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Boca Chica : Los Haitises Guided Hike and Kayaking

Short Description
Join a full-day guided excursion from Boca Chica to Los Haitises National Park. Hike through rainforest, kayak in mangroves, learn about Taíno culture and medicinal plants, with transport, lunch and bilingual guide included.
Description
Overview
? Join a scenic, full-day adventure departing from Boca Chica to Sabana de la Mar and into Los Haitises National Park. Through a guided hike in humid rainforest and a kayaking journey through mangrove swamps, you’ll discover lush vegetation, unique wildlife and the legacy of the Taíno people.
Highlights
✨ Kayaking in mangroves of Los Haitises
✨ Hiking the rainforest (primary & secondary broadleaf forest)
✨ Learning about medicinal plants and Taíno life
✨ Includes transport from Boca Chica
Full Description
Start with a transfer from Boca Chica to the port at Caño Hondo / Sabana de la Mar. You’ll hike for around 3 hours through the humid forest of Los Haitises National Park, where you’ll learn about local medicinal plants and explore broadleaf primary and secondary forest including the spring of the Jivales River.
Then you’ll don life jackets and hop into single or double kayaks for about 2 hours paddling through mangrove swamps, bird-filled channels and scenic hills, emerging at San Lorenzo Bay for great photo-ops of forested limestone coastline. Tours & Excursions
If you prefer, there is also a shorter option: only hiking, or only kayaking (2 or 4 hours) instead of the full hike + kayak combo.
The tour finishes back at the starting point. It is recommended to go early in the morning to increase your chances of seeing manatees, crustaceans and dolphins.
What’s Included
✅ Single or double kayaks
✅ Life jackets
✅ Tour guides (English & Spanish)
✅ Transport from Boca Chica
✅ Water bottle
✅ Lunch
My Guide Dominican Republic+1
(Note: alcoholic drinks are noted separately in the original listing.)
What to Bring
? Comfortable shoes for the hike
? Swimwear / Dry clothes
? Sunscreen, insect repellent
? Camera / binoculars for bird-/wildlife-spotting
? Light rain-jacket (forest & mangrove terrain)
(These suggestions are typical for such an activity though not all explicitly listed in the original text.)
Duration
Approximately 10 hours for the full hike + kayaking tour.
Price
From approx US $185 per person. My Guide Dominican Republic+1
Meeting Point
Departing from Boca Chica (transport included) to Sabana de la Mar (Caño Hondo port) where the activities begin.
Why Travelers Love It
? The combination of rainforest hiking and mangrove kayaking gives a unique dual-experience of land and water adventure.
? Learning about the Taíno culture and local medicinal plants adds an enriching cultural dimension to the nature tour.
? The lush scenery of Los Haitises National Park — including mangroves, limestone hills, and remote coastline — offers great photo opportunities and a sense of exploring off the beaten path.
? The included transport, lunch, and equipment take care of the logistics so you can focus on the experience.
? Early departures increase the chance to spot wildlife such as manatees, dolphins or crustaceans in their natural habitat.
Important Note
After completing your reservation, our team will contact you one day before your tour to confirm your exact hotel / Airbnb pickup time or meeting point.
If you selected a meeting point during your booking, please note that your reservation is fully confirmed — simply arrive at the chosen location at the scheduled time.
Please ensure the WhatsApp number, phone number, or email you entered during booking is correct so we can reach you smoothly.
For any changes to your reservation, weather questions, or special requests, feel free to contact us:
- 📞 Barbara (WhatsApp): +1 829-318-9463
- 📞 Dary (WhatsApp): +1 829-754-6322
- 📧 Email: [email protected]
We look forward to welcoming you! 🌴✨
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Reviews
I'm not usually a fan of group tours, but this one completely exceeded my expectations. The small group size created a sense of camaraderie, and our guide fostered a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere. We shared stories, laughed together, and formed genuine co…
Absolutely amazing! The sights were breathtaking, and the atmosphere was wonderful. Book this, and you won't forget it.
The trip was well worth the value! We saw sights and things we could never have seen on our own.
A memory that will last a lifetime, thanks to our awesome guide. Can't wait to tell all our friends about it, it's well worth it.
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