe in the turquoise waters on arrival. Then, board your speedboat for one last trip to Miches, where a bus will be waiting to take you back to your hotel.

Samaná: Cayo Levantado Island Boat Trip with Buffet Lunch

9. Samaná: Cayo Levantado Island Boat Trip with Buffet Lunch

Our day passes are for anyone who wants to spend a day at one of the most beautiful beaches in the Dominican Republic. You are free to walk around, swimming, relaxing, chilling, playing volleyball, taking photos, snorkeling, enjoying the beach or just lying in shadow and taking a refreshing beverage (Piña Colada, Coco Loco, Cuba Libre etc.) Bacardi Island Beach Day Trip (Cayo Levantado)! Get your tickets and have lunch on the beach. Daily boat or catamaran transfer to Bacardi Island. Visit Samaná Bay and book this offer today.

Las Terrenas: Private Coffee Trail ATV Tour

10. Las Terrenas: Private Coffee Trail ATV Tour

The tour will take you through country roads boarded by cacao and coffee fields, spectacular views over the Samana bay, and local farms. We’ll stop at a classic mountain farm, sharing some time with a family of farmers. You’ll be able to see some of the products they produce and visit their farm, learning about organic farming and plants. You’ll witness the difference between Las Terrenas, a busy beach destination, and the countryside, with its clean air and slow-paced way of life. If you want, the farmers will show you how coffee or cacao is made, from the tree to your table. You can then sip on a cup of coffee or hot cocoa. Don’t worry, if you don’t speak Spanish, our local tour guide will translate everything for you. Next stop is a small beach on the Samana Bay where you can take a dip and cool off for a while. On the way, we’ll pass through many fields, farms, and viewpoints. Most of the trip is on dirt roads, it’s a lot of fun driving the ATV there, up and down, through bumps and holes. If you are not 100% comfortable driving an ATV or if speed is not your thing, don’t worry, you can either drive slow (more time to enjoy the view!) or you can ride with someone, most ATV can sit two people. Driving an ATV is pretty straightforward and even if it’s your first time you should get the hang of it pretty quickly.

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based on 197 reviews

We had a lovely, well organized crew with multilingual guides. Roberto and Joaquin spoke German, English, French and Spanish and were very knowledgeable about nature, history and everything. They seemed to be eco-conscious as they had glas bottles only as plastic is no good for the ocean if lost. Plastic cups were used though for the Softdrinks, water and rum which is included in the tour. The visit to cayo levantado was ok-ish; good food but very crowded. Samaná has much more beautiful beaches to offer without the crowds. I‘d prefer a half day trip without the beach in the future.

Everything as described, an experience to be redone for sure, the most interesting and stimulating part is certainly the first, the visit to the caves with the park. Perfect staff and organization, the guide spoke three languages, Spanish, English and French, super nice as well as the captain and his assistant ☺️ Plus point for the bottle of Brugal rum on board. Many thanks for the experience

We loved the experience. Two things we all agreed on: it would have been better to stay longer at the Caída Limón and skip the beach. Also, we would have appreciated to have a ballpark figure of how much tips to bring. And guides most be paid by the ranch in addition to tips

It was excellent… the highlight of my trip. My father love it and the added Photografer Isael was an amazing choice,

nice trip, good organization, Alejandro our guide was great and knows his tour well! can totally recommend it!