Punta Cana  - Airport

 

The Punta Cana International Airport is 10 to 45 minutes away from the respective hotels of this region.

Anybody who thinks that landing in Punta Cana is just like any other ordinary airport is mistake. The first glance at the main building reveals that staying in the Dominican Republic is a very special experience.

 

The roof of the airport is made from dried palm leaves with a strong sturdy backbone of wood and stone columns. The whole complex has a feeling of airy lightness. If you are lucky local musicians will provide you with a warm welcome immediately after your arrival. Even the baggage claim and immigration take place in an open environment. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Transport

 

Although the local streets appear like a labyrinth, they have their own logic. They generally leads north to Uvero Alto / Macao; in the center of the hotel zone to Arena Gorda, Bávaro, El CORTECITO and Cabeza de Toro and south to Punta Cana / Cap Cana.
 
The Boulevard Express significantly reduced the journey time from the airport to most hotels. An express bus runs several times daily from Punta Cana to Santo Domingo. There are buses to La Romana, with a stopover in Higuey.
 
TIP: There are many international car rental companies at the airport. If your group includes two or more people it is worth it to rent a car.

 

You are independent and can reach all destinations on the island in less time.

Often the car rental companies also have discount, so compare!

Renting a car will also make the trip to the North Coast very interesting.
 

Since the flights to Punta Cana are a lot cheaper than Puerto Plata.
 
A price comparison is worthwhile, even though it might take up to five hours to arrive at your destination.

 

There are also car rental companies that send a driver with car and pick you up.
 
TIP: For example, as Easy Rider from Cabarete. They do it for $ 250 one
route and you also go back for $ 250. This price makes it worth it for two or more people.  

 

 

EASY RIDER

 

Cabarete                                                  

Tel.:  809 - 571 - 9798

mail@easyrider-cabarete.com

 

!!!!!! So now calculate fast!!!!!!!

 
>>> Gasoline cost for a small car for 2 persons approx. 4000 pesos

The toll  from Punta Cana airport to the north coast is about 1500 pesos.

A small car costs about 2400 pesos per day, plus fuel about 4000 pesos plus 1500 pesos toll = 7900 pesos for a route. That’s in Euros  about 140 Euros. For two people makes the per capita 70 Euros. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

TIP: You can also go by public transport. There are buses to Santo Domingo. From there to the north coast with Metro or Caribe Tour. This costs about 900 pesos = 16 Euro. But you have to expect that you have to stay one night. Depending on when the machines arrive. After 18:00pm no more buses. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The beaches of Punta Cana

 

Punta Cana is known around the world for its endless beaches, upscale hotels, romantic settings, and amazing golf courses.
 
The beaches of the east coast of the Dominican Republic in the province of Altagracia are referred to the best beaches in the world by many who have visited them.

 

On the coast of the confluence of the Atlantic and Caribbean, the beaches are the main attraction.
 
The turquoise water and the contrasting white sand beaches in the east of the island left such an impression that their reputation spread quickly and makes the destination one of the most popular in the Caribbean.
 
From the main road you will find the public beaches: Cabeza de Toro, Bavaro, El Cortecito, Uvero Alto and Macao. With a few exceptions, there are no restrictions from the hotel for visitors to walk from one hotel to another via the beach, even if this is frequently interrupted by sections without any tourism projects.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Punta Cana

 

Punta Cana, here began the development of tourism on the east coast.  
 
White sandy beaches with calm waters protected by an eight-kilometer-long coral reef, which runs parallel to the coast.
  
Here are the hotels: Club Med, and Puntacana Hotel Tortuga Bay and several real estate projects. A highlight is diving in the Acuario and kitesurfing at Playa Blanca.
 
The nearest major town is Higuey (50 km). The most important historical site in Higuey is the pilgrimage church, the Basilica de Nuestra Senora de la Altagracia, where the famous painting of the Virgen de la Altagracia is exhibited. During a visit of the daily market you experience the Caribbean fireworks to odors and colors.

Punta Cana, hier begann die touristische Entwicklung an der Ostküste.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Excursions

Along the east coast in the hotels right on the beach can you book one different excursions:

Catamaran - rides, boat cruises with dancing, speedboats in the style of James Bond, flying boats, boat rides in the sunset or dinner, jet ski rentals, parasailing, glass bottom boat to the underwater world watching, deep sea fishing, diving, snorkeling, among other things.


Also, there are taxi boats along the coast, which drive guests from one to the other hotel.

In addition, guests can rent banana boats, kayaks, windsurfing equipment and sailboats or play beach volleyball.

The helicopter tour offers a privileged view of the entire coast. 

 

 

Snorkeling

 

Popular snorkeling spots are El Acuario, to the east of Club Med and the coral reef off the beach El CORTECITO. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Manatí Park

Ctra. Manatí, s/n, Bávaro/Higüey
Tel.:1- 809 - 221 94 44 / 552 61 00

Opening hours:

every day 9:00am - 6:00pm
manatipark@manatipark.com

www.manatipark.com

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

This theme park offers on an area of ​​130,000 square meters of tropical birds and reptile shows, parrots and horse shows and in the Dolphin Iceland at Bávaro beach, you have the opportunity to swim with dolphins in the sea. 

 

For Families

 

The hotels in this region are preferred by families because of their facilities, which is always improving.
 
Many hotels have special children's areas, such as mini-clubs, or the circus training at the Barceló Punta Cana and Club Med, the theme park of the Flintstones at Meliá Caribe Tropical or the Explorer Club at Dreams Palm Beach, etc.
 
The Ocean Blue and Now Larimar Punta Cana have bowling alleys in their hotels and other activities for young people.

 

 

Some hotels offer guests from other resort day passes that they are allowed to use their facilities.

 

 

Wellness

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Golf                                                                        

 

 

La Cana Golf Course

 

Punta Cana, La Altagracia

Tel.: 809 959-2262

Opening 2000 • 18 holes Par 72.

Designed by  P.B. Dye.

14 holes with sea views and with four additional on the seafront

www.golfpuntacana.com

 

Los Corales Golfp Course

 

Punta Cana, La Altagracia

Tel.:  809 959 2262

Opening: 2009. 18 Loch Par 72.

Puntacana Golf Academy.

Designed by Tom Fazio.

www.golfpuntacana.com

 

 

 

Ecological Reserve Punta Cana

This reserve and scientific research center has a wide variety of tropical flora and fauna and is located in the hotel complex Punta Cana Resort & Club; but it is also open to the public for all those who has the reservations for a guided tour.
 
The paths meander through a ranch, a tropical forest with lagoons and large gardens where visitors can see exotic plants and fruit trees.
 
Learn more about the process of composting and beekeeping.
 
The reserve is only 10 minutes from the Punta Cana International Airport. Segway Eco Tours offers guided tours through the project and to nearby beaches.