Punta Cana Half-Day Cultural Safari with Lunch and Drinks

Embark on a thrilling full-day safari adventure in Punta Cana. Explore the local culture, enjoy a cigar demonstration, visit the city of Higüey, indulge in a Dominican buffet lunch, ride on the river, and relax at Macao beach. Book now!

Duration: 6 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Macao Beach - Playa Macao is a beach located in the northern part of Bávaro in the eastern region of the Dominican Republic. Playa Macao contains white sand with palm trees in its surroundings. It is very popular with the locals and is also a tourist spot for surfers and those who take buggies and four wheel tours.
  • Basilica Catedral Nuestra Senora de la Altagracia - The Basilica of Higüey, whose official name is Basilica Catedral Nuestra Señora de la Altagracia, is a Catholic sanctuary in Salvaleón de Higüey, Dominican Republic. It is the cathedral of the diocese of Nuestra Señora de la Altagracia in Higüey and one of the busiest sanctuaries in the Caribbean.
  • Higuey - We start with the Typical Dominican Souvenir store where you can buy your gifts for your relatives. Afterwards we will see the demonstration of handmade cigars. Following the visit to the Typical House where you can see the Dominican culture from the most humble that we can be.
What's Included
  • Bathing in Macao Beach
  • Tasting of Coffee and Natural Chocolate
  • Pick up and drop off at your hotel
  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • Lunch
Additional Information

This tour allows you to see the ‘real’ Dominican Republic, outside of the resorts.

Choose from half- or full-day tours aboard a safari truck led by a tour guide, driver, and bartender. This is a Half Day Tour.

Pick up and drop off at your hotel or place of lodging.

  • Transportation with Truck Safari
  • Tour guide
  • Visit typical souvenir shop and demonstration of handmade cigars.
  • Panoramic view of the school
  • Visit to the city of Higüey, with a panoramic view of the Basilica.
  • Walk inside the Local Market in Higüey
  • Visit to the Higüey Mountains and arrive at the ranch for a Dominican buffet style lunch.
  • Ride on the River.
  • You will visit a Typical Dominican House where you can see the process of Coffee, Cocoa and Fruits, tasting included.
  • Horse ride.
  • We visit the Macao beach where you will have the opportunity to swim.
  • Drinks during the excursion. (Water / Rum / Juice)
  • Alcoholic beverages not served to minors
Location
Macao Beach
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Helen_m
Jul 5, 2024
Amazing Experience - Amazing excursion with various activities our guides were amazing and super helpful and nice. It’s definitely worth it
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Demetrius_s
Jul 1, 2024
We enjoyed everything... - We enjoyed everything about this trip. Riding the horses through the town and eating at the restaurant with the locals!
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Sarahlee_e
Jun 11, 2024
A little bit of everything - Fun tour guide! We started with a short horseback ride. There were quite a lot of flies on the farm, but luckily the ride was short and so it was not too much of a bother. Then we visited the Basilica, which was beautiful inside & out. Afterwards, we stopped in a souvenir shop (be sure to bargain so you get a good deal). Then we walked through a local market. We then had a delicious local meal in Anamuya! We then visited a cigar factory which was fun and interactive. Then we ended at the beach for a swim. They do charge local currency to use change facility at the beach, so be forewarned. Would recommend!
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Josefsk3949sv
Jun 5, 2024
Zafari Tour - Great group travel experience, the guide Carlos is very friendly and attentive to the group. For her part, the photographer Carla is very good at taking several photos and videos of the pleasant experiences that you have on the tour. A great team without a doubt.
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Go05394161534
Jun 5, 2024
safari tours - It was a great experience. Riding horses, going to the beach were good times. Very good typical food. Carlos (manager) and Carla (photographer) very friendly and helpful. I recommend them.
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Rosine_t
May 31, 2024
PURA VIDA - My dad and I had an awesome time. Lots and lots of stops so this is def a longggg but good day. Lots of interaction, plenty of rum, good vibes and GREAT DOMINICAN FOOD at the local restaurant. My dad lost his phone at the first stop, and not only did they quickly turn back around to go search for it - the horseback riding guy had already found it & was looking for us to return it. Just amazing hospitality! Also they took some really awesome photos and video along the way, really nice way to commemorate the whole experience!! 😊 💫
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Julia_g
May 21, 2024
This was a super fun and... - This was a super fun and really interesting tour. I felt like it encompassed a lot, and I loved touring the market and horseback riding. Luna was the best horse, and our tour guides were great
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Ivan_b
Apr 26, 2024
10/10! - Carlos y George made this tour great! They were great guides and very friendly. The activities were fun and authentic and the lunch provided was delicious. Highly recommend this tour.
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Latearsaa
Jul 16, 2024
It's a pleasure - It started off a little rocky as the pick-up was running a little late (15 min). We were picked up in a van with another family and was on our way. Our first stop was the cave. We saw a cave that had clear blue water. No one got in, so I am not sure if it was allowed or not. The photographer took some pictures, and we were on our way to the next stop (lasted 10 min max). Our second stop was at Macao Beach. They warned us of the vendors being a little pushy and overpriced. We did not experience this at all. My daughter and I rode the horses; which she loved!! The ride was short, but enough time to enjoy the experience. We had time to lounge on the beach while the other family had their experience on the horses. When we returned to the van, we were offered bottle water, Coke, Sprite, and Rum as refreshments. Our third stop was to the home of a Dominican family. Here, we were able to meet the family and walk through their home. This was an amazing experience!!! The family was so very nice. They allowed us to pick some of the fruit from their many trees. The lady then gave us a demonstration on the process of making coffee and chocolate from their cocoa beans. The presentation was somewhat lacking as we had seen a similar presentation the day prior. However, we made a purchase as we believed it would assist this family. Our next stop was to the cigar factory. This was my fiancé's favorite!! Thye presented us with complimentary cigars (many flavors to select from). We then went updating where they gave us a lesson on the process of making cigars. They then allowed us to sit and roll a cigar. We then went to their gify shop to taste Dominican candy and Mama Juana. I found the prices of many of the souvenirs to be affordable and much less expensive than the resort. Our next stop was to the church. My only complaint is that they charge $ 1 USD for adults to enter. I feel like asking for a donation would go over much better and would not be a problem for most. Our guide did offer to pay the fee for our group, but we all declined. We then headed to a restaurant. Here, we were able to order anything off of the menu at no cost to us (we were all unsure if it would be at our expense but was advised that it was included). This was a great surprise as usually when an excursion says lunch is included, it is never to this magnitude. The food took forever to come out (my only complaint). This is where the photographer sits after your lunch is completed and goes over the pictures and video that she captured during your journey. The cost was $60 USD for everything. Our last stop was to the market to experience their cure and do some shopping. Whilst this was a good experience, we all agreed that we could have just gone back to our hotels after lunch. All in all, it was a great experience, and I would definitely do it again!!
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Denise_h
May 1, 2024
Half day Punta Cana tour - The best part of this experience is going to the locals home to see how they survive on DR due to plantation. We saw one of the biggest church on the island so a bit of history there. Making of tobacco was also good. The only disappointment was not travelling in the truck as advertised. So be well aware with this company if you book the tour through them.
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