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Dominican Republic : Top 10 Activity Beaches

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Top 10 Top 10 Activity Beaches

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  • 1. Cabarete

    The best-known and sometimes busiest beach for all sorts of surfing.

  • 2. Las Salinas

    Another firm favorite with surfers, a white-sand beach set among saltpans and rolling dunes.

  • 3. Playa Punta Cana

    This long strip of soft sand offers plenty of scope for kayaking, sailing, and snorkeling.

  • 4. Playa Bávaro

    Another well-equipped stretch of beach, where independent dive operators compete with the all-inclusive amenities.

  • 5. Playa Dorada

    A beach of pristine sand, ideal for paragliding and building sandcastles.

  • 6. El Portillo

    Home of the Samaná Peninsula’s biggest all-inclusive, this popular beach features every possible sporting activity.

  • 7. Sosúa

    A protected crescent cove in the town’s center with an easily accessible reef that attracts snorkelers.

  • 8. Playa Dominicus

    Surrounded by all-inclusive resorts, this safe beach is great for windsurfing and kayaking.

  • 9. Las Terrenas

    Many activities are available, including swimming and snorkeling.

  • 10. Boca Chica

    Packed at weekends, the gently sloping beach is ideal for undemanding snorkeling and swimming.

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