Day 1: Damajagua and Playa Dorada
Start early. Pickup from your hotel around 8:00 AM for the 27 Charcos de Damajagua tour. You will spend 3-4 hours climbing the canyon, jumping from waterfalls and sliding down natural chutes. Lunch is usually included at the park visitor center.
Back at your hotel by 2:30 PM. Nap, shower, then head to Playa Dorada for a relaxed afternoon. Sunset cocktails on the beach around 6:00 PM, dinner at one of the resort restaurants or try Mares in the marina for fresh seafood.
Day 2: Cable car, old town and Ocean World
Breakfast, then the Teleferico cable car to Mount Isabel de Torres. Opens at 9:00 AM, first ride is the least crowded. Spend 90 minutes at the top exploring the Christ statue, botanical gardens and the viewpoint.
Lunch in the old town Victorian district. Try Skina or Polanco for Dominican food. In the afternoon, head to Ocean World Adventure Park for dolphin encounters and the lazy river, or simply relax by the pool before your flight or cruise departure.
Day-by-day timeline
| Time | Day 1 | Day 2 |
|---|---|---|
| 8:00 AM | Pickup for Damajagua | Breakfast |
| 9:30 AM | 27 Charcos canyoning | Teleferico cable car |
| 1:00 PM | Lunch at park | Lunch old town |
| 3:00 PM | Playa Dorada beach | Ocean World park |
| 6:30 PM | Sunset cocktails | Dinner Sosua |
Budget breakdown
- Damajagua tour with transport: $60-90
- Teleferico cable car: $15-25
- Ocean World entry: $79 (day pass)
- Meals (4-5 per 2 days): $40-70
- Taxi / transfers: $30-60
Book the Damajagua tour
The Day 1 highlight. Free cancellation up to 24 hours and hotel pickup.
Frequently asked questions
Yes, 2 days covers the top highlights: 27 Charcos de Damajagua, the Teleferico cable car, Playa Dorada and the old town Victorian district. For Samana whale watching or Cayo Arena add a third day.
Budget $150-220 per person for mid-range travelers: $60-90 Damajagua tour, $25 cable car, $30-50 meals, $30-60 transport. Staying at an all-inclusive in Playa Dorada cuts food and drink costs significantly.
Start with Damajagua on Day 1 morning when you have the most energy, then rest on the beach in Playa Dorada. Save the cable car and old town for Day 2 when muscles are sore from the canyon.
