Guide And Bottled Water, No Meal

Waterfalls of Damajagua from Puerto Plata

★ 4.3 21 verified reviews

3 hours, hotel pickup listed, free cancellation.

from $74.99 per person

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Duration: 3 hours
Meeting point: Confirmed after booking
Cancellation: Free cancellation
Run by: Country World Adventures

Overview

This 3-hour trip from Puerto Plata takes you to the Damajagua waterfalls, the cascade system commonly called the 27 Waterfalls, with a professional guide, hotel pickup and drop-off, and bottled water. The tour covers the 7 Waterfalls of Damajagua. Entry is listed as included in this tour, so there should be no gate fee on arrival, though it is worth confirming on the booking page before you travel.

The shape of the day is simple. A vehicle collects you at your hotel and drives you to the falls, where you hike uphill on the way in before descending through the falls themselves. Reviewers describe the uphill hike as the hardest part and say the water is refreshing after the climb. One traveller also mentioned eating fresh mango from a park tree along the way.

It suits people in reasonable shape who can swim and are comfortable dropping into moving water while wearing a life jacket. The listing is plain that it is not recommended for pregnant travellers, people with back or heart problems, or anyone with limited mobility, and children must be accompanied by an adult. Alcoholic drinks, lockers and gratuities are extra, so bring spending money.

What's Included

Included

Professional guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Bottled water
7 Waterfalls of Damajagua

Not Included

Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Lockers (available to rent)
Gratuities

Itinerary

Hotel pickupThe tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off from Puerto Plata.
Drive to DamajaguaYou travel by vehicle to the Damajagua Waterfalls site, where the visit begins.
Hike to the fallsYou hike uphill to reach the top of the first seven falls. Reviewers describe this as a steady climb that takes some effort.
Descend the waterfallsThe guide leads you down through the falls, and the full tour runs 3 hours in total. Admission is listed as included in the tour.
Return and drop-offAfter the descent you change and travel back, with drop-off at your hotel. Alcoholic drinks can be purchased at the site if you want them.

What To Expect From The Tour

A few practical points from the listing and from reviewer accounts will help you prepare.

Closed-toe shoes. The listing requires runners or closed-toe shoes that can get wet inside the falls. One reviewer said water shoes did not protect their feet on the walk, while another found they worked well, so sturdy footwear matters. Rubber shoes can be rented on arrival for a few dollars extra.
The uphill hike. Reviewers warn that the hike up to the falls is a real climb, with one describing it as roughly 25 minutes uphill. Travellers should have a moderate level of physical fitness, according to the listing. Go expecting effort before the fun.
Confident swimming. The listing states plainly that even with a life jacket and a guide, you should be a confident swimmer who is not afraid of dropping into moving water. If that description does not fit you, this is not the right tour.
No meal included. This specific product includes a guide, transport and bottled water only, with no food listed. Alcoholic drinks are available to purchase at the site.
What to bring. The listing recommends sun protection, insect repellent and spending money for beers, souvenirs and gratuities. Lockers can be rented for a few dollars extra, or you can leave belongings locked away at no charge under the operator's supervision.
Group size. The tour runs with a maximum of 30 travellers. One reviewer said the staff kept them safe, while another described long waits around check-in and after the descent, so allow some slack in your day.

Common issues. The listing itself flags several limits: the tour is not recommended for pregnant travellers, people with back or heart problems, or those with walking disabilities, and it is not wheelchair accessible. Weather can force route changes, since the itinerary may be adjusted at the guide's discretion, and poor weather can cancel the trip outright, in which case a different date or a full refund is offered. A minimum number of travellers is required, and the same refund or rebooking options apply if it is not met. One reviewer reported confusion at check-in and a long wait afterward, and another questioned the 27 waterfalls marketing, so set expectations around the seven falls covered by this tour.

Common Questions

What Is Included In This Tour?

The tour includes a professional guide, hotel pickup and drop-off, bottled water, and the 7 Waterfalls of Damajagua, with entry listed as included so there should be no gate fee on arrival. Confirm this on the booking page. Not included are alcoholic drinks, lockers and gratuities.

Is Food Or Lunch Included?

No meal is included on this product. Bottled water is provided, and alcoholic drinks can be purchased at the site. Bring spending money if you want drinks, souvenirs or to tip the guide.

Is Hotel Pickup Included?

Yes, hotel pickup and drop-off are included from Puerto Plata.

Can Children Join This Tour?

Children must be accompanied by an adult, so confirm ages with the operator before booking.

What Is The Cancellation Policy?

You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the experience starts, in local time. Cancellations or changes inside that window are not refunded or accepted. If the tour is cancelled for poor weather or because the minimum number of travellers is not met, you are offered a different date or a full refund.

What Should I Wear And Bring?

Wear runners or closed-toe shoes that can get wet, since the listing requires them inside the falls, though one reviewer found water shoes sufficient. Bring sun protection, insect repellent and spending money for beers, souvenirs and gratuities. Rubber shoes can be rented on arrival for a few dollars extra if needed.