Tour Unknown Southwest Boutique Style | Visit Dominican Republic

Transport

- Car rental with unlimited kilometers and full insurance (Pick up in the morning of day 1 in the city of Santo Domingo; drop off day 5 (time as desired) in the city of Santo Domingo)

Accommodation

- All overnight accommodations at hotels mentioned in the program (4 nights)

Meals

- All meals mentioned in the itinerary as “Meals included”

Others

- Personal welcome briefing in our office with your personal travel expert, incl. a fresh tropical fruit juice and an extensive information session about your upcoming trip - Amenity-kit from Dominican Expert, incl. map, country information, mosquito repellent, adapter, local samples and more Local SIM-Card with unlimited free calls to Dominican Expert - Boat excursion to Bahia de Las Aguilas - Guided tour to the Larimar Mine in a 4×4 vehicle

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Day 1 Day 1: Santo Domingo - Paraíso
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Santo Domingo - Paraíso

In the morning, we will welcome you at our office in the Colonial Zone in Santo Domingo, where you enjoy a fresh fruit cocktail, a briefing about the country and your trip and all the support DOMINICAN EXPERT has to offer you. You will then pick-up your rental car and head west. Soon you will be passing sugar cane

fields followed by the incredible natural landscape of rough and barren mountains of the

southwest side of the island.

After the town of Barahona you are following a breathtaking coastal road. You will drive past

beautiful scenic overlooks with views of the coastline and the Caribbean Sea. When you arrive at

the small fishing village Paraiso, you can have a relaxing evening at your hotel or go to “Los Patos”

where a spring entwines with the sea to enjoy drinking a cold beer in sunset atmosphere.

Driving time: 4 hours

Accommodation: Hotel Piratas Del Caribe***, Junior Suite
Day 2 Day 2: Visit The Only Larimar Mine In The World
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Visit The Only Larimar Mine In The World

The Dominican Republic is the only country in the world where the precious, rare blue stone Larimar is found. During a guided tour, you will explore the mining area and witness the extraction of raw larimar stones. Afterwards, you can visit the local larimar workshops along the main highway in Bahoruco, where you can select a piece of larimar and observe the cutting and polishing process. After this amazing experience at the mine, you can head to the spectacular beach of San Rafael where you can spend some free time on the beach and the small waterfalls right on the coast and have a typical Dominican style seafood lunch.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Hotel Piratas del Caribe***, Standard Room (Junior Suite for triple occupancy)
Day 3 Day 3: Laguna Oviedo – Cabo Rojo
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Laguna Oviedo – Cabo Rojo

After breakfast, you will travel southwards along the impressive coastal road approaching Oviedo, right on the edge of the Jaragua National Park. Here you will find an imposing lagoon of both fresh and salt water. Once here, you will be able to take a boat to watch the flamingos and other species of birds. Afterwards, drive to your accommodation for tonight, a unique glamping hotel consisting of tents and outdoor suites located on the white sand of the beautiful and pristine beach of Cabo Rojo in Pedernales with nothing else around. Enjoy being in one of the most remotest areas of the Dominican Republic and have a look at the millions of stars at night while listening to the gentle crushing of the waves.

Driving time: 3 hours

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Glamping Adventure on a pristine beach, Beach Camping Tent
Day 4 Day 4: Bahía De Las Águilas (Eagle Bay)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Bahía De Las Águilas (Eagle Bay)

After breakfast, you will go on a tour to explore the beach called “Bahia de las Aguilas” (Eagle bay), a true paradise with its white sand and turquoise waters. This beach is considered one of the most beautiful beaches in the world. Allow yourself time to enjoy the crystal clear water with its colorful tropical fishes, you may even find a starfish. At the end of the day you will go back to your Glamping accommodation. Here you can enjoy a relaxed evening accompanied with the sounds of the Caribbean Sea and a fresh fish dinner in the restaurant.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Glamping Adventure on a pristine beach, Beach Camping Ten
Day 5 Day 5: The Dunes Of Baní – Las Salinas – Santo Domingo
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: The Dunes Of Baní – Las Salinas – Santo Domingo

On the way back to Santo Domingo we recommend that you take a short diversion to the town of Bani towards “Las Dunas de Bani” (the Dunes of Bani). The Dunes constitute the largest desert of the Caribbean and totally contrast with the rest of the Dominican Republic. These Dunes are huge sand formations caused by the action of the winds and the marine currents which favor sedimentation. Since 1996 this has been a protected area so there is an official entry point, but you can also park on the street and walk through the dunes to the ocean (Closed shoes recommended!). At Caldera Bay behind the Dunes, you will find the Salt Mine of “Puerto Hermoso”, where the salt is still extracted from the various salt basins exactly as it was done 100 years ago. Unique photos are guaranteed! In the afternoon you will continue your way back to Santo Domingo where you will drop-off your rental car and continue your holidays.

Driving time: 6 hours

Meals: Breakfast

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Itinerary of your trip Unknown Southwest Boutique Style

Day 1: Santo Domingo - Paraíso

Day 2: Visit The Only Larimar Mine In The World

Day 3: Laguna Oviedo – Cabo Rojo

Day 4: Bahía De Las Águilas (Eagle Bay)

Day 5: The Dunes Of Baní – Las Salinas – Santo Domingo

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