Dominican Republic Countryside Safari Tour from Punta Cana

This full-day countryside safari is a great way to see what life is like beyond the Punta Cana resorts. It runs for about 8 hours and takes you inland in an open-air safari truck, where the scenery slowly changes from beaches to farms, small villages, and green mountain views.

The day starts with hotel pickup, then you head toward the Anamuya Mountains. Along the way, you’ll pass local homes, fields, and rural roads that most visitors never see. Your guide explains what daily life is like in these areas and points out details you might otherwise miss.

One stop includes a visit to a traditional sugar plantation, where you can watch how cigars are rolled by hand. It’s a simple demonstration, but it gives you a real sense of how long-standing crafts are still part of everyday Dominican culture. Later, you’ll visit a local family home. This is where you’ll taste fresh coffee, chocolate, and local fruits, and see how people live outside the tourist zones.

Lunch is a Dominican buffet, served with both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. The food is filling and local, not fancy, but it reflects what people actually eat here.

Before heading back, there’s time to stop at Macao Beach. You can walk along the sand, enjoy the breeze, or just relax and take in the natural coastline. By the end of the day, you’ll have a better feel for the country’s landscape, food, and everyday rhythm, not just the highlights behind resort gates.