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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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4.7 Great 292 reviews
3h
#11 of 17 · ATV & Buggy Tours

AMBER COVE-TAINO BAY Super Buggy Tour

Amber Cove - Taino Bay Super Buggy Tour: We will show you the DR from others views and get more close to the Real Dominican People by visiting Domini...

Free cancellation
4.7 Great 104 reviews
3h–4h
#14 of 17 · ATV & Buggy Tours

ATV Adventure

Get ready for an off-road adventure like no other with our 300cc ATV's! On your own All Terrain Four Wheeler you drive off-road along riverbeds. Driv...

Free cancellation
4.8 Great 705 reviews
4h
#18 of 22 · City Tours & Cable Car

Puerto Plata City Tours

Explore the history and culture of Puerto Plata with a guided excursion in the city’s downtown area Visit the island’s most famous rum factory, and wa...

Free cancellation
4.7 Great 136 reviews
7h
#16 of 19 · Damajagua 27 Waterfalls

Damajagua Waterfalls Adventure from Puerto Plata

Get ready for the thrill of a lifetime! Nestled in the hills of the Northern Corridor of Dominican Republic lies a treasure you won’t likely find any...

Free cancellation
4.5 Great 31 reviews
3h
#8 of 10 · Rum, Cigars & Food Tours

Shore Excursion: Buggy Adventure — Countryside & Local Tasting

Super Buggy has been delivering top-quality adventures for over 15 years, specializing in Buggy and ATV excursions across the Dominican Republic. Your...

Free cancellation
4.6 Great 42 reviews
3h–4h
#17 of 19 · Damajagua 27 Waterfalls

Damajagua 7 Waterfalls Adventure – In Puerto Plata

Get ready for an unforgettable Damajagua adventure! Trek through lush rainforest with an experienced guide, then swim, slide and jump your way through...

Free cancellation
4.5 Great 40 reviews
3h
#19 of 22 · City Tours & Cable Car

Puerto Plata City Tour

This tour has picturesque creativity, colors, and great sightseeing adventures await you on the Puerto Plata City Tour! We will visit the Amber Museum...

Free cancellation
4.7 Great 567 reviews
4h
#9 of 10 · Rum, Cigars & Food Tours

7 waterfalls+typical food

You should do this tour if you love adventure. Puerto Plata with its charms invites you to experience the 27 waterfalls of Damajagua (27 Charcos), dis...

Free cancellation
4.5 Great 39 reviews
8h
#20 of 22 · City Tours & Cable Car

Full Day Puerto Plata: Blue Lagoon & Different destinations

With us you can enjoy these 7 destinations for a single price with no additional cost per ticket. Transportation is also included with a certified dri...

Free cancellation
4.5 Great 44 reviews
2h–3h
#17 of 17 · ATV & Buggy Tours

Puerto Plata Dune Buggy Adventure - Amber cove & Taino Bay

Our Dune Buggy tour in Puerto Plata offers a thrilling escape from the ordinary. Hop into a powerful dune buggy and get ready to conquer the rugged te...

Free cancellation
4.7 Great 392 reviews
4h–5h
#10 of 10 · Rum, Cigars & Food Tours

AMBER COVE-TAINO BAY 7 Damajagua Waterfalls + Locale Food

Welcome to Damajaguas, the most Spectacular series of Water Falls and Canyons at Puerto Plata. 7 Water Falls is for all the Family. After a Moderate 2...

Free cancellation
4.5 Great 57 reviews
4h
#3 of 4 · Snorkeling & Catamaran

Catamaran Party Cruise with Snorkeling & BBQ

The Catamaran Party Cruise starts from Sosua Beach. After being picked up from your hotel we drive to Sosua, where the crew waits for you to prepare ...

Free cancellation
In high demand
4.6 Great 139 reviews
6h 30m
#4 of 4 · Snorkeling & Catamaran

Catamaran Day Trip, Snorkeling & Sailing Excursion

Spend a beautiful day on the ocean sailing along the coast line. Visit two snorkeling spots and enjoy lunch and open bar on board....

Free cancellation
4.6 Great 154 reviews
6h–7h
#21 of 22 · City Tours & Cable Car

Puerto Plata City Tour

This 6-hour sightseeing city tour will take you from the popular oceanfront boulevard of Puerto Plata to the top of Mount Isabel, where you will find ...

Free cancellation
4.6 Great 243 reviews
4h 40m
#22 of 22 · City Tours & Cable Car

Puerto Plata City Tour & Mount Isabel de Torres by Truck

Experience the highlights of Puerto Plata's cityscape and its landmarks. Independence Central Park, Cathedral San Felipe, Amber Museum, The Umbrella S...

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
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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.