The number of things you can do in the Dominican Republic is simply endless. Most tourism destinations offer an incredible variety of restaurants and nightlife. The larger Dominican cities host different events and festivals all year round. You can shop for souvenirs, participate in some action sports, take a sightseeing tour, or even get married. Your SuperClubs hosts want to share the beauty of their islands with you. Excellent tours are available, with experienced, friendly guides and can be arranged by the Concierge at your hotel.
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Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic (at 1:22 PM local time)
Shopping
The typical shopping visitors do during their visit is to buy souvenirs, either to keep for
yourself, or to bring back to loved ones. Souvenir-wise, the Dominican Republic
offers locally made handicrafts of all types, which are available in some
variety at every tourism destination in the country. Souvenirs range from
colorful Dominican and Haitian paintings; to wood and soapstone carvings; to
ceramics and mahogany furniture; to fine Amber and Larimar jewelry; to beachwear
and sarongs. The most popular though, are the Dominican-made cigars, rum and
coffee.
Whale Watching
Between January and March each year, thousands of Humpback Whales of the North Atlantic
population, migrate to the Samana Bay region, on the North Coast of the
Dominican Republic. Boat tour operators will take you out into the bay, trying
to get you as close as possible, so that you may witness these incredible,
large, warm blooded mammals play in the sea.
Ocean Marine & Water Park
This marine park is located 5 km west of Puerto Plata has the world's largest dolphin
lagoon, the only sea lion encounter of its kind, the world's first shark
interaction pool, along with tigers, exotic birds, reptiles and tropical fish.
Ocean World, the headquarters for exciting natural encounters, has created a
park where marine animals and we humans can meet on common ground. Designed by a
talented group of marine experts, Deep Down Discoveries allows you to choose
your own adventure from a long, fascinating list.
Whats your fancy? Swimming with dolphins? Diving over a coral reef? Falling in love with
the sea lions? Or, if you are particularly daring, petting and feeding sharks in
their 200,000-gallon pool? Floating with and patting huge Rays and finding
they dont sting at all? Still another experience? Hold a seven-foot nurse
shark in your lap dont worry, youre perfectly safe. So relax and
glance upwards at the exotic tropical birds in the jungle trees overhead.
Horseback Riding
The Equestrian Center at Sea Horse Ranch allows visitors to see another side of this
fascinating island on horseback. The trail leads through picturesque
countryside to lush mountains or right along the edge of the sea, a most
exhilarating experience. Tours are operated daily, and you can reserve your
mount at the resort travel desk.
Columbus Aquaparque/Water Park
This waterslide park is located 2 km west of Sosua and is the largest waterslide park
in the Caribbean. The park has many different types (levels) of slides, as well
as swimming pools, restaurants and shops. The park is generally open from 10:00
am until 5:00 pm daily and occasionally hosts live musical performances on
weekends.
