Santo Domingo

Rafting in the highlands, canyoning down waterfalls, biking down a mountain, experiencing Cabarete night life, exploring the fascinating colonial zone of Santo Domingo.
Description

For those with limited time looking to experience the best of the Dominican Republic, this comfortable week-long adventure offers a true taste of the region. On this active adventure, you'll go whitewater rafting on the Yaque del Norte River then really get your adrenaline pumping rappelling down a waterfall on a canyoning adventure. Tear it up on mountain bikes through the stunning scenery of the Septentrional Range and enjoy a dose of local culture in Santo Domingo. While plenty of activities are included, you'll always have free time to explore or relax—ensuring you a true once-in-a-lifetime adventure.

Santo Domingo is the capital and largest city in the Dominican Republic. The city is located on the south side of the island on the Caribbean Sea, and at the mouth of the Ozama River. Founded by Bartholomew Columbus (brother of Christopher) in 1496, it is the oldest continuously inhabited European settlement in the Americas, and was the first seat of Spanish colonial rule in the New World. Today, Santo Domingo is the Dominican Republic's major metropolis, and is the largest city in the Caribbean by population.
Day 2-3 Jarabacoa (2B,L,2D)
Guided walking tour of Santo Domingo Colonial Zone and half-day whitewater rafting on the Yaque del Norte River. Option to ride by horesback to the Jimenoa Waterfall or visit organic coffee plantation Finca Alta Gracia.

A beautiful adventure in breath-taking surroundings, carving through the “Dominican Alps” you will experience excellent class III rapids that will change your image of a Caribbean island forever. Experience jumping from the "El Cerrazo" rock and swimming through the "Crocodile" rapids. Rapids are gentle to start with, allowing time to learn skills and understand guide commands, leading to more challenging sections of river later in the trip. Rafting is followed by lunch and then transfer back to the hotel.