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15 Best and Fun Things To Do In Samana, Dominican Republic


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Located on a slender stretch along the northeast coast, Samaná Province is a hidden treasure in the Caribbean. Famous for its unspoiled beaches and stunning natural landscapes, Samaná exudes a subtle charm that captivates visitors.

Refresh your mind with a walk through the dense, vibrant forest or relax on the sandy white beaches while watching the humpback whales migrate through the warm ocean waters. Samaná offers a wide variety of natural attractions, including limestone caverns, hidden cays, and a national park with gorgeous landscape scenery. Adventurers can partake in adrenaline-filled zip-lining and white river rafting, along with horseback rides through the beautiful forest and tropical cruises.

Samaná has so much to offer for adventure and relaxation seekers of all types. See the list below to discover all the things you can see and do on your trip to Samaná.

The 15 Most Popular Things To Do In Samana, Dominican Republic

15. Cayo de Las Flechas

4.6 ★★★★★ (7 reviews)

14. San Pedro Evangelical Church

4.3 ★★★★☆ (18 reviews)

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Location: 6M38+VH7 C Theodore Chasereaux Samanan Republic

13. Bahia Carenero

4.7 ★★★★★ (38 reviews)

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12. Puente Samaná

4.8 ★★★★★ (276 reviews)

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Location: 5MW8+W2P Avenida La Marina Samanan Republic

11. Playa Cayacoa – Public Beach

4.4 ★★★★☆ (336 reviews)

10. Malecón de Samaná

4.6 ★★★★★ (4,602 reviews)

Location: 6M37+2QR Av La Marina Samanan Republic

Tel:  829 554 9053

Web Address:   http://teatrolasmascaras.com/

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9. Bahia Principe Luxury Cayo Levantado Main Pool

4.8 ★★★★★ (4 reviews)

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Location: 32000n Republic

8. Cayo La Farola

3.8 ★★★★☆ (6 reviews)

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7. Cayo Linares

4.9 ★★★★★ (8 reviews)

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6. Cayo Vigía

4.5 ★★★★★ (22 reviews)

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5. Samana Town Beach ~ Playa Cayacoa

4.4 ★★★★☆ (84 reviews)

Web Address:   http://gosamana-dominicanrepublic.com/best-beaches-map-samana-dominican-republic-what-to-see-things-to-do.html

4. Cayo Arena

5.0 ★★★★★ (91 reviews)

3. Whale Museum of Samana – Nature Center

4.2 ★★★★☆ (122 reviews)

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Location: Tiro al Blanco Avenida La Marina Samanan Republic

Tel:  809 538 2042

Web Address:   https://samana.org.do/museo-de-las-ballenas/

2. Cayo Levantado

4.7 ★★★★★ (840 reviews)

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1. Cayo Levantado Beach

4.7 ★★★★★ (1,981 reviews)

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Final Words:

Thank you for reading our list of the best things to do in Samana, Dominican Republic! We hope it helped you plan the perfect itinerary for your next trip to this fantastic destination. Happy travels!

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