Things To Do in Samana Dominican Republic (2026)

10 Best Things To Do in Samana

During your Vacation of 2026 in the spectacular scenic region of Samana Dominican Republic, be sure not to miss these 10 BEST THINGS TO DO AND SEE

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HUMPBACK Whale Watching in Samana bay

#1 Thing To See: Whale Watching

1. TOP Activity for the whole family

Whale watching in Samana bay is an activity that the whole family can enjoy, kids age 2 and above

2. Only in Season : From January 15 to March 31

These immense humpbacks (about 40 feet long) are here only for a few months, don't miss it!

3. Humpback whales mating right here in the bay

A unique opportunity to observe humpback whales in their natural calving and mating grounds

4. Coming here in Samana for 1000's years

These gentle giants have been coming here for thousands of years, way before tourism!

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isolated waterfall in Samana peninsula

#2 Activity To Do: Limon Waterfall

1. Fun activity in nature for the whole family

Waterfall isolated in the Samana peninsula, access is by horse or walking, kids age 6 and above

2. Open all year long.
Horseback riding or hiking

It is recommended to hire a horse with it's guide to go to the waterfall located 1.5 kms away

3. Tallest waterfall in the Samana province

At a height of about 145 feet, this is by far the highest waterfall in the Samana peninsula

4. Enjoy a cool swim in the natural pool of the waterfall

Don`t forget your bathing suit! Incredible natural sight of the best pool to be found anywhere

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LOS HAITISES NATIONAL PARK in Samana bay

#3 Thing To See: Haitises Park

1. Activity for the whole family

Los Haitises National Park is an activity that the whole family can enjoy, kids age 6 and above

2. Boat trip going accross the Samana bay

The National Park is only accessible by a boat ride of about 20 minutes from Samana port

3. Haitises National Park is filled with many things to see

Plentiful of bird cays, mangroves. and caverns with petroglyhs were the TAINOS indians use to live

4. Haitises Park is sometimes bundle with Cayo Levantado

Tour Operator offers also a "DOUBLE TOUR" including also lunch at idylic Cayo Levantado island

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CAYO LEVANTADO ISLAND (BACARDI) in Samana bay

#4 Thing To Visit: Cayo Levantado island

1. Activity for the whole family

Cayo Levantado island is an idylic place that the whole family can enjoy, kids age 2 and above.

2. Boat trip of 4 kms from Samana port

This tiny island of only 3 square kms in size is a little paradise also called BACARDI island

3. Great seafood restaurants, massages on the beach +

Cayo Levantado has white sand beach with lounge chairs, and cristal clear waters for snorkeling

4. Cayo Levantado is the perfect getaway from it all

Peace of mind and quietness from the hustle and noises of the mainland. Paradise found.

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3 FAMOUS BEACHES: PLAYA FRONTON + PLAYA MADAME + PLAYA RINCON

#5 Thing To Discover: Playa Fronton + Madame + Rincon

1. Beaches Discoveries for the whole family

These 3 famous secluded beaches are ideal for the whole family to discover, kids age 6 and above

2. Boat trip from the beach of Las Galeras, Samana

A scenic boat trip along the coast will get you to these amazing secluded beaches

3. Total peace of mind and crystal clears waters awaits

Explore these famous beaches, relax and snorkel in their turquoise crystal clear waters

4. These 3 famous beaches are a must see in Samana!

The spectacular Playa Ricon is where you'll get to enjoy a delicious Dominican lunch

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ADVENTURE ACROSS SAMANA PENINSULA TO PLAYA RINCON

#6 Thing To Do: Buggy to Playa Rincon

1. Great Activity to discover the Samana Peninsula

Discover the natural beauty of the Samana Peninsula up to Playa Rincon, kids age 6 and above.

2. Go thru small villages, rivers, natural sceneries

Its a 35 kms adventure thru small villages, untamed nature and authentic Dominican life.

3. Stop along the way to taste chocolate, coconut, etc

You'll stop along the way to taste the "natural abundance" of what Dominican Republic has to offer

4. Then you arrive at the most gorgeous beach!

Then you get to PLAYA RINCON voted one of the 10 Most Beautiful Beach in the World.

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ATV ADVENTURE ACROSS SAMANA PENINSULA TO PLAYA RINCON

#7 Thing To Do: ATV to Playa Rincon

1. Great Excursion to Discover the Samana Peninsula

Discover the natural beauty of the Samana Peninsula up to Playa Rincon, kids age 6 and above.

2. Go thru small villages, rivers, natural sceneries

Its a 35 kms adventure thru small villages, untamed nature and authentic Dominican life.

3. Stop along the way to taste chocolate, coconut, etc

You'll stop along the way to taste the "natural abundance" of what Dominican Republic has to offer

4. Then you arrive at the most gorgeous beach!

Then you get to PLAYA RINCON voted one of the 10 Most Beautiful Beach in the World.

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DEEP SEA FISHING in Samana bay

#8 Thing To Do: Sport Fishing

1. For the Sport Fishing lover in you!

Go Deep Sea Fishing in Samana Bay with a professional Sport Fishing boat

2. Trained captain will bring you to best fishing spots

Catch mahis-mahis (dorados), barracudas, wahoos, and maybe get lucky with catching a marlin!

3. Bring your catches to be cooked on the island

You can bring your catches to be cooked afterwards on the super Cayo Levantado island!

4. Sport Fishing in Samana Bay is good all year long

Especially between to months of November to May when the waters are cooler

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ZIPLINING ABOVE THE JUNGLE OF EL VALLE

#9 Thing To Experience: SAMANA ZIPLINE

1. Activity for the dare devil in you

This ZIPLINE is rated one of the best thrilling experience in the whole Dominican Republic.

2. Fly over the jungle like Tarzan at 40 mph!

This Samana Zipline consists of 12 lines and 13 stations. It will make you fly Tarzan-style at 40 mph!

3. Safety comes first on this amazing ride of a lifetime

Trained crew is here to keep you safe and guide you along the way on this amazing ride.

4. Staff will back you up with video of your experience

The whole thing recorded on camera because you’ll definitely want to show this to your friends!

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SECLUDED PLAYA ERMITANO ONLY ACCESSIBLE BY BOAT

#10 Thing To Visit: Secluded Playa Ermitano

1. Thing to visit for the whole family

Playa Ermitano is an idyllic beach that the whole family can enjoy, kids age 2 and above.

2. Boat trip from the beach of Playa El Valle

From Samana town you'll go to Playa El Valle to catch a boat ride to secluded Playa Ermitano

3. Getaway from it all.
Non commercial beach.

Playa Ermitano is completely isolated and kept in her natural ways since beginning of times

4. Come discover this little piece of heaven on earth

You'll be amazed by the uniqueness of that natural beach in the middle of nowhere

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10 Best Things To Do in Samana

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HUMPBACK Whale Watching in Samana bay

#1 Thing To See: Whale Watching

1. TOP Activity for the whole family

Whale watching in Samana bay is an activity that the whole family can enjoy, kids age 2 and above

2. Only in Season : From January 15 to March 31

These immense humpbacks (about 40 feet long) are here only for a few months, don't miss it!

3. Humpback whales mating right here in the bay

A unique opportunity to observe humpback whales in their natural calving and mating grounds

4. Coming here in Samana for 1000's years

These gentle giants have been coming here for thousands of years, way before tourism!

isolated waterfall in Samana peninsula

#2 Activity To Do: Limon Waterfall

1. Fun activity in nature for the whole family

Waterfall isolated in the Samana peninsula, access is by horse or walking, kids age 6 and above

2. Open all year long.Horseback riding or hiking

It is recommended to hire a horse with it's guide to go to the waterfall located 1.5 kms away

3. Tallest waterfall in the Samana province

At a height of about 145 feet, this is by far the highest waterfall in the Samana peninsula

4. Enjoy a cool swim in the natural pool of the waterfall

Don`t forget your bathing suit! Incredible natural sight of the best pool to be found anywhere

LOS HAITISES NATIONAL PARK in Samana bay

#3 Thing To See: Haitises Park

1. Activity for the whole family

Los Haitises National Park is an activity that the whole family can enjoy, kids age 6 and above

2. Boat trip going accross the Samana bay

The National Park is only accessible by a boat ride of about 20 minutes from Samana port

3. Haitises National Park is filled with many things to see

Plentiful of bird cays, mangroves. and caverns with petroglyhs were the TAINOS indians use to live

4. Haitises Park is sometimes bundle with Cayo Levantado

Tour Operator offers also a "DOUBLE TOUR" including also lunch at idylic Cayo Levantado island

CAYO LEVANTADO ISLAND (BACARDI) in Samana bay

#4 Thing To Visit: Cayo Levantado island

1. Activity for the whole family

Cayo Levantado island is an idylic place that the whole family can enjoy, kids age 2 and above.

2. Boat trip of 4 kms from Samana port

This tiny island of only 3 square kms in size is a little paradise also called BACARDI island

3. Great seafood restaurants, massages on the beach +

Cayo Levantado has white sand beach with lounge chairs, and cristal clear waters for snorkeling

4. Cayo Levantado is the perfect getaway from it all

Peace of mind and quietness from the hustle and noises of the mainland. Paradise found.

3 FAMOUS BEACHES: PLAYA FRONTON + PLAYA MADAME + PLAYA RINCON

#5 Thing To Discover: Playa Fronton + Madame + Rincon

1. Beaches Discoveries for the whole family

These 3 famous secluded beaches are ideal for the whole family to discover, kids age 6 and above

2. Boat trip from the beach of Las Galeras, Samana

A scenic boat trip along the coast will get you to these amazing secluded beaches

2. Open all year long.
Horseback riding or hiking

3. Getaway from it all.
Non commercial beach.