Riu attractions -not only sun & beach
Visit the other beaches in the area, such as Luperon Beach, Cofresi Beach, Playa Dorada Beach, Sosua Beach, Cabarete Beach (for windsurfing), Playa Grande Beach (extraordinary scenery, big waves, not for children). Go to Monte Cristi (for great diving) and landscapes at the northwestern side of the country. These are all places that can be seen by forming a group and taking a taxi, or town minibus, or even by renting a car for the day. Puerto Plata City Tour (Amber Museum, Cable Car Ride up to Botanical Gardens, Rum Factory tour, shopping). Damajagua. Located half an hour from Puerto Plata, between the Altamira tunnel and the town of Imbert, this is an ecotourism attraction that combines cascading and plummeting down waterfalls. This is an excursion for the physically fit. It can be booked at the highway stop of the professional Association of Damajagua Guides. Guides are a must as they know which areas should be avoided or tackled in a different manner due to heavy rains or lack of rains. There is the option to hike one hour up the mountain to the 27th fall and then begin the three-hour descent. The shorter half-day version, mostly sold by tour operators, calls for climbing up and down only the first seven holes with the assistance of the acrobatic guides. La Isabela National Park. Located about a two-hour drive from Puerto Plata and 14 kms west of Luperon. This park was built on the site where Columbus built the first settlement in the New World in the 15th century. Remains are still standing of what is believed to have been the church where the first mass in the New World was given. A small museum area houses relics from the days of the discovery. Luperon Beach. Adjacent is Luperon harbor, which caters to dozens of sailors that year round make their way through the Caribbean and stop at this naturally protected harbor. During September, the peak month of the hurricane season, up to 100 sailboats can be counted at the harbor, giving the area the feel of an international community. Monster truck, jeep safari trips and four wheel bike adventures are offered by several companies. See the rural countryside and the lifestyle of its people. Visit undeveloped beach areas, springs and rivers in all their lush tropical splendor, far from the touristy areas. Catamaran boat rides. Feel the ocean breeze and salt spray while speeding through tropical shades of blue on the way to and from secluded beaches. |
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