Samaná Bay Eco Whale Watching + Cayo Levantado & El Limón

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Experience an eco-friendly adventure in Samaná Bay, respectfully observing humpback whales in their natural habitat. Cruise by catamaran, unwind on Cayo Levantado, and ride to El Limón Waterfall.

Highlights

  • Observe humpback whales in their natural habitat
  • Learn from expert guides about marine life
  • Relax on the stunning beaches of Cayo Levantado
  • Discover El Limón Waterfall on horseback through tropical trails

Description

Start your unforgettable eco-adventure with a comfortable hotel pick-up from the Punta Cana or Bávaro area. Travel in an air-conditioned bus with your professional guide to the port of Las Cañitas, where your journey to the Samaná Peninsula begins. Board a modern catamaran and set sail across the turquoise waters of Samaná Bay. From January to March, this bay becomes a sanctuary for majestic humpback whales that migrate here to breed and care for their young. Observe these incredible animals from a respectful distance as your expert guide shares fascinating facts about their behavior and conservation. After this once-in-a-lifetime encounter, continue by boat to Cayo Levantado, also known as Bacardi Island. Enjoy time to relax on its pristine white-sand beaches, swim in crystal-clear waters, and savor a traditional Dominican buffet lunch with refreshing drinks. Next, take a short drive to the ranch where your horseback adventure to El Limón Waterfall begins. Ride through lush tropical trails surrounded by coconut palms and exotic flora until you reach the spectacular El Limón Waterfall, cascading 50 meters into a natural pool. Take a refreshing dip or simply admire the beauty of this hidden paradise. After a full day of exploration, return by catamaran to the mainland and board your bus back to Punta Cana — ending the day with wonderful memories of whales, waterfalls, and the best of the Dominican Republic’s nature.

Includes

Comfortable Transportation (modern shuttles with AC, two way) Catamaran tour to the Samana Bay with whale watching. Visit to Cayo Levantado (Bacardi Island) Chaise lounge at Cayo Levantado Beach Dominican buffet lunch Open bar: Mamajuana, rum, cola, and sprite

Important Information

  • Please note that you need to take care of your breakfast in advance as the tour only includes lunch. We also recommend bringing water with you on the bus. The excursion is very long, so make sure you sleep well the night before. The excursion is not recommended for people with heart or back problems. Due to the physically demanding and challenging nature of the catamaran tour for whale watching, we want to emphasize that this excursion is not suitable for children under 4 years old Pregnant women or people with physical disabilities should not participate in this excursion. It is strictly prohibited to feed, touch, swim with, or throw anything at the whales. These actions may be subject to legal consequences under the laws of the Dominican Republic. Please note that we will do everything possible to find the whales. We guarantee that you will see the backs or tails of the whales, but we cannot guarantee that the whales will breach out of the water!

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