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Punta Cana Half-Day Cultural Safari with Lunch and Drinks

4.7 Great 230 reviews
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6h
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German, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Free cancellation Instant confirmation Live guide

Ratings & Reviews

4.7
230 reviews
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Ratings collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor

Guidekin's take

Bartender on the truck in our Countryside Safaris, Chocolate & Cigars comparison.

Trade-off: Alcohol for adults only; six hours.

Last checked: September 20, 2026. Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Overview

Guidekin summary

A half day in an open safari truck with a guide, driver and bartender on board: Higüey and its basilica, a cigar demonstration, coffee and chocolate tasting, a Dominican buffet and a swim at Macao Beach, with hotel pickup. Alcohol is served to adults only. 4.71 from 230 reviews at €71 per person for 6h.

From the guide

This 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)

Schedule & Availability

Runs daily
Departs: 08:00
Scheduled through December 2027

This tour runs daily, departing at 08:00. Scheduled through December 2027. These are the operator’s scheduled departures, not a live seat count: availability is confirmed at checkout. Schedule last checked September 20, 2026.

What's Included

Alcoholic Beverages
Bathing in Macao Beach
Tasting of Coffee and Natural Chocolate
Pick up and drop off at your hotel
(Dominican Buffet)

Itinerary

Playa Macao Stop 1
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 included
Basilica of Our Lady of Altagracia Stop 2
The 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 included
Higuey Stop 3
We 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.
3h

Departure & Return

Pickup included

If your hotel or meeting place is not listed, you can contact us to coordinate your pick-up. That's why you won't stay without doing your excursion!!

Additional Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Alcoholic beverages not served to minors

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

1+ daysFull refund
0-1 daysNo refund
From € 71 / person