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A full‑day from Punta Cana that pairs a coastal catamaran crossing with a mountain safari, a horseback ride through coffee and cocoa farms, lunch beneath El Limón waterfall, and an afternoon swim on Cayo Levantado. Expect a varied day of boat, truck and short riding sections.
A full‑day from Punta Cana that pairs a coastal catamaran crossing with a mountain safari, a horseback ride through coffee and cocoa farms, lunch beneath El Limón waterfall, and an afternoon swim on Cayo Levantado. Expect a varied day of boat, truck and short riding sections.
You step onto a luxury catamaran in Las Cañitas as the coastline slips aft — palms and fishing huts give way to open water, and the trip’s rhythm becomes the creak of rigging and sea spray on your face.
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Operated by GY EXCURSIONES TOURS · Samaná, Samaná Province
You step onto a luxury catamaran in Las Cañitas as the coastline slips aft — palms and fishing huts give way to open water, and the trip’s rhythm becomes the creak of rigging and sea spray on your face.
From the harbor the itinerary turns inland: a safari truck climbs toward the peninsula’s high spine, topping out near 2,100 feet where the air cools and the scent of coffee plants sharpens. A 30‑minute horseback ride threads narrow tracks through cocoa and tropical fruit orchards, the horses picking their way past roots and mud until the forest opens on El Limón waterfall, a roughly 120‑foot drop that throws cool mist over the rock bowl below.
Lunch at a country ranch beside the falls follows local flavors — rice, plantain, and fresh fish or chicken — before the group returns to Samaná Bay and ferries to Cayo Levantado (Bacardi Island) for afternoon swimming and beach time on white sand.
Geology here is young Caribbean limestone and volcanic soils; the peninsula’s mix of coastal reef, mangrove, and upland forest supports rich birdlife and, in season, migrating humpback whales offshore. Culturally, Samaná blends Afro‑Dominican and fishing‑village traditions with small‑scale agriculture.
Practicals: expect a full 10‑hour day with road, boat, truck, and short horseback sections — some uneven footing and stairs to the waterfall. Bring reef‑safe sunscreen, secure footwear for the ride, cash for tips or local snacks, and motion‑sickness remedies if you’re sensitive. Morning departures avoid midday heat and give the best window for calm seas and clearer water at Cayo Levantado.
moderate.
10 hours.
Should be comfortable with several hours of light activity, short uphill horseback sections, and basic walking on uneven terrain
The full excursion is about 10 hours; the catamaran crossings and transfers take several hours total including the return trip.
Yes—rides are typically short (around 30 minutes) on gentle trails, but inform guides of any riding inexperience so they can match you with a calm horse.
Yes—Cayo Levantado has shallow swimming near shore; swimming at the base of El Limón is possible but check local conditions, currents, and guides’ instructions.
Lunch is included at the ranch by the waterfall; some onboard soft drinks may be provided but bring water and any personal snacks you prefer.
Samaná peninsula has a mixed history of indigenous Taíno settlement, colonial agriculture, and 19th‑century Afro‑Caribbean communities; Cayo Levantado gained fame as a picturesque island used in tourism promotions.
The region relies on sustainable tourism and reef protection; stick to marked paths, avoid single‑use plastics, and use reef‑safe sunscreen to reduce impact.
GY EXCURSIONES TOURS operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
You step onto a luxury catamaran in Las Cañitas as the coastline slips aft — palms and fishing huts give way to open water, and the trip’s rhythm becomes the creak of rigging and sea spray on your face.
You step onto a luxury catamaran in Las Cañitas as the coastline slips aft — palms and fishing huts give way to open water, and the trip’s rhythm becomes the creak of rigging and sea spray on your face.
From the harbor the itinerary turns inland: a safari truck climbs toward the peninsula’s high spine, topping out near 2,100 feet where the air cools and the scent of coffee plants sharpens. A 30‑minute horseback ride threads narrow tracks through cocoa and tropical fruit orchards, the horses picking their way past roots and mud until the forest opens on El Limón waterfall, a roughly 120‑foot drop that throws cool mist over the rock bowl below.
Lunch at a country ranch beside the falls follows local flavors — rice, plantain, and fresh fish or chicken — before the group returns to Samaná Bay and ferries to Cayo Levantado (Bacardi Island) for afternoon swimming and beach time on white sand.
Geology here is young Caribbean limestone and volcanic soils; the peninsula’s mix of coastal reef, mangrove, and upland forest supports rich birdlife and, in season, migrating humpback whales offshore. Culturally, Samaná blends Afro‑Dominican and fishing‑village traditions with small‑scale agriculture.
Practicals: expect a full 10‑hour day with road, boat, truck, and short horseback sections — some uneven footing and stairs to the waterfall. Bring reef‑safe sunscreen, secure footwear for the ride, cash for tips or local snacks, and motion‑sickness remedies if you’re sensitive. Morning departures avoid midday heat and give the best window for calm seas and clearer water at Cayo Levantado.