Things to do & places to visit in Samana Province, Dominican Republic

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Samana Province #4 destination in Dominican Republic 2023. The average rating score is 4.37 based on 9.930 traveler reviews, of 30 attractions. Timezone: America/Santo_Domingo, current date and time: Friday, May 10, 2024, 13:40.

Top things to do (11)

Top places to visit (30 attractions) view more »

5.0 Punta Bonita (36 reviews)
- Beautiful!! Worth the walk!
Spent 1-2 hours Beaches

Low tide, you can walk about 60 mts out with the water up to your waist. Good place to snorkel and chill. See more..
5.0 Rubio Dance With Metamovements - Bachata and Salsa Lessons etc. (13 reviews)
- All styles of Latin dance, specializing in Dominican!!
Sports Camps & Clinics

Fun private or group lessons in bachata, merngue and salsa Hi! My name is Noeli. I'm a team member of professional dancers who dance at events and festivals around the world. I'm dancing professionally and teaching the styles: bachata, salsa and merengue. Contact me to schedule a lesson! I'm covid-19 vaccinated See more..
5.0 Playa Ermitano (10 reviews)
- Loved it!!! One of the beautiful in the DR
Spent More than 3 hours Beaches

Definitely choose this beach! It is just amazing and most importantly; not commercialized! There were about 30 people on shore... We went on a boat with a local fisherman, who was supper nice. See more..
4.5 Things to Do in Samana Province (1.339 reviews)
- Post-card Perfect Beach! Go left at the entrance and have it all to yourself.
Beaches

Take it from a beach snob (I grew up on Cape Cod), this is one beautiful beach/bay. With swaying palms and turquoise waters, it looks like a Caribbean post card. From our rented villa, it was an easy drive. If you go right from the entrance, you'll be with all the other tourists, but that's the way to go if you want a chair. We went left towards Cano Frio, and practically had the beach to ourselves. The one draw-back is that there is some trash by the road, but not where you sit or swim. The restaurant all the way to the right serves good food, but, environmentalists beware, they do serve parrot fish. Though delicious, these fish are the cleaners of the reefs and vital for their health. Due to overfishing of parrot fish, Dominican reefs are in decline. Do eat local to support the economy, but also put your tourist dollars to work by requesting that you not be served parrot fish. See more..
4.5 Playa Bonita (1.170 reviews)
- Playa Bonita is a must visit
Beaches

As you might expect a lot of the ocean front properties are for rental properties, but that doesn’t mean you’re regulated to a small section of the beach. A lot of hotels double as restaurants with lounge chairs for people passing by or looking for a good meal. I have a family of five with the youngest being 6. The waves were calm (this changes during high tide) and there’s plenty of sea animals to keep you interested in snorkeling most of the day. The best way we found to avoid high cost is by parking in a parking lot a few blocks away from the beach. The security guards at resorts will guide you towards them of your not guest of the hotel. See more..
4.5 Things to Do in Samana Province (953 reviews)
- A beautiful and unspoiled park
Friday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent More than 3 hours National Parks

We took a taxi and motoconchos to and from this park, staying over several night at Paraiso Caño Hondo and taking advantage of their day trips. Both the kayaking and the boat rides through the mangroves revealed many birds as well as the interesting flora. My family took the short hikes in to see the Taino caves. Altogether a beautiful place. See more..
4.5 Playa El Portillo (896 reviews)
- simply paradise!
Marinas

Playa El Portillo is one of the most pristine beaches I’ve seen on my many Caribbean travels. It is gorgeous palm forest with white sands, calm and clear waters and plenty of water sports such as kite surfing, and other activities. The beach is long and wonderful for those who enjoy walking; it is very scenic and picturesque with many unique photo-op opportunities. Unlike Punta Cana, there aren’t very many resorts along the shore. The beach is protected by the barrier reef making it calm and enjoyable for swimming. Although there is quite a bit of reef and coral, there are nice sandy areas for swimming. Snorkelling is awesome so bring your mask and fins and enjoy the sights and marine life. See more..
4.5 La Playita Beach (702 reviews)
- Horseback riding
Friday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Beaches

La Playita Beach in Las Galeras. Famous white sand beach and cristal clear waters located only 2 kilometers from downtown Las Galeras in Dominican Republic. Snorkeling equipment rental, Massages on the beach, and Volleyball court. La Playita Beach Restaurant & Bar serving fresh seafood ; Langosta, Shrimp, and Fish of the day ! See more..
4.5 Playa Las Ballenas (430 reviews)
- Gentle sloping beach that is sheltered from the wind.
Beaches

This beautiful beach extends 1.8 km west from our Costarena Beach Hotel ending at a long jagged coral wall. While the beaches to our east are hammered with wind and water currents, this beach seems tranquil and pointed away from the wind with little signs of erosion. Its also shaded in many place with the high coconut palms, kept reasonably clean and nearly a perfect place to sun bathe. Being toward the end of the beach road, the traffic is much less than the other beaches and makes a nice walk. Private homes and condo complexes make up the interior. See more..
4.5 Playa Moron (324 reviews)
- Romantica!
Beaches

In the last 5 years I have seen quite a few beaches in the Caribbean and this one is a tie for 1st with Isla Saona. Both are amazing for two totally separate reasons. We went after the hurricane and most of the beaches were murky. This one was not and that may have been the reason we were the only people there. One other couple was off in the distance and a local, cooking in the entrance. The peace is immaculate and pristine. Waters are beautiful and calm for the most part. This a mountainous area so you feel very secluded and private as this provides a natural barrier. The view is amazing. The area we parked at had a couple of huge estates that were built into the mountainside and over hang the edge of the terrain. There is also a smaller land mass that sits in the horizon and adds to the visage. The thing I love best is it is away from the "tourist" world that most of the Dominican Republic is known for. See more..
4.5 Playa Punta Popy (289 reviews)
- Paradise!!!!
Beaches

They say Barahona is the best beach in DR and they couldn’t be more wrong (total disappointment). The beaches in Las Terrenas have beautiful water, soft current, clear water and fine sand. It’s just beautiful! Full of palm trees everywhere to provide enough shade. It’s simply beautiful and worth the drive! Will definitely be back. See more..
4.5 Playa Madama (245 reviews)
- Great walk - Great beach
Points of Interest & Landmarks

The magic of going to this place is by walking or by horse. You can also get there by boat which is faster and safer if you're alone. Clean and clear air. Nature. And a beautiful beach! Once you get there, there is a cave and a crystal clear water in which you can snorkel and look at colourful fishes swimming around you. Very often there are fishermen with little wooden boats. When you're there, circle the place on both sides, climbing on the rocks around it. View is spectacular! Defenatly recommend it! See more..
4.5 Playa Coson (225 reviews)
- Beautiful beach and great catch of the day meal.
Spent 2-3 hours Beaches

Visited in early January.It took a 15 minutes drive from Portillo where we were staying.It is a public beach.First task was to get a table at restaurant Luis and then head to select the fishes we were going to degust.Waiter comes and ordered drinks and more seafood from what was available that day.Headed to the ocean,sandy bottom,moderate waves and a beautiful experience.Dont expect fast service but who cares when you are having a great time.The grilled fish was excellent. See more..
4.5 Playa Fronton (208 reviews)
- Amazing beach
Spent 1-2 hours Beaches

Very private, hard to reach but you go there by a small boat and the view when you arrive is hard to describe with words. The beach has got the privilege to be on the movies of Pirates of the Caribbean which just says something about the quality of this beach. You can snorkle but watch out for sea urchins, if you step on one it will hurt ☹️ Also look out a bit for sand flees, they are not so fun either. If you are lucky like i was you will maybe be able to see whales from a distance but you have to be in DR between the middle of January til the end of March to have a chance to see them. Amazing beach, amazing experience and memories i will carry for the rest of my life See more..
4.5 Playa El Valle (182 reviews)
- Sometimes the end of the road os worthwhile
Beaches

We were actually looking for what an old tour link had said was a coffee plantation that offered tours. Needless to say it no longer existed but in our journey of trying to find out where we were, we got referred to an Eco-hotel where we found someone who spoke English. Turns out we were only about 0.5 kms from the ocean at that point and didn't know it. Well worth the drive, although the 1st time we were there the surf was crazy and no one was swimming. The week after was only slightly milder and many were in enjoying the waves See more..
4.5 Tainopark (112 reviews)
- Unvarnished history
History Museums

Tainopark is the biggest historic park in the Caribean. A huge reproduction of the Tainos's life and the confrontation with the spanish conquerors. An incredible scenographia with figures in Fiber glass at the real scale. A trip in the past of more one hour. You seems to be in a movie of these time. Culture and attraction for a unique concept of thematic park.The Tour is one hour and 6 language are available with audio guide (Eng, Span, Ital, French, Germ, Russian) See more..
4.5 Parada La Manzana (107 reviews)
- Great local business
Friday: 8:30 AM - 4:00 AM Spent 2-3 hours Waterfalls

Great local business! We felt more comfortable going to El Limon with a local business than with someone standing on the street. We were welcomed by Salvador who was bilingual and friendly. Our guides were local teenagers who stayed with us the whole time guiding the horse. Without the horse it would be a very difficult hike and wouldn’t recommend it. The cost was $30 US per person and that includes the horse, the guide and lunch. It takes about 30 minutes each way to the falls. El Limon is beautiful, a must see! You won’t be disappointed! See more..
4.5 Marina Puerto Bahia (23 reviews)
- The place to be in Samana
Spent More than 3 hours Marinas

Imagine a place in the Caribbean surrounded by a contrast between the mountains, the sea, and a beautiful marina in Dominican Republic, bringing to life the perfect harmony between natural beauty and human creativity. A place where summer lasts all year long and every day begins with a new experience; exploring incredible destinations, enjoying a safe and familiar environment. Well, stop imagining, that’s Puerto Bahia. Puerto Bahia is also a full service marina in the north end of Samana Bay, in Dominican Republic. Samana is widely known as the top cruising ground of the Dominican Republic. Located in Samana, Dominican Republic, Puerto Bahia offers the highest standard in commodity and luxury whether it’s in its exclusive Bannister Hotel or in any of its many residences; apartments, villas and townhouses. See more..
4.5 Epona Ranch (19 reviews)
- If you love horses...
Ranches

Located just outside of Las Terrenas with its beaches, among the most beautiful in all Dominican Republic, Epona Ranch Foundation is a haven of peace where mutual respect between horse and man reign.Our horses live happily and are free to roam the 24 acres of rolling hills, luxuriant vegetation and fresh lagoons.Epona Ranch is also the ideal starting point for discovering the hidden treasures of Samana Peninsula and Las Terrenas, in particular. See more..
4.5 Playa de las Canas (10 reviews)
- Soft Sand Lush landscape
Spent 2-3 hours Beaches

Playa Las Canas was a great surprise. The beach is long providing lots of open space and crystal clear waters for private swimming. See more..
4.5 Cabo Cabron (8 reviews)
- Remote Cabo Cabron
Bodies of Water

This uninhabited region on the island's northern coast is one of the most remote spots on the island. See more..
4.5 Things to Do in Samana Province (1.339 reviews)
- Post-card Perfect Beach! Go left at the entrance and have it all to yourself.
Beaches

Take it from a beach snob (I grew up on Cape Cod), this is one beautiful beach/bay. With swaying palms and turquoise waters, it looks like a Caribbean post card. From our rented villa, it was an easy drive. If you go right from the entrance, you'll be with all the other tourists, but that's the way to go if you want a chair. We went left towards Cano Frio, and practically had the beach to ourselves. The one draw-back is that there is some trash by the road, but not where you sit or swim. The restaurant all the way to the right serves good food, but, environmentalists beware, they do serve parrot fish. Though delicious, these fish are the cleaners of the reefs and vital for their health. Due to overfishing of parrot fish, Dominican reefs are in decline. Do eat local to support the economy, but also put your tourist dollars to work by requesting that you not be served parrot fish. See more..
4.5 Things to Do in Samana Province (953 reviews)
- A beautiful and unspoiled park
Friday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent More than 3 hours National Parks

We took a taxi and motoconchos to and from this park, staying over several night at Paraiso Caño Hondo and taking advantage of their day trips. Both the kayaking and the boat rides through the mangroves revealed many birds as well as the interesting flora. My family took the short hikes in to see the Taino caves. Altogether a beautiful place. See more..
4.5 La Playita Beach (702 reviews)
- Horseback riding
Friday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Beaches

La Playita Beach in Las Galeras. Famous white sand beach and cristal clear waters located only 2 kilometers from downtown Las Galeras in Dominican Republic. Snorkeling equipment rental, Massages on the beach, and Volleyball court. La Playita Beach Restaurant & Bar serving fresh seafood ; Langosta, Shrimp, and Fish of the day ! See more..
4.5 Playa Las Ballenas (430 reviews)
- Gentle sloping beach that is sheltered from the wind.
Beaches

This beautiful beach extends 1.8 km west from our Costarena Beach Hotel ending at a long jagged coral wall. While the beaches to our east are hammered with wind and water currents, this beach seems tranquil and pointed away from the wind with little signs of erosion. Its also shaded in many place with the high coconut palms, kept reasonably clean and nearly a perfect place to sun bathe. Being toward the end of the beach road, the traffic is much less than the other beaches and makes a nice walk. Private homes and condo complexes make up the interior. See more..
4.5 Playa Moron (324 reviews)
- Romantica!
Beaches

In the last 5 years I have seen quite a few beaches in the Caribbean and this one is a tie for 1st with Isla Saona. Both are amazing for two totally separate reasons. We went after the hurricane and most of the beaches were murky. This one was not and that may have been the reason we were the only people there. One other couple was off in the distance and a local, cooking in the entrance. The peace is immaculate and pristine. Waters are beautiful and calm for the most part. This a mountainous area so you feel very secluded and private as this provides a natural barrier. The view is amazing. The area we parked at had a couple of huge estates that were built into the mountainside and over hang the edge of the terrain. There is also a smaller land mass that sits in the horizon and adds to the visage. The thing I love best is it is away from the "tourist" world that most of the Dominican Republic is known for. See more..
4.5 Playa Punta Popy (289 reviews)
- Paradise!!!!
Beaches

They say Barahona is the best beach in DR and they couldn’t be more wrong (total disappointment). The beaches in Las Terrenas have beautiful water, soft current, clear water and fine sand. It’s just beautiful! Full of palm trees everywhere to provide enough shade. It’s simply beautiful and worth the drive! Will definitely be back. See more..
4.5 Playa Madama (245 reviews)
- Great walk - Great beach
Points of Interest & Landmarks

The magic of going to this place is by walking or by horse. You can also get there by boat which is faster and safer if you're alone. Clean and clear air. Nature. And a beautiful beach! Once you get there, there is a cave and a crystal clear water in which you can snorkel and look at colourful fishes swimming around you. Very often there are fishermen with little wooden boats. When you're there, circle the place on both sides, climbing on the rocks around it. View is spectacular! Defenatly recommend it! See more..
4.5 Playa Coson (225 reviews)
- Beautiful beach and great catch of the day meal.
Spent 2-3 hours Beaches

Visited in early January.It took a 15 minutes drive from Portillo where we were staying.It is a public beach.First task was to get a table at restaurant Luis and then head to select the fishes we were going to degust.Waiter comes and ordered drinks and more seafood from what was available that day.Headed to the ocean,sandy bottom,moderate waves and a beautiful experience.Dont expect fast service but who cares when you are having a great time.The grilled fish was excellent. See more..
4.5 Playa Fronton (208 reviews)
- Amazing beach
Spent 1-2 hours Beaches

Very private, hard to reach but you go there by a small boat and the view when you arrive is hard to describe with words. The beach has got the privilege to be on the movies of Pirates of the Caribbean which just says something about the quality of this beach. You can snorkle but watch out for sea urchins, if you step on one it will hurt ☹️ Also look out a bit for sand flees, they are not so fun either. If you are lucky like i was you will maybe be able to see whales from a distance but you have to be in DR between the middle of January til the end of March to have a chance to see them. Amazing beach, amazing experience and memories i will carry for the rest of my life See more..

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