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The largest and most "Russian" resort in the Dominican Republic in detail: how to get there, the best hotels, local entertainment and where to eat?
Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic is one of the most popular tourist destinations, which is called a piece of paradise. The resort is located on the east coast, where the waters of the Atlantic Ocean and the Caribbean Sea meet.
In this article, we will share useful information with those who choose a vacation in Punta Cana, namely, with fans of a hot climate, surfing, diving, golf and tennis, like ourselves. 🙂
Holidays in Punta Cana 2021
Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic was chosen by romantic couples in love and respectable married couples. But, judging by the reviews, there are also many places for a noisy company of friends here where you can have fun.
Whether you are looking for a 14-day tour or a 7-day tour, you will always find something to do. Tourists can choose from three national parks, mangrove forests, fish restaurants. Therefore, a tour for a week may seem insufficient to some.
Price for tours to Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. Where is the best place to look for yourself?
Comparing the prices for trips to Punta Cana for all tour operators at once, these three aggregators give out the cheapest options possible.
- Travelata
- Level.Travel
- Onlinetours
We have been using these proven sites for a long time and advise everyone. By the way, do not forget about the section "last minute tours"! You can often grab a very profitable option there. 🙂
On average, tours to Punta Cana for two per season cost from 140,000 rubles for 10 days.
When is the season in the Dominican Republic?
The climate of the Dominican Republic is one of the friendliest. Summer lasts almost all year round. The air temperature rarely drops below + 23 ° С. The country has two seasons - dry and wet. The weather in Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic is dominated by a subtropical climate, but thanks to the mild breezes and trade winds, it rarely gets sweltering heat.
Punta Cana Monthly Weather
- January - clear and warm, almost without precipitation, average daytime temperature + 27 ° С ... + 30 ° С
- February - a very dry month, many cloudless days and comfortable nights, daytime temperature + 26 ° С ... + 30 ° С
- March - warm and dry weather remains with daytime temperature + 28 ° С ... + 30 ° С
- April - the beginning of the rainy season, but there are still many fine days, the air temperature is + 28 ° С ... + 30 ° С
- May - intermittent rains in the evenings, daytime temperatures up to + 30 ° С
- June - the number of sunny and rainy days is the same, the air temperature is + 28 ° С ... + 32 ° С
- July - the number of rainy days increases, it rains in the evenings, in the afternoon - + 30 ° С ... + 32 ° С
- August - showers become more frequent, hurricanes occur, the air warms up to + 32 ° С
- September - frequent rains with hurricanes, air temperature + 30 ° С, high humidity
- October - the amount of rain gradually decreases, the weather is warm
- November - an increase in the number of sunny days, the air warms up to + 28 ° С
- December - clear warm weather with a daytime temperature of + 27 ° С ... + 28 ° С is established.
Now, having familiarized yourself with the weather, you can see the prices for tours to Punta Cana (Dominican Republic) in the month that suits you.
The price is indicated for one person when buying a tour for two
What to see in Punta Cana? Local entertainment
We have studied the main attractions of the resort and collected photos and descriptions for you. Many of them are unique natural and historical relics. Punta Cana is located in the province of La Altagracia, which is famous for its excellent beaches, national parks and the small town of Higuey. Here is the famous cathedral, which attracts thousands of pilgrims every year.
So what is the first place to see in Punta Cana?
"Show" of red crabs
Eyes Ecological Ecological Park has preserved natural tropical fauna and flora - red crabs, green snakes, lizards, frogs. "Shows" for visitors are arranged by crabs during the mating season, crawling to the surface.
Manati Park
The reserve, which is located near Punta Cana, amazes guests with a wide variety of animals and exuberant flowering of exotic plants. One of the most interesting places in the park is a recreated Indian village, where you can get acquainted with the culture and customs of the local population.
House Museum of Ponce de Leon
The house was built over five hundred years ago by the Spanish conquistador. It is noteworthy that the structure has been preserved practically in its original form. Today you can see furniture and household items of those ancient times.
Marine Park "Marinarium"
The Marinarium is a unique marine park in the eastern part of the Dominican Republic, which allows you to swim with sharks and take pictures with stingrays.
From the tips - check the mask before sailing from the ship, water may leak. Also take your underwater camera with you to capture the beauty of the underwater reefs.
Outback jungle safari
The excursion is a day of acquaintance with the life and life of ordinary Dominicans. If you have a more or less tolerable level of English, we recommend taking a tour at the hotel, and not from your guides.
You won't regret it, it will be a very fun trip! You will learn a lot about the culture of the locals and take with you atypical photos for your Instagram. 🙂
Other notable places in Punta Cana include golf courses, caves, diving centers. The entertainment of the resort will not let you get bored. Do you want an interesting and fun time in the evening? Head to Imagine Punta Cana Nightclub, set in a cave with an original design and interior. There is also a casino in Punta Cana. Active vacationers have the opportunity to go horse riding, safari, rafting, helicopter rides.
Beaches in Punta Cana
The beaches of Punta Cana can also be classified as local attractions. Among them there are both public and private, intended for hotel guests.
One of the most beautiful - Arena Gorda beach... The beach is so clean that, according to tourists' reviews, you can see clouds reflecting on the sand. 🙂 And it's just a surfer's paradise, there are often stormy seas!
Cabeza de Toro beach - a secluded place surrounded by dense tropical forest. The sea here is very calm; coral reefs separate it from the open ocean.
Coastal beach at El Cortesito marked with the Blue Flag insignia. Free admission. This Punta Cana beach is famous for its purest white sand and easy entry into the water.
Bavaro beach - one of the main and most populous beaches of the resort. Here you will be in the sun on the smallest white sand surrounded by coconut trees. Minus - algae, but near hotels they try to remove them in a timely manner. Bavaro in Punta Cana is a very long beach, but its sand is always cool. The beach is one of the ten best vacation spots not only in the Dominican Republic, but also in the world and is marked with the Blue Flag.
All the beaches of Punta Cana have excellent infrastructure and provide all the opportunities for water activities and sports.
Resort Map (Beaches)
For your convenience, we have prepared a special map on which you can familiarize yourself with the location of the popular beaches of Punta Cana. On the map, beaches are highlighted with blue marks, when you click on them, detailed information appears.
The 10 Best Hotels in Punta Cana
Now we will tell you where you can stay in Punta Cana, at first there will be more expensive options (5 star hotels), and below - at very affordable prices.
Expensive and cool:
The 5 * Iberostar Grand Hotel Bavaro is an excellent hotel with fairly spacious rooms, which are always very clean. Excellent cuisine (all inclusive). This hotel is for adults only, which is a plus for those looking for a relaxing stay. The service is at a very high level. The staff tries to learn Russian, which is nice. 🙂
5 * Zoetry Agua Punta Cana is an excellent hotel for those who value quality service and the ocean.The main concept is the desire to help and please you in everything. The beach at the hotel is one of the best in Punta Cana, there are practically no people on it, due to the fact that the hotel is located at a considerable distance from the main recreation areas.
5 * Eden Rock At Cap Cana - has an ideal location, near the airport, and the hotel will take you on its own comfortable transport. We recommend taking a villa - your own pool, no neighbors are visible, each villa comes with an electric golf cart, which is convenient to ride not only in the nearest golf club, but in all the surrounding area. The main thing is not to forget to recharge it in time!
5 * The Reserve At Paradisus Palma Real is a hotel with excellent infrastructure, beach and good cuisine (all-inclusive). It is located in such a way that you hardly encounter other guests. There is always room in the dining room, by the pools, on the beach.
5 * Secrets Cap Cana Resort & Spa is a new, clean hotel with a landscaped area, a lot of swimming pools for every taste.
Budgetary and high quality:
4 * Caribe Club Princess Beach Resort & Spa is an excellent hotel for families with children. Well-groomed, clean area with rich vegetation and animals.
4 * IFA Villas Bavaro Resort & Spa - good value for money. Friendly and helpful staff. Very large and beautiful area of the hotel. One of the main advantages is the beach (white sand and wide line).
4 * Four Points by Sheraton Puntacana Village is a budget hotel located close to the airport, but quite far from the center of Punta Cana, where the best resorts, restaurants and shops are located. The taxi ride from the hotel takes about twenty minutes.
3 * Whala! Bavaro is a decent hotel for the money. The ocean is nearby, food is decent, shops are nearby. Rooms are clean and spacious with a balcony overlooking the pool bar. Equipped with air conditioning and ceiling fan.
We have prepared for you a map of these hotels in Punta Cana, so that you can better orient yourself. Hotels are marked with blue tags, when you click on which, detailed information and photos will pop up.
Prices in Punta Cana 2021
The local currency is the Dominican peso. Here you can also pay in US dollars. Exchange rate to the ruble: 1 peso ≈ 1.3 rubles. Prices in Punta Cana, as elsewhere in the resort area, are quite high.
- The average cost of renting a hotel in Punta Cana is 8-15 thousand rubles (three-four-star hotel)
- Prices for food in Punta Cana start at 500 rubles for a regular lunch for one person
- A dinner for two with wine in a restaurant will cost about 2,500 rubles. On average, you need to pay 60-90 rubles for a cup of coffee, and 90-120 rubles for a bottle of local beer.
- The cost of a flight from Moscow to the Dominican Republic is from 40,000 rubles.
Where can I eat?
We have prepared for you a list of proven places where you can have a tasty and inexpensive snack:
- Wacamole - great food, low prices. Average price: 280-500 rubles.
- Kats Corner is a nice place with helpful staff. They speak English. Decent food and cocktails. Average price: 500-600 rubles.
- JOY Nutritional Popsicle is a very nicely decorated place, you will want to take a lot of photos, we assure you. 🙂 Unconventional, incredibly friendly and positive service. The average price is also: 500-600 rubles.
- El Rincon Del Marisco - judging by the reviews, everything is really delicious and inexpensive. 2 servings of lobsters (2 pieces in 1 serving), 2 servings of langoustines (3 pieces per serving), 2 crabs, 30 shrimps and fish about 30 cm, various drinks and side dishes. General check $ 114. What do you think?
- Wendy’s - and if you are looking for burgers and cola on vacation, then this is the place for you. 🙂 Close to the airport. Here your expenses will average 400-600 rubles.
How to get there? Punta Cana airport
Punta Cana International Airport is located 7 km from the city of Punta Cana, 198 km from the city of Santo Domingo, 430 km from Puerto Plata. Today the airport is the largest transport hub in the Dominican Republic and all the Caribbean islands.
The easiest way to get from Punta Cana airport is in the following ways:
- transfer (many 5 star hotels offer an organized transfer from the airport to the hotel door upon arrival in Punta Cana, please check this issue when choosing);
- taxi (you can quickly and comfortably from Punta Cana airport to your hotel by taxi, but you should take care of the order in advance, due to the large number of arriving planes, for example, we often order a taxi on this website).
How long to fly from Punta Cana to Moscow
There is a direct flight from Moscow to Punta Cana. Punta Cana is 9275 km away. The flight will take approximately 12 hours. Flights depart three times a week.
Below you can find the prices for flights Moscow - Punta Cana.
Excursions in Punta Cana
Excursions in the Dominican Republic from Punta Cana include visits to ancient cities and natural attractions, acquaintance with local history, shopping, participation in various entertainment programs.
The most interesting are the following excursions:
- Santo Domingo - the capital of the country, founded by the brother of Christopher Columbus;
- Saona Island - with a visit to the city of artists Altos de Chavon and a unique park;
- Fun-Fun cave - extreme travel for adventure lovers;
- Samana coast - access to the open Atlantic Ocean to meet humpback whales in their natural environment.
Prices for excursions in Punta Cana depend on the distance, the number of tourists, the type of transport for movement. The cost starts from $ 50-80.
Safety. What should you be wary of?
You need to remember about some safety rules:
- leave valuables in the room safe
- you cannot drink from the tap, the water in Punta Cana leaves much to be desired
- do not swim in the open sea
- be careful on the street so as not to fall prey to a pickpocket
- be careful when swimming, there may be poisonous jellyfish and spiny sea urchins in the water
- hurricanes often rage in the country in August-October.
Local transport
All types of transport are developed. From the airport to the hotel, you can order a transfer or take a bus. The intercity bus service in the Dominican Republic is good, the buses are modern and comfortable. The price of a transfer, for example, from the airport to the Four Points by Sheraton Puntacana Village - from 1900 rubles.
You can order a taxi at the airport or hotel, but you need to agree on the fare before the trip, as there may not be a meter in the taxi. Usually, you can get to any place within 25 km from Punta Cana airport for about 1,500 rubles (it also depends on your bargaining ability 🙂).
In the Dominican Republic, you can rent a car. To do this, you must have insurance and a driver's license with you. The cost will come out from about 7,000 rubles in three days. You can rent a car using the link.
Rest in the Dominican Republic with children
How comfortable is rest with children in the Dominican Republic? The resorts of Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic have all the conditions for a comfortable family vacation. There are many modern beaches with clean sand that does not heat up even under the hottest sun.
Most of the hotels are designed for families with children. They offer a variety of entertainment shows and animation programs for young guests, children's pools, mini clubs, playgrounds, babysitting services and children's menus in restaurants.
Among the excursion programs, you can also choose trips that will be interesting, but not very tiring for children.
The main disadvantage of resting in Punta Cana with children is the need for a long flight (about 12 hours). The time difference (8 hours) can also be negatively affected. A child, like an adult, will need some time to acclimatize.
In general, the reviews of tourists show that a vacation with a child in the Dominican Republic and, in particular, in Punta Cana is not only possible, but also beneficial for his health and development.
