Tabacalera García

Cueva de las Maravillas

This cave houses hundreds of well-preserved Taino pictographs and petroglyphs dating back thousands of years, and impressive samples of stalactites and stalagmites.

Cueva del Chicho

Cueva del Chicho is one of the most outstanding underground caves; its aquamarine, sparkling fresh waters draw many hikers and it also holds numerous petroglyphs.

Cueva del Peñón

The Caves of Peñón reveal the richest underwater marine life in Bayahíbe. The sea flows through this series of dramatic, rugged caverns lined along the western edge of Cotubanamá National Park.

Cueva del Puente

One of the most accessible caves, located inside the Cotubanamá National Park—there are over 400 of them— Cueva del Puente reveals a three-level chamber with stalactites, stalagmites, Taino pictographs, and numerous bats.

Isla Catalina

Catalina is popular for water sports, particularly diving and snorkeling. Portions of the beach welcome cruise ship excursions, but the entire stretch is open for the public to enjoy.

Isla Saona

Saona’s picture-perfect beaches attract more visitors than all of the DR’s national parks combined. A protected site and part of Cotubanamá National Park, the island is a dream tropical escape.

Padre Nuestro Ecological Trail

Hike through a lush, protected forest where you can bird watch, spot native plants, and dip in cool fresh springs in underground caves.

Tabacalera García

The largest handmade cigar factory in the world, Tabacalera García is known for making some of the DR’s award-winning cigar brands. Watch the perfected hand rolling methods, and learn about the tobacco processing from leaf to product.