The 4 Best Dominican Republic Hiking Tours

Hiking Tabernacle Thundering Waterfall in Dominican Republic - Los Cacaos gives the day some local context

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 108 reviews · from $98Our pick

Leave Santo Domingo for Los Cacaos and spend four hours hiking upstream through cold river water, natural pools, small falls, and rocky passages to Tabernacle Waterfall. Guides such as Ronnie, Victor, Randolph, Fredny, and Dely lead the route. A life jacket, transport, lunch, and a taste of rural Dominican life are included.

“This tour exceeded all of my expectations. I have been on waterfall hikes all over the world (S.Africa, Hawaii, Costa Rica, Puerto Rico) and while I thoroughly enjoyed them, they have never been as fun and exciting as this tour with Fredny. The authentic Dominican meals we had were delicious and freshly made. Fredny was very accommodating and adjusted the tour based on our abilities throughout the hike. We had a great time and I will forever remember this trip as one of the best excursions I’ve taken. Definitely recommend this tour for anyone who wants to be wowed!”

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Let’s do hiking in Punta Cana

2.Let’s do hiking in Punta Cana

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 78 reviews · from $75Cheapest way up

Leave Punta Cana’s resorts for a guided hike from Vista Alegre to Anamuya in the Eastern Cordillera. Expect about 5 km of moderate walking, steep sections, mud, small streams, tropical plants, mountain views, and stops for fruit, coffee, chocolate, and possibly local farm products. Guides such as Wilkin lead at an easy pace and explain the area in clear English.

“The hike was difficult but great! There is mud and small water crossings and some parts are pretty steep. The guide Wilkin and the driver Paul were so generous and hospitable with their time and knowledge. I would really recommend thiRead more”

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Rainforest Trek to Natural Pool – Taino Bay & Amber Cove ports

3.Rainforest Trek to Natural Pool – Taino Bay & Amber Cove ports

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 53 reviews · from $79

Meet guides such as Xander, Jordan, Tony, or Winston at Amber Cove or Taino Bay, then ride by air-conditioned van to Damajagua. Walk through forest and shallow streams to a waterfall and natural pool. The excursion suits active visitors age 10 and up, but slippery rocks and uneven ground require proper footwear and good balance.

“We took this trip as an excursion from a cruise ship. We were met exactly where and when they said we would, the bus was comfortable and roomy for the 10 of us, and the tour guide was SUPER! We loved the entire trip, learning about the area, sampling local snacks and rum, and, of course, sliding down the waterfall!!”

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Punta Cana: Los Haitises Hike & Kayaking Mangroves

4.Punta Cana: Los Haitises Hike & Kayaking Mangroves

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 23 reviews · 1 day · from $135

Travel from Punta Cana to Los Haitises National Park for a forest hike, cave visit, and mangrove kayaking. A Spanish and English-speaking guide leads the day, with hotel transfers, equipment, park entry, and a local lunch included. The route reaches San Lorenzo Bay, where you can photograph the forest and hills from open water.

“The food served for the lunch was great. Our tour guide made sure the group was all together and informed the whole time”

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Other ways to spend the day on foot

Mountain & Summit Hikes129 Volcano Hikes97 Waterfall Hikes60 Guided Day Hikes93 Glacier Hikes51 National Park Hikes42

The 4 Best Dominican Republic Hiking Tours

Hiking Tabernacle Thundering Waterfall in Dominican Republic

1.Hiking Tabernacle Thundering Waterfall in Dominican Republic

Let’s do hiking in Punta Cana

2.Let’s do hiking in Punta Cana

Rainforest Trek to Natural Pool – Taino Bay & Amber Cove ports

3.Rainforest Trek to Natural Pool – Taino Bay & Amber Cove ports

Punta Cana: Los Haitises Hike & Kayaking Mangroves

4.Punta Cana: Los Haitises Hike & Kayaking Mangroves

Pick a kind of walking day

Above the treeline

Water and rock

How you walk it

Trees and trails