Reasons to visit the Dominican Republic

The Dominican Republic has become one of the best countries to visit in the Caribbean. It’s the only island in all the Carribean that shares a border with another country. Its neighbor Haiti is the second country that resides in this floating haven.  Tourists come from all over the world not only to get a great dose of Vitamin Sea but also to delight their palate with local delicacies.

• Pico Duarte located in a remote region is the highest mountain in the entire Caribbean with more than 10,000 feet.

  

  Pico Duarte

  • Lake Enriquillo is the lowest point of the Caribbean at 135 feet below sea level. Located near the border with Haiti, Lake Enriquillo is a saltwater lake that preserves one of the most conspicuous species of the area: the American crocodile.

    

    Enriquillo Lagoon

• Rock Laminar is a blue rock, better known as Larimar which can only be found in the mountainous region of the Dominican Republic.

Larimar rocks

• The Dominican Republic is home to an exotic specimen that is exclusive of this area. The iguana rhinoceros is a lizard unseen by many and loved by all.

Iguana rhinoceros

• The national food for locals in the Dominican Republic is Sancocho. This is a vegetable soup that includes yams, yucca, potatoes and a variety of meats. Ever tried it?

National food sanocho

1. The Dolphin Encounter program is designed for all ages! It is a must activity for the whole family to enjoy. This program allows you to interact with these beautiful species where you can give them a kiss, hug, and a handshake.

2. The Swim Adventure program is considered one of the best in Dolphin Discovery. In this program, you will be able to interact with one dolphin and go on a thrilling ride as it pushes you while riding a boogie board back to the platform or take a ride on its belly as it takes you back to the platform.

3. The Royal Swim program is for the daring and adventure seekers! This program features the best of the best! It allows you to be in the water with two dolphins for a period of 60 minutes. Here you can experience its signature behaviors which are the foot push and dorsal tow. In addition to these behaviors, and to complement your experience, all of the programs include a very extensive learning session where our marine mammal specialists provide you with rich and fun information about the care of these dolphins as well as its natural habitats.

Royal Swim Dolphin Discovery

Now that you are up to date all of the activities that are a must all that is left is you! See