Montaña Redonda
One of the most famous hills in the country, it makes more than the imagination fly from its swings with views of the coast and the majestic Laguna Redonda. From that point, more than a thousand [...]
Laguna Gri-Gri
One of the DR’s major bird sanctuaries, set along a peaceful lagoon flanked by thick mangroves. Boat rides take you along this mystical lagoon daily, though sunset is the best time to see egrets, [...]
Río Jamao
Located south of the Puerto Plata province, the Río Jamao reveals some of the DR’s most beautiful natural scenery, where you can hike surrounded with forests, and swim in fresh river pools.
Laguna Dudú
Caving, Cenotes + Springs, Family-Friendly, National Parks + Protected Areas, Rivers + Lakes, Ziplines
Laguna Dudú’s series of turquoise, freshwater lagoons surrounded with caves and lush forest will keep you swimming all day long. Rent a kayak to navigate the waters, explore one of the caves on [...]
Río Yasica
Flowing down from the mountains just outside of Cabarete, the Yásica river provides a world of water fun. Go tubing, kayaking to explore its lush shores, or paddle boarding.
Río Damajagua
Running through the North Coast, the Río Damajagua is best known for the 27 waterfalls, and the fresh water pools it fills as it gushes through Puerto Plata’s highlands and onto its plains.
Río Chavón
This winding body of water meets the sea on the Altos de Chavón village side, all the way to the Casa de Campo Marina. Speedboat, kayak and canoe excursions are available year round to see and [...]
Río El Limón
Go canyoning, swimming through nine cascades on the way to the falls of El Limón. The river also flows down to the heart of El Limón town, forming a small freshwater pool where residents cool [...]
Río Caño Frío
This stunning emerald-colored river doubles as a popular natural swimming pool where it meets the ocean on the western end of Playa Rincón. Residents and visitors love to cool off here, before or [...]
Río Yuna
The second largest body of water in the DR, the Río Yuna forms in the central and mountainous Cibao Valley, snaking its way east into Samaná Bay. Its abundant waters are nutrient rich, providing [...]
