Paradise Island & Mangroves Tour
Overview
Visit one of the most beautiful islands on the North Coast. Paradise Island will welcome you with turquoise water, white sand and colorful reef. Visit the Monte Cristi National Park where you can explore the mangrove jungle and see local wild life.
After being collected from your hotel in Puerto Plata, Sosua or Cabarete, make your way to Punta Rucia and enjoy the amazing views of the lovely Dominican landscapes.
Here, climb aboard a speedboat that will take you to Cayo Arena ( the local name of Paradise Island ) Upon arrival on the island, you will be welcomed by turquoise waters and white sand. Go ashore to sunbathe and explore or take a guided snorkeling tour during which you will see a variety of tropical fish and coral. Enjoy a selection of fresh fruits and drinks which will be served on the island.
Before lunch, take a speedboat ride through the mangroves.
On the way back we make a stop at a local market.
What's Included
- Lunch Buffet lunch
- Boat ride through the mangroves
- Soft drinks and fresh fruits on the island
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- National Park fees
- Snorkeling Equipment
- Drinks with the lunch
- DVD (available to purchase)
Meeting and Pickup
What To Expect
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Puerto Plata
2 hours Admission Ticket Free
Playa Ensenada
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Paradise Island & The Mangroves (Cayo Arena)
3 hours Admission Ticket Included
Punta Rucia
45 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Puerto Plata Province
2 hours Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Don't forget to bring your towel, swimwear and sunblock
- Please bring another set of dry clothes the bus ride back
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
Q: Will I get seasick on Paradise Island & Mangroves Tour?
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Activity code: C-69492P13
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AST).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Lunch. Buffet lunch.
- Boat ride through the mangroves.
- Soft drinks and fresh fruits on the island.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
- National Park fees.
- Snorkeling Equipment.
- Drinks with the lunch.
- DVD (available to purchase).
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 2. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Paradise Island & Mangroves Tour is as follows:
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Paradise Island & Mangroves Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- LunchBuffet lunch
- Boat ride through the mangroves
- Soft drinks and fresh fruits on the island
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- National Park fees
- Snorkeling Equipment
- Drinks with the lunch
- DVD (available to purchase)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Don't forget to bring your towel, swimwear and sunblock
- Please bring another set of dry clothes the bus ride back
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
