The 15 Best Dominican Republic National Park Tours

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

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 214 reviews · 6 - 8 hours · from $60Our pick

From Samaná, take a catamaran or boat across the bay to Los Haitises National Park. Visit mangroves, limestone islands, Línea Cave, and Cueva de la Larena, then return to Cayo Levantado for a Dominican buffet and beach time. Guides speak English, Spanish, and French. Alejandro is one guide praised for knowing the route well.

“I loved the caves. The activity was so much fun. The beach was beautiful. And the food?? Amazing!!”

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2.Bayahibe: National Park Jungle Walk & Snorkeling in Cenotes

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 171 reviews · 3 hours · from $55

From Bayahibe, Gaëlle and Julien lead a small group through Cotubanamá National Park to Cenotes Chicho. After a warm jungle walk, you descend by flashlight into a sacred cave and snorkel in clear 25°C spring water beneath stalactites and stalagmites. Hotel pickup, equipment guidance, and a light aperitif are included.

“All in all an awesome afternoon. Snorkeling in the cave was truly spectacular and so much fun, even for me as a snorkeling newbie. The hike was nice but couldn’t compare with the cave. The guides were super nice and had a lot of interesting information about the activity and also the country itself. I would definitely recommend this tour. It is not something you get to do/see every day.”

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3.2in1: Los Haitises National Park + Yanigua Waterfall-SPA

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 97 reviews · from $129Top rated

Spend 10 to 11 hours exploring Los Haitises National Park and Yanigua Waterfall. You’ll cruise past limestone islands, visit tropical caves, swim in clear water, try a natural clay spa, and learn how Dominican cacao becomes chocolate. Transport, guide, lunch, drinks, and entry fees are included.

“The guides were very kind amd did a great job making sure that everyone understood what was going on, even with multiple languages in the group”

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4.Santo Domingo: Three Eyes National Park Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 41 reviews · 90 minutes - 3 hours · from $35Best value

Walk beneath Santo Domingo with a guide through Los Tres Ojos, where three cave lakes, a sulfur pool, limestone formations, and a fourth cenote reveal the park’s natural and cultural stories. Tours run in English or Spanish, with optional hotel pickup and private groups. Confirm whether water and the boat crossing are included before booking.

“Nice tour and good timing to be there before the crowd arrived”

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5.Three Eyes National Park Exploration Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 40 reviews · from $35

Spend about two hours exploring Santo Domingo’s Three Eyes National Park, a rainforest pocket filled with caves and striking lakes. Guides such as Luis, Rosa, Victor, and Juan Carlos explain the cave system, Taíno culture, and the optional raft ride to the fourth lake. Expect steep steps, walking, and a small group of up to 12 people.

“Luis was a very informative guide, it was a great experience and well timed - the end 9am start is definitely worth it!”

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6.Punta Cana: Los Haitises National Park Full-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 29 reviews · 9 hours · from $129

Leave Punta Cana early for a full day in Samaná Province. Cruise Caño Hondo through mangroves and rocky islets, visit Taíno caves, swim in Caño Hondo’s natural pools, eat Dominican food, then ride a jeep up Montaña Redonda. English, Spanish, and French guiding is available, though English service can vary.

“Would highly recommend. It was our favourite day of the holiday and really worth the money.”

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7.From Punta Cana: Santo Domingo Day Tour with National Park

★★★★★★★★★★3.2 · 22 reviews · 8 hours · from $90

Travel from Punta Cana to Santo Domingo with hotel pickup, a multilingual guide, lunch, and stops at Three Eyes National Park, Columbus Lighthouse, the Colonial Zone, and the National Presidential Palace. You get a broad first look at the capital, but changing vehicles and a long road day can leave limited time for sightseeing.

“It was an amazing experience we were so pleased, the Driver José Luis was so nice and Professional it makes our trip so pleasant, if on a near future we able to go back to the Dominican Republic I would like to do it all over again if is possible I would like to request the same driver!!!”

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8.Los Haitises National Park and Cayo Levantado Island Day Trip from Samana

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 20 reviews · from $99

Spend about eight hours visiting Los Haitises National Park and Cayo Levantado from Samaná. You’ll ride across Samaná Bay, see pictograph-covered caves and mangroves, watch for birds, then enjoy a buffet lunch and beach time. Pickup, park fees, drinks, and a vegetarian option are included.

“très belle découverte de Los Haitises, le temps passé dans la mangrove était cependant trop court et celui à Cayo Levantado trop long. Nous aurions préféré rentrer davantage dans la mangrove et passer moins de temps sur la plage suRead more”

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9.2in1: Los Haitises National Park + Yanigua Waterfall-SPA

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 17 reviews · 1 day · from $125

Spend a full day with a multilingual guide such as Henri in Los Haitises National Park and at Yanigua Waterfall. Cruise mangroves, see Taino cave art, hike rainforest used for Jurassic Park filming, visit cacao and coffee plantations, swim beneath a remote waterfall, taste fresh chocolate, and enjoy lunch beside the falls.

“Tour guide spoke French, German, English and Spanish fluently throughout the tour. He was very accommodating and knowledgeable about the material. The waterfall was awesome, lunch was delicious and the cacao and coffee was amazing.”

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10.Samana: Los Haitises National Park & Caño Hondo Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 14 reviews · 1 day · from $85

From Samana, take the public ferry across Samana Bay, then ride by road and boat through Los Haitises with a local guide. You’ll see mangroves, limestone caves, and Taino petroglyphs, eat a Dominican buffet on a quiet beach, and swim at Caño Hondo. Guides may speak English, Spanish, or French.

“Visita stupenda,servizio impeccabile da parte di Barbara e delle sue guide!!!”

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11.Samana: Los Haitises National Park & Cayo Levantado Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 12 reviews · 7 hours · from $60

From Samana port, you’ll cruise to Los Haitises with a live guide in English, Spanish, or French. See Taíno paintings in Linea Cave, visit Cueva de la Arena, then enjoy a Dominican buffet and beach time on Cayo Levantado. Captain Mazeta has led a well-liked departure, and pickup help may be available from Viva Samana.

“I had a fantastic time on the excursion. The captain "Mazeta" of the catamaran made sure we stayed hydrated. Exploring the national park was fascinating, and the food and beach were the perfect finishing touch. Thank you to Barbara for sending Joel to pick up from Viva Samana and drop off. Xiomara”

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12.Los Haitises National Park Tour from Las Terrenas or Samana (Half Day Trip)

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 10 reviews · from $102

You’ll travel from Las Terrenas or Samaná across Samaná Bay to Los Haitises National Park, then explore its cays, mangroves, bird habitats, and caves marked with Indigenous art. A guide explains the nesting birds and local scenery. Lunch is included, with a vegan option available, and the group can reach up to 30 people.

“We had a great time on this trip. The only reason I gave 4 stars is because the itinerary didn’t mention visiting Bacardi Island and we didn’t bring our swimsuits so we couldn’t go swimming.”

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13.Full-Day Tour of Cayo Levantado and Los Haitises National Park

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 6 reviews · from $65

Spend about three hours exploring Los Haitises National Park with a guide, including caves decorated with Indigenous art, then head to Cayo Levantado for lunch, swimming, and sun time. The tour lasts six to seven hours, costs $65, includes fees and lunch, and is limited to 20 people.

“Great guide (forgot his name but he was an energetic, wonderful older gentleman), beautiful sights, delicious lunch. Overall a great day, I have no complaints.”

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14.National Park of the East Private Hiking Tour with Swimming

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $225

Leave Santo Domingo at 8:00 a.m. for a private, 5 to 7-hour outing in the National Park of the East. Walk through pristine forest, visit caves, swim in a natural pool, then enjoy a Dominican family lunch in Bayahibe. Pickup, transport, water, snacks, and park fees are included.

“The tourgide was very nice and helpful! The tour was great for me and the childeren. I recommend this to everyone!!”

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15.Private Boat Nature Tour of Los Haitises National Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $160

Set out from Santo Domingo at 8:00 a.m. with Explora Ecotour for a small-group boat trip through Los Haitises. With pickup from your hotel or port, you’ll see mangroves, rainforest, and caves with Taino art, then enjoy lunch in Sabana de la Mar. Manny may lead the day, bringing a friendly, well-informed style.

“Manny was fantastic and fun. He is so knowledgeable.”

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