Cigar, Coffee and Mofongo Tour in Dominican Republic

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(3 reviews)
Dominican Republic

5 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

Discover the heart of Dominican culture on this unique community-based tour. Journey into the vibrant countryside, where you'll visit a traditional rural home and meet local hosts who will share their expertise in growing and harvesting premium coffee. Enjoy a freshly brewed cup and learn how to make the classic Caribbean dish, ‘Mofongo.’ After a cultural immersion, relax at Chukka’s Ocean Outpost Coconut Cove, a private beach oasis that invites you to unwind amidst tranquil ocean sounds and serene surroundings. This experience not only enriches your understanding of Dominican culture but also supports local communities through sustainable tourism.

- Engage with local hosts and experience traditional coffee making
- Learn about the process of cigar making and try a local sample
- Prepare and enjoy your own authentic Caribbean dish, ‘Mofongo’
- Relax at Chukka’s Ocean Outpost Coconut Cove
- Support sustainable tourism and local communities

What's Included

Guided tour through Dominican Countryside
Visit to Typical Dominican Rural Home
Local souvenirs available at the Gift Shop
Fresh Local Coffee preparation demonstration and tasting
Interactive Mofongo preparation and tasting
Complimentary private round trip hotel transfer within the Puerto Plata region
Indulge in a selection of non-motorized watersports
Cigar rolling demonstration and sampling
Access to Puerto Plata's only seaside nature adventure park
Many chill-out and leisure areas, great for picture taking!
PAYING IT FORWARD: For every guest on tour $2 US Dollars will be invested back into the community.
Enjoy free entry to our Private Beach
Photos and souvenirs available for sale
Locker Usage Rental US $10 (payable on site)
Food and beverage available for sale
Footwear Rental
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

ARRIVAL TIME
Please note the time selected during checkout is your arrival time, not the hotel pickup time. Hotel pickups commence approximately 45 - 90 minutes prior to this time depending on the hotel location.

HOTEL PICKUP
The hotel pickup time will vary based on distance. Our reservations team will reach out to the guest to advise on their specific hotel pickup time. Please make sure to check your email for this information. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to us.

Should guest(s) not need transportation, they can head directly to the tour location for the specified arrival time.

CRUISE PASSENGERS
We do not accept bookings from cruise passengers, and as such will not provide provide transportation from the port. We encourage cruise passengers to book this tour through their shore excursions desk on board.

Itinerary

Duration: 5 hours (approximately)
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    Connect with the heart of Dominican culture on this immersive community-based tour. Experience the vibrant countryside, rich coffee culture, and relaxing beach atmosphere of the Dominican Republic. Begin your journey into "deep country" to visit a typical Dominican rural home, where our friendly local hosts will greet you and share their traditional methods for growing and harvesting some of the world's finest coffee. Savor a freshly brewed cup and learn to prepare the classic Caribbean dish, ‘Mofongo.’ Then, unwind at Chukka’s Ocean Outpost Coconut Cove, a private oasis where the soothing sounds of the ocean and the serene beach surroundings will rejuvenate your spirit. This tour offers a unique cultural experience while directly supporting local communities and promoting sustainable tourism. For every guest on tour $2 US Dollars will be invested back into the community.

    1 hour Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Tour is not wheelchair accessible
  • The ride to the location is bumpy and as such this tour is not recommended for pregnant women or persons with back and/or neck injuries
Supplied by Chukka Ocean Outpost at Coconut Cove

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Cancellation Policy

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

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