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Damajagua Swim & Dominican Safari Cultural Experience with Lunch
Moderate Activity
Includes meal
Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.
What you will visit:
Damajagua National Park
Explore the protected rainforest of Damajagua National Park on a guided 30-minute walk alongside the Damajagua River. As you follow the trail, your local guide will introduce native trees, tropical fruits, and the area's diverse vegetation before leading you to a natural river pool, where you can swim in the refreshing waters and enjoy the spectacular surroundings of this remarkable national park.
Maimón Butterfly Sanctuary
Travel through the picturesque countryside aboard a Caribbean-style safari truck to Maimón, home to the only butterfly nursery on the Dominican Republic's north coast. Learn about the fascinating life cycle of butterflies while observing a variety of native species in this unique educational and beautiful sanctuary.
La Huerta
Visit La Huerta, a former sugar cane plantation once owned by the Brugal family. Walk the property's trails through fields where many of the vegetables and spices served with your meal are grown, then visit the Brugal Rum Museum to learn about the rum-making process and enjoy a tasting. Younger guests will also enjoy the animals and petting zoo.
What you will see along the way:
From lush tropical landscapes and the flowing Damajagua River to rural countryside and picturesque scenery, the journey showcases the diverse natural beauty of Puerto Plata. Along the way, watch for native vegetation, towering trees, and glimpses of everyday life that offer a different perspective on the Dominican Republic beyond its coastline.
Lunch: While at La Huerta, enjoy a typical Dominican lunch often called "La Bandera" (The Flag), prepared with many of the vegetables and spices grown on the property. The buffet features rice, beans, chicken, and pork, while children may choose chicken tenders and fries.
Shopping:
Local Artisan Market
At this bustling marketplace, meet local artisans as they create sculptures from wood and stone using traditional techniques. Sample locally prepared hot chocolate or Dominican coffee while browsing handcrafted souvenirs. Purchases made with cash or credit card directly support the surrounding communities.
Points of interest
Outdoor Adventure
Schedule
Special Notes
Guests must be a minimum age of 4 years to participate. Closed-toe shoes are required. Bring a beach towel, swimsuit, change of clothes, and water shoes; water shoes are available for rent on site. A helmet and life vest are provided and are required. Lockers are available for rent. Photography and video are not allowed inside the park. For safety reasons, pregnant women, guests with knee, back or neck injuries, guests with a recent surgery (less than 6 months), guests with heart or respiratory conditions, and guests under any medication that carries a warning of any mental or physical impairment may not participate in this excursion.
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Moderate Activity
Includes meal
Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.
What you will visit:
Damajagua National Park
Explore the protected rainforest of Damajagua National Park on a guided 30-minute walk alongside the Damajagua River. As you follow the trail, your local guide will introduce native trees, tropical fruits, and the area's diverse vegetation before leading you to a natural river pool, where you can swim in the refreshing waters and enjoy the spectacular surroundings of this remarkable national park.
Maimón Butterfly Sanctuary
Travel through the picturesque countryside aboard a Caribbean-style safari truck to Maimón, home to the only butterfly nursery on the Dominican Republic's north coast. Learn about the fascinating life cycle of butterflies while observing a variety of native species in this unique educational and beautiful sanctuary.
La Huerta
Visit La Huerta, a former sugar cane plantation once owned by the Brugal family. Walk the property's trails through fields where many of the vegetables and spices served with your meal are grown, then visit the Brugal Rum Museum to learn about the rum-making process and enjoy a tasting. Younger guests will also enjoy the animals and petting zoo.
What you will see along the way:
From lush tropical landscapes and the flowing Damajagua River to rural countryside and picturesque scenery, the journey showcases the diverse natural beauty of Puerto Plata. Along the way, watch for native vegetation, towering trees, and glimpses of everyday life that offer a different perspective on the Dominican Republic beyond its coastline.
Lunch: While at La Huerta, enjoy a typical Dominican lunch often called "La Bandera" (The Flag), prepared with many of the vegetables and spices grown on the property. The buffet features rice, beans, chicken, and pork, while children may choose chicken tenders and fries.
Shopping:
Local Artisan Market
At this bustling marketplace, meet local artisans as they create sculptures from wood and stone using traditional techniques. Sample locally prepared hot chocolate or Dominican coffee while browsing handcrafted souvenirs. Purchases made with cash or credit card directly support the surrounding communities.
Points of interest
Outdoor Adventure
Schedule
Special Notes
Guests must be a minimum age of 4 years to participate. Closed-toe shoes are required. Bring a beach towel, swimsuit, change of clothes, and water shoes; water shoes are available for rent on site. A helmet and life vest are provided and are required. Lockers are available for rent. Photography and video are not allowed inside the park. For safety reasons, pregnant women, guests with knee, back or neck injuries, guests with a recent surgery (less than 6 months), guests with heart or respiratory conditions, and guests under any medication that carries a warning of any mental or physical impairment may not participate in this excursion.