Los Haitises & Cayo Levantado

Los Haitises is one of the most striking landscapes in the Dominican Republic: dome-shaped limestone mogotes, 30–40m high, rising out of red and white mangrove channels. Sea caves like Cueva de la Línea hold Taíno pictographs and petroglyphs, and the mangrove tunnels are a nursery for the bay's fish and a natural storm barrier for the coast. From there, the day continues to Cayo Levantado — also called Bacardí Island — a small island with calm turquoise water and a wide, palm-lined beach for swimming and relaxing.

This tour leaves from Samaná and runs for solo travelers and groups alike, so it's easy to book whether it's just you or a full party. It's $60 USD per person, lunch included — message us on WhatsApp to book.

Highlights

Boat ride through Los Haitises' mangrove channels and mogotes
Visit sea caves with Taíno cave art
Free time to swim and relax at Cayo Levantado's beach
Birdwatching along the way (frigate birds, pelicans, herons)
Solo travelers and groups both welcome — $60 USD/person, lunch included

What's Included

Round-trip transport from Samaná
Bilingual guide
Park entrance fee
Lunch
Bottled water

Recommendations

A full day combining boat time, light walking in the caves and beach relaxation — good for most ages
Some cave sections have uneven steps, so it's not ideal for guests with limited mobility
Bring a motion-sickness remedy if you're sensitive to boat movement