




Get ready for the most exciting experience of your life! Cayo Arena, whose real name is Cayo Paraiso is a coral island situated to the northwest of the Dominican Republic, off the coast of Puerto Plata in Punta Rusia. Stunningly beautiful, this little island was plunged into a beautiful landscape that people think it's like being in a dream. Imagine sunbathing on a small island in the sea surrounded by white sands and clear waters where you can see the bottom with incredible sharpness, their colors ranging from the Green Turquoise Acqua literally is this island called Cayo Arena.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 30.
This sandbar that is frequently visited by hundreds of tourists is a jewel of nature, a true paradise in the Caribbean. It is difficult to know the size because it contracts and expands depending on the seasons of ocean currents, which contradicts its location, which is one of the driest areas of the Dominican Republic. Your excursion to Cayo Arena offers a wonderful tour departing from Puerto Plata, in comfortable air-conditioned buses and experienced drivers, accompanied by professional guides. Head to the north of the Dominican Republic and get ready for a journey full of splendid landscapes and green mountains to Punta Rusia, a picturesque fishing village on the coast of Puerto Plata. Once you reach Punta Rusia, in La Isabela Bay, you will board a boat to take you to Cayo Arena. Board a modern speed boat, and admire the flora and fauna of the waterway and visit the national park, navigating through the mangroves, with a variety of beautiful natural colors. If you are lucky, you'll see the famous mammal, the manatee. This animal is popularly known as a sea cow! After 45-minutes enjoying this unforgettable ride we arrived at Cayo Arena, here we have free time to snorkel and observe many species of fish of all colors, take pictures, take a refreshing swim in crystal clear water, chatting with fishermen who come to Island or relax in fine sand.
After a full-day out on Cayo Arena, you'll be transported back to your Puerto Plata hotel.
We pick up from most hotels and accommodations around Puerto Plata, Cabarete, Sosúa and Playa Dorada. If you are staying in a condo, depending on the location we might arrange a meeting point for pick up.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cayo Arena Day Trip from Puerto Plata lasts about 10 hours. The itinerary has 2 stops.
Prices start at $95 per person for this Puerto Plata experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, starting at 7:00 AM.
Children aged 3–12 pay from $75, adults from $95. Infants go free.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Yes, pickup is offered. We pick up from most hotels and accommodations around Puerto Plata, Cabarete, Sosúa and Playa Dorada. If you are staying in a condo, depending on the location we might arrange a meeting point for pick up. Pickup points include Blue JackTar Hotel, El Cabarete Spa & Resort.
The experience is available in DE, EN, FR, ES.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 50 participants.
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 3.8 out of 5 across 13 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Runners Adventures.
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| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Cayo Arena Day Trip from Puerto Plata | 10 hours | 3.8 (13) | $95 | |
Visit Paradise Island Cayo Arena from Puerto Plata | 6 hours | — | $120 | View |
Cayo Arena Catamaran Cruise from Puerto Plata with Lunch | 10 hours | 4.4 (15) | $160 | View |
Puerto Plata : Cayo Arena Snorkel Lunch and Mangroves | 6–7 hours | 5.0 (3) | $95 | View |
Full Day Tour to Paradise Island - Cayo Arena | 7–8 hours | 4.7 (26) | $92 | View |
Full-Day Tour to Punta Rucia and Cayo Arena with Snorkeling | 9–11 hours | 4.0 (21) | $89 | View |
Cayo Arena Exclusive Tour with Lunch | 9 hours | 3.5 (6) | $150 | View |