If you are looking for a place that offers beautiful and picture-perfect white beaches, turquoise waters, clean natural attractions, astonishing water parks, perfect wedding venues and locations, whimsical underwater activities and shipwrecks, romantic dates. and world-class golfing scene, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic should be the island for you. Punta Cana is the Caribbean region’s island with the longest white sand coastlines that features different exhilarating activities and possesses natural attractions. It’s also less than two hours away from Saona Island. Make sure to have a packed and organized itinerary before entering the island to make the most out of your vacation, and book your stay at one of the island’s all-inclusive resorts or even a vacation rental. The list below can help you with all the things to do in Punta Cana, to help you have an unforgettable stay in the tropical paradise.
1. Spend quality time with the family at Scape Park Cap Cana
Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account
One of the best places to visit in Punta Cana, especially if you’re an adventurous bunch, is Scape Park Cap Cana. This natural theme park is brimming with adrenaline-pumping attractions such as cliff zip-lining, cavern explorations, underground caves swimming, and so much more! Hoyo Azul, a captivating cenote, is located right here. For an otherworldly experience, you can’t go wrong with a trip to Scape Park. Besides the full admission, you can also purchase additional tours like buggies and catamaran cruises.
Scape Park Cap Cana
Address: Cap Cana, 23000, Dominican Republic
Website: Scape Park Cap Cana
Opening hours: 8am - 6pm (daily)
2. Unwind at Bávaro Beach
Playa Bávaro is a beach at the La Altagracia province located at the edge of east Dominican Republic. This is one of the popular sandy beaches in Punta Cana, but it is also a town for resort workers that has developed to be the melting pot of culture, wonderful music, fun activities, world-class food, and other tourist attractions you can find to entertain locals and guests. The blue water and fine white sand beaches are to die for when you visit the small town at Punta Cana, because not only is it aesthetically pleasing but bathing in it is also immensely satisfying and de-stressing. Go on a full-day excursion at this destination for tourists soon!
Bávaro Beach
Address: Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
Opening hours: 24 hours
3. Watch animal shows at Manati Park
A tropical wonderland will not be complete without a natural park where tropical animals are residing and can mingle with people. You can take a seat and watch animals perform in front of a crowd or wear your swimsuit and swim with the friendly dolphins as much as you like. There are different attractions inside with different types of animals but make sure not to miss any authentic experience with the animals inside Manati Park. See the best Punta Cana can offer as they display the diversity and ecology of the large island.
Manati Park
Address: Punta Cana 23000, Dominican Republic
Website: Manati Park
Opening hours: 9am - 6pm
Price: 35 USD onwards
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4. Plan a picnic with family at Playa Juanillo
Playa Juanillo is a beautiful destination in Punta Cana that used to be a town for fishermen. Now, its azure waters are already one of the most desirable areas and beautiful stretches across the whole island. You will experience the fine white sand at this Punta Cana beach where the tall palm trees line up. Those who love to bathe in the sun and at the same time chill at Cap Cana resort are welcome. Detaching from technology and just spending time beside the pristine beaches with the family is a wonderful gift. The family can also have a picnic at Juanillo Beach.
Playa Juanillo
Address: Punta Cana 23000, Dominican Republic
Website: Playa Juanillo
Opening hours: 7am - 7pm
5. Play golf at Cocotal Golf and Country Club
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Who said you cannot have gold at Punta Cana? Well, there is a chance for you to do world-class golf in a perfect destination within the stretch of the island that is near Bávaro Beach. Well, if you think that the golf course is as busy as the bustling Bávaro Beach, you are wrong. Cocotal Golf and Country Club can provide you with an ambience where you can find peace, relaxation, and luxury while you are in the middle of playing your favourite sport. For more golfing spots in Punta Cana, check out Cana Bay Beach Club & Golf Resort.
Cocotal Golf and Country Club
Address: Punta Cana 23301, Dominican Republic
Website: Cocotal Golf and Country Club
Opening hours: 7am - 5pm
6. Swim with dolphins at Dolphin Island Park
Up for more fun activities on your holiday? Dolphin Island Park is one of the best places to go to in Punta Cana because of the wonderful marine experience only a few get the chance to engage in. You will be enjoying the experience of swimming with the dolphins and see them perform and do jokes with you. Have yourself surrounded by your loved ones and your friends. Dolphin Island Park makes Punta Cana an island that has it all from natural theme parks to outdoor activities, having a park where dolphins are waiting to play with you is just a unique activity you can enjoy while you are at the wonderful island in the Dominican Republic.
Dolphin Island Park
Address: Punta Cana 23000, Dominican Republic
Website: Dolphin Island Park
Opening hours: 9am - 6pm
Price: 120 USD onwards
7. Take a stroll through Indigenous Eyes Ecological Reserve (from USD 139.0)
Ready for one of the best catamaran tours and buggy excursions? Get a good look and immerse in the whimsical Eyes Ecological Reserve that is subject to research, conservation, and recreation within a wide subtropical forest. Privately owned and managed by Puntacana Ecological Foundation, this ecological park is protected and safely kept by the foundation. The attractions that this place boasts include 12 mesmerizing lagoons. However, if you stroll around, there are only five lagoons tourists and visitors can swim in but it is for sure that the guests of the reserve will enjoy every bit of the experience.
Punta Cana Lagoon Tour with Buggy, Catamaran
Duration: 4 to 5 hours
8. Enjoy paintball and zip lines at Bavaro Adventure Park (from USD 88.0)
If you are into outdoor activities from the mild ones to the extremes, Punta Cana also offers a variety of outdoor activities at the Bavaro Adventure Park. Guests of the island can go to the adventure park and do amazing things with the squad or with the whole family. Guests and visitors like you will definitely enjoy a match of paintball together and ziplining activities at Bavaro Adventure Park. These activities are what most people are looking for especially if they want something more than just a chill and relaxing vacation. Most of all, there will be a wonderful outdoor experience people will be talking about even after the vacation.
Bavaro Adventure Park
Duration: 7 hours
9. Explore the Marinarium Excursions (from USD 106.0)
Explore the Marinarium Excursions and be amazed by how many activities you can choose from while you are at Punta Cana island. You can choose your own adventure and activity in this Reef Explorer excursion from Punta Cana. You can dive for some snorkelling with the fishes, paddle-snorkelling, kayaking, lounging, seeing the coral reefs, and other activities that the guest would desire on doing while at the Marinarium Excursions. Convenient and fun, tourists are highly advised to experience these activities under crystal-clear water.
Marinarium Snorkeling Cruise
Duration: 4 hours
Enjoy your stay in Punta Cana
Punta Cana is one of the gems the Dominican Republic offers its guests and tourists. It won’t be a complete vacation in the country if you do not spend time on the island of Punta Cana, and maybe explore other islands such as Isla Saona. Enjoy activities and full-day tours, and be surrounded by the Caribbean Sea and the fine white sands and beautiful beaches. Sign up for outdoor activities, swim with dolphins, or just spend time with your family and friends while appreciating the wonderful views of the island.
Want to see more of this paradise? Here are the other attractions waiting for you in and near Punta Cana: Uvero Alto, Arena Gorda Beach, Macao Beach, Altos de Chavón, Sirenis Aquagames, RIU Splash Water Park, and Montaña Redonda.
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