Waterfalls Combo, Pickup Included

Overview

This half-day combo from Puerto Plata packs two of the area's most popular attractions into about 4.5 hours: the Damajagua Waterfalls and a squirrel monkey park. Pickup is included, with transport offered from Amber Cove, Taino Bay, and Puerto Plata hotels, and the day ends with drop-off at one of 13 locations.

The first stop is Damajagua, where the group hikes up alongside the river and then descends through the waterfalls and natural pools, swimming and sliding along the way. Helmets and life jackets are provided, and a professional guide leads the activity. Reviews mention a long hike to reach the start of the falls section, so a reasonable level of fitness helps.

From there the van continues to the monkey park, where staff explain the monkeys' behavior, characteristics, daily routines, and care. Reviews frequently call this portion the highlight of the day, especially for families. Lunch, tips, and water shoes are not included, so plan for those separately. The tour runs in English and Spanish and is built with cruise schedules in mind.

What's Included

Itinerary

1. PickupPickup is offered from 13 possible locations, covering Amber Cove, Taino Bay, and Puerto Plata hotels.
2. Van transfer to DamajaguaA drive through the Dominican countryside toward the waterfalls.
3. Damajagua WaterfallsHike up the river valley, then swim, slide, and explore the waterfalls and natural pools with a guide and safety equipment provided.
4. Van transfer to Monkey ParkA drive to the squirrel monkey park, with entrance fees included.
5. Monkey Park visitObserve squirrel monkeys in a tropical setting while staff explain their behavior, characteristics, and daily care.
6. Return transferDrop-off at one of 13 drop-off locations.

What To Expect From The Tour

A few practical points worth knowing before booking this combo.

• Bring water shoes. Water shoes are on the bring list and are not included in the price. Swimwear, a towel, and a change of clothes belong in the same bag.
• Fitness for the falls. Reviewers describe the hike to the start of the falls section as long. The listing flags the waterfalls as physically demanding and excludes anyone with back or heart problems.
• Crowds are normal. One reviewer called this a popular excursion on the island, and another noted moving in a large group of people at the falls, with a queue before starting the descent. If you prefer quiet sites, set expectations accordingly.
• Skip sunscreen before the monkeys. The listing asks guests to skip sunscreen, lotion and insect repellent before the monkey interaction. Apply it after the falls instead, or wash hands before the monkey stop.
• Feeding the monkeys. One traveller mentioned feeding the squirrel monkeys while the on-site guide explained their behavior and daily routine. Several reviews single out the monkey portion as the most memorable part of the day.
• No lunch included. Lunch, tips, and water shoes are excluded. Bottled water is provided, but eat before pickup or plan for food afterward.

Common issues. This $89 combo is not suitable for children under 8, pregnant women, or people with back or heart problems. One reviewer reported running only four waterfalls instead of the number they expected, possibly because of low water levels, so the number of slides and jumps can vary with conditions. Crowds at the falls are a recurring theme, including a queue before the descent and hiking alongside other groups. Lunch, tips, and water shoes cost extra.

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