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Reserva Ecológica Ojos Indígenas
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Reserva Ecológica Ojos Indígenas

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Reserva Ecológica Ojos Indígenas
4.5
977 reviews
#5 of 64 things to do in Punta Cana
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8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Monday
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturday
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Sunday
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
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The Indigenous Eyes Ecological Park and Reserve is a private protected area owned and operated by the Grupo Puntacana Foundation. Consisting of lowland subtropical forest, the reserve covers 1,500 acres of land dedicated to conservation, scientific research, and recreation.The Ecological Reserve is a forest reserve with twelve freshwater lagoons, five of which visitors can swim in. Historians discovered that the Taíno Indians, the pre-Columbian inhabitants of the island, referred to the lagoons as “eyes” because of their distinctive shape. For this reason, the Ecological Park and Reserve was named “Ojos Indígenas” or “Indigenous Eyes.”The Ecological Park consists of numerous exhibits describing the cultural and natural history of the island.
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vanessa
Hopewell, PA9 contributions
beautifully respected
Mar 2023 • Family
A very beautiful place cared for with so much respect. This is an absolute must do when in Cana, especially if your into nature walks! Everyone was so polite we encountered. Some helpful thoughts for travelers, based on my experience: you need transportation in, you cannot walk. There’s a couple different swimming areas! When we went it wasn’t at all busy and we found ourselves in the pools alone most of the time! We paid $50per person when driving through. We got a taxi from our hotel that costed good price, the driver even sat and waited for us. So much love for this area, it’s so beautiful. It’s not a bad hike at all mostly flat but bumpy with growing roots and rocks. Not long either! I rate it a 10/10 and hope to be back ❤️
Written 2 March 2023
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Bernibu
34 contributions
Beautiful and refreshing
Jul 2022
This is a must do in Punta Cana, the reserve is stunningly beautiful and well kept. They recommend shoes, but the trails are so well kept it can be perfectly done in flip-flops or crocs, the trail is flled with wildlife, and throughout the trail there are several natural pools where you can swim.
I Highly recommend to hire a taxi from the hotel (what we did) and avoid a tour which manage and limit the amount of time you spend in each pool, also a few of them passed us and they were quite crowded.
Loved this reserve.
Written 23 February 2023
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Linda L
Rogers, AR9 contributions
So unique-a surprise treasure
Feb 2023 • Couples
We visited in 2019 and now in 2023. So happy that the preserve has maintained. We swam in the refreshing lagoons and enjoyed walking on the trails. Each lagoon was a little treasure and there were other people there: everyone seemed to be laughing and relaxing.
Definitely recommend, especially in the middle of the day.
Written 14 February 2023
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Jaime
5 contributions
Stunning lagoons!
Sep 2022 • Friends
Such a beautiful place! We opted to drive ourselves here instead of going with a larger guided group and that was definitely the right choice for us. By staggering with the larger groups, we were able to get some time in the lagoons by ourselves. We saw a massive iguana on the trail. We gave each other space and were able to get around it without disturbing each other. The entrance fee was $50 USD and it was worth it. Don’t skip this place!
Written 1 October 2022
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hudhawks
Verona, NJ41 contributions
Over hyped...gets crowded and small. Swimming in a clear lagoon is fun when you plan it right.
Jul 2022
The 4 lagoons you can swim in are unique. The water is very refreshing on a hot day. A couple of them have jumping in spots which added to the excitement for the kids. We wanted to take a hike and the concierge said this is a good hiking spot and it will take 4 hours to complete. The entire loop is about a mile and we were done, including swimming, in about 2 hours. The lagoons get crowded so the fun leaves pretty quickly. Your goal is to walk to one that doesn't have a lot of people yet and swim there. It is a good experience but not up to the raving reviews on the site. A few things: go mid-week to try and avoid a lot of people, go on your own vs a tour (taxi took us there and back to our resort), ask the concierge or call the facility to see how many tickets have been sold and are in the park. If you can avoid crowds it is a good time. If you are looking for a hike and seeing the nature of DR this isn't the spot.
Written 4 August 2022
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Carlos Hernández
Venezuela3 contributions
Perfect activity for curious tourists
Jul 2022 • Couples
Awesome experience a must do if you are in Punta Cana, is located in a private club so it is safe. Unreal place you can also swim in the crystal clear water and once you are done the club also has tennis, golf course and some other stuff to do.
50$ the price of the bracelet to see the lagoons.
Written 25 July 2022
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Frenky
Hungary10 contributions
Blue lagoon
Dec 2021 • Couples
The blue lagoon is a miracle! You must visit during your stay in Punta Cana! It's fresh and clean, if you love nature, you must visit !
Written 5 June 2022
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Casilindo
Philadelphia, PA17 contributions
Amazing vacation
May 2022 • Couples
Stood at the riu palace. Love it here. Beautiful beach. Property is amazing. The best staff ever. Everyone was helpful. Food was great. Entertainment can improve.
Written 30 May 2022
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Lacy K
Lumberton, MS8 contributions
Natural lagoons
Apr 2022 • Couples
This is a must see place if you rent a car or would like to see amazing lagoons. Tickets to get on to the property is $50US/pp. This includes access to the lagoons and Blanca beach. There are several Lagoons that are crystal clear and you have the ability to swim in. We seen turtles,hermit crabs, and different types of lizards along our hike around the area. We enjoyed the coral lined pathways, no getting lost. The walk doesn’t take long to get around the whole circle and is an easy walk. About 2-3 hour event (taking short breaks to swim).
Written 26 April 2022
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Monika N
Prague, Czech Republic1 contribution
Swim with fishes and turtles in amazing lagoons
Feb 2022 • Couples
Beautiful place, you will visit several lagoons with cristaline water and you can swim in some of them together with the fishes and turtles.
You don't need hiking shoes to visit, it is a very easy walk, approx. 1 hour long.
The entry is 50$ per person which is too expensive, but at least you can see that take care of the place.
Written 17 February 2022
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