Adventure

Samaná from Punta Cana: Day Trip

The Samaná excursion is a full day from Punta Cana: a catamaran across the bay, a hike to the Salto del Limón waterfall and time at Cayo Levantado. It is a longer day than most other boat trips.

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Samaná Day Trip

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12 h–13 h Guide in English

A waterfall, a catamaran and Cayo Levantado on Samaná Bay.

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Duration, language, ratings and reference prices come from the Civitatis listings checked on . Check the price for your date when you book. Illustrative images.

Civitatis listings

Departing from

Punta Cana → port of Las Cañitas → Samaná Bay

Pickup

The listing includes pickup in Cabeza de Toro, Bávaro and Uvero Alto.

Timing

The listing says 12 to 13 hours.

The order of the day

The listing describes a transfer to the port of Las Cañitas, a catamaran crossing of the bay, an SUV ride to El Limón and a hike to the 40-meter waterfall. Then comes a Creole lunch at a local ranch, another boat ride and time at Cayo Levantado to swim or relax.

Swimming at the waterfall and the cay

A swim in the natural pool at Salto del Limón and time at Cayo Levantado are up to you. Admission to the waterfall is included depending on the option, so check it when booking.

This is not Los Haitises

Samaná and Los Haitises share the bay, but they are different excursions with different stops. If you are after mangroves and caves, look at the Los Haitises page.

Before you go

How long is the Samaná excursion?

It is a full day with the transfers and boat crossings. The listing says 12 to 13 hours, so set aside the whole day.

What is included?

Hotel pickup and return, a motorized catamaran and an off-road vehicle as per the itinerary, lunch and waterfall admission depending on the option.

Is there horseback riding?

The Samaná + Salto del Limón option includes a 30-minute horseback ride, according to the listing. Check which option you choose.

Can I cancel?

Yes, free up to 24 hours before the activity. After that, or if you do not show up, there is no refund.