Rainforest Trek to Natural Pool - Taino Bay & Amber Cove Ports

Dominican Republic
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Duration4h 30m
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 16 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Trek through a beautiful tropical forest, crossing a suspension bridge and streams while discovering the flora, fauna and medicinal plants along the way to a natural pool.
Begin your nature-adventure with a fully narrated drive in an air-conditioned van or mini bus, to the trek start-point with time for restrooms, a short orientation and safety briefing as well as safety equipment is provided. Your enthusiastic guide will assist in identifying tropical birds and plants along the trail. You will discover the many traditional uses and medicinal qualities of plant roots, leaves and flowers. Splash across streams while enjoying the view along the way to a natural forest pool and cascade where you may choose to take a dip in the refreshing water. You will then make the return trek to the start-point. Time is provided to change or use the facilities before reboarding your bus or mini-van for the lively return to the port complete with merengue music and complimentary rum punch.

What's included

  • Bottled water
  • Transportation by air-conditioned van or mini bus
  • Complimentary rum punch following the hike
  • Port pickup and drop-off
  • Live commentary on board
  • Participants who do not arrive with appropriate footwear will be required to rent shoes for $2
  • Gratuities (optional yet appreciated)

What to expect

  1. Puerto Plata
    Pass by
    Sights and sounds near and through the historic district of Puerto Plata.
  2. Amber Cove Excursions & Tours
    3h · Admission ticket included
    A tropical forest trek to a waterfall and natural pool!

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

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TOUR DEPARTURE TIME IS 45-MINUTES AFTER THE SHIP'S ACTUAL ARRIVAL. IF THE SHIP IS EARLY OR LATE THE DEPARTURE TIME REMAINS THE SAME (45-MINUTES AFTER THE SHIP'S ACTUAL ARRIVAL).

TAINO BAY, PUERTO PLATA: Just outside the port main gates approximately 8 minute walk from the pier. Look for signs that read, "Puerto Plata Adventures".

Look for our Welcome Team with signs that read, "Puerto Plata Adventures".

It is important that you be with the first groups to leave the ship as we aim to depart 45-minutes after your ship’s actual arrival (or when the gangway is in place).

TOUR DEPARTURE TIME IS 45-MINUTES AFTER THE SHIP'S ACTUAL ARRIVAL. IF THE SHIP IS EARLY OR LATE THE DEPARTURE TIME REMAINS THE SAME (45-MINUTES AFTER THE SHIP'S ACTUAL ARRIVAL).

Important Note: there are two (2) ports in Puerto Plata - Taino Bay, Puerto Plata AND Amber Cove (less than 15-minutes apart by car. If your ship announces an "itinerary change" to either port - we will be there. We will provide you with the new map and meet instructions. There is no need to cancel your excursion!

Additional information

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
  • At time of booking, cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
  • This activity is not suitable for participants with back problems, heart complaints, respiratory issues or other serious medical conditions or for pregnant women
  • This tour is not wheelchair accessible. Cane and walker users may not participate.
  • Minimum age is 10 years old
  • Participants will cross small streams in order to arrive at the waterfall. Appropriate footwear is required (water shoes, sneakers that can get wet or sport sandals with a back strap). Participants who do not arrive with appropriate footwear will be required to rent shoes for $2 once at the hike start point
  • This adventure is for participants in good physical condition
  • Participants must be able to easily navigate uneven and slippery terrain; inclines/declines and sandy areas
  • Must be in good physical condition

Cancellation policy

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