Punta Cana
Dominican Republic · La Altagracia · 5 m
Description
Punta Cana is the Dominican Republic’s best-known holiday destination and one of the Caribbean’s leading resort regions. Located at the eastern tip of the country, it is famous for its long, palm-fringed sandy beaches, turquoise waters, and expansive all-inclusive resorts. Punta Cana combines relaxing beach holidays with water sports, world-class golf courses, nature and adventure parks, and boat trips along the tropical coast and to Saona Island. Excellent tourism infrastructure and an international airport also make the region one of the Dominican Republic’s main gateways for travellers from around the world.
Length of stay
Recommended length of stay: 4 to 14 days (optimal 7 days)
Travel season
Best time to visit: January – February
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Highlights
- Bávaro Beach
- Saona Island(Day trip)
- Scape Park & Hoyo Azul
- Macao Beach
- Macao Beach Surfing
- Indigenous Eyes Ecological Reserve
- Juanillo Beach
- Cap Cana Marina
- Punta Cana Catamaran & Natural Pool Tours
- Coco Bongo Punta Cana
- Punta Espada Golf Club
- Corales Golf Course
- La Cana Golf Course
- Cabeza de Toro Beach
- Arena Gorda Beach
- El Cortecito & Los Corales Beach
- Bávaro Reef Snorkeling
- Punta Cana Buggy & ATV Tours
- Monkeyland(Day trip)
- Bávaro Adventure Park
- El Dorado Water Park
- Dolphin Explorer
- Downtown Punta Cana Nightlife
- Bibijagua Artisan Market
- BlueMall Puntacana
- San Juan Shopping Center
- Montaña Redonda(Day trip)
- Altos de Chavón(Day trip)
- Catalina Island Snorkeling & Diving(Day trip)
- Basilica Cathedral of Our Lady of La Altagracia(Day trip)
- Colonial City of Santo Domingo (UNESCO World Heritage)(Day trip)
Getting there
- Airports:
- PUJ