Puerto Plata: Escapada Cultural Tour in Puerto Plata
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Is Puerto Plata: Escapada Cultural Tour in Puerto Plata worth booking?
Puerto Plata: Escapada Cultural Tour in Puerto Plata is a 8.5-hour experience in Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic, from $78 per person. It scores 59 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3.9/5 rating across 9 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 59 / 100
- Rating
- 3.9/5 (9)
- Duration
- 8.5 hours
- From
- $78 per person
Escape to discover the authentic culture of the Dominican people. You will be accompanied by an official guide who will transmit his extensive knowledge as you visit the countryside, the real heart of the Dominican Repub
What you get
About this experience
Escape to discover the authentic culture of the Dominican people. You will be accompanied by an official guide who will transmit his extensive knowledge as you visit the countryside, the real heart of the Dominican Republic. We visit the cheese factory where we will learn the whole process of making cheese. We stop of “las Lajas” to visit a cocoa farm and a small coffee plantation. Everyone can learn the process of the production of artisanal creole chocolate, taste cocoa, tropical fruits as well as trying delicious artisan chocolate. Afterwards, we visit “Saballo” a very laborious hidden community with a factory over a hundred years old and see the process of making the typical sugar cane molasses bonbons. In "La Piragua", we visit the typical house of an artisan where we will see how to make guano baskets, mats and banana leaf tackle with materials that nature provides. Discover a hidden beach with a majestic view. Join us for an incredible day full of culture Tour duration: 8 hours
What's included
Included
- Professional guide
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Return Transportation (in Puerto Plata, Sosua, Cabarete, Cofresi)
- Beverages
- Dominican style lunch
Not included
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
- DVD (available to purchase)
- Pickup Rio San Juan : US$15
What you'll see and do
Puerto Plata Province
Escape to know the authentic culture of the dominican people. Accompanied by our guide, who will be responsible of transmitting your vast knowledge of our culture, going to the back of the countryside heart we will visit the old melasa bread factory, a typical house of artisans, visiting their home and learning their way of life. You will explore a tobacco plantation and the manufacturing process of artisanal cigars, enjoy beautiful panoramic views and visit the organic factory cacao plantation where you can learn the whole procedure of chocolate and taste it. A visit step of a cheese factory belonging to a traditional family at the Imbert community where we'll also visit the park.
480 minutes here
Puerto Plata
San Felipe de Puerto Plata es la capital de la provincia de Puerto Plata, en la costa norte del Atlántico de República Dominicana. La ciudad es conocida por sus playas. La gran extensión de la Playa Dorada está resguardada por centros turísticos y un campo de golf con 18 hoyos. El centro antiguo de la ciudad data de la época colonial y está dominado por la fortaleza de San Felipe, del siglo XVI, una edificación española que actualmente alberga artefactos históricos y militares.
30 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 60 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, ru, en, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Mon, Fri
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- CAMEL SAFARI EXPLORING
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Pickup Rio San Juan US15 payable to the guide the day of the tour
- Confirmation of day and time will be given at time of booking
- If the excursion is canceled for any reason, you will be offered a different date or a full refund.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 9 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
7 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
4 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
4 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Good for families
3 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Value for money
2 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Traveler reviews
9 verified traveler reviews for Puerto Plata: Escapada Cultural Tour in Puerto Plata. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Cultural tour
Thought it was a private tour in english when booked but it was an off road open air bus. There was lots of diesel fumes and dust. Saw some awesome places that you would not be able to go to with a car or van Tour guide was good and knowledgeable even though he focused mostly in French. The driver was good and very polite. Would recommend it.
Response from the operator: We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience, but as you say, "there are beautiful places that you wouldn't be able to visit by car or van." We're delighted you enjoyed this tour and would recommend it to others.
via Tripadvisor
A look at local life in Dominican Republic
My husband, son and I made our first visit to Dominican Republic last week via Sunwing and we chose this tour halfway through our time there. It was reasonably priced (as exclusions go) and we booked through the Sunwing rep with Nexus Tours/Camel Safari Exploring. It was a full day; we were picked up at 7:15 in an open air truck for a wind-blown fast trip to pick up other guests in different hotels. Our tour guide was Junior; our driver Odeli. Junior was fun, friendly, well versed in all the details about each place we visited as well as lots of information about the country and its people. Odeli was friendly and helpful. We learned a lot at the cheese factory and had a fascinating walk-through. We went to a cacao farm/store and sampled a variety of things made with the cacao bean (also an opportunity to buy) We stopped at store with two men rolling cigars. Of course, part of the visit was to shop for local items, the iconic larimar stone and Mamajuana drink. We bought some larimar bracelets from granddaughters and earrings (rather than from the sellers on the beach where we couldn't be sure of quality). The store owner assured us the silver was real (however, my ears were burning from nickel allergy an hour after wearing earrings, but buyer beware!) Back to the tour: there was a stop for lunch at a wonderful little cafe and the food was excellent. I'll dream about the fried chicken! One of the best parts of the tour, aside from Junior's commentary, was the ability to see local life along the streets as we drove from place to place. If you're quick with your camera, you can capture a lot of everyday life. We took some backroads to see a replica of an old farm (not sure where the people live, but what we saw was probably original buildings). The family was lovely; the daughter (in law?) made coffee over a traditional outdoor firepit. Gramma/Abuela Catalina (Carolina?), 86, sat with us as we watched a son make a broom with palm leaves. Goats, chickens and a friendly dog. On one stop, there was demonstration of pressing sugar cane and a young woman made a batch of molasses cookies (which was nice, but didn't live up to the 'bakery' advertised. And we did not see a 'secluded' beach as advertised. The visit covered a lot of sights and despite some obvious poverty, people were welcoming and friendly. That applied to ordinary people on the street, not just those scheduled on the tour. Be prepared for a full day and take water; we got back to our hotel about 5:30 pm. Be sure to check for any belongings you bring with you in the open truck; we left an umbrella behind and despite immediate reports to our hotel (Viva Tangerine), a report to the Sunwing rep, and an online report to Nexus, it disappeared. We recommend this tour for anyone who wants to have a better look at life in DR. Junior and Odeli were wonderful and Junior provided so much more than the scripted tour info. Both helped our son who has a disability throughout the day and included him in the fun and banter during the tour. We definitely recommend this tour; just relax a bit and accept a few differences from the advertised tour.
via Tripadvisor
You have to do this tour with our guide, Juan!
Wow!!! Do this tour if you are in Puerto Plata! Worth every penny! Our tour guide Juan (spoke in three languages fluently) took us to a cheese factory, then a chocolate factory, then in the hills to see how the poor people live in their homes, then to see cigars being made, then a patisserie, and we even had a wonderful lunch. Juan gave us so much local information about the lives of people living in the DR. SO WORTH IT!!
via Tripadvisor
Great cultural tour - should be required
This tour was excellent. It was well-priced compared to similar ones I had seen. The guide, Alberto, was excellent. He speaks a ridiculous amount of languages and made sure everyone had the best time. You stop at a chocolate place, a cheese factory (this sounded really boring to me but ended up being one of my favorite parts of the tour), an authentic farm house (where a family actively lives), a small tobacco plantation/gift shop, a small bakery where they make a traditional cookie, and a buffet lunch. I felt like I got to see a more real side of the DR on this tour by zero bc products that locals produce and use, plus you get to see the countryside and what the small towns here look like. I feel like this should be a required tour for anyone who goes to Puerto Plata and stays on a beach resort. Super interesting tour. And I didn’t feel like any of it was rushed (I usually like to take my time places). Highly recommend this tour with this company.
via Tripadvisor
The informative tours to...
The informative tours to the cheese and chocolate factories. There was a little too much stress on buying items… but the shared narrative was very interesting . Very nice guide and driver
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 8.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Fri
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 3
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 59
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Puerto Plata: Escapada Cultural Tour in Puerto Plata: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Puerto Plata.
How much does Puerto Plata: Escapada Cultural Tour in Puerto Plata cost?
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Prices start at $78 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Puerto Plata usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Puerto Plata: Escapada Cultural Tour in Puerto Plata take?
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Plan for about 8.5 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 Puerto Plata is not rushed.
Is Puerto Plata: Escapada Cultural Tour in Puerto Plata worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 59 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.9/5 across 9 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Puerto Plata, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Puerto Plata: Escapada Cultural Tour in Puerto Plata?
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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 Puerto Plata: Escapada Cultural Tour in Puerto Plata suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Puerto Plata: Escapada Cultural Tour in Puerto Plata?
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Around 3 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 Puerto Plata 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 Puerto Plata and add a light layer if any part of the 8.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Puerto Plata: Escapada Cultural Tour in Puerto Plata 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 Puerto Plata 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 Puerto Plata?
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On Outty we rank every Puerto Plata experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Monkeyland and Zipline Adventure from Puerto Plata, Monkeyland Puerto Plata, Puerto Plata Highlights City Tours from amber cove and Taino bay. 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 Puerto Plata?
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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 Puerto Plata?
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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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