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Ride from shore through wild forest to the Río Chavón for a supervised river swim. This two-hour Bayahíbe loop blends easy canters, coastal views, and a cooling dip—ideal for riders of most abilities.
Ride from shore through wild forest to the Río Chavón for a supervised river swim. This two-hour Bayahíbe loop blends easy canters, coastal views, and a cooling dip—ideal for riders of most abilities.
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Operated by Punta Canada Adventures · Bayahíbe, La Romana Province
You step from powdery beach into dappled forest, a horse shifting beneath you as palms lean in to watch. The trail threads between scrub and mangroves, then opens onto the Río Chavón where sunlight fattens on slow water and the current dares you to wade. Over two hours the route alternates easy seaside canter and gentle singletrack through wild forest, finishing with a cool river swim that feels earned.
easy.
2 hours.
Light to moderate fitness; participants should be able to mount a horse and walk short distances.
No—tours accommodate beginners and experienced riders with guides matching horseback pace to each rider’s comfort.
Yes—guides monitor the group and choose shallow, calm spots; non-swimmers should wear buoyant aids when offered and stay close to guides.
Yes—hotel pickup and drop-off are usually included; confirm your pickup point when booking.
The activity is family-friendly but not recommended for people with spinal, heart conditions, or pregnant travelers; check provider policies for age minimums.
The Río Chavón has long guided settlement and inspired nearby Altos de Chavón, a recreated Mediterranean-style village and arts center built in the 1970s; parts of the river area were used as film locations.
Stick to marked trails, avoid trampling riverbanks, use reef-safe sunscreen, and take all trash back to reduce impacts on coastal and mangrove habitats.
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