Puerto Plata Paradise Island and Cayo Arena Snorkeling Tour

Name: Puerto Plata Paradise Island and Cayo Arena Snorkeling Tour
Brand: Viator
Price: 169 USD
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9 hoursGerman, English, French, SpanishBook 1 day aheadCabarete, Dominican Republic

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Discover one of the Dominican Republic’s most stunning natural destinations on this full-day adventure to Paradise Island (Cayo Arena). Travel along the scenic north coast to the fishing village of Punta Rucia, then board a boat and cruise across crystal-clear Caribbean waters to a tiny coral sand island surrounded by vibrant turquoise sea.

Relax on white sand, swim in shallow tropical waters, or snorkel among colorful fish and coral reefs. You’ll also explore the beautiful mangrove channels of Monte Cristi National Park, home to unique wildlife and coastal ecosystems.

This tour includes hotel pickup, breakfast, snorkeling equipment, a Dominican lunch, and drinks, making it a relaxing and unforgettable Caribbean experience.

Highlights - Visit the famous Paradise Island (Cayo Arena) - Snorkel in clear turquoise Caribbean waters - Boat ride through mangroves in Monte Cristi National Park - Enjoy breakfast, lunch, and drinks - Round-trip transportation from Puerto Plata hotels

Included

Dominican buffet lunch
National park entrance fees
Open bar
Soft drinks and water
Snorkeling equipment
Mangrove boat tour in Monte Cristi National Park
Breakfast
Round-trip transportation from hotels in Puerto Plata, Sosúa, and Cabarete
Professional tour guide
Boat transfer to Paradise Island (Cayo Arena)
Visit to Paradise Island (Cayo Arena)

Not included

Personal expenses
Souvenir photos

What you'll do

A small fishing village on the northern coast of the Dominican Republic and the
departure point for boats heading to Paradise Island. Travelers will board the boat here before heading to Cayo Arena.
30 min
A tiny sandbar island surrounded by crystal-clear turquoise water and coral reefs
Guests can relax on the white sand, swim, snorkel among tropical fish, and enjoy the stunning Caribbean scenery.
2 hoursAdmission included
Enjoy a scenic boat ride through the mangrove channels of Monte Cristi National
Park, an important natural ecosystem home to diverse marine life and birds.
30 minAdmission included
Return to Punta Rucia to enjoy a traditional Dominican lunch at a local beachfro
nt restaurant before returning to your hotel.
1 hourAdmission included

Meeting and pickup

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Pickup Information

Hotel pickup is available from most hotels in Puerto Plata, Playa Dorada, Costa Dorada, Sosúa, and Cabarete. Pickup times vary depending on your hotel location.

Please wait in the main lobby or designated pickup area of your hotel at least 10 minutes before the scheduled pickup time.

Our driver or tour representative will meet you there and assist you with transportation to the departure point.

Approximate Pickup Times by Hotel Area

Cabarete / Sosúa Area

Viva Tangerine – 6:40 AM

Villa Taina – 6:40 AM

Presidential Suites Cabarete – 6:40 AM

Casa Marina – 6:50 AM

Casa Linda – 6:50 AM

Sosua Bay – 6:50 AM

Playa Dorada / Costa Dorada Area

VH Atmosphere – 7:15 AM

Emotions by Hodelpa – 7:15 AM

Blue Bay – 7:15 AM

Casa Colonial – 7:15 AM

Blue JackTar – 7:15 AM

Grand Paradise – 7:15 AM

Sunscape Puerto Plata – 7:15 AM

Puerto Plata Village – 7:15 AM

Gran Ventana – 7:15 AM

Puerto Plata Area

Viva Heavens – 7:20 AM

Iberostar Costa Dorada – 7:30 AM

Be Live Marien – 7:30 AM

Cofresí / Lifestyle Resort Area

Lifestyle Resorts – 8:00 AM (Pickup at Tropical Lobby)

Maimón Area

Senator Puerto Plata – 8:15 AM

Other Hotels

Bachata / Merengue – 8:20 AM

Important Notes

Pickup times are approximate and may vary depending on traffic or location.

Final pickup time will be confirmed after booking.

If your hotel is not listed, the closest pickup point will be arranged.

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Emotions All Inclusive Puerto Plata
Calle Principal, Playa Dorada, Puerto Plata, Caribbean
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Presidential Suites Cabarete
Nh 5, Cabarete, Caribbean
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Velero Beach Resort
Calle La Punta, Cabarete, Caribbean
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Emotions An Expression Of Hodelpa - Puerto Plata
Calle Principal Playa Dorada, Puerto Plata, Caribbean
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Hotel Tropic Pop
C. Mariana Viuda Hall, Puerto Plata, Caribbean
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Plaza Europa
C. Pedro Clisante 14, Sosua, Caribbean
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Oasis Adult Resort
Calle Avenida General Gregorio Luperon 32, Puerto Plata, Caribbean
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Hotel Grand Village
Emaar Road, Cabarete, Caribbean
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Ultravioleta Boutique Residences
Calle Principal Carretera Cabarete-Sosua KM 14, Cabarete, Caribbean
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Tropical Apartament Sosua
Lo Cerros, Pueblo Nuevo 104, Sosua, Caribbean
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Bella Vista Villa
Calle Carretera Navarrete Puerto Plata, Puerto Plata, Caribbean
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The Dolphin House
Calle Ana Maria, Sosua, Caribbean
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Condo Plaza Europa
Pedro Clisante Street #16, El Batey, Sosua, Caribbean
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Sunshine Hotel
Calle Avenida Manolo Tavarez Justo, 78, Puerto Plata, Caribbean
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Blue JackTar Hotel
Playa Dorada, Puerto Plata, Caribbean
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Club Residencial
Avd.Pedro Clisante,, Puerto Plata, Sosua, Caribbean
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Presidential Suites By Lifestyle
Cabarete, Caribbean
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Senator Puerto Plata Spa Resort
Carretera Navarrete, Puerto Plata, Caribbean
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Presidential Suites Cabarete
5 Calle Principal, Cabarete, Caribbean
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Casa Veintiuno
Calle Piano #1, Reparto Tavarez, Sosua, Caribbean
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Riviera Azul
Playa Dorada Beach & Camp Golf Club, Puerto Plata, Caribbean
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Tropix Hotel
Camino Del Llibre 7, Sosua, Caribbean
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Hillmon's Hotel Bar Lounge
Minerva Mirabal, Sosua, Caribbean
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Viva Heavens by Wyndham
Playa Dorada Complex, Puerto Plata, Caribbean
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Rocky's Rock & Blues Bar and Hotel
Calle Dr. Rosen 24, El Batey, Sosua, Caribbean
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Hotel Beach House Playa Dorada
Playa Dorada, Puerto Plata, Caribbean
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Hotel Alegria
Callejon De Los Perez S/N, Highway 5 Through Cabarete Center, Left On Janet's Supermarket, Immediate Left Again, 1/2 Block West, Cabarete, Caribbean
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Apartementos Karibic
Calle Carretera Navarrete Puerto Plata, Puerto Plata, Caribbean
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Villa Mar Sosua
Sosua, Caribbean
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BlueBay Villas Doradas
Playa Dorada Complex Main Street 538, Puerto Plata, Caribbean
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Millennium Resort & Spa
Ocean Dream No. 101, Cabarete, Caribbean
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Hotel Villa Taina
Calle Principal #1, Cabarete, Caribbean
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New Garden Hotel
Calle Dr. Rosen # 32, El Batey, Sosua, Caribbean
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Agualina Kite Resort
Carretera Principal, Cabarete, Caribbean
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Cabarete Beach House By Faranda Hotels
Entrada Calle Camino Del Sol, Cabarete, Caribbean
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Dinasty Hotel
Calle Beller, Puerto Plata, Caribbean
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Ultra Infinity Hotel
Cabarete 5, Cabarete, Caribbean
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Casa Colonial Beach & Spa
Playa Dorada, Puerto Plata, Caribbean
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Casa Marina Sosua, Trademark by Wyndham All Inclusive
Calle Dr. Alejo Martinez 6, Sosua, Caribbean
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Diversity Hotel
Calle Pedro Clisante 141, Sosua, Caribbean
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Gran Ventana Beach Resort
C. Principal Playa Dorada, Puerto Plata, Caribbean
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Select Sosua Adults Only, Trademark by Wyndham All Inclusive
Calle Doctor Alejo Martinez, Sosua, Caribbean
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PlayaBachata Spa Resort
Carretera Navarrete Puerto Plata, Bahia De Maimon, Puerto Plata, Caribbean
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Ramada Hacienda Resort
Playa Confresi, Puerto Plata, Caribbean
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Sosua by the Sea Boutique Beach Resort
Calle Bruno Philip, Sosua, Caribbean
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Gansevoort Dominican Republic
Calle Bruno Philip No.5, Playa, Sosua, Caribbean
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Casa-22 Luxury Boutique Hotel
Calle Piano 2, Reparto Tavares, Sosua, Caribbean
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ClubTropicana
Camino Llibre 16, Sosua, Caribbean
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Hotel Waterfront
Sosua Beach, Sosua, Caribbean
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End point

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This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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

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