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Puerto Plata

Tucked between the Cordillera Mountains and the Atlantic coast, this charming Dominican port embodies geographical duality at its best.

PUERTO PLATA

Setting sail to the silver coast

With its silver fog covering the mountain tops and shining coastline by the sea, Puerto Plata earned its name as the Port of Silver. Its lush mountains and rushing waterfalls dare adventurers to explore more, while its sandy beaches and colorful cityscape lure in sightseers to slow down.

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Soar up to the top of the Pico Isabel de Torres to get a bird's eye view of Puerto Plata or stroll by the Malecón at sea level. The technicolor Victorian facades, colonial homes and the 16th-century Fortaleza San Felipe will turn any regular Joe (or Joanna) into an architecture aficionado. On top of the sights, the Dominican Republic’s rum, cigars and cuisine keep you coming back for more (and a second serving). But, settling on a day lying on the beach is perfectly ok, too.

Air, water and rum

The three elements to a great adventure

Cable Car Mountain Ride and Lunch

See the island from new heights on a cable car ride and lunch

Waterfalls of Damajagua and Off-Road Adventure

Journey through villages, rivers and waterfalls

Island Rum Tasting Tour

Tour the Brugal Rum Factory and Macorix Rum Museum

Cable Car Mountain Ride

Soar 800 meters above sea level to reach the top of the Pico Isabel de Torres for breathtaking panoramic views of Puerto Plata. At the top, you’ll explore the ecological park before descending to the city for a brief tour followed by an authentic Dominican lunch.

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Waterfalls of Damajagua

Explore the rich culture and natural beauty of the Dominican Republic on a two-seater buggy and your own two feet. Embarking on a Polaris buggy, you’ll traverse across local dirt roads and conquer roaring rivers (yes, it'll get muddy). After the hike, you’ll reach the Waterfalls of Damajagua.

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Island Rum Tasting Tour

(D)rum roll please…calling all rum lovers! Spicy, sweet, and toasted — it’s the famous Caribbean rum tour of your dreams. See how Dominican rum is made at the Brugal Rum Factory and learn its history at the Macorix Rum Museum all while sipping on a collection of different rums.

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