Half Day Safari and Cultural City Tour from Punta Cana

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4 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 2 more

Escape the resort and experience the real Dominican Republic on this half-day cultural safari from Punta Cana.

Ride in a classic open safari truck through small local communities, where you’ll see how Dominican families live, work, and celebrate everyday life. Along the way, you’ll visit a traditional home to see how coffee and cocoa are made, and even try your hand at rolling a cigar using freshly cured tobacco leaves.

The guide will share stories about Dominican culture, rural traditions, and daily life—giving you a deeper understanding of the country beyond the beaches.

You’ll also have time to taste fresh tropical fruits, enjoy the countryside scenery, and take amazing photos of the real island life.

This is a relaxed, educational, and family-friendly tour that connects you to the people and flavors of the DR—perfect if you're looking to go beyond the resort bubble.

What's Included

Bottled water throughout the tour
Sugar cane plantation visit and tasting
Cigar rolling experience with Dominican tobacco
Professional local guide
Fresh fruit and coffee tasting
Coffee and cacao plantation walkthrough
Local rum, Coca-Cola, Sprite, and Mamajuana
Visit to a Dominican home
Round-trip transportation in an open-air safari truck
Guided walk through the Higüey local market
Visit to the Basílica de Higüey
Professional photos or media packages
Tips for the guide, driver, or crew
Towels (bring your own if stopping at the beach)
Souvenirs or local products (available for purchase)

Meeting and pickup

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

Pick-up is included from most hotels and resorts in the Bávaro–Punta Cana area. For the Cap Cana area, you must request an access pass so we can enter the property. Transportation is not included for same-day bookings or for accommodations located in the Friusa or Verón areas — guests in these cases must arrive at the meeting point on their own. The night before your tour, you will receive a confirmation with the exact pick-up time and whether it will be at your hotel Lobby or Security Gate. In most hotels, pick-ups are done at the Security Gate unless you request and obtain a special access pass for us to reach the Lobby. Pick-ups start within a 1 hour window before the tour begins. Please be ready at the confirmed location 5 minutes before your scheduled pick-up time. Our driver will take a photo of the Lobby or Gate upon arrival. If you’re not present within 10 minutes, it will be considered a no-show. No-shows are non-refundable. To secure same-day transportation, please contact.

Itinerary

Duration: 4 hours (approximately)
  • Punta Cana (Pass by)

    Pickup at your hotel or meeting point The experience begins with pickup in an open-air safari truck, perfect for enjoying the Dominican countryside as you head toward Higuey.

    Admission ticket free
  • 1
    Macao

    Visit to a Dominican Tobacco Shop Guests will visit a local tobacco store, a popular stop for both visitors and locals. You'll have the chance to roll your own cigar using native Dominican tobacco and learn about the traditional process.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Sugar Cane Plantation (La Otra Banda) At a sugar cane plantation near La Otra Banda, your guide will explain the history and significance of sugar cane in the Dominican Republic. Guests will also have the opportunity to taste freshly cut sugar cane.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Basílica de Higüey We continue to the Basílica Catedral Nuestra Señora de la Altagracia, one of the most important religious monuments in the Caribbean. Your guide will explain the story of the Virgin of Altagracia, and you'll have the chance to enter and see the famous painting revered by Dominicans.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Higuey

    Local Market Walk – Higüey Explore the bustling local market of Higüey on foot. Discover a variety of fresh fruits, vegetables, and local spices while learning about the food culture and daily commerce in this vibrant provincial capital.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Higuey

    Dominican home. Learn how coffee, cacao, chocolate, and coconut oil are produced using natural methods. Walk through a small cacao plantation and enjoy tastings of fresh chocolate and coffee made on-site.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Canelo Tours

Tags

Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Safaris
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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