The Exploras journal

Travel tips & local stories from Samaná.

Guides, insider recommendations and the people behind the peninsula's best experiences.

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Los Haitises Night Tour 2026: Cave Kayaking & What to Expect After Dark — an aerial view of a beach with palm trees
Adventure
Aug 25, 202612 min read

Los Haitises Night Tour 2026: Cave Kayaking & What to Expect After Dark

Discover what happens when the lights go out at Los Haitises. Cave kayaking, bioluminescence, and wildlife await on this unforgettable night tour from Samaná.

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Zip-Lining in Samaná 2026: Where to Go, Costs & How to Book — a lush green forest filled with lots of trees
Adventure
Aug 23, 202612 min read

Zip-Lining in Samaná 2026: Where to Go, Costs & How to Book

Everything you need to know about zip line Samaná experiences in 2026 — top canopy tours, prices in RD$ and USD, insider tips, and how to book.

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Canyoning & Waterfall Rappelling in Samaná 2026: Tours & Prices — an aerial view of a beach and ocean
Adventure
Aug 19, 202612 min read

Canyoning & Waterfall Rappelling in Samaná 2026: Tours & Prices

Discover the best canyoning and waterfall rappelling tours on the Samaná Peninsula in 2026. Full guide with prices, locations, safety tips, and how to book.

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Stand-Up Paddleboarding in Las Terrenas 2026: Best Spots, Rentals & Tours — an aerial view of a beach with palm trees
Adventure
Aug 13, 202611 min read

Stand-Up Paddleboarding in Las Terrenas 2026: Best Spots, Rentals & Tours

Discover the best spots for paddleboarding in Las Terrenas, including SUP rentals, guided tours, and insider tips for exploring Samaná's stunning coastline by board.

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Kayaking in Samaná Bay: Tours, Routes & How to Book 2026 — an aerial view of a beach and ocean
Adventure
Aug 12, 202613 min read

Kayaking in Samaná Bay: Tours, Routes & How to Book 2026

Discover the best kayaking tours and routes in Samaná Bay in 2026. From mangrove channels to open-water paddles, here's everything you need to plan your adventure.

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Fishing Charters in Samaná 2026: What to Expect & How to Book — an aerial view of a beach and ocean
Adventure
Aug 8, 202611 min read

Fishing Charters in Samaná 2026: What to Expect & How to Book

Everything you need to know about booking a Samaná fishing charter in 2026 — from deep sea fishing spots to costs, seasons, and insider tips.

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Horseback Riding on the Beach in Las Terrenas: Tours & Prices 2026 — a couple of people walking across a lush green field
Adventure
Aug 5, 202611 min read

Horseback Riding on the Beach in Las Terrenas: Tours & Prices 2026

Discover the best horseback riding in Las Terrenas in 2026. From sunset beach rides to countryside trails, find tours, prices, and insider tips for an unforgettable Samaná experience.

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ATV & Buggy Tours in Samaná 2026: Routes, Operators & Insider Tips — a row of four wheelers parked in a parking lot
Adventure
Jun 30, 202611 min read

ATV & Buggy Tours in Samaná 2026: Routes, Operators & Insider Tips

Discover the best ATV and buggy tours in Samaná for 2026. Routes, costs, insider tips, and everything you need to know before you ride.

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Surfing in Samaná 2026: Best Breaks at Playa Bonita, Cosón & Beyond — an aerial view of a beach with palm trees
Adventure
Jun 13, 202613 min read

Surfing in Samaná 2026: Best Breaks at Playa Bonita, Cosón & Beyond

Discover the best surf spots on the Samaná Peninsula in 2026 — from Playa Bonita's rolling waves to Cosón's powerful swells. Practical tips, costs & insider advice.

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body of water across green trees during daytime
Adventure
Apr 5, 202610 min read

Kitesurfing Las Terrenas 2026: Ultimate Guide to Dominican Paradise

Discover why Las Terrenas is the Caribbean's premier kitesurfing destination. Complete guide to wind conditions, best spots, gear rentals, and insider tips for 2026.

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a man riding a motorcycle on a dirt road
Adventure
Apr 1, 202612 min read

Horseback Riding to El Limón Waterfall: Ultimate Adventure Guide 2026

Experience the thrill of horseback riding through tropical forests to reach El Limón's stunning 50-meter waterfall. Complete guide with costs, routes, and insider tips.

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Shallow turquoise water off the Samana peninsula
Adventure
Mar 21, 20267 min read

Snorkeling and Diving in Samaná: Underwater Paradise Awaits

Discover Samaná's best underwater adventures from Las Galeras coral gardens to hidden dive sites. Complete guide to snorkeling and diving in Dominican Republic's pristine peninsula.

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