moderate
8–9 hours
Participants should be in good physical condition, comfortable with hiking, swimming, and off-road driving.
Experience the thrill of off-road buggies, stunning waterfalls, and playful monkeys on this immersive day trip in Puerto Plata with BestDRExcursions. Perfect for adventure seekers craving variety and nature in one seamless excursion.
$199 per Person | 8.5 Hours
Single Buggy - $199 Double Buggy - $299
8.5 Hours
This guided, 4-hour 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. Then it’s off to explore on your 40-minute hike through the beautiful landscape. Afterwards, cool down in front of the first of many breathtaking waterfalls you will see. You can jump (or slide!) into a fresh, sparkling pool of mountain water below. Each of the waterfalls and pools you visit has their own personality, and you’ll find yourself celebrating at each of the waterfalls you conquer. Your exhilarating adventure will also take you canyoning through narrow passages, jumping off cascades, sliding down natural water-slides and swimming through caverns. This tour is an experience of a lifetime that you won’t want to miss!
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.
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Expect to hike through streams and slippery rocks; sturdy water-friendly shoes will keep you safe and comfortable.
Monkeys are curious and may snatch shiny or dangling items—keep cameras and jewelry safely stored.
The tropical sun is intense during the buggy ride and waterfall trek—carry water and apply sun protection frequently.
Bring a valid driver’s license if you plan to drive the off-road buggy yourself to ensure safety and compliance.
The Damajagua Waterfalls area is rooted in local heritage as a natural playground for villagers and is preserved as an eco-tourism site since the early 2000s.
BestDRExcursions emphasizes responsible tourism practices, encouraging minimal environmental impact and supporting local communities through sustainable tours.
Provides grip and protects feet in wet, rocky environments.
summer specific
Protects skin during extended exposure to tropical sun.
Keeps mosquitoes and insects at bay in jungle and waterfall areas.
spring specific
Allows capturing action moments around waterfalls without damaging equipment.