Tour Operator
Autentica Repdom
We invite you to discover the authentic Dominican Republic, far from the tourist factories! During our excursions, you’ll spend the entire day in contact with locals, experiencing their kindness and warm hospitality. You’ll discover their way of life, their culture, breathtaking landscapes, and dreamlike beaches. Our excursions are organized in small groups with air-conditioned vehicles for greater comfort and a more convivial experience. We can also adapt our excursions for larger groups, such as corporate committees. By selling directly online without intermediaries, we are able to offer high-quality excursions at prices significantly lower than those offered in hotels.
SAFARI
The most authentic way to discover this beautiful country, its culture, and meet the locals.
A very full day to discover Dominican life, culture, and meet the locals. We will start with a visit to a handcrafted cigar factory, with a free tasting for enthusiasts. You will have the opportunity to purchase excellent cigars. Stop at a Colmado (local convenience store) for those who want to buy rum at the same price as the Dominicans. Visit a sugarcane plantation. We will explain everything about its cultivation, harvest, and the production of sugar and rum. You will see the hard work of sugarcane cutting, mostly done by Haitians. Visit a small village and its school. Feel free to bring small school supplies or children's clothing to make some people happy! Visit the market in the city of Higuey, where we will see everything produced in the region: vegetables, fruits, spices, meats... We will have lunch at a local's house in the mountains, in a paradisiacal setting! The buffet will consist of traditional dishes from the country. Then we will visit a garden where we will see coffee, cocoa, and various tropical trees and plants. We will explain how coffee and chocolate are made in the Dominican countryside. Chocolate tasting. We will then stop at another typical house, where the family will offer us coffee and tropical fruits. We will finish the day at Macao Beach, a beautiful public beach where you can swim. Bring towels and swimsuits.
Food and drinks are provided throughout the day.
Price: €70 per day.
Children under 12 years old: half price, under 5 years old: free!
SANTO DOMINGO
Tour of Santo Domingo, the Capital of the Dominican Republic. Five Centuries of History!
Upon arriving in the capital, you will see the Presidential Palace before reaching the Colonial Zone. You will walk along Calle Las Damas, the first paved street in the Americas. Visit the Pantheon, where illustrious figures of the Dominican nation are buried. Tour the Alcázar de Colón, the residence of Diego Columbus, son of Christopher Columbus. Explore the first cathedral in the Americas. Visit a jewelry workshop crafting pieces from amber and Larimar, a rare blue stone found only in the Dominican Republic. At noon, enjoy lunch at a typical local restaurant. Then stroll through the pedestrian street, El Conde, leading to Independence Park. A must-stop for souvenirs and local crafts awaits at Mercado Modelo. On the return journey, visit the Faro a Colón, a massive cross-shaped monument built in 1992 to commemorate the 500th anniversary of the discovery of the Americas, where the remains of Christopher Columbus are believed to rest. Finally, explore the Los Tres Ojos caves, home to three crystal-clear lakes.
Food and drinks are provided throughout the day.
Departure from Bayahibe: €80 per day.
Departure from Punta Cana: €100 per day.
SAONA CATAMARAN
During this excursion, you will discover the paradise island of Saona!
Transport by minibus to Bayahibe Beach. From there, you’ll take a speedboat to Saona Island, with a stop at the natural pool. In its warm, crystal-clear waters, you can see many starfish while sipping a glass of local rum. Upon arrival at the stunning Saona beach, fine sand, coconut trees, swimming, snorkeling, and sunbeds await you, along with an open bar serving unlimited drinks. At noon, a buffet of typical Dominican dishes will be offered. You can also enjoy a lobster on the beach of Saona! At 3 PM, return to Bayahibe Beach aboard a catamaran, with a 2-hour crossing filled with music, dancing, and rum to get you into the Dominican vibe.
Food and drinks are provided throughout the day.
Price:75 €uro.
Children under 12 years old half price, under 5 years free!
SAONA MANO JUAN
This one-day speedboat excursion will allow you to make the most of Saona Island, far from the tourist crowds and loud music.
We will head to Bayahibe by minibus to take a speedboat. We will leave early to be the first to arrive at Canto de la Playa, a beautiful and still unspoiled beach. You’ll be able to go snorkeling on the coral reef and admire the colorful fish (masks provided). We will then take the boat to Mano Juan, the fishing village of Saona. We’ll visit the village with its typical houses and the turtle nursery. For lunch, a buffet will be served on the beach with salads, grilled meats, rice, potatoes, fruit… Drinks will be unlimited throughout the day. Afterwards, we’ll head to a deserted beach where we’ll feel like we’re alone in the world. On the way back, we’ll stop at a snorkeling spot called “The Aquarium” because of the abundance of fish, then we’ll pass by mangroves where we might see turtles and stingrays. We’ll end the excursion at the natural pool: white sand and turquoise waters. You’ll have 30 more minutes to swim and admire beautiful starfish.
From Bávaro, Punta Cana: €90 without lobster.
With lobster price undetermined.
Children under 12 years old 60 euros.
BUGGY AVENTURE
Half-day excursion in small groups with a maximum of 10 buggies. This is much more enjoyable compared to other outings with dozens of buggies!
Our vehicle will take you from your hotel to the ranch. Upon arrival, your guide will provide a safety briefing and buggy driving instructions. You will then embark on a 10-kilometer track through the heart of the Dominican countryside, reaching a small village by the cliffs. Visit the local grocery store and a typical house, where you will enjoy an excellent Dominican coffee while taking in the panoramic view. You will then take your buggy to a beautiful cave, accessible via a steep path. The walking tour lasts about 30 minutes. With the lighting, you will fully appreciate the beauty of the cave. Afterward, you’ll return to the ranch. Closed shoes are recommended. Bring glasses and scarves to protect yourself from the dust. If you don’t have them, you can purchase them at the ranch.
Price: €110 per buggy for 2 people.
Price: €155 per buggy for 4 people.
CATALINA ISLAND
One-day excursion to Catalina Island
for snorkeling and seeing beautiful, colorful fish.
We will head to La Romana by minibus, where we will board the boat. After about 30 minutes of sailing, we will stop in front of the island at a diving spot for one hour of snorkeling on the coral reef. Next, we will continue by boat and land at a beautiful beach on the island. In front of the beach, you can enjoy more snorkeling. Lunch will be served on the beach with a buffet and an open bar. Afterward, we will return by boat to La Romana.
Price: €85 per day.
Half price for children under 12 years old.
Free for children under 5 years old !
WHALES OF SAMANÁ
During this excursion, you will have the opportunity to see humpback whales.
Every year, from January to March, humpback whales come to reproduce in the warm and calm waters of Samaná Bay. The males' mating display is an extraordinary spectacle. On board a boat, you will get as close as possible to the cetaceans, watch their jumps, and hear their songs. You will also have the chance to see mothers accompanied by their calves. The departure is from your hotel in Bayahibe, Bávaro, or Punta Cana to Miches. Upon arrival, a breakfast will be served to you, then you will board a boat to explore the bay. We will stay between two and three and a half hours, giving us plenty of time to observe the whales carefully. At noon, you will have lunch at a typical restaurant of the Dominican Republic. On the return, you will climb to the top of Montana Redonda. From there, you will have an extraordinary 360-degree view, with the sea on one side and the mountains on the other. Then, return to the hotel.
Food and drinks are offered throughout the day.
Price 135 euros per day.
Children under 12 years 120€.
CONTACT
For more information or to make a reservation, please leave us a message at the following email address:autenticarepdom@gmail.com
or by preference Whatsapp.
Tel / Whatsapp : +1 849 883 78 39
To confirm the booking, a 10% deposit will be required.
