Between Fresh and Salt Waters: Exploring all the Beauty of the South

Highlights

Inclusions

Itinerary

1. Los Pozos de Romeo is a hidden gem in the beautiful region of Pedernales. Three ecological wells with crystal clear fresh water await to be discovered by those seeking a refreshing and unique experience.

   5 min

2. Oviedo Lagoon An oasis for our birds and migratory ones, for our rhinoceros iguana, for a great variety of plants and for the local community members who have found their livelihood in the lagoon. Here you will be able to observe the four species of mangroves (red mangrove, black mangrove, white mangrove), flamingos, spoonbills, mangrove canaries, several species of herons, terns, and many others.

   30 minAdmission included

3. Visit to the little-known spa surrounded by vegetation and mangroves, with brackish-tasting water and a transparent color. Located near the Colonia de Juancho and in an area of mangroves.

   45 min

4. Rising to the height of a 40-story building, it is almost impossible to comprehend the magnitude of these wind turbines until you drive very close on the Pedernales highway. Los Cocos Wind Farm is not only the largest in the Caribbean and Central America, but it is also the first in the Dominican Republic connected to the national grid. With a capacity of 77 megawatts, its 40 windmills generate enough power to power a million light bulbs.

   Passes by

5. Like most of Barahona's beaches, this one has stones instead of sand, and is popular with surfers, who come to enjoy the fast breaking waves. On the other side of the beach is the Los Patos River, where a wide natural pool attracts locals who come here to swim and spend a fun afternoon by the river and near the beach.

   20 min

6. One of the most widespread landscapes when we talk about the Dominican Republic and from where we can appreciate the greatness of the green and leafy mountains join this spectacular Caribbean sea and where you can take a photo that will be a memory for a lifetime.

   20 min

7. It is a private residence, created in 1970 by Mr. Nabij Khoury, a Lebanese merchant and industrialist based in Barahona, Dominican Republic. The name of Villa Miriam was given in honor of his wife Miriam; Dominican whom I love and with whom I have been married for 58 years. Villa Miriam was his creation, his rest home for 30 years and he said: “Villa Miriam is a paradisiacal place where I am transported to my childhood years in my native Lebanon.” So you will know this charming house where we can find a series of pools fed by the San Rafael River that run along the property, sprouting from the lush hills of the area.

   15 min

8. We will visit "La Escuela Taller y Museo Larimar" where you will learn about the process involved in making jewelry from the larimar stone, a semi-precious stone, unique in the world with a beautiful blue color, declared a national stone of the Dominican Republic. In this place you can even buy if you like.

   20 minAdmission included

9. Piedras Blancas beach is a true paradise. With its intense turquoise blue waters and its gentle waves, it is the perfect option for those looking for a massage bath. In addition, on the beach you will find a variety of food and drink stalls to enjoy throughout the day. There is a handy wooden walkway that will take you directly from the car park to the beach. Do not miss the opportunity to spend an unforgettable day on the beautiful beach of Piedras Blancas.

   2 hAdmission included

10. Return to your accommodations.

    Passes by

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Know before you go

How it compares in Dominican Republic, outside the cities

• Its from-price is close to the median of the 152 day trips we list in Dominican Republic, outside the cities.
• It is shorter than most of them.
• The operator lists free cancellation on it.