Paradise Island Cayo Arena & Mangroves from Puerto Plata (Full Day)
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Paradise Island Cayo Arena & Mangroves from Puerto Plata (Full Day)

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Ages 0-99, max of 15 per group
Duration: 8h
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Mobile ticket
Live guide: German, English, Italian, French, Spanish
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  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Professional guide
  • Speedboat ride
  • Use of Snorkelling equipment
  • Tropical fruits
  • Soda/Pop
  • Bottled water
  • Typical Dominican Lunch
  • Entry/Admission - Dominican Republic
What's not included
  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • Pictures
  • Souvenirs


Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.
    Pickup details
    • We provide pickup from all Hotels in Puerto Plata, Sosua and Cabarete. Please call us a day before the tour to confirm the pickup time from your hotel.
    Additional pickup options
    During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included pickup points.
    • 57000 Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic
    • Sosua Beach, 57000, Dominican Republic
    • Cabarete, Dominican Republic
    End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

      • Not wheelchair accessible
      If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 120496P20

      • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
      • Not recommended for travellers with back problems
      • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
      • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
      • Most travellers can participate
      • This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
      • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travellers

      • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

      If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 120496P20

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        Visit Cayo Arena (also called Cayo Paraiso), a coral island off the coast of the Dominican Republic, during a full-day trip from Puerto Plata. Journey northward in a comfortable coach to Punta Rusia, in La Isabela Bay, then board a modern speed boat bound for the tiny coral atoll. On the way, look out for manatees and enjoy the sunshine while your relax on the deck. On the island, relax in the soft sand, snorkel and swim in the azure waters or explore on foot. Lunch, beverages and round-trip transportation from Puerto Plata hotels are included.
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      there were 9 of us in our group. we all had a fantastic time, and the much they served was delicious!
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      Heidi c
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      4.0 of 5 bubbles
      Apr 2023 • Couples
      The yacht ride to the island was very nice. The crew was great. The island it’s self was a sand bar in the middle of the ocean. It was beautiful. We did some snorkeling and stayed with the guides as they were feeding the fish.
      Written 6 May 2023
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      Jessica F
      2 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Apr 2023 • Friends
      , Beautiful experience . Would recommend pleasant tour , they were amazing . I had an incredible time .
      Written 27 April 2023
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