Full-Day Tour to Punta Rucia and Cayo Arena with Snorkeling

4.0 (21 reviews) 9–11 hours Free cancellation

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About this activity

Visit one of the most beautiful islands on the North Coast. Paradise Island will welcome you with turquoise water, white sand and colorful reef. Visit the Monte Cristi National Park where you can explore the mangrove jungle and see local wild life.

After being collected from your hotel in Puerto Plata, Sosua or Cabarete, make your way to Punta Rucia and enjoy the amazing views of the lovely Dominican landscapes.

Here, climb aboard a speedboat that will take you to Cayo Arena ( the local name of Paradise Island ) Upon arrival on the island, you will be welcomed by turquoise waters and white sand. Go ashore to sunbathe and explore or take a guided snorkeling tour during which you will see a variety of tropical fish and coral. Enjoy a selection of fresh fruits and drinks which will be served on the island.

Before lunch, take a speedboat ride through the mangroves.

On the way back we make a stop at a local market.

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At a glance

Duration: 9–11 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 25 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English, Spanish
Written guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: Eric Tours International

Ages: Children (2–12 years) · Adults (13–75 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Local guide
Included: National Park fees
Included: Lunch
Included: Use of snorkeling equipment: Use of Snorkelling equipment
Included: Hotel pickup
Included: Carbonated beverages: and fresh fruits on the island

Not included

Not included: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Not included: DVD (available to purchase)
Not included: Drinks with the lunch not included

Itinerary

Eric Tours International

Passing by

Organizing the tour
Cabarete

20 min

Pick up at the hotels in Cabarete
Sosua

20 min

Pick up at the hotels in Sosua
Puerto Plata

2 hours

Pick up at the hotel in Puerto Plata.

Driving though the country side to Punta Rucia.
Playa Ensenada

30 min Admission included

At Playa Ensenada the Speed Boat is waiting to take you to Paradise Island.
Paradise Island & The Mangroves (Cayo Arena)

3 hours Admission included

Cayo Arena, the local name of Paradise Island. Here you will get fresh fruits and drinks. Snorkeling gear will be provided and a guided tour.

After the visit of Paradise Island you go through the mangroves with the speed boat.
Punta Rucia

45 min

In Punta Rucia a typical Dominican lunch will be served.
Puerto Plata Province

2 hours

On the way back we make a stop at a local market, after the market we continue back to your hotel.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

New Garden Hotel
Marien Puerto Plata
Viva Tangerine By Wyndham
Iberostar Waves Costa Dorada
Casa Colonial Beach & Spa
BlueBay Villas Doradas
Casa Marina Sosua, Trademark by Wyndham All Inclusive
Gran Ventana Beach Resort
Cofresi Palm Beach & Spa Resort
Casa Valeria Boutique Hotel

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.