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Saona Island... close to the paradise
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  • By patricia28 on April 17, 2005
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    This is a fantastic experience that you can't miss if you go to Punta Cana. First you will have to book the tour at your hotel because almost all them have this system, then you will be carry to a city "La Romana" where the yacht will be waiting for you. The yacht are very comfortable and they have music and Bar to try some delicious drink of the caribean. The trip to the island is amazing , the nature is surprising and the water is soo clear. There are a lot of different animals, birds and fishes that will join you during the trip, nothing to scare but it will be unforgettable. The Saona Island is one of major extension of the country (aprox 115 kms2), that forms a part of the National Park of the East. The Island of marine origin, formed by a coral terrace with caverns and three interior lagoons. Solitary beaches of white sands of waters crystalline and surrounded with million palms of coconut, you can find some caves that remind the presence of the native taínos, coral ideal funds for the scuba-diving and "The Natural Swimming pool ", is a small lagoon of crystalline water with innumerable species, 112 species of birds have registered inside the limits of the park, corresponding the half to the existing species in the country. When the yacht arrives to the island the native people will receive you with fruits and music, then you will have time to enjoy the beach and the view. It is gonna be hard to for get it!!

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  • Address: Located in the south-east end of the Dominican Re
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    Horseback Riding along the beach
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  • By travelgirl3 on December 2, 2004
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    Horseback Riding, Punta Cana,
    DR
    by travelgirl3
    If you're up for it, check to see if there is horseback riding at or near your resort. It is very common in the Dominican Republic, so I'm sure you'll find a ranch close by.

    The trail rides usually last for 2 hours, and will take you through the wooded areas, and typically end with a long gallop down the beach.

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    Riding the Beach on an ATV
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  • By travelgirl3 on October 27, 2004
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    • ATVing on the Beach, Punta Cana, DR - Punta Cana
    ATVing on the Beach,
    Punta Cana, DR
    by travelgirl3
    You can't go to the Dominican Republic and not rent an ATV! They are a wonderful way to not only bomb around and have some fun, but also see a slice of life, off the resort.

    Prices do vary, so you'll need to do your homework. Check the rates at your hotel, as well as along the beach. You will probably be able to bargain a little more from the beach vendors.

    Typically the ride will be around 2 hours, and you will go through town, and along the beach. There will be a place to stop along the way for a cold drink, and to check out the local watering hole.

    Be sure to wear sunscreen and your bathing suit, and bring your camera!!

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    Manati Park
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  • Updated By travelgirl3 on October 27, 2004
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    Manati Park, Punta Cana, DR
    by travelgirl3
    A visit to Manati Park is a great day trip off the resort. Tours can be arranged through your hotel, but the larger resorts will have a Manati Park bus stop in the parking lot.

    At Manati, you will find all kinds of animals, from Toucans to Flamingos, Iguanas to Crocodiles. It's very nicely laid out in a park-like setting, where you can wander around for hours. They also have a display of Taino artifacts (Taino are the aboriginal people of the Caribbean), as well as a ceremonial Taino dance presentation.

    The Park is quite large, and is very well maintained. We were actually quite surprised at how clean everything was, from the animal pens to the restrooms.

    My only concern with Manati was the dolphin tank. Unfortunately, they had 3 fullsize dolphins in a very small tank. They also offer swimming with the dolphins, which is very cruel, in my opinion. A couple of years ago, a child swimming with them was attacked by one. It may look idyllic, but put yourself in the dolphins flippers - would you want a bunch of humans clamouring all over you??

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  • Address: In Punta Cana, check at your hotel's tour desk
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    Snorkeling Tours
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  • Updated By travelgirl3 on October 27, 2004
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    • Glass Bottom Boat, Punta Cana, DR - Punta Cana
    Glass Bottom Boat, Punta Cana,
    DR
    by travelgirl3
    The best way to snorkle in the Dominican Republic is to go on one of the tours offered by your resort. Many will offer several, from a 1 hour tour, to a full day excursion which will include lunch.

    As our kids were more comfortable snorkling in the pool (they loved that), we opted for the Glass Bottom Boat tour, which lasted about an hour.

    The kids came in with us for about 15 minutes, then went back in the boat with the driver, and looked through the glass bottom while we floated around the reef. We saw lots of amazing, colourful fish, and coral.

    Masks, snorkles and a flotation vest can be supplied, however you can bring your own mask and snorkle. If you don't have your own, and you plan or snorkeling during your trip, I strongly recommend buying your own at home. That way, you can just snorkle off the beach if the mood hits, and you don't have the yuck factor of putting that snorkle in your mouth...

    Another very important note - do not touch the coral!!! We even saw many people standing on it, which will kill it. Remember, coral is a living creature - treat it with respect.

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    sunrise
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  • Updated By quartinb on September 16, 2006
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    punta cana and playa bavaro are at the east coast beach strip, so sunsets, is something off the beatten path, as the sun sets behind the island. thou' gorgeous sunrises yu can see everyday as long as yu wake up early in the morning and prepare yu digi camera. i did it 4 days in a roll,( its vacation time, who needs to rest? ) and the result is watercolor sunrise tlogue.

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    Altos de Chavon
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  • By patricia28 on April 17, 2005
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    This beautiful place was started constructing in 1976. Charles Bludhorn, president of Golf and Western Corporation was the one that had the idea of constructing this Mediterranean village of the 16th century as gift of birthday his daughter in the high places of the river Chavón. Altos del Chavon has a Church, restaurants, galleries of art, museum taino, shops, discotheque, artists' studies, school of design and an amphitheatre.

    San Estanislao's Church is in the center of the village. His name is in honor to S.S Juan Paul II, since San Estanislao is the boss of Poland, native land of the Supreme Pontiff.
    It is a very beautiful tour
    The Excursion includes lunch, transport from the hotel, accompaniment of an expert multilingual guide.

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  • Address: La Romana, Dominican Republic
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    Ceremonial Taino Dance Presentation
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  • By travelgirl3 on October 27, 2004
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    • Taino Dancers at Manati Park, Punta Cana, DR - Punta Cana
    Taino Dancers at Manati Park,
    Punta Cana, DR
    by travelgirl3
    During our visit to Manati Park, we watched a fascinating display put on by a group of Taino, the aboriginal people of the Domincan Republic.

    The display was a combination of dance, singing and chanting, and also incorporated several traditional customs, such as burning of tobacco.

    The presentation lasted about half an hour, and was very interesting to watch. Also set up around the stage area were several vendors, where you could purchase Taino art.

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    Manatí Park
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  • By patricia28 on April 7, 2005
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    This park is wonderful to share with many differents animals. You will be able to approach the iguanas, Flemings, tropical birds, serpents, crabs, marine lions, dolphins and many more... the whole personnel of the park is very friendly and they are all the time answering your questions and giving to you the best service. There are also some cultural shows about the dominican art. To arrived here there are some buses from the park that will pick you up in your hotel .

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  • Address: Ctra. Manatí, s/n, Bávaro/Higüey
  • Phone: 1- 809 - 221 94 44 / 552 61 00
  • Website: http://www.manatipark.com
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    Fast boats
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  • Updated By patricia28 on April 18, 2005
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    Nice experience!! try it!! is really fun and you can enjoy a little bit of the speed in the sea.
    You will find the people offering this adventure in the beach , you just have to book the your tour with them. You will share a fast boat because are for two persons, so if you are lucky and your partner doesn't want to drive you can drive the round trip. Is very exciting to see the environment and some other beaches, there is one stop in the middle of the sea to snorkeling. Don't miss it!!

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  • Address: Bávaro Beach, meliá Tropical Hotel
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