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Samana Cruises, Dominican Republic

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Samana’s a rustic town perched on the edge of a peninsula that pokes out of the Dominican Republic’s north-east coast. The first thing you’ll notice is that it hasn’t lost its traditional charm. Brightly coloured colonial-style houses are scattered throughout pretty public gardens. But it’s the island’s natural side that shines through from every angle. Thick rainforests full of coconut groves and waterfalls are ripe for exploring not far from the coast, which is tailor-made for lazy beach days.

  • Head out on a boat and see if you can spot some whales. The Dominican Republic’s home to two humpback whale breeding grounds, so you’ve got a good chance of seeing something.
  • Take a stroll along the Samana walking bridges. These walkways jut out over the sea, and offer the best views of the port and town waterfront.
  • Zip-line through the rainforest in El Limón. The area’s been left to its own devices here, so you’ll get a real taste of the wilderness while whizzing over the treetops.

Map of Samana

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Samana 4x4 Fun

This open-air safari truck tour is a real adventure. You’ll trundle down bumpy tracks, through small villages and around jungle-like vegetation. Your first stop is a Dominican farm where fruits, coconut, chocolate and coffee are grown – where you’ll learn all about how they’re cultivated and prepared for market. Next up is Playa El Valle, a prime stretch of desert island sand. And, finally, you’ll call in on La Cascada El Valle. As the name suggests, this is a beautiful cascade waterfall with a plunge pool at the bottom. Here you’ll just have time for a quick dip before you hit the road back to the ship.

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