Punta Cana Holidays

Swim, snorkel, scuba dive or just enjoy those incredible azure blue waters from your hotel balcony. The Caribbean Sea is picture-postcard perfect in Punta Cana. Fancy skippering a speedboat from Arena Gordo Beach, fishing for your own catch of the day off the coast of Bavaro, or discovering what swims beneath with the help of a snorkel or scuba kit? It’s all here on the coast of Punta Cana.

To the northeast of the island lies the Samana peninsular – one of the most scenic parts of the country. Take a day-long excursion here and visit the cascading crystal-clear waters of El Salto del Limon and Bacardi Island (locally known as Cayo Levantado) and relax on the beach while the barmen from the beach barmix your favourite drinks.

Don’t worry, there’ll be no Predator in sight! But what better way to admire the beauty of the Dominican Republic than by air! Take a helicopter ride and marvel at paradise below. These 20-40 minute tours zip over white-sand beaches, luxury resorts and lush rainforest, giving you a whole new persepctive on this jewel of the Caribbean. Combine this once in a lifetime trip with an anniversary or special occasion for the perfect day out.

Off the coast of Punta Cana, there are two stunning islands just waiting to be explored. Cast away from the mainland and head for the shores of Isla Saona or Isla Catalina for the day, where you can bask in the sun on a stretch of remote sand. Bliss...

Steal yourself away from the palm-fringed beaches for a day and take an awesome adventure on board a mega truck safari! Explore the real Dominican Republic in 4x4 vehicles through backroads and across sugar cane fields. Visit local communities, try horse riding or visit the El Limon waterfalls and enjoy a refreshing dip in the river before heading back to resort.

Hire a speedboat or catamaran at Bravado and skim across the sparkling blue sea in style. If you prefer group excursions and someone else to helm the boat, there are lots of different cruises to choose from including party boats and quieter catamaran cruises at sunset. Several dive companies operate from Punta Cana and kayak safaris are another great way of exploring more of the captivating coastline.

Take a day trip to Fun Fun Cave where you can repel 20m (65ft) to the base of the cave, discover the history of the area and horseback ride through beautiful Los Haitises National Park.

Kick off your evening with sundowners at one of the great resort beach bars. Punta Cana, especially the Bavaro area, has thriving nightlife with many bars, restaurants and nightclubs dotting this resort. Enjoy wine with tapas at a small bar with live music or dance away the night at one of the famous discos.