Cayo Levantado Travel Guide

 
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Things to Do  

Be a kid again and make a sand castle

Be a kid again and make a sand castle, Cayo Levantado

 marielexoteria Says:  These 2 were having lots of fun building a castle in between ocean dips :D 

Enjoy the beach

Enjoy the beach, Cayo Levantado

 marielexoteria Says:  The beach in Cayo Levantado is excellent for snorkeling, kayaking, swimming or just relaxing while getting a tan. The sand and the air are usually warmer than the water, which makes for a refreshing dip in the Atlantic. 

Walk...

Walk..., Cayo Levantado

 alfredop Says:  If able, don't just stay at the public beach, walk along the island, you'll find marvelous spots... 

Go to the Mirador

Go to the Mirador, Cayo Levantado

 alfredop Says:  On the highest part of the island, you'll find the Mirador which is the perfect spot for feeling the breeze, get the best pictures and find your inner self! 

Explore the beaches

Explore the beaches, Cayo Levantado

 alfredop Says:  Walk across the island to find your perfect spot. Try to get into the small and lonely beaches, rather than the crowded public one but be aware of the time as if the boat leaves you, you're stuck until the next day. 

Hotels  

Samana Options: Samana Options

Samana Options: Samana Options, Cayo Levantado

 alfredop Says:  Please visit my Samana page for more Accomodation tips. Cayo Levantado is located at the Samana peninsula and takes a 20 minute boat trip. 

Occidental Cayo Levantado: Nearest option

Occidental Cayo Levantado: Nearest option, Cayo Levantado

 alfredop Says:  Didn't stay there but would have loved to... the only hotel in the island is said not to be luxorious but confortable. Situated on the Samaná peninsula. Built in one of the most spectacular environments of the Dominican Republic, within a National Natural Park. With views... 

Restaurants  

The restaurant at the beach: Buffet and à la carte

The restaurant at the beach: Buffet and à la carte, Cayo Levantado

 marielexoteria Says:  There's a big hut like building where people eat (but you could take your food to the beach too, as long as you don't litter) and the day we visited, there were a lot of people on tour eating there. their buffet food table was set with some device (like a water bed but not... 

Transportation  

Boats

Boats, Cayo Levantado

 marielexoteria Says:  There are boats that go between the island and the mainland. As far as I know that should be arranged from the mainland as you tell them what time you want them to pick you up but I'm sure there are boat people on the island that can take you to the mainland and back if your... 

Boat

Boat, Cayo Levantado

 alfredop Says:  From Samana, take the Cayo Levantado day-trip tour or one-way trip. Last boat departs at 6PM so be warned and don't loose it! 

Shopping  

Stands: lovely jewelry

Stands: lovely jewelry, Cayo Levantado

 marielexoteria Says:  The many stands on the way to and from the pier (depending on where you're going to) have very nicely crafted jewelry made with Dominican larimar, amber and other stones like jade. You can also find nice paintings, coffee, rum and other Dominican crafts. The question is... 

Warnings Or Dangers  

Pushy beach vendors

Pushy beach vendors, Cayo Levantado

 marielexoteria Says:  It's not a danger tip, more like a FYI. You'll find vendors pushing you to buy their products, sometimes even more than once. Just firmly say no and they'll leave you alone. 

Tourist Traps  

Pictures of animals

Pictures of animals, Cayo Levantado

 marielexoteria Says:  When you're coming into the island there's a station with parrots (and close to the beach there's a man with a seal) and if you want to pet them or have a picture with them then you have to pay for it, as pictures with YOUR camera aren't allowed. The same goes for a seal... 

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 Please visit my Samana page for more Accomodation tips. Cayo Levantado is located at the Samana peninsula and takes a 20 minute boat trip. 

 

Questions and Answers

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Q:  i want to go to cayo lavantado for a day when my cruise ship arrives in samana. how can i contact bost or ferry operators that... 

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A: I believe that it is quite difficult to go to the island on your own. Cayo levantado seems to be exclusive to your Cruise Ship coming that same day. You can find more... 

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