Excursions

Excursions

Super Saona & Sunset Party

The one and only, mesmerizing complete Saona experience package with the unforgettable Sunset party on the catamaran!

We begin our journey right off the hotel pier with a speedboat. We zip through the Caribbean along the East coast of the Dominican Republic and explore the picturesque National park “Parque Nacional Cotubanamá”.

Our first stop is the beautiful Palmilla, a natural swimming pool. We serve the drinks to our clients as they enjoy the turquoise waters of the Caribbean. A perfect occasion for some exceptionally beautiful photos!

Afterwards we head to the majestic remote beach “Canto de la Playa”, the crown jewel of the Dominican Republic. Our clients are served with fresh pineapples filled with juice and, if desired, a shot of rum.

Next, we visit the only established community on the island, the “Mano Juan” village with its enchanting little houses, fishing boats and small shops offering local production.

Our last stop on the island is the miraculous private Viva Saona beach with its white sand and slowly swaying palm trees. The beach provides bathrooms, a shower, sunbeds, an open bar, Latin music and our guests spend their time as they choose – sunbathing, swimming in the crystal clear waters of the Caribbean, playing volleyball, dancing, whatever their hearts desire!

For lunch we offer a buffet that includes pasta with a lobster sauce, fresh vegetables, rice, meat and poultry, etc.

At 4pm we head back to the hotel by a catamaran.  Our guests relax, sing and dance to the enchanting Latin vibes as we slowly sail along the coastline and wait for the magical moment of sunset which we celebrate with a glass of sparkling wine.

(If the climatic conditions allow it)

Adventure Details

Schedule: 8h00 Monday, 8h00 Tuesday, 8h00 Wednesday, 8h00 Thursday, 8h00 Friday,

Start Time: 8h00

Price: US$ 89 (Adults) US$ 45 (Children)

Includes: Natural swimming pool, Canto de la Playa, Mano Juan, Viva Saona Beach

What to bring: Towel, swimsuit, sunscreen, repellent

What to wear: Beachwear, sandals, sun hat and sunglasses

Suitable for: All the family - children age 3 years and above.

Saona Total

¡Incomparable complete package to discover the beautiful beaches of Saona Island!

We take a speedboat down the coast of the national park to the east directly from the dock of our resort.

The first stop is Palmilla.  It is also known as a natural swimming pool because of the crystal clear water. Herr you can swim, take beautiful photos or drink a glass of Dominican rum.

We continue with the beautiful Canto de la Playa, where you will be welcomed with fresh fruits.  Then we visit the charming village of Mano Juan, the only populated place on the island. This has a beautiful landscape on the shore of the beach, where you can also visit a small market with local handicrafts.

Then we continue the tour when we arrive at the exclusive beach of “Viva Saona” with white sand and turquoise water.  At lunchtime you have a buffet with different types of meat, pasta, salads and much more.  You can also enjoy the open bar.  On the beach you can relax, sunbathe, enjoy the sea and music or take photos in the beautiful Caribbean landscape.

In the afternoon we will return with a Motomarán until we reach our Viva Wyndham Dominicus Beach.

Adventure Details

Schedule: 8h00 to 16h30 Monday, 8h00 to 16h30 Tuesday, 8h00 to 16h30 Wednesday, 8h00 to 16h30 Thursday, 8h00 to 16h30 Friday,

Start Time: 8h00

Return Time: 16h30

Price: US$ 69 (Adults) US$ 35 (Children)

Includes: Natural swimming pool, Canto de la Playa, Mano Juan, Viva Saona Beach

What to bring: Towel, swimsuit, sunscreen, repellent

What to wear: Beachwear, sandals, sun hat and sunglasses

Suitable for: All the family - children age 3 years and above.

Saona Combinada

Enjoy the slow sailing with our catamaran, zip through the Caribbean waters with a speedboat and discover the mesmerizing Saona island!

We begin our journey right off the hotel pier with our catamaran or speed boat. We sail along the East coast of the Dominican Republic and explore the picturesque National park “Parque Nacional Cotubanamá” with its gently swaying palm trees.

We offer you on open bar with rum and soft drinks as you enjoy the exotic Latin music vibes.

Our first stop is the beautiful Palmilla, a natural swimming pool. We serve the drinks to our clients as they enjoy the crystal clear waters of the Caribbean. A perfect occasion for some exceptionally beautiful photos!

Afterwards we head to the island of Saona. A short walk through the local palm forest takes us straight to the exclusively beautiful private Viva Saona beach. The beach provides bathrooms, a shower, sunbeds, an open bar, Latin music and our guests spend their time as they choose – sunbathing, swimming in the turquoise waters of the Caribbean, playing volleyball, dancing, whatever their hearts desire!

For lunch we offer a buffet that includes pasta with a lobster sauce, fresh vegetables, rice, meat and poultry, etc.

At 4:30pm we return to the hotel

Adventure Details

Schedule: 8h20 to 16h30 Monday, 8h20 to 16h30 Tuesday, 8h20 to 16h30 Wednesday, 8h20 to 16h30 Thursday, 8h20 to 16h30 Friday, 8h20 to 16h30 Saturday,

Start Time: 8h20

Return Time: 16h30

Price: US$ 50 (Adults) US$ 25 (Children)

Includes: Buffet, beverages, rum. Entrance fee to Parque Nacional del Este National Park not included (US$ 5.00 per person).

What to bring: Towel, swimsuit, sunscreen, repellent

What to wear: Beachwear, sandals, sun hat and sunglasses

Suitable for: All the family - children age 4 years and over

Catalina Snorkeling

An incredible tour to discover the fascinating marine world in the coral reefs of Catalina Island!

The tour starts with a speedboat or catamaran from Viva Dock to the reef off Catalina Island to snorkel in the crystal clear water, which has a wide variety of colorful fish and corals. Above from La Pared, you can enjoy an impressive view to the bottom of the sea, which plunges into the depths here. Drinks are included during the whole tour. In the afternoon we return along the coast of La Romana and visit the impressive villas of Casa de Campo from the boat.  Snorkeling equipment is also included.

Time: 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Adventure Details

Schedule: 8h30 - 12h00 Monday, 8h30 - 12h00 Wednesday, 8h30 - 12h00 Friday,

Start Time: 8h30

Return Time: 12h00

Price: US$ 40 (Adults) US$ 20 (Children)

Includes: Snorkeling equipment; Snorkel, mask and fins, as well as water for refreshment.

What to bring: Towel, swimsuit, sunscreen, camera.

What to wear: Beachwear; swimsuit, sandals, sun hat and sunglasses.

Suitable for: All the family - children age 5 years and above

Catalina full day

An incredible tour to discover the fascinating marine world in the coral reefs of Catalina Island!

In addition to driving to the coral reef to snorkel in front of the island, the whole day also includes a walk along the Chavón River, which was used for filming the movies like “Anaconda”, “King Kong” or “Rambo Il”.  Then we drive along the coast of Casa de Campo, with its impressive millionaire villas and the largest marina in the Caribbean. Lunch includes lobster (from July to February) and a variety of drinks and free time to enjoy the island’s beach or snorkel.

Time: 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Adventure Details

Schedule: 8h30 - 16h30 Tuesday, 8h30 - 16h30 Thursday, 8h30 to 16h30 Saturday,

Start Time: 8h30

Return Time: 16h30

Price: US$ 85 (Adults) US$ 43 (Children)

Includes: Snorkeling equipment; Snorkel, mask and fins, as well as water for refreshment. US$5 National park fee entry not included

What to bring: owel, swimsuit, sunscreen, camera.

What to wear: Beachwear; swimsuit, sandals, sun hat and sunglasses.

Suitable for: All the family - children age 5 years and above

Viva Safari

An adventure to discover the culture and the most beautiful landscapes of the eastern region of the Dominican Republic!

We leave the Viva Wyndham Hotel at 8:00 a.m. from the reception in our safari truck.  Accompanied by our experienced tour guides we will visit the most typical places in the Dominican Republic. We start our tour in the Chavón river with a 30-minute raft ride.  We will visit the wonderful village of Altos de Chavón. Then we visit a tobacco factor, where we observe the manufacturing process of one of the most exporting products in the country and then we make a stop at a cocoa factory.

Our tour continues at the sugar cane fields to see the process of cutting and harvesting.  Afterwards you may try the freshly cut product. Then we will enter the city of Higüey to visit the La Altagracia Cathedral which was built by a French architect and inaugurated by Pope John Paul II.  We will also visit the city and pass the central market where you can find a wide range of shops and local products from the country.

Our tour takes us later to a typical ranch in Anamuya, which is located in the middle of the eastern mountains to see the coffee and cocoa plantations. There you can see the process of collecting and manufacturing the product and then you may also taste the end product.

A typical Dominican lunch is available for you in a rural setting to taste the flavors of this country. Our return to the hotel will be around 5:30 p.m.

Adventure Details

Schedule: 8h00 - 17h30 Monday, 8h00 - 17h30 Tuesday, 8h00 - 17h30 Thursday, 8h00 - 17h30 Saturday,

Start Time: 8h00

Return Time: 17h30

Price: US$ 79 (Adults) US$ 40 (Children)

Includes: Local lunch and drinks. Tasting of local products. Insurance, transportation and guide.

What to bring: Camera, sunscreen and extra cash for souvenirs.

What to wear: Comfortable clothing and shoes, sunglasses, bathing suit for Rio Anamuya.

Suitable for: All the family - children age 3 years and above.

Santo Domingo City Tour

An exciting tour of the capital of the Dominican Republic including some of the most popular cultural and historic highlights and shopping time!

We start our trip at the hotel reception and head towards the capital of the Dominican Republic. We will arrive at Los Tres Ojos, a beautiful breath of nature at the entrance of the city with underground caverns, caves, paths and freshwater lagoons or “Ojos” as the Taínos used to call them.

In Santo Domingo, we explore the Ciudad Colonial, or the Colonial City, the most ancient settlement of “The Americas”, declared as the World Heritage site by UNESCO in 1990. We explore a number of impressive historic monuments dating back to the 16th century, such as the Alcazar de Colon, the Museum of the Casas Reales, the National Pantheon, the Cathedral of Santa María la Menor, etc.  We visit these places accompanied by our guide who helps learn more about the grand history of this miraculous country.

We will take you to an exceptionally beautiful restaurant located in the colonial part of the capital for lunch where you will be able to enjoy an exquisite Dominican menu in an elegant and relaxing atmosphere.

Once we are finished with sightseeing and the lunch we head to the Calle El Conde, which offers a handful of various shops selling Dominican production. Tourists have free time to do some shopping and explore the narrow streets of the Colonial City.

Adventure Details

Schedule: 8h00 - 17h00 Friday, 8h00 - 17h00 Wednesday,

Start Time: 8h00

Return Time: 17h00

Price: US$ 78 (Adults) US$ 39 (Children)

Includes: Buffet lunch, water, soft drinks and entrance fee to all the World Heritage monuments.

What to bring: Camera, sunscreen.

What to wear: Sneakers/comfortable shoes and normal vacation clothing (T-shirt and shorts).

Suitable for: All the family.

Deep Sea Fishing

Tight lines! A great excursion for those of you who are both patient and adventurous.

We begin our journey right off the hotel pier with a small speedboat and navigate in the open sea. Our experienced captain will take you to the best fishing spots where you can anxiously hang the rod into the water and patiently wait (2h for fishing) to catch a dorado or maybe a barracuda. Absolutely no fishing experience required.

Apart from the rum and soft drinks we provide you with full fishing equipment.

Up to 4 people can participate in this adventure for the same price.

Adventure Details

Schedule: 8h45 - 12h30 Everyday, 14h00 - 17h00 Everyday,

Start Time: 8h45 or 14h00

Return Time: 12h30 or 17h00

Price: US$ 270 (Adults) US$ (Children)

Includes: All fishing equipment, water and soft drinks.

What to bring: Sunscreen and camera.

What to wear: Beachwear; swimsuit, sandals, sun hat and sunglasses.

Suitable for: All the family - children age 8 years and above.

Whales watching – Samaná Bay

A day for humpback whale watching in their natural habitat and opportunity of getting up close to witness a unique experience.

These cetaceans from North America are born in Dominican waters in Samaná Bay. Come and be awed by their majestic jumps and watch the sagacity displayed by their newborns.

Excursion available during the following dates: January – March.

Whale watching, visit to Cayo Levantado and Samana.

Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays US$179.00

Whale watching, visit to Cayo Levantado and Samana.

Monday, Wednesday and Friday US$169.00

Adventure Details

Schedule: 6h00 - 19h00 (Depends on the season) Everyday,

Start Time: 6h00

Return Time: 19h00

Price: US$ 179 (Adults) US$ (Children)

Coco Bongo Show Disco

A mega-discotheque featuring world-class shows in Punta Cana!

A one-of-a-kind nighttime entertainment concept that combines dancers, acrobats and performers with the best music and unique entertainment. Coco Bongo has been highlighted on CNN as “offering shows that put Vegas’ nightlife to shame!” We will depart from our resort to arrive 50 minutes a whole new level of entertainment. Open bar available, as well as access to VIP service. Don’t miss out on the most craziest night!

PRICE FROM $85-$160

Adventure Details

Schedule: 18h30 - 01h30 Thursday, 18h30 - 01h30 Sunday,

Start Time: 18h30

Return Time: 01h30

Price: US$ 85 (Adults) US$ (Children)

Suitable for: Adults only

La Hacienda 7-in-1

Enjoy 7 experiences in 1!

  • BUGGYS POLARIS – An exciting and wild ride on 4×4 mini jeeps. It makes a stop at Anamuya River, where you may go for a refreshing swim.
  • HORSE RIDING – Criss-cross the park’s forest environment and its many streams
  • SAFARI – Aboard a US Army military vehicle, explore a farm typical of the Dominican Republic boasting coffee and cocoa plantations, sugarcane fields, aside from a wide variety of animals.
  • ZIPLINE – The longest zip-line in the Caribbean, more than a kilometer (0,7 miles) in length; it is also the highest on the island, with a 200-meter (650 ft) drop and one of the fastest, over 70 kph (45 mph).
  • QUICK JUMP – Once you finish the zipline you will have the opportunity to go make a descent by making a quick jump into the void with an elastic cord set to a height of over 20 meters (65ft) of altitude.
  • CABLE CAR – The first in the Dominican Republic, ascend from the base until reaching the mountain peak and enjoy the incredible panoramic views of Anamuya Jungle and Caribbean Sea.
  • 100% Dominican Buffet

 

Adventure Details

Schedule: 8h40 - 17h00 Monday, 8h40 - 17h00 Wednesday, 8h40 - 17h00 Saturday,

Start Time: 8h40

Return Time: 17h00

Price: US$ 99 (Adults) US$ 99 (Children)

Ziplines Adventure

Welcome to the ultimate adventure – “fly” from platform to platform!

Visit the first double-line Zipline Tour in the Dominican Republic, built by one of the most experienced Zipline builders in Costa Rica.

After traveling northbound for 45 minutes on a safari-style truck from Viva Wyndham Dominicus, you will enter a whole new level of entertainment.

You will learn everything you need to know about the Zipline tour and gear. After being briefed at the Welcome Center about security procedures, you all set to fly from one platform to the next. Secured by climbing gear, you will complete – even next to one another – a breathtaking tour across a total 18 platforms and 12 Ziplines up to 2600 feet long double cable zip lines. Fresh fruit and soft drinks await you on your descent.

Adventure Details

Schedule: 10h30 - 15h30 Monday, 10h30 - 15h30 Tuesday, 10h30 - 15h30 Wednesday, 10h30 - 15h30 Thursday, 10h30 - 15h30 Friday, 10h30 - 15h30 Saturday,

Start Time: 10h30

Return Time: 15h30

Price: US$ 85 (Adults) US$ 43 (Children)

Includes: Instructors, soft drinks and fruits.

What to bring: Camera, sunscreen, insect repellent and cash for souvenirs are recommended.

What to wear: Comfortable clothing, shoes or sneakers.

Suitable for: Minimum Age: 6 years. Minimun Weight: 60 pounds. Maximum Weight:Approx. 250 pounds (Only if equipment fits, Max. 44” Waist & Max. 26” Thighs)

Crazy Wheels – Quad & Buggy

Ride on a monster 4×4 ATV or buggy for this action-packed tour!

On this trip we will hop aboard a safari truck at the hotel and head towards the nearby town of Benerito – a typical settlement in the area where the 4×4 ATV’s and buggies are expecting us. After a brief safety training, you will be set to rev up your engine….and, let the adventure begin! You will traverse the village through dirt and roads, nature trails and sugar cane fields.

On this thrilling journey, traveling by buggies and quads, we will also drive across a small town inhabited by Dominican and Haitian agricultural workers. We will make a stop at a sugarcane field in order to taste freshly cut sugar cane and switch drivers, if you’d like. We move towards our next stop, where fresh tropical fruit and cold beverages await us. At this time, you may also exchange your buggy for a 4×4 ATV and vice versa.

The most popular destination of this tour most likely is a tour of Chavon River, where its refreshing waters welcome us with a pleasurable break. Feel free to leap in and take pictures of this majestic place. Guests also have the option of driving on the same vehicle for the duration of the tour.

US $85 1 PAX (This option must be paid at the physical store).

US $130 2 PAX

 

Adventure Details

Schedule: 8h00 - 12h30 Monday, 14h00 - 18h00 Monday, 8h00 - 12h30 Tuesday, 14h00 - 18h00 Tuesday, 8h00 - 12h30 Wednesday, 14h00 - 18h00 Wednesday, 8h00 - 12h30 Thursday, 14h00 - 18h00 Thursday, 8h00 - 12h30 Friday, 14h00 - 18h00 Friday, 8h00 - 12h30 Saturday, 14h00 - 18h00 Saturday,

Start Time: 8h00 or 14h00

Return Time: 12h30 or 18h00

Price: US$ 85 (Adults) US$ (Children)

Includes: Fruit and water

What to wear: Clothes you do not mind getting dirty! Long pants, sneakers, sun glasses and closed sneakers (sneakers or boots)

Suitable for: All the family - children must be age 8 years and above to participate and 16 years and above to drive. Pregnant women cannot take part in this excursion.

Samaná El Limón

El Limón Waterfall & Bacardi Island Cayo Levantado

  • We depart from the Viva Wyndham resort at 5:40 am to embark on our adventure through this island’s astonishing landscapes.
  • After approximately 3 hours of exploring the island, coming into contact with its surprising natural beauty and typical rural life of the Dominican Republic, we arrive at Las Cañitas pier, to the south of the Bay of Samaná, where we will hop on board a boat for a 40 minute trip to Samaná. A safari truck will be waiting for us.
  • We visit a typical farmhouse where we will see the elaboration process of cocoa and chocolate, among other food staples, and then head towards the ranch.
  • We head towards the Salto El Limón Waterfall, the most impressive waterfall on the island, on horseback (35 minutes), making our way down its 150 steps (not recommended for persons with heart conditions) in order to enjoy a refreshing 45-minute swim.
  • Once we make it back to the ranch, we will be greeted with a delicious typical buffet-style lunch.
  • We will board the safari truck one last time to return to the pier in Samaná and head to Cayo Levantado, the famous Bacardí Island, where we will stay until 4:00 pm. We will leave Cayo Levantado by boat to Las Cañitas and return by bus to our hotel.

Adventure Details

Schedule: 5h40 - 19h00 Tuesday, 5h40 - 19h00 Saturday, Monday,

Start Time: 5h40

Return Time: 19h00

Price: US$ 169 (Adults) US$ 80 (Children)

Suitable for: All the family.

Los Haitises National Park

 A visit to the wonderful Haitises National Park. 

As we approach the town of Sabana de la Mar, we will board a boat to cross the waters of the Caño Hondo River (15 minutes) towards the Bay of San Lorenzo, until our arrival at the Bay of Samaná, to make our way into the lush vegetation of an exuberant landscape.

Los Haitises National Park is a natural sanctuary for many species of birds, reptiles, crustaceans, fish, shellfish and a variety of orchids.

During our visit to one of the caves, we will be able to see pictographs and petroglyphs left by the Taino Indians who inhabited these caves 500 years ago. We can also see a virgin beach that is accessible only by sea.

After traveling for about 50 minutes, we will reach the El Salto de Yanigua Waterfall, where we can swim and relax, but especially for the enjoyment of a natural and therapeutic spa with high-quality mud to rejuvenate your skin, followed by a typical Dominican buffet-style lunch.
Upon our return, we will make a stop at a small town to visit the children of low-income families to spread cheer and distribute school supplies, clothes and personal items (no cash or candy, please), etc.

Adventure Details

Schedule: 6h00 - 19h00 Tuesday, 6h00 - 19h00 Saturday,

Start Time: 6h00

Return Time: 19h00

Price: US$ 169 (Adults) US$ 80 (Children)

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