Glide by motorboat through a primeval mangrove labyrinth, explore Pre-Columbian Taíno cave paintings, and walk ancient jungle trails inside one of the Caribbean's most biodiverse national parks. Los Haitises is a world apart — raw, silent, and staggeringly beautiful.
What to expect
A private boat picks you up from Samaná Bay and threads through cathedral-like mangrove tunnels alive with frigate birds, pelicans, and manatee sightings. You dock at the Cueva de la Arena, where 800-year-old Taíno pictographs cover the cave walls in striking ochre and black. A walking trail leads through dense subtropical forest before a fresh Dominican lunch is served on the water. The journey back offers open-bay views of the Samaná Peninsula's dramatic karst hills.
Good to know
Samaná is a longer overland transfer (~3 hrs from Punta Cana); best suited to itineraries where the ship has a full-day port call. Book directly with Moto Marina and confirm departure times align with your all-aboard. Wear light, quick-dry clothing and bring insect repellent.
Sail there
Luxury cruises that call at Punta Cana — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.