Top Punta Cana Half-day Tours

Combine several different adventure activities on a single half-day tour from Punta Cana. Hop on board a powerful all-terrain vehicle, built for the rugged terrain of the Dominican Republic's interior, riding through a forest to a local organic farm. Taste coffee, chocolate, and rum before exploring a local cave and underground river. End up at Macao Beach for a chance to relax and swim before returning to Punta Cana.

Observe squirrel monkeys on this trip to Monkeyland, deep in the Dominican Republic's jungle. Ride a safari truck on this half-day tour through local coffee and cacao plantations, then visit the monkey sanctuary and its botanical gardens. Learn about the local farmers' organic farming methods, sample local coffee or hot chocolate, and see and feed 20 monkeys that have been raised to be comfortable around people. Round-trip transportation from Bavaro and Punta Cana hotels is included.

Leave the beach crowds behind during a half-day excursion where you travel through the Dominican countryside in a safari truck and visit a local school, the famous Higuey basilica, and two rural ranches. Learn about Dominican culture and taste locally-grown products such as cocoa, coffee, and mamajuana. A stop at Macao Beach is also included. Plus, hotel pickup and drop-off in Punta Cana is provided.

On this special Outback Walking and Hiking trip through Punta Cana’s countryside, you get to learn firsthand about the natural beauty of our island. Enjoy meaningful interactions while exploring on foot alongside a professional guide countryside paths.

Adults will enjoy the relaxed pace of this catamaran tour with snorkeling and swimming from Punta Cana. With the boat's capacity capped at 25 adults, the vibe will be sophisticated and intimate. Between snorkeling (using the provided equipment) and swimming, enjoy a seafood lunch and unlimited drinks from the open bar.

Go off-road in a Flintstones-themed buggy during this half-day adventure from Punta Cana. Led by a local adventure guide, follow an off-road trail into the countryside, stopping at a typical Dominican market to taste local coffee and cacao. Travel past colorful houses and across a landscape of banana plantations and farmland filled with sheep, cows, and pigs. Get fantastic views of the rugged coastline on the way to the Fantasy Cave and Bedrock City, a Flintstones-themed attraction. All equipment and round-trip transportation from Punta Cana hotels are included.

Go off-road in buggy that fits five people during this half-day adventure from Punta Cana. Led by a local adventure guide, follow an off-road trail into the countryside, stopping at a typical Dominican home to taste local coffee and cacao. Travel past colorful houses and across a landscape of banana plantations and farmland filled with sheep, cows, and pigs. Get fantastic views of the rugged coastline on the way to the Fantasy Cave and Bedrock City, a Flinstones-themed attraction. All equipment and round-trip transportation from Punta Cana hotels are included.

Drive a Macao Buggy over the Dominican Republic's back roads on this half-day tour from Punta Cana. Pass palm trees and tobacco plantations with views of the Oriental Mountain Range. Stop at a ranch for an introduction to local produce like cocoa, coffee, tobacco and Mamajuana (a Dominican aphrodisiac elixir) and green tea leaves. Continue to a subterranean cavern with a sunken swimming hole for a dip, then end the day at Macao Beach, enjoying the sun and sand.

An excellent way to spend a day off the coast of Punta Cana, this party boat cruise offers a mix of fun activities. Enjoy snorkeling (equipment included) and a trip to a natural ocean pool. Then dock at a sandbar where the drinks begin to flow. Enjoy music, dancing, and a festive atmosphere all the way back to the dock.

Explore the backcountry trails of Punta Cana on the back of a 4x4 vehicle during this guided half-day tour. Stop at a typical Dominican home, deep in the countryside to sample some of the area's local produce, coffee, cocoa, and tobacco. Take a dip in the refreshing waters of an underground cave, then stop at Macao Beach for some fun in the sun and sand. Round-trip transportation from select hotels is included.

This half-day tour mixes several activities for an exciting day of sightseeing and riding all-terrain vehicles. On a two-seater quad bike, drive through local villages, visit Macao Beach, explore the countryside, and discover a natural cave where you can cool off with a quick swim. A local guide is on hand to answer questions about what you see.

For the adventurous spirit, an afternoon of live action in which you will have full control of your own boat through the spectacular coast of Punta Cana. During the Punta Cana speedboat adventure, guests will experience the adrenaline of driving through The turquoise coast while enjoying the fresh sea breeze on a beautiful sunny day.

Bump through the Dominican Republic's lush landscape in a 4x4 buggy during this eco-adventure from Punta Cana. With direction from a guide, maneuver your buggy through the forest; visit an organic farm; stop to taste chocolate, coffee and rum before continuing to the Taino Ecological Park. Take dip in a freshwater cenote, then head for Macao Beach to relax and enjoy the sand and waves. A shopping tour ticket (valid for use that day or at a later date) and round-trip transportation from Punta Cana hotels are included.

Drive your own off-road buggy through the dunes of Punta Cana on this half-day tour. With all instruction and equipment included, even beginners can learn to drive a dune buggy, which allows access to the off-road parts of the island unreachable on traditional tour buses. Follow a guide to see beaches, rivers, and caves located far off the beaten path, learning about the history and culture of the island along the way.

Explore the real Punta Cana on this eco-adventures tour outdoors and in and out of authentic natural attractions. Meet the locals and embark on mud and dust as you ride a roller coaster through the unpaved roads of Punta Cana riddled with craters. This tour is not just any other buggy tour. Here you will drive a powerful, practically new 4-seater machine, which will drive you and your family easily and safely through the natural landscapes of the area. Pioneer Buggies are the strongest and most modern outdoor vehicles.

Watch the sunset from the water aboard this party boat cruise. Without a doubt, one of the most popular excursions in DR, this evening boat ride includes tropical cocktails, music, festive company and more. Dance the night away or spend some time at a nearby sandbar, where you'll mingle with other guests amid island vibes.

Taigüey Emotion Show, a unique and unforgettable experience. Enjoy sailing through the amazing crystal clear coast of Punta Cana, with a stop at the magnificent natural pool of Playa Blanca, admiring the dazzling coral reefs offered by the Caribbean Sea, where you can snorkel and get to know the amazing underwater world . Taigüey Emotion Show is a Caribbean themed party alluding to the first inhabitants of the Dominican Republic, Los Taínos. Our professional dancers will make sure to teach you a few traditional steps of Caribbean rhythms (salsa, merengue, bachata, dembow, mambo, perico ripiao, dembow, reggaeton, among others). Taigüey Emotion Show includes a visit to the Taino experiential museum where you can learn about culture and history to discover how our ancestors and their culture lived, you will also learn to work clay pieces and mold indigenous ritual figures in an artisanal way.

Punta Cana is the Dominican Republic’s most visited beach resort, but swimming and water sports aren’t the only activities on offer. Escape to the countryside on this thrilling 2-hour mountain bike adventure, explore the scenic back roads, and experience local life as you pedal past farms, rural villages, and coffee plantations.

Gain access to a 1,000-acre cattle ranch, where you'll explore on horseback, during this small-group tour. With all instruction included, even beginner riders will feel comfortable on the relaxed jaunt through the tropical forests, around ponds and through the hills. You'll also experience an exhibition of the Paso Higueyano Horses, the Dominican national horse, followed by a traditional Dominican lunch.

Leave the beach crowds behind on a half-day buggy adventure from Punta Cana. Drive your own buggy or ride as a passenger along scenic trails through the Dominican countryside, passing by small villages and farmland, and explore a hidden cave and one of the last resort-free stretches of coastline. Plus, choose from morning or afternoon departures to easily fit this tour into your schedule.

For anyone looking to party in Punta Cana—for Spring break, birthday celebrations, and bachelor parties—this 3-hour snorkel cruise may fit the bill. Drink rum or beer from the floating bar accompanied by nachos and fresh fruit to keep hydrated. Snorkeling gear is provided so you can make use of swimming around Playa Bibijagua.

Biggest Fleet in Punta Cana.Hispaniola is the only excursion company in all the Dominican Republic to have a floating kitchen and a Big floating bar. Yes, you read that right. A floating kitchen where we serve our beloved guests the most exquisite seafood that will make your mouths water and your bellies scream for more. Now that is what we call quality!Our fleet consists of four modern catamarans, a brand-new floating kitchen, floating bar and two platforms for the to/from shore transfers. Our catamarans are well maintained and always clean. We are the only company to offer the floating kitchen experience, guarantying your amazingly fresh and tasty meal, grilled right in front of your eyes.Our dedicated staff works hard to ensure client satisfaction as well. To continue, not only do you get to enjoy the comfort of our spacious Catamarans, but the true adventure begins once you arrive at the first destination of our tour.On top of all that, we almost forgot to mention the fact that

Get access to some backcountry Dominican Roads that traditional tours can't reach on this all-terrain vehicle (ATV) tour from Punta Cana. Maneuver your ATV over rutted roads and through mud puddles, getting a picture of Dominican rural life as you travel. Learn about the sugar, coffee, and cacao production of the area; visit an underground cave; and take a swim at Macao Beach.

Explore the Dominican countryside without getting lost on this day trip from La Romana, a great choice for nature lovers and first-time visitors. You’ll jump from tasting locally grown fruits, roasted coffee, and cocoa at a rural Dominican home to interacting in proximity to squirrel monkeys at Monkeyland, traveling between attractions with ease in an open-air safari truck. Plus, hotel pickup and drop-off from La Romana is included.