Puerto Plata: Monkey Sanctuary, Fortress & Rum Tasting Tour – Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic
Discover Puerto Plata’s highlights on a guided tour. Visit a monkey sanctuary, explore San Felipe Fortress, stroll through the Victorian district, and enjoy rum and chocolate tastings.
PRICE: $99,999
per person
Begin your journey with a comfortable pickup from your port or hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle. Drive through the scenic Dominican countryside to reach the Monkey Sanctuary. Step into a lush natural habitat to meet a friendly troop of squirrel monkeys. Under the guidance of expert rangers, spend 45 minutes interacting with them. These adorable monkeys love to jump on your shoulders, pose for photos, and eat fruit directly from your hands.
After this unforgettable nature experience, head to the city center to explore Puerto Plata’s rich history. Stop at the Fortaleza San Felipe, a 16th-century stone fortress built to protect the city from pirates. Explore the ancient walls and enjoy panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean.
Next, take a guided walking tour through the Victorian district. Visit the most photogenic spots in the city: the colorful Umbrella Street and the iconic Paseo de Doña Blanca (The Pink Street).
To complete the experience, indulge your senses with a taste of the Caribbean. Visit the Macorix House of Rum to learn about the distillation process and enjoy a tasting of premium aged rums and flavored liqueurs. Stop at a local Chocolate Factory to sample organic Dominican cacao.
Tour Highlights:
Feel the thrill of having squirrel monkeys jump on your shoulders
Explore the 16th-century San Felipe Fortress and enjoy ocean views
Stroll through Puerto Plata’s Victorian district and see Umbrella Street
Taste premium aged rums and flavored liqueurs at Macorix House of Rum
Sample organic Dominican cacao at a local chocolate factory
Includes:
Round-trip transportation (Amber Cove, Taino Bay, Hotels)
Entrance fee to Monkey Sanctuary
Entrance fee to San Felipe Fortress
Rum and Chocolate Tastings
Professional bilingual guide
Bottled water
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