
Hiking Tabernacle Thundering Waterfall in Dominican Republic
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Is Hiking Tabernacle Thundering Waterfall in Dominican Republic worth booking?
Hiking Tabernacle Thundering Waterfall in Dominican Republic is a 8-hour experience in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, from $88 per person. It scores 94 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “90+ Club”, based on a 5/5 rating across 124 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing. It sits in the Outty 90+ Club, the top tier of everything we rank.
- Outty Ranking
- 94 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (124)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $88 per person
Looking for things to do in Santo Domingo? You can't miss this hike in Dominican Republic. Let´s get to know the dominican countryside and the coolest hike in DR: El Tabernáculo. LGBTQ+ friendly experience, vegetarian a
What you get
- Private transportation
- Tour guide
- Life jacket included / you don't need to know how to swim
- Lunch
About this experience
Looking for things to do in Santo Domingo? You can't miss this hike in Dominican Republic. Let´s get to know the dominican countryside and the coolest hike in DR: El Tabernáculo. LGBTQ+ friendly experience, vegetarian accomodating We first take a 2-hour road trip full of breathtaking sights to get to Los Cacaos. We begin our journey to El Tabernáculo. It's a 3-hour route within hiking, swimming, climbing, etc. It's a route full of adrenaline and adventure. Swimming is mandatory, but you don't need to know how to swim with the life vest. The difficulty of this route is considered medium, it's a strenuous experience. It's not easy, completely doable, though. You must not have any injuries. You don't need to be an athlete, though. After the hike, we change clothes (there's no restroom, we use the vehicle and nature) and go back to the town to have a dominican lunch. Then we come back happy to Santo Domingo at around 4pm.
What's included
Included
- Private transportation
- Tour guide
- Life jacket included / you don't need to know how to swim
- Lunch
Not included
- Alcoholic beverages
- Insurance
- Breakfast
What you'll see and do
Parque Cervantes
This is the meeting point. Here we are gathering, checking the tickets and boarding the vehicle. Then we take a 2-hour drive.
10 minutes here
We are making a brief stop in Los Cacaos park to know more about this town and the attractions it offers.
5 minutes here
El Tabernáculo. This is the highlight of the activity. We start with a strech up, then we get into the river and hike upstream. Along the way, we will find lots of beatiful swimming holes and little waterfalls. At some points, we´ll have to climb. The way is rather challenging; completely doable, though. At the end of the way up, we´ll find El Tabernáculo, which is a majestic thundering waterfall. You´ll get surprised by the way it looks in person. There we can swim or just enjoy the view and relax. Then we hike the same way back, dowmstream. But this time will be funnier, since we are taking some waterslides and jumps into the beautiful swimming holes we find along the way. The total hike from start to finish is around 4-5 hours
240 minutes here
We go back to colmado Maria after the hike, but this time for having a delicious typical Dominican lunch.
60 minutes here
Parque Cervantes
After another 2-hour drive, we get back to where we started: Parque Cervantes. The experience will finish here and everybody is going home happy :)
5 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Santo Domingo
Its a big landmark which is like a big old gate on Arzobispo Portes st, between Palo Hincado and Pina streets.
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 60 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Its a big landmark which is like a big old gate on Arzobispo Portes st, between Palo Hincado and Pina streets.
Options you can book
Exception
Minivan Pickup included
Default Tabernacle
Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Fri
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- La EX Tours
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- No restroom available. Just nature
- No dressing room available
- Not recommended for travelers with injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with any type of disabilities
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Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 15+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Fri
- Price range
- $88 to $109
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 43
- Verdict
- 90+ Club
Why this scores 94
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Hiking Tabernacle Thundering Waterfall in Dominican Republic: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Santo Domingo.
How much does Hiking Tabernacle Thundering Waterfall in Dominican Republic cost?
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Prices start at $88 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Santo Domingo usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Hiking Tabernacle Thundering Waterfall in Dominican Republic take?
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Plan for about 8 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Santo Domingo is not rushed.
Is Hiking Tabernacle Thundering Waterfall in Dominican Republic worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 94 out of 100, which we label "90+ Club". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 124 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most highly reviewed in Santo Domingo, and how flexible the cancellation terms are. Scoring 90 or above puts it in the Outty 90+ Club, the top tier of everything we rank.
Can I cancel or reschedule Hiking Tabernacle Thundering Waterfall in Dominican Republic?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Hiking Tabernacle Thundering Waterfall in Dominican Republic suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 15. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 8-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Hiking Tabernacle Thundering Waterfall in Dominican Republic?
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Around 43 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Santo Domingo can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Santo Domingo and add a light layer if any part of the 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Hiking Tabernacle Thundering Waterfall in Dominican Republic start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Santo Domingo within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Santo Domingo?
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On Outty we rank every Santo Domingo experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Santo Domingo: City Highlights Guided Bike Tour, Santo Domingo The Authentic Dominican Neighborhood Tour, Ron Barcelo Anejo Experience Factory Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Santo Domingo?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Santo Domingo?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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