Alcohol is served to adults only. 4.71 from 230 reviews at €67 per person for 6h.
In our comparison: #11 of 13 in Countryside Safaris, Chocolate & Cigars, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).
One price for every traveller: €67 per adult.
Children from €58 (ages 3 to 5). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 26 September 2026.
93% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 213 of 230
Star breakdown of all 230 ratings
Reviewers value the guides, cultural visits and lunch, but the outing can run longer than advertised.
Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (4 October 2024 to 14 September 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 4 October 2026.
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Playa Macao is a beach located in the northern part of Bávaro in the eastern region of the Dominican Republic. Playa Macao contains white sand with palm trees in its surroundings. It is very popular with the locals and is also a tourist spot for surfers and those who take buggies and four wheel tours.
1h · Admission includedThe Basilica of Higüey, whose official name is Basilica Catedral Nuestra Señora de la Altagracia, is a Catholic sanctuary in Salvaleón de Higüey, Dominican Republic. It is the cathedral of the diocese of Nuestra Señora de la Altagracia in Higüey and one of the busiest sanctuaries in the Caribbean.
2h · Admission includedWe start with the Typical Dominican Souvenir store where you can buy your gifts for your relatives. Afterwards we will see the demonstration of handmade cigars. Following the visit to the Typical House where you can see the Dominican culture from the most humble that we can be.
3hThis tour allows you to see the 'real' Dominican Republic, outside of the resorts.
Choose from half- or full-day tours aboard a safari truck led by a tour guide, driver, and bartender. This is a Half Day Tour.
Pick up and drop off at your hotel or place of lodging.
• Transportation with Truck Safari
• Tour guide
• Visit typical souvenir shop and demonstration of handmade cigars.
• Panoramic view of the school
• Visit to the city of Higüey, with a panoramic view of the Basilica.
• Walk inside the Local Market in Higüey
• Visit to the Higüey Mountains and arrive at the ranch for a Dominican buffet style lunch.
• Ride on the River.
• You will visit a Typical Dominican House where you can see the process of Coffee, Cocoa and Fruits, tasting included.
• Horse ride.
• We visit the Macao beach where you will have the opportunity to swim.
• Drinks during the excursion. (Water / Rum / Juice)
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| This tour · #11 of 13 | €67 | 6h | 4.71 (230) | shared |
| Road Off Half Day Buggy with Chocolate and Coffee Tasting | €44 | 3h | 4.94 (333) | shared |
| Buggy Ride Into the jungle with cave coffee & chocolate tasting | €48 | 4h | 4.91 (525) | shared |
| 4x4 Dominican Adventure with Chocolate and Coffee Tasting | €54 | 4h | 4.84 (3029) | shared |
Ranked #11 of 13 in Countryside Safaris, Chocolate & Cigars by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €25 to €91, median €52; typical length 4h. 0 of 13 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 13 Countryside Safaris, Chocolate & Cigars