Dominican Republic Holidays

The stunning Isla Saona is set just off the Dom Rep’s south-east coast and is a 42-square-mile haven of white sands, shallow waters and a forest-cloaked interior. Set off from Bayahibe onboard a speedboat or catamaran and follow the glorious coast of Cotubanamá National Park to Saona. On the way, you’ll visit a natural pool where you can take your first dip of the day, before continuing on to one of the island’s best beaches and a lively beach club where you’ll spend the rest of your time, taking part in a dance class, snorkelling just offshore, playing a game of beach volleyball or just doing nothing at all. There’ll be an open bar and a generous Dominican Republic buffet at lunch time. This is pure island bliss.

• Duration: full day
• Daily Monday to Saturday\ • Operates year-round\ • Group experience

Good to know
This excursion is not suitable for guest with mobility issues. Whichever way you travel to the island, the opposite transportation will be used on the return leg.

Experience the thrills, spills and adventures at Scape Park, a theme park with a beautifully natural setting near Punta Cana. Spend the day following culture and eco trails, zip lining (across the water and/or over dry land), exploring caves and swimming in cenotes. There’s also a high-ropes course, off-road buggy course and rope slides that end with a splash into the water. This is the perfect day out for the whole family as well as couples who are young at heart.

• Duration: full day
• Departs Tuesday and Sunday\ • Operates year-round\ • Group experience

Good to know\ This excursion is not suitable for guest with mobility issues.

Bijou Isla Catalina is a tropical, uninhabited island a short hop off the coast of La Romana. The snorkelling here is some of the best in the country and the beaches are the stuff of island dreams. The first stop of the day is The Wall snorkelling spot, a fabulous place to spot fish, rays, corals and sea sponges; all equipment will be provided, even buoyancy aids for less confident swimmers. From here, you’ll continue on to the island and step foot onto the picture perfect beach for some down time and a traditional Dominican barbeque lunch.

• Duration: full day
• Departs Thursday and Sunday\ • Operates year-round\ • Group experience

A full day’s cultural exploration awaits on this visit to the island’s heritage-rich capital and the oldest city in the Caribbean. It’s about a two-hour drive to the city from Punta Cana so there’ll be plenty of time to hear about its history from your knowledgeable guide and take in the views of daily life as you travel. Your time in Santo Domingo can be tailored to your interests – your guide will give you ideas of where’s best to visit and what there is to see. A few highlights include the Alcazar de Colon, a 16th-Century fortress that was once the Americas home of Christopher Columbus, the Museum of Royal Houses and the Basilica Cathedral of Santa Maria la Menor. To fuel your sight-seeing, lunch at a local restaurant is included. • Duration: full day • Departs Tuesday to Saturday • Operates year-round • Private experience