Visit one of the most beautiful islands on the North Coast. Paradise Island will welcome you with turquoise water, white sand and colorful reef. Visit the Monte Cristi National Park where you can explore the mangrove jungle and see local wild life.
After being collected from your hotel in Puerto Plata, Sosua or Cabarete, make your way to Punta Rucia and enjoy the amazing views of the lovely Dominican landscapes.
Here, climb aboard a speedboat that will take you to Cayo Arena ( the local name of Paradise Island ) Upon arrival on the island, you will be welcomed by turquoise waters and white sand. Go ashore to sunbathe and explore or take a guided snorkeling tour during which you will see a variety of tropical fish and coral. Enjoy a selection of fresh fruits and drinks which will be served on the island.
Before lunch, take a speedboat ride through the mangroves.
On the way back we make a stop at a local market.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, and Sat
Start times
7:00 AM
Next available
Mon, Oct 5
Adult (ages 12–80)
$89
Child (ages 2–11)
$55
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
In demand: 10 of the next 21 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 3.
Tour Options
Paradise Island VIP
Paradise Island tour with Lobster, Beer, Wine and Cider.Drinks and fresh fruits on the island.
Pickup included
Paradise Island Regular
Paradise Island tour with Typical Dominican Lunch Buffet, drinks and fresh fruits on the island.
Pickup included
Itinerary
Eric Tours International
Pass by
Organizing the tour
Cabarete
20 min
Pick up at the hotels in Cabarete
Sosua
20 min
Pick up at the hotels in Sosua
Puerto Plata
120 min
Pick up at the hotel in Puerto Plata.
Driving through the country side to Punta Rucia.
Playa Ensenada
30 min
At Playa Ensenada the Speed Boat is waiting to take you to Paradise Island
Paradise Island & The Mangroves (Cayo Arena)
Admission included180 min
Cayo Arena, the local name of Paradise Island. Here you will get fresh fruits and drinks. The snorkeling gear is provided and a guided snorkeling tour.
After the visit on Paradise Island you go through the mangroves with the Speed Boat.
Punta Rucia
45 min
In Punta Rucia a typical Dominican lunch is served.
Puerto Plata Province
120 min
On the way back we make a stop at a local market, after the market we continue back to your hotel.
What's included
Included
Boat ride through the mangroves
Soft drinks and fresh fruits on the island
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Buffet lunch
National Park fees
Snorkeling Equipment
Not included
Drinks with the lunch
DVD (available to purchase)
Traveller Ratings
4.1
51 reviews
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How it compares in Puerto Plata
No. 47 by number of reviews among 581 tours in Puerto Plata
Starting price $89 is close to the typical $98 for tours of similar length in Puerto Plata
Excurgo comparison of 581 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Don't forget to bring your towel, swimwear and sunblock
Please bring another set of dry clothes the bus ride back
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Paradise Island & Mangroves Tour take?
Paradise Island & Mangroves Tour lasts about 9–11 hours. The itinerary has 8 stops.
How much does Paradise Island & Mangroves Tour cost?
Prices start at $89 per person for this Puerto Plata experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Paradise Island & Mangroves Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, starting at 7:00 AM.
How much does Paradise Island & Mangroves Tour cost for children?
Children aged 2–11 pay from $55, adults from $89.
Does Paradise Island & Mangroves Tour sell out?
It can: 10 of the next 21 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Paradise Island & Mangroves Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Pickup points include El Cabarete Spa & Resort, Marien Puerto Plata.
What languages is Paradise Island & Mangroves Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 20 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(51)
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Mark_F
July 29, 2026
We had an amazing time on...
We had an amazing time on the Paradise Island and Mangrove Tour in Punta Rucia, Puerto Plata! The 1.5-hour drive through small villages was completely worth it. The experience was beautiful, and the service was excellent.
A big thank you to Lotta for the great communication and organization, and to Mathias and the rest of the crew for making the day so enjoyable. Everyone was friendly, professional, and helpful. Highly recommended!
Operator response
Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us! Very appreciated & helpful.
Glad to hear that you an amazing time.
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Climber65594779124
June 9, 2026
Excursion to Paradise Island
We were taken care of upon our arrival at the hotel and were able to make the reservation easily. It was reassuring because we were taken care of. Superb excursion to take!
Operator response
Merci beaucoup pour votre commentaire. Nous sommes ravis que l'excursion vous ait plu.
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Malcolm W
February 28, 2026
Amazing and Fun Trip
The team that drove us on land and sea were great! They made sure everyone had a good time. Matthias was incredible. He was conscientious of my 7 year old daughter and my wife. I so appreciated him. The island swimming and snorkeling was amazing. To top it off through the Mangroves. Trip is worth it!!!
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K9924BQrobertr
February 21, 2026
Doesn't live up to name Paradise
Ours was a different tour, with pigs instead of mangrove, but island part and natural pool is same, vips were on boat for first part then we took a speed boat to see pigs. Paradise Island didn't live up to name. It is small, packed full of people, boats constantly coming and going. It is protected so only thing that can touch the sand is your feet, all bags and such have to hang in cabana. Not sure if it is always rough, but very hard to swim with waves constantly pushing you around, even the few fish you see in water are having trouble swimming straight. We were on a catamaran but i was expecting the big sailboat with the cargo net in front. Nope only ones I saw down here were solid hull motor driven. Experience was nowhere near what you would find in cuba or Puerto Rico which we have done previous years around same time. There was a stop in a natural reef pool which was nice. If you have nothing to compare the whole trip to you will like it.
Operator response
Hello, this review has nothing to do with our excursion.
We don’t visit pigs and we don’t go by catamaran.
We are going by speed boat to Cayo Arena so we can go through the mangroves after the island.
Kind regards
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karriei2021
January 29, 2026
The highlight of our trip
This was the highlight of our trip. We chose the VIP tour which included a larger boat with snacks and drinks and lobster for lunch. Worth the extra money! The natural pool and Paradise island were amazing. Great swimming and snorkeling. It was the best tour with everything provided. Staff were great! I wish I could have gone again, but it was a 2-hour trip from our hotel.
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StephaneG1506
December 27, 2025
Beautiful place too many people hundreds of people
:Too busy too many small boats ⛵ for excursions
:On the transport side the road is atrocious
:More time on the bus
The road is long and unpleasant
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apausti
August 26, 2025
Very long and wide
Very far
Bad road conditions
No market as in the tour description, but a cigar factory
Transport Bus relatively poor
Operator response
Thank you for leaving a review.
The street conditions vary here in Dominican Republic, when you get out from the highway the roads are not always in great conditions.
On the way back there is a stop at local indoor market.
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Gavin_T
March 24, 2025
Great Snorkeling
We did 4 excursions on this vacation and this was the best one. The snorkeling at the island is great. The food and drinks were great. We did some of the mangroves slowly learning about them and the wildlife, then we did a neat speed boat trim through some of them. The transport is a bit long from Peurto Plata, but well worth it.
Operator response
Thank you so much for your feedback!
Very appreciated. Glad you enjoyed the Paradise island & mangrove tour.
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Connector67540830102
February 24, 2025
Amazing experience
What an amazing experience! Our guide and driver were very knowledgeable and helpful. The drive through the Mangroves was really fun. The island is a true paradise. The snorkeling was fantastic. I would recommend 100% to anyone who wants to have a good day
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Marcia_M
February 17, 2025
A BLAST in the Paradise Sun 🌞
The drive to get to Paradise island was about 2 and half hours long but Matias and Emanuel kept us entertained all the way.
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