Top Puerto Plata Nature and Wildlife Tours

This multifaceted tour is a great choice for first-time visitors. Enjoy ziplining, a thrilling ride through the jungle on all terrain vehicles, and a horseback ride. The tour ends with a plunge in the pool, after which you’ll have earned a tropical cocktail. If you’re still up for more adventure, take a stroll through tropical gardens and learn about some of the facility’s rescued animals.

Journey into the tropical rain forest near Puerto Plata to explore the 27 Waterfalls of Damajagua, a series of cascading waterfalls, canyons, and bright azure pools. Trek to the 12th waterfall or all the way to the top of the 27th with a local guide, and then jump, swim, and slide your way back down. Afterwards, refuel with a Dominican buffet-style lunch. Plus, hotel pickup and drop-off from Puerto Plata is included.

Be as active or as relaxed as you like on this fun five-hour catamaran cruise. Make use of the provided snorkeling gear and explore from the boat, or simply chill out in or beside the on-board pool. BBQ food and drinks, including beer and rum, will be provided to keep you fueled up.

Experience life on a beautiful, deserted, tropical island during this full-day, guided tour that includes stops in Monte Cristi and a Dominican marketplace. Set off over the waves on a speedboat bound for the white sand beaches and turquoise blue waters of Cayo Arena. Snorkel to see the coral reef, swim in the sun, and enjoy refreshments on the island’s beach before heading to Monte Cristi National Park.

Explore the North Coast of the Dominican Republic during this full-day adventure tour including waterfalls and zip lines. Lunch, refreshments, and hotel or cruise port pickup and drop-off included.

Enjoy a half-day visit to Country World Adventure Park during this small-group excursion, which includes a four-wheeler tour. Explore the countryside, getting off-road access in a rugged ATV for either solo passengers or pairs. Other highlights include an on-site swimming pool, zip lines, and a tropical botanical garden.

Experience the ocean from above and below during this full-day, sailing tour on a 75-foot (22-meter) catamaran that includes two snorkeling stops. Swim among the colourful fish and vibrant coral at Sosua Bay and enjoy lunch onboard while sailing down the coast. Relax on the deck in sun before heading back to shore.

Go ziplining and interact with native squirrel monkeys during this 4.5-hour eco-adventure from Punta Cana. Get suited up in safety equipment and zoom through the lush jungle of the Choco region over 7 ziplines and 2 suspension bridges. With a naturalist guide, enter the forest of Monkey Jungle, fruit basket in hand, and interact with friendly squirrel monkeys. Round-trip transportation from Puerto Plata hotels is included.

Get from Puerto Plata Airport to your hotel in style and comfort with this private transfer service. Avoid wasting time in long taxi lines, and instead, meet your driver at Puerto Plata Airport's exit to start your transfer without any delays. The vehicle is a comfortable air-conditioned van with plenty of room for your luggage, making it a stress-free ride.

From historic attractions to scenic vista points, Puerto Plata has plenty to keep visitors entertained. See the best of the city in a short time frame on this Puerto Plata shore excursion, which includes 10 top area attractions such as the San Felipe Fortress and the historic Victorian district. A small-group limit keeps the tour more personal, while an open bar keeps you feeling like you’re on vacation.

Save hours researching the highlights of Paradise Island and enjoy this comprehensive day tour instead. After a convenient pickup, go on a speedboat ride to Paradise Island (also known as Cayo Arena) and see its pristine white sandy beaches and great snorkeling spots. The trip also includes a speedboat ride around the mangrove jungle and plenty of opportunities to spot local wildlife.

This buggy tour is the perfect way to explore the scenery of the Dominican Republic at a much faster pace than a walking tour. Start the day with a hotel pickup, and enjoy the perk of having equipment rental included for extra convenience. Once in the dune buggy, follow your guide through sugar cane fields, along beautiful beaches, and past stunning mountain views.

Combine a visit to Damajagua waterfall, a horseback riding adventure, and an 8-line zipline course in a single half-day tour from Puerto Plata. On this experience, take a dip some of the numerous waterfalls of Damajagua and horseback ride through a tropical landscape. Entrance fees, lunch, and round-trip transportation from Puerto Plata hotels provided.

Discover the secluded Damajagua Waterfalls, tucked in the hills of the Dominican Republic's Northern Corridor, on this full-day trip from Puerto Plata. Explore the twenty-seven pristine falls, cascading over limestone, with your local guide. Get a short safety briefing, then jump, swim and slide down natural waterslides. Lunch, beverages and round-trip transportation from Puerto Plata hotels are included.

A must do for any nature lover, get the unique chance to see a family of squirrel monkeys eating right from a fruit bowl in your hands.

This tour helps you get the most out of limited time in Puerto Plata by combining three experiences in a day. Travel in an open-air safari truck along off-road routes, and visit the beautiful Damajagua waterfalls. Then, enjoy the thrill of a river crossing in a two-person buggy. A highlight for animal lovers is a visit to Monkeyland—a place where you can look out for squirrel monkeys in their natural environment.

Experience the peaceful environment of the Caribbean Sea aboard a catamaran on a sailing journey from Sosua to the Ocean World Marina. Along the way, you'll stop at two snorkeling spots to explore the underwater world using the provided snorkeling equipment. Back on board, dry off and dig in to the buffet lunch, accompanied by drinks from the open bar.

Spend time in the great outdoors and get your adrenaline pumping on this adventure tour in the Dominican countryside. Head to an adventure park and start your day with a thrilling zipline tour over a series of cables in the tropical jungle. Then, take a horseback ride past rolling hills, through tropical flora, and over a babbling brook to conclude your tour.

Immerse yourself in the Dominican Republic's stunning natural scenery during this rugged, half-day dune buggy tour. Ideal for all levels, a pre-departure orientation is included. Drive off-road through muddy paths and picturesque coastlines in Puerto Plata Province. Small-group tours include a stop at Playa Bergantin with an optional swim.

Adventure-loving travelers who are short on time in the Dominican Republic can do it all on this action-packed day trip. Instead of focusing on one outdoor activity you'll get the chance to ride an ATV, zipline into a pool and along forest trails, take a relaxing horseback ride, and slide and swim into the beautiful, refreshing Damajagua Falls. Refuel after all this fun with a home-cooked Dominican meal.

Combine ziplining, horseback riding, and a visit to a petting zoo during this excursion from Puerto Plata. Lunch and round-trip transportation from Puerto Plata hotels are included; no zipline or horseback riding experience necessary.

Get more out of your time in the Caribbean with a visit to a place that lives up to its name—Paradise Island. No need to worry about a jam-packed schedule—the tour gives you plenty of time to relax, sunbathe on the beach, or go on a guided snorkeling adventure. A highlight is a speedboat ride through the mangroves—an area known for its striking natural beauty. A delicious Dominican lunch and a market visit are also included.

Visit Cayo Arena (also called Cayo Paraiso), a coral island off the coast of the Dominican Republic, during a full-day trip from Puerto Plata. Journey northward in a comfortable coach to Punta Rusia, in La Isabela Bay, then board a modern speed boat bound for the tiny coral atoll. On the way, look out for manatees and enjoy the sunshine while your relax on the deck. On the island, relax in the soft sand, snorkel and swim in the azure waters or explore on foot. Lunch, beverages and round-trip transportation from Puerto Plata hotels are included.

This destination offers a unique experience in its different waterfalls, which will become an extreme and unforgettable adventure. Where you can enjoy the incredible natural limestone slides, swim in crystal clear water and dive into the depths of the mysterious caves. In this way you will have the opportunity to feel and live the great experience of the natural riches that this magical destination gives us.