11 Dominican Republic Hiking Tours to Build a Day Around

1.Hiking Tabernacle Thundering Waterfall in Dominican Republic

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 108 reviews · from $98Our pick

Leave Santo Domingo for Los Cacaos and spend four hours moving through a mountain river, swimming in natural pools, climbing rocks, and reaching Tabernacle Waterfall. Guides such as Ronnie, Victor, Randolph, Fredny, and Dely lead the route. A Dominican lunch, private transport, and life jacket are included.

“I had such an exhilarating hike to the Tabernacle Thundering Waterfall in Los Cacaos, Dominican Republic! This hike was probably the most fun and challenging hike I have ever completed. I climbed, swam, jumped off cliffs into the water, and went sliding down waterfalls. The views were extremely spectacular and I would absolutely do this hike again! If you enjoy hiking in general then you will absolutely love this one! I enjoyed every single waterfall on this hike but I especially loved the majestic Tabernacle Thundering Waterfall at the end. It was very beautiful to see up close! Also, I really liked our outstanding guide, Ronnie. He was extremely fun,…”

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2.Let’s do hiking in Punta Cana

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 78 reviews · from $75

Leave Punta Cana’s resort strip for a guided 5-kilometer hike from Vista Alegre to Anamuya. Guides such as Wilkin point out plants, birds, farms, and local life, while stops may include fruit, coffee, chocolate, and the Anamuya River. Expect moderate climbs, small streams, and mud after rain.

“Wilcin was a great guide, it ended up raining on us but Wilcin did his best to make our hike enjoyable. He knows a lot about the local plants and animals and was explaining things as we went along. He speaks excellent English, communication was never a problem. The hike was moderate difficulty, 5km. It was fairly challenging when we went because of the recent rain, but it usually shouldn't be too hard. We'd recommend to anyone who enjoys hiking and wants to learn more about the local nature!”

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3.Punta Cana: Los Haitises Hike & Kayaking Mangroves

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 23 reviews · 1 day · from $135

Travel from Punta Cana to Los Haitises National Park for a rainforest hike, cave visit, local lunch, and mangrove kayaking toward San Lorenzo Bay. You get hotel transport, entry, equipment, and a Spanish or English-speaking guide. Allow a full day, with a potentially long road transfer.

“The food served for the lunch was great. Our tour guide made sure the group was all together and informed the whole time”

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4.El Limón: Waterfall Hiking Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 15 reviews · 3 - 5 hours · from $45Best value

Follow a one-hour forest trail in Samaná Province, climb 300 steps near El Limón, then swim for 30 minutes beneath the waterfall. Your local guide leads the walk in English, Spanish, or French, and a Dominican lunch follows at the meeting-point restaurant. Hotel pickup may be available.

“Le guide est impeccable et on s’est senti en sécurité ☺️ la nourriture est délicieuse 🫶🏼 il faut avoir un cardio, mais une fois la haut, nous étions fasciné par la beauté des lieux et de la cascade ! A faire 🤗”

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5.Los Haitises: Caves, Mangroves, & Rainforest Hike/Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 12 reviews · 5 - 11 hours · from $70

Travel from Caño Hondo by boat through red mangroves to San Lorenzo Bay, then hike to Cueva de la Arena and Cueva de la Línea. Guides such as Ignacio lead you through Taino pictographs, rainforest paths, and limestone scenery. English, Spanish, and French tours are available.

“This trip was so much fun with a great guide Ignacio. We got to walk through the rainforest, explore caves with Taino hieroglyphics, and take a boat ride around the park. We all had a great time!”

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6.Hiking Tabernacle Thundering Waterfall

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · 8 hours · from $96

Spend eight hours traveling from Santo Domingo to El Tabernáculo, then hike, climb, slide, and swim through a mountain creek to a 27-meter waterfall. Guides such as Randolph and Ronnie provide close support, waterproof photos, life vests, and English or Spanish guidance. Lunch is included.

“The experience was great and the company was Professional. Randolph made sure everyone kept up, felt safe and had fun with plenty of picture opportunities (no need to take your phone because Randolph used his waterproof phone to take the pictures). Then tabernacle itself - where you end up - was great and fuller f drama. The way back to the car had some jumps and slides down.”

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7.Sabana de la Mar: Los Haitises Guided Hike and Kayaking

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 9 reviews · 5 - 10 hours · from $67

From Caño Hondo or Sabana de la Mar, hike for about three hours through Los Haitises with a guide such as José, then kayak for two hours through mangroves toward San Lorenzo Bay. Expect forest, birdlife, caves, medicinal plants, and possible rough water.

“Ignacio the guide was amazing, really made us the experience much better. Word of advice: Check the weather before you depart, we unfortunately caught rain for 90% of the day..”

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8.Private Hiking to Salto el Limon with a Local expert Guide from Samana

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 8 reviews · from $66

Meet your local guide in Samaná for a private hike to El Limón Waterfall. Guides such as Eriberto and Manuel help with the muddy trail, explain nature and wildlife, and arrange a Dominican lunch of rice, chicken, tostones, and salad. Transportation is not included.

“Our guide Manuel was absolutely incredible and helpful. it was muddy and slippery and he held my hand most of the trip to the waterfall and back. The lunch was terrific also after we returned from our hike and much needed. Warning you muRead more”

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9.From Samana: Los Haitises Hike, Boat Trip, and Kayaking

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 4 reviews · 6 - 7 hours · from $65

Travel from Samaná Bay into Los Haitises National Park for a guided rainforest hike, cave visits, a boat trip to Cueva de la Arena, and mangrove kayaking. Guides speak English, Spanish, and French. The half-day outing costs $65 and lasts six to seven hours.

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10.National Park of the East Private Hiking Tour with Swimming

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $225

Leave Santo Domingo at 8:00 am for a private forest walk in the National Park of the East. Visit caves, swim in a natural pool, then eat a home-cooked Dominican lunch in Bayahibe. Your guide handles transport, water, snacks, park fees, and the return trip.

“The tourgide was very nice and helpful! The tour was great for me and the childeren. I recommend this to everyone!!”

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11.Cano Hondo Rooms + Kayaking + Hiking + Natural Waterfall Swimming Pools

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $199

Meet at Caño Hondo at 3 p.m. for a rainforest hike, kayaking or a boat ride, natural waterfall pools, and an overnight ecolodge stay. Guide Joselin leads both the hike and water outing, with meals, park fees, and a water bottle included. Bring your own car or arrange private transport.

“This was a great way to see the nature of Dominican Republic. We loved this excursion.”

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