Bayahibe Taking It Easy: 8 Days Between Sea, Nature & Local Culture
Savor the Dominican Republic from Bayahibe, between turquoise lagoons and authentic villages.
Duration
8 days
From
€1,895/pers.
Ideal seasons
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Nov, Dec
Style
Stay
Comfort
Charm & Character
Travelers
Couple, senior, Honeymoon
The spirit of travel
This half-board package offers you a complete stay in Bayahibe, a charming seaside resort on the south coast of the République Dominicaine. Through five carefully organized excursions, you will discover the must-see attractions of the region. Ideal for travelers wishing to combine relaxation, discovery, and budget-conscious travel, this package offers excellent value for money in an authentic setting. The activities are led by a local English-speaking team and designed for a balanced experience between adventure, heritage, and leisure.
This Bayahibe package is recommended year-round: although occasional showers may occur, the region is generally sunny and less exposed to heavy rainfall than other areas of the République Dominicaine.
The stages of your journey
Highlights
Day-by-day itinerary
Welcome to Bayahibe!
Aéroport de Saint-Domingue-Las Américas → Bayahíbe
Upon your arrival at Santo Domingo or Punta Cana international airport, you will be welcomed by our driver for a private transfer to your comfortable residence located in Bayahibe / Dominicus.
You will be accommodated in a one-bedroom apartment, fully equipped, with access to a pleasant residential pool to relax after your journey.
Upon your arrival, Joy, your English-speaking representative on site, will warmly welcome you, present the accommodation to you, and answer all your questions to start your stay off well.
In the evening, we have reserved dinner for you at one of our partner restaurants, for a first delicious immersion in local flavors.
Free day in Bayahibe
Today, it's time to relax.
This day is free for you to rest, enjoy the pool at the residence or head to the beach, located just a 5-minute walk away.
Breakfast will be offered at a partner restaurant near your accommodation, to start the day off right.
Lunch is at your leisure according to your preferences.
In the evening, our private taxi will pick you up to take you to dinner in Bayahibe, at a typical restaurant loved by locals. On the menu: delicious seafood, authentic setting and warm atmosphere!
Saona Excursion: A Day of Relaxation and Discovery
After a delicious breakfast at a partner restaurant just a stone's throw from your residence, our driver will pick you up around 8:15 AM to take you to the Bayahibe port.
You will board a luxury catamaran, designed for comfort and intimacy. No crowds or deafening music: this day is all about zen attitude and small groups, to experience Saona in a different way.
On the agenda:
Guided snorkeling with your English-speaking guide to observe tropical fish in the turquoise waters.
Relaxation on a private beach, just for you, away from tourist areas.
Lunch on board, prepared with fresh local products, served during navigation.
Stop at the Palmillas natural pool, a sandbank in the heart of the sea, where you can admire beautiful starfish, away from other boats.
Return to your residence in late afternoon.
Free dinner, to explore at your own pace the local flavors.
Dominican Cultural Immersion: Exploration and Local Flavors
Breakfast at a partner restaurant near your accommodation, organized by us.
Your English-speaking guide and private driver will pick you up around 8:15 AM for an authentic immersion into Dominican culture.
On the agenda:
Exploration of the Cave of Wonders, a protected natural site, famous for its rock paintings left by the Taínos.
Visit to a local clothing factory to better understand working conditions and the daily lives of workers.
Typical lunch with your feet in the sand, with fresh fish, facing the sea.
Discovery of the surprising village of Altos de Chavón, a replica of a Mediterranean village perched above the Chavón River.
Visit to an artisanal chocolate factory, with tasting included.
A day full of encounters, varied landscapes and local flavors, far from standardized excursions.
Free dinner to end the day as you wish.
Private Excursion to Cotubanamá National Park
Start your day with a buffet breakfast included and organized by us in a restaurant near your accommodation, before heading off for a private excursion with your English-speaking guide.
Your adventure begins with a walking tour through the National Park, where you will discover the local flora in an exceptional natural setting. After this lovely walk, you will reach the Chicho Cave, a magical place with an underground pool with crystal-clear waters. Enjoy a refreshing swim and a guided snorkeling session (lamp provided) to explore this unique site.
Once the visit is complete, your guide will take you by taxi to a local restaurant in Bayahibe for lunch. After settling you in and orienting you, he will leave, allowing you to enjoy your meal in peace.
Return to your residence expected around 2 p.m.
The afternoon is free for you to relax at the residential pool or on the beach, located just 5 minutes away.
Dinner is on your own, allowing you to choose a restaurant of your choice.
Exploration of Santo Domingo
Start your day with a complimentary breakfast organized by us in a restaurant near your accommodation.
Your guide will pick you up at your breakfast location around 8 a.m. to begin this day full of discoveries. You will start with the Cueva de los 3 Ojos, an open-air cave that houses three freshwater lagoons with fascinating colors, surrounded by rock formations and lush vegetation. A moment of calm and beauty in the heart of nature.
Next, you will head to the colonial zone of Saint-Domingue to explore the city's major historical monuments, such as the Cathedral Notre and the National Pantheon, as well as other emblematic sites bearing witness to the fascinating history of the République Dominicaine.
After a typical lunch, your guide will take you for a spectacular view of the city: you will take the Santo Domingo cable car for a unique high-altitude experience.
The end of the afternoon will be dedicated to free time in the colonial zone, specifically on the shopping street, where you can shop and stroll at your own pace.
Return to your accommodation expected at the end of the day (5 p.m.).
Dinner is free, allowing you to choose a restaurant of your choice.
Catalina Island by Catamaran
Start your day with a breakfast included and organized by us in a restaurant close to your accommodation, before leaving for an unforgettable day aboard a comfortable catamaran heading towards the Catalina Island.
You will set course for Catalina Island, a true paradise for nature lovers and snorkeling enthusiasts. Along the way, you will make a first snorkeling stop at the Wall, an incredible site renowned for its crystal-clear waters and seabed rich in biodiversity. Dive into this fascinating underwater world and enjoy an unforgettable experience.
Then, you will make a second stop at the Aquarium, another snorkeling site where you can explore a true natural aquarium teeming with colorful fish and corals. Wonder is guaranteed!
After these diving moments, a delicious lunch will be served aboard, allowing you to savor typical dishes while enjoying the exceptional setting. You will also have free time to relax, enjoy the sun and the sea.
The return will be by catamaran, with scenic navigation that will allow you to admire the beauty of the coast, passing by La Romana and Casa de Campo, while listening to live explanations from your crew about points of interest. A final magical moment awaits you with a sail on the Chavón River, a spectacular site often used for famous films.
Return to your starting point scheduled around 5 p.m. Dinner is at your leisure, allowing you to choose a restaurant of your choice.
See you soon in República Dominicana!
Price per person
Indicative price per person, based on double room. Each trip is customized according to your preferences.
This trip can be tailored to your preferences
This itinerary provides an excellent foundation for discovery, but it can be fully customized. Our local advisors build each trip tailored to your budget, dates and preferences.
Not included
- International flights
- Insurance
- Personal expenses
- Tips
Included
- Airport transfer Santo Domingo or Punta Cana round trip
- 7 nights in a 1-bedroom upscale apartment in Bayahibe/Dominicus
- Half-board package (Breakfast and lunch or Dinner included)
- 5 Private or Small Group Activities
- Our assistance 7 days a week
- A travel journal
Practical Information
Registration is considered firm and final after payment of a deposit of 30% of the total price and acceptance of the specific terms of sale.
The balance must be paid no later than 45 days before the departure date.
See our specific terms of sale for full details.
In the event of cancellation by the traveller, the following fees apply:
- Plus de 60 jours avant le départ : 40 % du prix total (acompte retenu)
- Entre 60 et 30 jours avant le départ : 50 % du prix total
- Moins de 30 jours avant le départ : 100 % du prix total
We strongly recommend taking out cancellation insurance. See our specific terms of sale for full details.
Les informations ci-dessous concernent les voyageurs ressortissants de l'Espace économique européen (EEE), de la Suisse et du Canada se rendant en République Dominicaine dans le cadre d'un séjour touristique. Les règles d'entrée pouvant évoluer, nous vous recommandons de vérifier les informations auprès des autorités officielles avant votre départ.
Passeport
Pour entrer en République Dominicaine, votre passeport doit être valide pendant toute la durée du séjour et comporter au moins une page vierge pour les tampons d'immigration.
Le document doit être en bon état (pas de pages détériorées, déchirées ou modifiées). Il est toutefois recommandé de disposer d'un passeport valable encore six mois après la date d'entrée dans le pays.
Séjour touristique sans visa
Les ressortissants de l'Espace économique européen, de la Suisse et du Canada bénéficient d'une exemption de visa pour les séjours touristiques en République Dominicaine.
Cette exemption permet un séjour pouvant aller jusqu'à 30 jours lors de l'entrée sur le territoire. Une prolongation peut être demandée sur place auprès de la Direction Générale de Migration dominicaine, pour une durée pouvant atteindre 60 jours supplémentaires.
Les autorités peuvent également demander :
un billet de sortie du territoire (vol retour ou continuation),
une preuve de ressources financières suffisantes pour la durée du séjour,
une adresse d'hébergement sur place.
Carte touristique (E-Ticket)
Avant votre arrivée, il est obligatoire de compléter le formulaire en ligne E-Ticket República Dominicana, mis en place par les autorités dominicaines. Ce document numérique regroupe à la fois les formalités d'immigration et de douane.
Le formulaire doit être rempli avant le départ et permet de transmettre aux services d'immigration les informations suivantes :
informations du passeport
détails du vol
adresse du premier hébergement en République Dominicaine
déclaration douanière
Un QR code est généré à l'issue de la saisie et doit être présenté, sous format numérique ou imprimé, lors du passage à l'immigration à l'arrivée et au départ.
Santé
Aucun vaccin n'est obligatoire pour entrer en République Dominicaine. Toutefois, certaines vaccinations sont recommandées selon les zones visitées et le profil du voyageur :
la vaccination contre la fièvre typhoïde et l'hépatite A est couramment conseillée,
un traitement antipaludéen peut être recommandé pour les séjours en zones rurales ou isolées.
Il est conseillé de consulter un médecin ou un centre de vaccination internationale avant le départ.
Voyage avec des enfants
Les mineurs doivent être titulaires de leur propre passeport valide couvrant la durée du séjour.
Lorsqu'un mineur voyage sans l'un de ses parents ou sans ses deux parents, une autorisation parentale de sortie du territoire, accompagnée d'une copie du passeport du ou des parents absents, peut être exigée par les autorités dominicaines.
Dans certains pays européens, une autorisation de sortie du territoire peut également être requise selon la réglementation du pays de résidence.
Autres nationalités
Les conditions d'entrée peuvent varier selon la nationalité. Les voyageurs concernés doivent se renseigner auprès de l'ambassade ou du consulat de la République Dominicaine de leur pays de résidence.
Pour participer à nos voyages, il est fortement conseillé d'être assuré en assistance-rapatriement et frais médicaux à l’étranger.
Votre agence locale vous encourage à prendre connaissance du contrat spécifique élaboré avec notre partenaire CHAPKA ASSURANCES et AXA ASSISTANCE.
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Si vous choisissez de souscrire à l’une de ces formules, la convention détaillant l’ensemble des garanties et les modalités de déclaration du sinistre sont disponibles sur le site Internet de l'assureur.
Votre agence locale en aura connaissance, mais seul le participant est responsable du respect des procédures de déclaration de tout sinistre. Le participant doit donc conserver cette convention avec lui pendant toute la durée de son voyage.
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Travel with peace of mind — I'll handle the insuranceFrequently asked questions
To stay in the Dominican Republic, you must have a valid passport. A tourist card is now often included in your airline ticket; if not, it can be obtained upon arrival for approximately USD 10. Before booking your trip, check the entry requirements applicable to your nationality with the consular authorities of the Dominican Republic.
Go to the My Trips section to find all your projects.
You can send a message to your host directly from the Tea Lounge.
For a tailor-made quality trip, budget between 170 and 290 euros per day and per person, including accommodation, meals, internal transport and activities. International flights (600-1000 euros round-trip) are additional. The country offers a wide range, from boutique hotels to all-inclusive resorts.
Your documents are accessible in the Documents tab of your trip.
Absolutely. We tailor each itinerary to match travelers' profiles. For families, we prioritize relaxed paces, family-friendly accommodations, educational and fun activities, and comfortable private transfers. Our local English-speaking guides know how to capture children's attention with age-appropriate anecdotes.
It's simple. You exchange with our local team to define your wishes, budget and dates. You receive a detailed itinerary proposal within 48 hours. You adjust every detail together until you reach the perfect version. You confirm and travel with peace of mind. Your local agency remains available 7 days a week throughout your entire trip.
In case of emergency, contact your local agency immediately.
Payment is generally made in two installments.
Our agency is part of the Nomadays network, registered in France. You benefit from APST (Association Professionnelle de Solidarité du Tourisme) guarantee which covers 100% of your funds. Secure payment, repatriation insurance included, and English-speaking assistance 24/7 on the ground throughout your stay.
Let's talk about your adventure — Santo Domingo Surroundings
Dominican escape creator, based in Bayahibe
I discovered the Dominican Republic from the sea, then fell in love with it through its lands, villages and people. It's this complete island that I love to share with others.
— Joy
