Punta Cana · COUNTRYSIDE & CULTURAL SAFARI
15 reviewed
Past the resort gates the real Dominican Republic starts: cane fields, cacao trees, a family kitchen and a village school. This list ranks the best countryside and cultural safaris from Punta Cana, with what each day includes, how long it runs, and what it costs.
Punta Cana ATV through jungle trails, coffee-cacao-rum tasting, a swim in a water cave, then beach time at Macao.
“I am really impressed with the good reviews on this trip. I hated from the start to the end. The guide was rude and rushed me all the times to speed up (I never drove a RTV before). Too much poverty around (yeah I know that it does exiRead more”
Punta Cana 4x4 buggy eco adventure with cenote swim, Macao Beach time, and coffee and chocolate tastings. Pickup included.
“Kitson was awesome and tells you everything you need to know about the ride before hand. They are always with you throughout the ride. Overall whole exp was very nice and smooth. Remember bring BANDANAS and SUNGLASSES as its mandatory or you can buy it there for $10 usd to more. They have a shower for you after the ride so you can clean up but bring a to dry up. If you planning on carrying you valueble items with you like passport, buy waterproof fanny pack off amazon. They come clutch”
Half-day cultural tour from Punta Cana with Higuey basilica, market, horseback riding, Anamuya River swimming and Macao Beach.
“Francisco and Robinson was a pleasure to be around learned so much about the culture they made my family experience the best 10/10 I love that they made my family feel like family”
Punta Cana eco tour with cacao farm, lagoon boat ride, horseback, quads, lunch, virgin beaches, and a coconut-water swim.
“This was an amazing trip. Worth the money. It was an all-day Excursion with so much to do amazing food amazing tour guides everybody was so nice. Definitely would do it again.”
4x4 ATV adventure in Punta Cana with farm tastings, cave swimming, and time at Macao Beach. Pickup, short stops, half-day fun.
“The driver was great. The vehicles kept running out of gas or breaking down. When we stopped at the beach it was for 20 minutes and only to buy something. Everything was overpriced. Also when we stopped at the cave, which was crowded and small the items there were overpriced as well.”
A full-day Dominican countryside safari from Punta Cana: Anamuya mountain views, cigar and farm tastings, Dominican lunch, family visit, and Macao Beach time.
“Our host, Angel and our driver, Felix were fabulous! The tour was beautiful and very informative. Maria’s home and plantation were our favorite part of the day. Being able to eat right there was an added bonus.”
Ride a safari-style truck through Higüey and Macao, taste coffee and cacao, ride horses, and end with a ranch buffet and drinks.
“Robinson was a great tour guide! He made sure to explain everything that we saw in passing to get to our destination and was very clear on everything. Great guy!!! We highly recommend!”
Punta Cana half-day buggy tour with organic farm tastings, a swim in a 25-foot water cave, and Macao Beach time included.
“Good you will get dirty but is something to try 😎 The pick up was a little confusing but they solve the issue. Macao Beach is beautiful and you can get tasty lunch there 🙂”
Punta Cana off-road buggy adventure with ranch tastings, a cenote swim, and time on Macao Beach for about $34.
“An experience full of emotion and a lot of adrenaline, I had never had an adventure like this before, the activity was thoroughly enjoyed from start to finish.”
Drive a Punta Cana off-road buggy through farms, caves, and a cenote, then relax at Macao Beach in a 2–3 hour adventure.
“I loved this experience and it was my first time. It's just like driving a car so don't over think it. I just wished the experience was longer. When my friend and I went it was dry so we didn't get muddied up but we can't obviously blame them for mother nature not pouring down her blessings. The experience was still great.”
Drive a Punta Cana buggy, swim Hoyos de Salado cenote, taste rum chocolate coffee, and ride to Macao Beach. Pickup included.
“Mr. Panda and his crew were amazing! Perfect focused balance on saftey and fun. I understand that the public vendors at Macao beach are not part of the company. But, it was way too much. Ive traveled plenty in my life, the pushy vendors Read more”
Punta Cana half-day cultural safari: Higüey basilica, Macao Beach, river lunch, factories and market, hotel pickup, small groups.
“Can you get by on this price? It was fulfilling enough to make me worry. It was great to see not only the resort but also the lives of the locals. I thought lunch was not included, but it was, and I was the type who could choose from the showcRead moreAuto-translated”
A $79 half-day cultural sweep in Punta Cana: Higüey basilica, Macao Beach, cigars, chocolate/coffee tasting, a river stop, and horse time.
“It almost felt as false Advertising. We were NOT in an open safari vehicle. Which is why we chose this tour. We were in a closed van with tints. The purpose was to see & tour the city. Not happy at all”
Half-day Punta Cana cultural tour with Higuey basilica, Dominican market, Anamuya River swim and 100-foot slide, plus Macao beach.
“It was a great tour and a great way to see a glimpse of Dominican life. However, the transportation is NOT air conditioned. The seats are quite small and tight. Sandy and his son David were great. Very attentive and friendly.”
Punta Cana countryside day trip to Altagracia Basilica, Higuey market, cigar and sugarcane stops, beach time, and lunch included for $105.
“Great experience with guide mama gina great music and dance on the bus great driver and also great assistant I would hardly recommend this trip”
