Adventure Collective Logo
Off-Road Buggies & Monkeyland Adventure with BestDRExcursions - Puerto Plata

Off-Road Buggies & Monkeyland Adventure with BestDRExcursions

Puerto Platamoderate

Difficulty

moderate

Duration

2–3 hours

Fitness Level

Participants should have moderate fitness to handle off-road driving and walking in tropical terrain.

Overview

Rev up your off-road experience with BestDRExcursions’ Buggies + Monkeyland tour in Puerto Plata. From rugged buggy rides through tropical landscapes to close encounters with playful squirrels monkeys, this adventure balances thrills with wildlife and local culture.

Punta Cana, La Altagracia

Buggies + Monkeyland at Puerto Plata

Zoo

Select participants and date

Adventure Photos

Buggies + Monkeyland at Puerto Plata photo 1

About This Adventure

Highlights

  • Amazing natural scenery in the tropical mountain range
  • Visit a typical Dominican colmado.
  • Transportation by open air safari truck.
  • Take a ride on the newest buggies in Puerto Plata; Polaris off road rzr turbo
  • Enjoy the water and the thrilling of the amazing - Damajagua water falls
  • 40 minutes tour to interact with the monkeys

Requirements

  • A valid driver license is required to drive the off-road buggy.
  • The minimum age to participate is 8 years old.
  • The maximum weight is 325 lbs.
  • Guests must not participate if they’ve had a recent surgery (less than 6 months), are pregnant, have heart or respiratory problems or any neck or back injury.

What to Expect

This guided trip will take you deep into a natural wonder of the Dominican Republic: the Waterfalls of Rio de Damajagua. Enjoy a thrilling, 30-minute buggy drive through local villages and countryside roads. Then get ready for a river crossing in your 2-person buggy! Prepare to get muddy and wet, as you traverse through the river’s waters. A visit to Monkey Land. In the tropical jungle, listen to the sounds of nature while keeping an eye out for the cute little squirrel monkeys that abound in this natural environment. Trained staff give you a plate of fruit that you can offer to the monkeys. These cheeky, friendly creatures love shiny objects — hang on to your belongings or they will relieve you of loose items for later play. This is an awesome opportunity to get up close with these lovable, fun little monkeys.

Adventure Tips

Bring a valid driver’s license

You need a valid license to operate the off-road buggy safely and legally.

Secure loose items before Monkeyland

Monkeys are known to snatch shiny or dangling possessions, so tuck away valuables.

Wear quick-drying clothing

Expect to get wet during river crossings, so dress in moisture-wicking or fast-dry fabrics.

Physical readiness required

Due to off-roading and outdoor activity, participants should be in reasonable shape without recent injuries.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • Squirrel monkeys in Monkeyland
  • Local bird species such as the Hispaniolan Parrot

History

Puerto Plata was one of the first Spanish settlements in the Americas, blending rich colonial history with Caribbean culture.

Conservation

BestDRExcursions works with local guides to minimize environmental impact, promote wildlife protection, and support community tourism.

Select participants and date

Adventure Hotspots in Puerto Plata

Frequently Asked Questions

Recommended Gear

Closed-toe shoes

Essential

Protect your feet during buggy driving and jungle walks.

Sunscreen

Essential

Shield your skin from intense tropical sun exposure.

summer specific

Quick-dry clothing

Essential

Dry fast after river crossings and muddy sections.

all specific

Insect repellent

Helps reduce bites from tropical insects in jungle areas.

spring|summer|fall specific