Top Things to do in Samana Province
Top Hotels in Samana Province
- 1. Bahia Principe Luxury Samana
- 2. Albachiara Beachfront Hotel by GuruHotel
- 3. Sublime Samana Hotel & Residences
- 4. Chalet Tropical Bio-Hotel
- 5. Bahia Principe Grand El Portillo All Inclusive
- 6. Hotel Alisei
- 7. Villa Serena
- 8. Grand Paradise Samana
- 9. Saman Boutique Hotel
- 10. Mahona Hotel Bed and Breakfast
The 10 Best Things to do in Samana Province, Samana Province
Discover the best top things to do in Samana Province, Dominican Republic including Samana Bay, Playa Rincon, Playa Bonita, Los Haitises National Park, La Playita Beach, Playa El Valle, Playa Las Ballenas, Playa El Portillo, Playa Coson, El Salto del Limon.
Restaurants in Samana Province
1. Samana Bay
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 519 reviews
This bay is best known for the frequency with which humpback whales and dolphins are seen here.
Reviewed By Bubbs3333 - Port Dover, Canada
We stayed at the LBPS. From the beach and balcony there were million dollar views. From the one cruise ship that transited the channel to catamarans and tall ships, with mountains across the bay. What an amazing experience to see whales from shore. If traveling January to March, binoculars can be helpful for better viewing. But honestly all our initial whale shootings were without binoculars.
2. Playa Rincon
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,324 reviews
Reviewed By Cruiser559096 - Hamilton, Canada
We really enjoyed our tour with RL Tours - Raffi was our guide and he was awesome. We took the Playa Rancon and Safari tour which we loved. We had children sing their national anthem to us, in their classroom, and then we visited a lovely family farm and ate mango and passion fruit off the trees, bought some cheap local honey, coffee, Mamawhana, rum, cocoa etc. Then a lovely lunch looking over the bay of Rincon Beach. We spent two hours on the beautiful beach, we rented an umbrella and chairs for $8.00USD total, soaking in the crystal green-blue waters on the whitest beach - 6Km- National Geographic says its the 4th best beach in the world, then down the other end of the beach for a dip in the natural fresh water pool. The tour was $90.00USD each and worth it.
3. Playa Bonita
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,143 reviews
Reviewed By CosmicMuffin
Playa Bonita has the most wonderful beaches suitable for all family members. If you like playing in the surf, or surfing the waves on a surfboard or boogie board or just snorkeling in a quiet shallow lagoon, Playa Bonita has it all. And after spending the day enjoying the beach you can enjoy a wonderful meal at the resort dining area. Best pîna colada in the area!
4. Los Haitises National Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 931 reviews
Reviewed By yoramb240 - Chiang Mai, Thailand
Serene, peaceful, rich with wildlife. Closest access from the southern coast, the Sabana area, even though the last 8 km are rough unpaved road. No need for a 4×4, just go slowly and carefully. A 90 minute private boat tour costs 1500 pesos, equal to 30 us dollars and is well worth it. It will take you through the canals where sea birds are plenty, then to the charming cave for a short and illuminating cave. Most visitors, however, arrive from across the bay. It takes longer time for the boat and costs more than twice as much. It is worth the effort, time and cost.
5. La Playita Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 688 reviews
La Playita Beach in Las Galeras. Famous white sand beach and cristal clear waters located only 2 kilometers from downtown Las Galeras in Dominican Republic. Snorkeling equipment rental, Massages on the beach, and Volleyball court. La Playita Beach Restaurant & Bar serving fresh seafood ; Langosta, Shrimp, and Fish of the day !
Reviewed By beatrizflorit - New York City, United States
it s amazing water and sands....theh beach is beautiful and you spend a very nice time....tthere are bars and restaurant,beach umbrellas and deck chairs.....you have to stop here....
6. Playa El Valle
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 174 reviews
Reviewed By yachtiewho - Puerto Aventuras, Mexico
Such a hidden gem, gorgeous beach and great food and drinks at mami’s beach bar. Friendly owner and WiFi! Had such a wonderful afternoon relaxing here! Recommend renting a bike near by and riding through the town especially if you’re staying at the Dominican treehouse village!
7. Playa Las Ballenas
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 420 reviews
Reviewed By 291genej - Silver Spring, United States
This beautiful beach extends 1.8 km west from our Costarena Beach Hotel ending at a long jagged coral wall. While the beaches to our east are hammered with wind and water currents, this beach seems tranquil and pointed away from the wind with little signs of erosion. Its also shaded in many place with the high coconut palms, kept reasonably clean and nearly a perfect place to sun bathe. Being toward the end of the beach road, the traffic is much less than the other beaches and makes a nice walk. Private homes and condo complexes make up the interior.
8. Playa El Portillo
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 876 reviews
Reviewed By Suntanto - Toronto, Canada
The water is calm, warm and has great off the shore snorkeling. Great morning and evening walks. We felt safe when walking in the areas off the report.
9. Playa Coson
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 205 reviews
Reviewed By LaurenOlivo - Punta Cana, Caribbean
-It is about 20mns away from Las Terrenas city (we were at the Albachiara Hotel) we found it to be in a little bit remote location but it is absolutely worthy to visit. (Hope you coming in your own vehicle or rent one cause I heard taxis are about us40 and you will get bored as hell if you don’t go out of your hotel) -There is a restaurant called Luis coson and is right on the beach. They serve drinks, coconut water in the coconut and to eat they offer octopus, shrimps, fish and lobster. As a side dish they offer french fries, white rice and red beans or fried plantains. It is the cheapest place to eat that I found in LT. They accept credit card but bring cash cause sometimes they run out of electricity or the signal can be bad. The waiter had to go with us to the city to find an ATM machine... (they have a tank with water to wash off the sand and I saw they have long chairs but don’t know if they charge extra. And For your info, they don’t have high chair if you come with children) -I wouldn’t suggest to stay in a hotel that is located in coson though because there is nothing to see or to do over there, just the beach. -If you stay in Las Terrenas town, near to punta popy, las terrenas beach, playa las ballenas or el pueblo de los pescadores, you will have more things to see and do near by even if you don’t have a vehicle. And you can also order food from the App “Komida” which I don’t think could be possible if you stay in Coson. And remember the curfew starts at 9pm so you probably would like to order something to eat after 9. -Make sure to carry your repellent because you can find mosquitoes in the whole town specially in coson???? (put it before you get out of the car, don’t wait till they bite you to use it) -Also bring bottled water because it’s very expensive in Las Terrenas (the regular price is RD$15 or RD$20 for 16oz but in Las Terrenas you will find it at RD$50 and RD$60) if you guys get thirsty you will have to buy several bottles cause one wont be enough for more than one person. -If coming with children maybe you could bring mosquito nest for the crib, just in case. (I didn’t have to use mine but you never know) -there are restaurants and bars that are closed on week days so please check the places you want to visit before you go -there are places that don’t take credit card -there are several places that don’t have high chair and some of them have just one -download the App Komida to check the menu and prices of some restaurants in the city -recommend restaurants: campo kitchen, dolce vita, porto, el balcon del mosquito
10. El Salto del Limon
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1,146 reviews
Reviewed By lovestoseetheworld1 - New York City, United States
Very challenging to get too. We took a horse ride up the mountains for about 45 minutes until we got to the top where there’s a hut (highly recommend the pina coladas inside the pineapples, loved them and lots of alcohol inside). The bathroom in the hut is disgusting, so most people did their needs on the floor and watered it down... we then began heading downhill to the waterfalls, want to say it took about 30 minutes and it was all stairs so just remember you will have to take all those stairs back up. The waterfalls were beautiful and worth it, the water just felt so fresh. Be careful with your bags, there are people there doing tricks, offering to take ur photo with birds and jumping off the cliffs as an attraction but it all is a mini scam to get tourists to not pay attention to their belongings. Be cautious. Definitely worth a visit though!
