Dominican Republic Countryside Safari Tour from Punta Cana

If you’re curious about what the Dominican Republic feels like beyond the resort areas, this approximately 8-hour countryside safari is an easy and relaxed way to find out. The day begins with hotel pickup and a ride in an open-air safari truck, heading inland toward quieter roads, farmland, and small rural communities.

As you travel through the countryside and into the Anamuya Mountains, the scenery becomes greener and more open. You’ll pass local homes, fields, and everyday village life. The pace is unhurried, giving you time to look around, ask questions, and get a better sense of how people live outside the main tourist zones.

One of the early stops includes a traditional sugar plantation, followed by a hands-on look at cigar rolling. Watching the process up close helps explain why cigars remain an important part of Dominican culture. Later, you’ll visit a local family home, where you can sample fresh coffee, chocolate, and fruits. This stop is simple and welcoming, offering a genuine look at daily life rather than a staged experience.

Around midday, you’ll sit down for a Dominican buffet lunch, with a selection of local dishes and both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks included. The food is straightforward and filling, giving you a taste of what’s commonly eaten in the countryside.

Before the drive back, there’s time to stop at Macao Beach. You can walk along the shore, enjoy the ocean breeze, or simply relax and take in the natural setting. By the end of the day, you return to your hotel, having seen a quieter, more local side of the Dominican Republic and a better understanding of its landscapes, food, and everyday rhythms.