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Tours & Guided Tours in Puerto Plata

75 tours in Puerto Plata, from €18 to €359 per person, average rating 4.8 based on 10847 reviews.

Puerto Plata tours are built around two cruise ports, Amber Cove and Taino Bay, and a short list of big days out: the Damajagua waterfalls, Monkeyland, buggies and the city with its cable car. We picked 75 tours by hand, read every listing and kept only operators rated 4.5★ or higher. The cheapest is a cigar factory visit from €18 per person; the most expensive are private catamaran charters priced per boat and the full day combos of waterfalls, ziplines and horses.

Almost every tour here states which port it serves and the return time, so cruise passengers should book the listing that names their ship's port; hotel guests in Playa Dorada, Sosúa and Cabarete get the same tours with a pickup instead. The Damajagua tours jump a part of the falls, not all of them, and the lower ones suit children. Buggies are priced per machine and come back muddy. Rum tastings and Umbrella Street are part of most city tours. The best reviewed tours in Puerto Plata come first below.

Viator lists 715 tours for Puerto Plata. We screened all of them and kept 75: rated 4.5★ or higher by 30+ travellers, real tours only, each one read and summarised by Guidekin.

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4.8 Excellent 41 reviews
2h 15m
#4 of 6 · Horseback Riding

Sunset Beach Horseback Riding

You will ride along a gravel path through the jungle to the beach and then along the beach with the waves touching the horses’ feet. After a photo ses...

Free cancellation
4.8 Excellent 41 reviews
2h
#7 of 17 · ATV & Buggy Tours

ATV 4 wheel off Road from Amber Cove & Taino bay port silver

The park where this adventure is offered is mountain and beach is a safe place, where customers can make the tour in a quiet and exciting way....

Free cancellation
Private tour
4.8 Excellent 57 reviews
4h–5h
#8 of 19 · Damajagua 27 Waterfalls

Puerto Plata Damajagua Waterfalls Tour with Lunch

Discover the Magic of Damajagua Waterfalls in a Semi- Private Tour (10 max) Begin your adventure with a scenic drive through lush green landscapes an...

Free cancellation
4.8 Excellent 49 reviews
3h
#11 of 15 · Monkeyland & Ziplines

Puerto Plata Zipline Adventure

Experience one of Puerto Plata’s most exciting adventures! Soar through the tropical countryside on 8 exciting zip lines at Country World Adventure Pa...

Free cancellation
4.8 Excellent 45 reviews
8h 30m
#10 of 15 · Monkeyland & Ziplines

Puerto Plata Triple Adventure

Enjoy three unforgettable experiences in one fun-filled day. First, visit the popular Damajagua waterfalls and then channel your inner cowboy and hors...

Free cancellation
4.8 Excellent 250 reviews
3h 30m
#7 of 19 · Damajagua 27 Waterfalls

7 Waterfalls in Puerto Plata + a Delicious Local lunch.

We offer the best services to our clients feel as satisfied as possible, we make you feel like family, when we arrive at the waterfalls, we make sure ...

Free cancellation
4.8 Excellent 223 reviews
3h 50m
#11 of 22 · City Tours & Cable Car

Puerto Plata City Tour

You enjoy with us observing the beautiful places that our Puerto Plata has, first we visit what is the rum factory (1) Macotrix a tour of about 15 to ...

Free cancellation
4.8 Excellent 58 reviews
2h
#13 of 15 · Monkeyland & Ziplines

Ocean Zipline & Coconut Cove Beach: Puerto Plata

Step to the edge of the cliffs and experience the rare rush of flying directly over the open ocean on a state-of-the-art canopy course. Feel the sea b...

Free cancellation
4.8 Excellent 53 reviews
5h 30m
#26 of 54 · Amber Cove & Taino Bay Shore Excursions

Puerto Plata Shore Excursion, Snorkeling tour & Sosua Beach Day

Enjoy the underwater world in Sosua, we will take you out to two different Snorkeling reefs. We provide with the snorkeling equipment and instructor. ...

Free cancellation
4.8 Excellent 102 reviews
3h
#6 of 17 · ATV & Buggy Tours

AMBER COVE-TAINO BAY Super ATV Tour

With our ATV Ride Tour, we will show you the DR from others views and get more close to real people by visiting Dominican villages and explore our bea...

Free cancellation
4.8 Great 33 reviews
4h
#12 of 22 · City Tours & Cable Car

Puerto Plata City Tour with Butterfly Garden

Our tour is on the top because we make sure that all the places that we visit be the bests around, for example countryside roots, is a places where we...

Free cancellation
4.8 Great 65 reviews
6h
#6 of 6 · Horseback Riding

Zip N Splash Adventure plus Horseback Riding

Enjoy 7 of the waterfalls of Damajagua, 8 exciting zip lines, a horseback ride. This full day of activities will get you deep in touch with yourself a...

Free cancellation
4.8 Great 34 reviews
4h–5h
#9 of 19 · Damajagua 27 Waterfalls

Damajagua Waterfalls Adventure for Taino Bay and Amber Cove

Explore the Damajagua Waterfalls on this convenient trip from Amber Cove or Taino Bay port which includes round-trip transportation. Sit back and enjo...

Free cancellation
Private tour
4.8 Great 55 reviews
6h–7h
#4 of 10 · Rum, Cigars & Food Tours

Puerto Plata City Tour with the Mount Isabel, Rum & Chocolate

Explore Puerto Plata with us, hear interesting facts about the city and country, and immerse yourself in the history and culture of the Dominican Repu...

Free cancellation
4.8 Great 40 reviews
2h 20m
#8 of 17 · ATV & Buggy Tours

Buggy Excursion in Puerto Plata

With us you will enjoy a stay of 2 hours 20 minutes in which we will tour the countryside of the city, a 15 minute stop is made for a coffee in the co...

Free cancellation

Tours and prices on this page last updated October 16, 2026

Guidekin's verdict

Editorial picks checked: October 7, 2026 · Ranked by Activity fit, stated transfers, booking terms and ratings weighted by review volume. Prices and ratings on tour cards are live. Commissions never affect the order.

This shortlist from 75 listed Puerto Plata tours compares activities, port and hotel transfers, and private versus shared booking.

First outdoor tour?
Seven Waterfalls & Local Lunch

Choose seven Damajagua falls with lunch at €45 per person for 3h 30m, rated 4.8 from 250 reviews; moderate fitness required.

★ 4.8 (250 reviews) · €45 per person · 3h 30m · Shared tour
From either port?
City Tour, Amber Cove & Taino Bay

Book the shared city tour with Amber Cove or Taino Bay pickup and return at €40 per person for 3h 15m, rated 4.98 from 93 reviews; no cable car.

★ 4.98 (93 reviews) · €40 per person · 3h 15m · Lunch excluded
Private or shared?
Private Guide, Rum & Chocolate

Book rum and chocolate stops at your own pace with a private guide: €50 per person, 3h–4h, 4.96 from 78 reviews; minimum two.

★ 4.96 (78 reviews) · €50 per person · 3h–4h · Port or hotel transfers
TourBest forPriceRatingDurationTrade-off
Seven Waterfalls & Local Lunch Seven falls and lunch €45 per person 4.8★ (250) 3h 30m Moderate fitness required
City Tour, Amber Cove & Taino Bay City visit from either port €40 per person 4.98★ (93) 3h 15m Cable car and lunch excluded
Private Guide, Rum & Chocolate Sightseeing at your own pace €50 per person 4.96★ (78) 3h–4h Per person pricing; minimum two, lunch extra
Monkeyland & Zipline Adventure Monkeys plus zip lines €82 per person 4.9★ (403) 6h Cruise guests must book through their cruise line
Half Day Buggy, Two Person Option Buggy from either cruise port €107 per group/vehicle 4.82★ (318) 3h Bandanas and photos cost extra
VIP DayPass, Puerto Plata Pick Up ATV, zip lines and horses €145 per person 4.88★ (86) 6h Weight limits for zip lines, horses and ATVs
Hotel Beach Horseback Ride & Swim Playa Dorada hotel guests €72 per person 4.92★ (51) 3h 45m Minimum two; photos and meals extra
Private Catamaran, Option for Ten Stated ship return guarantee €908 per group/vehicle 4.91★ (57) 3h Beach boarding uses a ladder

Our editorial picks require a rating of 4.5★ or higher and at least 50 traveler reviews. Read our methodology.

Best tours in Puerto Plata, rated by travelers

The highest-rated experiences here, chosen by thousands of real reviews.

Private tour
5.0 Excellent 119 reviews
4h

Guided Puerto Plata City Tour

"Discover the hidden gems and unforgettable stories of Puerto Plata on this one-of-a-kind tour! Whether you're a history buff, a culture enthusiast, o...

Free cancellation
4.9 Excellent 180 reviews
2h–3h

Monkey Mania Puerto Plata

Step into a world of wonder and excitement at Monkey Mania in beautiful Puerto Plata! This extraordinary experience invites you into the heart of natu...

Free cancellation
Bestseller
4.9 Excellent 1538 reviews
4h 30m

Monkeyland Puerto Plata

A must do for any nature lover, get the unique chance to see a family of squirrel monkeys eating right from a fruit bowl in your hands....

Free cancellation
Private tour
4.9 Excellent 267 reviews
4h

Private & Customizable Puerto Plata City Tour

Discover Puerto Plata in an authentic way on a tour for hotel guests and cruise passengers from Amber Cove and Taino Bay. Learn about our history, cul...

Free cancellation
4.9 Excellent 403 reviews
6h

Monkeyland and Zipline Adventure from Puerto Plata

Clip on and get ready for some serious Zip Lining! Full tuition is given before-hand at our training center with our highly skilled Zip Lining Guides....

Free cancellation
4.9 Excellent 122 reviews
3h

VIP Party Boat & Snorkeling

Spend a fantastic morning or afternoon on a catamaran cruise with this excursion from Puerto Plata, Sosua. Relax in comfortable transportation as you ...

Free cancellation
Private tour
4.9 Excellent 174 reviews
3h 30m

Puerto Plata City Private Tour

Discover history, culture, and flavors of Puerto Plata on a city tour lasting approx 3 hours. Begin at Rum factory, where you’ll learn about Dominica...

Free cancellation
4.9 Excellent 171 reviews
4h 30m

Monkey Park Tour and Damajagua waterfalls in Puerto Plata.

This Monkey Home and Damajagua waterfalls tour offers pick up at all Puerto Plata hotels, as well as both Taino Bay and Amber Cove cruise ports. A to...

Free cancellation
4.9 Excellent 134 reviews
2h

Dominican ATV Safari & Coconut Cove Beach Escape

Leave the pristine resort behind and discover the wild side of the island on a high-speed dirt riding expedition. Navigate deep into lush tropical bac...

Free cancellation
4.9 Excellent 117 reviews
8h 30m

Triple fun! Monkeyland + Damajagua Waterfalls + Buggies from Puerto Plata

This is an unique experience! Amazing natural scenery in the tropical mountain range! Visit a typical Dominican colmado. Transportation by open air sa...

Free cancellation
4.81
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Frequently Asked Questions

Choose Private Customizable Puerto Plata City Tour for a city outing you can tailor, or Monkeyland & Zipline Adventure for a Monkeyland visit plus zip lines. For example, Private Customizable Puerto Plata City Tour costs €105 per person, rated 4.91 from 267 reviews. Monkeyland & Zipline Adventure costs €82 per person, rated 4.9 from 403 reviews; cruise guests must book it through their cruise line.

For city sightseeing on a limited budget, start with Guided Puerto Plata City Tour at €43 per person. The per-person median is €64; the middle half costs €53 to €79 per person. For example, Guided Puerto Plata City Tour costs €43 per person, rated 4.97 from 119 reviews. Listings priced per vehicle or group: 8. Divide the vehicle price by your party size.

For horseback riding, allow most of the day: the collection's median is 6 hours. Use the short-tour filter if your time ashore is limited. The overall median is 4 hours; 31 of the 74 tours stating a duration take up to three hours. In the horseback collection, 4 of 6 exceed five hours. For example, Hotel Beach Horseback Ride & Swim lists Playa Dorada hotel pickup: €72 per person, rated 4.92 from 51 reviews.

For limited mobility, start with operator-marked city tours. Use the kids filter for strollers or infants; that flag does not establish eligibility for waterfall or zipline activities. Operator-marked wheelchair access: 13 of 22 city tours. The separate kids flag means strollers and infants accepted: 18 in that same collection. For example, the Private Catamaran has beach boarding by ladder: €908 per boat, rated 4.91 from 57 reviews. Divide the boat price by your party size. Filter first, then confirm access with the operator.

For pickup and return at either cruise port, choose City Tour, Amber Cove & Taino Bay. The Hotel Beach Horseback Ride & Swim instead lists Playa Dorada hotel pickup. City Tour, Amber Cove & Taino Bay states pickup and return at Amber Cove or Taino Bay: €40 per person, rated 4.98 from 93 reviews; cable car and lunch excluded. Hotel Beach Horseback Ride & Swim: €72 per person, rated 4.92 from 51 reviews. A stated port return is not an all-aboard guarantee.

Choose Private Guide, Rum & Chocolate when controlling the pace matters to your party; for two or four people, budget its quoted price for each traveller. 16 of 74 tours are private. Private and shared per-person medians are €57 and €68: a spread between different products, not a premium for the same tour. For two or four, multiply the per-person quote by your party size. Private Guide, Rum & Chocolate costs €50 per person, rated 4.96 from 78 reviews; port or hotel transfers, lunch extra.

Figures in these answers come from the 74 tours on this page, as of October 16, 2026; one transfer or rental listing is left out of the counts.