From Puerto Plata to La Isabela & Back
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Morning
Leave Puerto Plata early, heading south towards Santiago on the Carretera 5. After about 6 miles (10 km) take a right turn onto a road signposted Maimón and Guzmancito. This rough but passable route takes you through some beautiful rural scenery, including Maimón Beach and a series of tiny fishing and farming villages. Keep your eyes firmly on the road, as there are many animals.
The road comes out at La Sabana. A right from here leads to Luperón. You can stop here for a drink, or pass through town and stop by Puerto Blanco Marina for refreshments.
Another 8 miles (13 km) or so along the Carretera de las Américas through dry woodland and flocks of goats, brings you to the pretty seaside village of El Castillo. Just before the village entrance is the turn-off for the Parque Nacional La Isabela. An hour or so is sufficient time to look around.
At lunchtime, go into El Castillo and on the right you’ll see the Rancho del Sol hotel, whose restaurant is recommended for seafood. Or head back to the marina or Luperón’s Playa Grande for food.
Afternoon
Returning to Puerto Plata, it’s quicker, if less scenic, to go straight to the major junction of Imbert, where the Texaco garage marks the road back.
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