HOTEL EXCURSION #10: Private Fishing Charter
The fishing in the Samana Bay can be very rewarding. No one can guarantee that you will catch fish or that conditions will be perfect but our crew are some of the most experienced fishermen, spending their whole lives fishing here and they give you a very good chance to put some fish on the table or some awesome photos on your InstaGram! (Tour Samana With Terry is not responsible for weather conditions) We do recommend sun screen, sun glasses and a hat as you will be in the sun much of the time. Sea sickness medication may also be recomended. Please be aware: This tour is subject to cancellation due to weather conditions. This may not be until the last minute. It may not be possible to get in contact with you if cancellation occurs. This tour takes place on the open waters of Samana Bay. You will be in a small 24' panga style v-hull boat with a small roof over part of it. We are not responsible for sea conditions or any adverse effects of sea sickness that someone in your group may encounter
HOTEL EXCURSION #11: Walk the Plank Zip Line Tour
12 TOTAL ZIPS!! Fly high in the air above the river valley! Hands Free Fun! Built in Breaks! Safest Zip Line in the Caribbean!
HOTEL EXCURSION #12: Culture and Beach Tour on ATV Quads El Portillo & Las Terrenas
We now offer a NEW! ATV quad tour for hotel guests in the Las Terrenas & El Portillo area! All hotels and accomodations welcome! Visit the spectacular secluded Playa Morón beach.
HOTEL EXCURSION #14: Private Eco Tour of Los Haitises National Park and Cano Hondo Eco Lodge
The Los Haitises National Park Preserve is a very beautiful, untouched, lush Rain-Forest area. This tour consists of a scenic boat ride across the bay to the Nature Preserve/Bird Sanctuary area. Enjoy the scenery of the Samana peninsula from a new vantage point that you don't get anywhere else. Once arriving at the park the tour includes a number of small islands that make up the bird sanctuary part of the Park. Many species of birds use this protected area to raise their young, safe from humans and other predators. Then check out the Sharks Mouth Cave by driving the boat right into the mouth! Then we’ll guide the boat into another cave that is home to a small white bird called a golandron, maybe we’ll catch a quick glimpse of the mysterious little bird. Next we dock at the mouth of a larger cave with some spectacular photo ops. Walk from one end of the cave out the other side where the boat will be waiting at another dock to pick us up. Once safely back in the boat we are on our way to the pictograph caves where we’ll pass through the mangroves swamp en route. These caves are where you find the drawings on the walls from some of the original Taino Indians that were wiped out by the Spanish. The caves on this tour alone are worth seeing because they are very large and carry a very unique history. Leave Samana City dock on a 24' Panga style tour boat made for up to 12 people. This excursion ends with a stop at Cano Hondo Eco Lodge inside the National Park for a typical Dominican style lunch. Rent Kayaks at the Eco Lodge to take in some more of the park if you like. (subject to availability - Tour Samana With Terry is not responsible for availability or conditions) We do recommend sun screen, sun glasses and a hat as you will be in the sun much of the time. Sea sickness medication may also be recomended. Please be aware that this tour takes place on the open waters of Samana Bay. You will be in a small 24' panga style v-hull boat with a small roof over part of it. We are not responsible for sea conditions or any adverse effects of sea sickness that someone in your group may encounter.
HOTEL EXCURSION #1: EL Limon Waterfalls on Horseback or Hike
Swim in a 120' waterfalls!! The Legendary tour to the El Limon waterfalls. Available from all area hotels. You will have the option of going on horses or going on foot. The excursion will include a typical Dominican buffet lunch and all your drinks including Presidente Beer, Coke (always made with Real Sugar!), Sprite & Water. As much as you want! Tour also includes a couple of stops along the way to see a local who makes awesome coconut bread (when available) and a small country town with a coral church, hand rolled cigar factory and a quaint gift shop with clean bathrooms. At the gift shop the give you a taste of local chocolate and local moonshine.
HOTEL EXCURSION #2: VIP Option: Four Beaches Speedboat Tour & Lobster Lunch
We pick you up at your hotel and take the beautiful drive out Highway #5 to the sleepy little fishing town of Las Galeras. The boat leaves from the beach there and heads to Playa Fronton for snorkeling. Then the boats heads to Playa Madama for more snorkeling and visit the cave. Then head to Playa Rincon for a lobster lunch, drinks and relaxing beach time. Includes: Lobster Lunch Beer, Water, Soda & Rum English speaking Guide Transportation to and from hotel or our office Snorkel Equipment Chaise Lounger on Rincon Recommended: Cash for tipping and shopping Sunscreen Hat Sunglasses Motion sickness medicine
HOTEL EXCURSION #3: Culture, Beach and Waterfalls ATV Quads
We offer a full day ATV tour to the spectacular & secluded El Valle beach area.
HOTEL EXCURSION #3a: Quad-ATV+Zip Line - Tour Samana With Terry Exclusive!
12 TOTAL ZIPS!! Our awesome ATV tour to the spectacular & secluded El Valle beach area can now include the Awesome Walk the Plank Zip Line! Save some money by combining tours! Wear your swimsuits under your clothes!
HOTEL EXCURSION #4: Whales and Bacardi Beach (Cayo Levantado) Excursion
This Whale Watching Expedition is truly an experience of a lifetime. Each winter the humpback whales make the journey from the North Atlantic to the Samana Bay to give birth to their calves. Enjoy the spectacular views of the mountains that surround the Samana Bay. Pass by the famous crystal blue waters of Cayo Levantado island (sometimes called Bacardi Island).
HOTEL EXCURSION #4a: Whales Tour with Famous Kim Beddall of Whale Samana
We have a new alliance with the famous Whale Biologist Kim Beddall. Truly an experience of a lifetime. What's Included: Each winter the humpback whales make the journey from the North Atlantic to the Samana Bay to give birth to their calves. Enjoy the spectacular views of the mountains that surround the Samana Bay. Pass by the famous crystal blue waters of Cayo Levantado island (sometimes called Bacardi Island). -Sound system with underwater hydrophone (pending weather conditions) -Two modern bathrooms with running water, -Souvenirs / Snack bar / Educational material. -Marine Mammal specialist and Scientific data collection on every trip. -Narration in two languages and interpreters available on board. -Soft drinks, water, crackers and mints. Booklet "Whales of Samana" (Spanish, English, German or French). -Dramamine tablets. -Pickup and Drop off from your hotel or villa. Note: You may get wet, so dress appropriately and bring a towel. Ride may be rough at times and we recommend you take sea sickness medication if you are susceptible. Rules: There are some rules for Whale Watching that must be obeyed by each boat. Only 3 boats can be on a pod of whales at a time so we'll have to wait our turn upon arrival. After the Whales: After your trip on Kim’s boat you may have an hour or two to wander around Samana depending on our tour schedule that day. Please print out the PDF when you purchase. Kim uses the Main Dock on the Map in the PDF. If it will be necessary for your to wait for other tours to return We recommend eating at Taberna Mediterrenaea, #1 under restaurants on the map. El Timon Restaurant is right in front of Kim’s office and is a good place also. Then meet at Kim's office at the time that our personel inform you.
HOTEL EXCURSION #5: Low Impact Cultural Highlights Tour:
This tour is designed for those looking to see a little bit of everything including culture with low impact activities. (no horses and with minimal walking)
HOTEL EXCURSION #6: Culture, Beach & Waterfalls on Horseback “The Real DR”
This excursion includes about 1 to 2 hours on the horses in total depending on how much you can take on the good old behind. LOL!
HOTEL EXCURSION #6a: Zip Line+Horseback
12 TOTAL ZIPS!! We have special access to the Legendary Walk the Plank Zip Line of Samana. After you do the 12 different Zips you will spend a few minutes at the waterfalls and then we'll get you on the horses. You'll ride through the jungle across the rivers and to the beach. Some beach riding time and then lunch.
HOTEL EXCURSION #7: Famous Playa Rincon Beach
This beach is fantastic. It is about 5 kilometers long and has no development whatsoever (yet). There is a great place to eat out there, it is just a thatched roof with a wood grill but I love eating there, the food is great and there is nothing like eating with sand between your toes. Your lunch is included in the price with a choice of fresh local fish or chicken. Your drinks throughout the day are included also, except when in the restaurant.
HOTEL EXCURSION #8: Famous Playa Rincon ATV Quads
We offer an all day, all inclusive four wheeler excursion to Playa Rincon. You'll be picked up at the hotel and taken to the ATV base in the small country town of Las Galeras. Drive out to the south side of the peninsula to see the Devil's Mouth Blowhole and Cave, then on to the world famous Playa Rincon and the gorgeous countryside along the way. Eat lunch on the beach at Rincon, have some time to swim and snorkel or just lay out in the sun. This is an awesome way to see a little bit of everything that the country has to offer while taking part in one of the most fun types of excursions available. Our ATVs are in wonderful condition and the transmissions are automatic so that even beginners can have a go at it. This is an all day long adventure. Don’t miss it! Must be 14 years of age to drive. No alcoholic beverages will be served on this excursion and you must sign a waiver ahead of time.
Hotel Excursion #9 Los Haitises National Park+Cayo Levantado Beach Tickets
This is a code share tour. This tour is the same tour as the hotel's tour only cheaper. The Los Haitises National Park Preserve is a very beautiful, untouched, lush Rain-Forest area. This tour consists of a scenic boat ride across the bay to the Nature Preserve/Bird Sanctuary area. Enjoy the scenery of the Samana peninsula from a new vantage point that you don't get anywhere else. Once arriving at the park the tour includes a number of small islands that make up the bird sanctuary part of the Park. Many species of birds use this protected area to raise their young, safe from humans and other predators. Then check out the Sharks Mouth Cave by driving the boat right into the mouth! Then we’ll guide the boat into another cave that is home to a small white bird called a golandron, maybe we’ll catch a quick glimpse of the mysterious little bird. Next we dock at the mouth of a larger cave with some spectacular photo ops. Walk from one end of the cave out the other side where the boat will be waiting at another dock to pick us up. Once safely back in the boat we are on our way to the pictograph caves where we’ll pass through the mangroves swamp en route. These caves are where you find the drawings on the walls from some of the original Taino Indians that were wiped out by the Spanish. The caves on this tour alone are worth seeing because they are very large and carry a very unique history. This excursion ends with a stop at Cayo Levantado (sometimes called Bacardi Island) for a typical Dominican buffet lunch. Some drinks are available at the restaurant on Cayo. Spend the rest of your day relaxing along the crystal blue waters of this island paradise resort. (please note you will only be allowed access to the public beach side even if you are staying at one of the sister hotels). To visit Cayo Levantado from Cayacoa Hotel with the hotel’s in-house tour operators you will pay $30 a person just to visit the island from 9 am to 1 pm. So you increase your value with this tour, it's like 2 excursions in one! We do recommend sun screen, sun glasses and a hat as you will be in the sun most of the time. You will have selected drinks and a buffet lunch on Cayo Levantado.
PUNTA CANA AREA EXCURSION: Two National Parks Tour Los Haitises+El Limon Waterfalls
The Los Haitises National Park Preserve is a very beautiful, untouched, lush Rain-Forest area full of islands full of tropical birds, mangroves and large caves. Then off across the Samana Bay. Enjoy the scenery of the Samana peninsula from a new vantage point that you don't get anywhere else. After delicious healthy lunch, enjoy El Limon National Park and it's most gorgeous waterfalls. You can actually swim in it! You have the option to Hike or Horseback in and out of the Falls. 30-40 mins each way. Free Drinks all day. Even Beer!
Whales Punta Cana - Bavaro: Famous Kim Beddall of Whale Samana Whales+Cayo Levantado Island
Kim Beddall's Famous Whale Tours!! Note: -From Punta Cana, Bavaro area Hotels and Accomodations: This tour will possibly use a 24' Panga style speedboat to cross the Samana Bay to Cayo Levantado. 30-45 min ride. It may get VERY rough although we try to reschedule if we can. We want all to know this upfront. -You may get wet, so dress appropriately and bring a towel. Ride may be rough at times and we recommend you take sea sickness medication if you are susceptible at least 30 minutes before. We have a new alliance with the famous Whale Biologist Kim Beddall, making her tours finally accessible from Punta Cana and Bavaro area! Truly an experience of a lifetime. What's Included: Each winter the humpback whales make the journey from the North Atlantic to the Samana Bay to give birth to their calves. Enjoy the spectacular views of the mountains that surround the Samana Bay. Enjoy the crystal blue waters of Cayo Levantado island (sometimes called Bacardi Island) and a buffet lunch. -Pickup by Kim on Cayo Levantado public dock -Sound system with underwater hydrophone - dead calm sea conditions required, -Two modern bathrooms with running water, -Souvenirs / Snack bar / Educational material. -Marine Mammal specialist and Scientific data collection on every trip. -Narration in at least two languages and interpreters available on board. -Booklet "Whales of Samana" (Spanish, English, German or French). -Dramamine tablets. -Pickup and Drop off from your hotel or villa. -Soft drinks, water, crackers and mints are provided by Kim -Soft drinks, water, beer and lunch are provided by us while you are on the small boat or on Cayo Levantado but not during lunch in the restaurant. Rules for Whale Watching: There are some rules for Whale Watching that must be obeyed by each boat. Only 3 boats can be on a pod of whales at a time so we'll have to wait our turn upon arrival. Once you see whales you will have about 30-45 min before the law requires us to move along. Kim usually moves along to other whales and you end up possibly spending more than the normal time seeing whales within the time schedule for her later tours. After the Whales: You will return to Cayo Levantado Island where the 24' Panga Speed Boat will be waiting to take you back to our vehicle on the other side of the bay. 30 min ride. Please print out the PDF when you purchase. Kim uses the Main Public Dock on Cayo Levantado Island.