Hiking Tabernacle Thundering Waterfall in Dominican Republic

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Itinerary

1. This is the meeting point. Here we are gathering, checking the tickets and boarding the vehicle. Then we take a 2-hour drive.

   10 min

2. We are making a brief stop in Los Cacaos park to know more about this town and the attractions it offers.

   5 min

3. El Tabernáculo. This is the highlight of the activity. We start with a strech up, then we get into the river and hike upstream. Along the way, we will find lots of beatiful swimming holes and little waterfalls. At some points, we´ll have to climb. The way is rather challenging; completely doable, though. At the end of the way up, we´ll find El Tabernáculo, which is a majestic thundering waterfall. You´ll get surprised by the way it looks in person. There we can swim or just enjoy the view and relax. Then we hike the same way back, dowmstream. But this time will be funnier, since we are taking some waterslides and jumps into the beautiful swimming holes we find along the way. The total hike from start to finish is around 4-5 hours

   4 h

4. We go back to colmado Maria after the hike, but this time for having a delicious typical Dominican lunch.

   1 h

5. After another 2-hour drive, we get back to where we started: Parque Cervantes. The experience will finish here and everybody is going home happy :)

   5 min

Cancellation

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

Reviews

Ratings come from 124 reviews collected by our booking partner. They are travellers' own words, in the order they were written — never reordered to flatter the experience.

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• 5Beautiful hike!

  Did this activity with my sister and we loved it! We travelled from Punta Cana and arranged transportation with the company. The drivers were friendly and on time. We ended up doing 3 hikes in one, they were a bit challenging but definitely worth it.

  Jennifer_ESeptember 2026via Viator

• 5Let me start by saying: WOW!

  Let me start by saying: WOW! This tour was truly one of the most incredible experiences I've had. From the very beginning, everything was seamless. Pickup was right on time—in fact, Daniel arrived early, which I really appreciated since I was early too! The vehicle was clean, comfortable, and perfect for the day ahead. Daniel, our guide, was informative, attentive, friendly, and genuinely enjoyable to spend the day with. After picking up two other families, he gave us an honest overview of the day, offered helpful suggestions, and made sure everyone was comfortable before heading to the river. He even asked if anyone was craving anything and went out of his way to help people find what they wanted, whether it was cherry juice, ice cream, or a beer. Once we arrived, Daniel and Mistoline gave us a quick warm-up, and then the adventure began! We explored stunning caves with crystal-clear, refreshing water. The scenery was absolutely breathtaking. I brought a waterproof phone case, and Mistoline kindly took over as our photographer, which allowed everyone in the group to relax, interact, and enjoy the experience together. I was honestly terrified at times and slipped more than once, but both Daniel and Mistoline were incredibly supportive. They helped me and the other women navigate the more challenging areas safely, making sure everyone felt comfortable and secure. What I appreciated most was that we never felt rushed. After each beautiful cave, we had time to pause, take it all in, and truly appreciate our surroundings. After the tour, we stopped at a local restaurant where the owners treated us like family. We enjoyed a delicious family-style meal, played Dominican dominoes, and drank the coldest Presidente beers I had during my entire trip—especially the Vestida de Novia! On the way back, Daniel even stopped for ice cream before personally dropping each of us off at our destinations. I honestly can't stop recommending this experience. It showed me a completely different side of the Dominican Republic and created memories I'll never forget. Thank you, Daniel and Mistoline, for such an amazing day!

  PRISSY_GJune 2026via Viator

• 5One of the Best Excursions!

  This was the Best Experience. Definitely Worth Every Dollar! Our guide was perfect. Fresh coffee before and a real Lunch after. This really is an all-day event. You want to account for traffic. We got back by 6pm-ish. I would do this again in a heartbeat! Bring a change of clothes, and real water shoes, not sandals! You are going to get wet head to toe. They will provide a helmet and a vest.

  charlesaU7855JZJune 2026via Tripadvisor

• 2Dismissive Guide- and It is best to know how to swim.

  Host/ guide was rude. Tall/ light skinned guide. He also mocked me for being timid- as I was fearful of the water. He was absolutely snobbish- never had a guide experience like this before. When they first had the experience listed, they only advertised as a hike. I reached out to the owner to further clarify as a “water hike” and swimming is mandatory to ensure all persons booking are aware (in advance). This allows persons to book from an informed perspective and participate based on their known skill set. Tip: It’s highly recommended you know how to swim; or NOT have a fear of water. Food was good.

  n5rhzqw98tApril 2026via Viator

• 5I absolutely loved this...

  I absolutely loved this hike, it was definitely a little challenging at times but my family loved it especially since they have never been on a hike!! Shout out to Randolph he was such an amazing and awesome tour guide !!

  jessica_mMarch 2026via Viator

• 5A must for those seeking a challenge!

  Awesome experience, definitely a challenge! Hiking shoes a must and bring a change of dry clothes for the ride home! We loved every minute and recommend this excursion to anyone who wants to experience the country, and beautiful mountains.

  charlestS9606GXMarch 2026via Tripadvisor

Know before you go

How it compares in Santo Domingo

• Its from-price is 38% below the median of the 31 day trips we list in Santo Domingo.
• Its length is typical for the group.
• By number of reviews it ranks 1 of 31.
• The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Santo Domingo

Santo Domingo, the Dominican capital, has a UNESCO-listed colonial quarter of stone churches, forts and cobbled streets beside the Ozama River.

The Zona Colonial of Santo Domingo is one of the oldest European towns in the Americas, a grid of stone streets laid out in the early sixteenth century. Calle Las Damas runs past the Fortaleza Ozama, a fortress above the river. The Catedral Primada de América, begun soon afterwards, is the oldest cathedral in the Americas, and the Alcázar de Colón, a palace built for Columbus's son Diego, overlooks Plaza de España.

Top-ranked sights in Santo Domingo: Columbus Lighthouse (Faro a Colón), Ciudad Colonial (Zona Colonial), Calle Las Damas.

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