Private Tour: Samaná Bay Expedition To Los Haitises

What a wonderful cultural exerience! Jose (my friend) you are the best!!! When I started planning our honeymoon trip, I wanted to include a true cultural experience, in our plans. We had... read moreWhen I started planning our honeymoon trip, I wanted to include a true cultural experience, in our plans. We had reservations at a very nice all inclusive resort in Punta Cana, but I know (from experience) these type places actually kind of shield you from the true flavor, culture and experience of the country they are supposed to represent. So, I set out to find an experienced and highly regarded local guide. Using the internet and friending several people on FB, I found several people that had wonderful experiences with Mr. Jose. After contacting and discussing what I was looking for myself and Wife to experience, I felt I could not go wrong. Well, I was SO right. Jose is a fine gentleman and true steward of his fine country. His knowledge and passion is second to none. We only had a day to go to the city and he utilized every second of our day to the fullest! He gifted me with exactly what I had asked him to provide, a true taste of The Dominican Republic. The city, the rich colonial history, the forest, a waterfall (that we had all to our selves), a wonderful little rural town (where we dined on very authentic, amazing food with locals), some freshly prepared milk candy that was to die for and all the history and local flavor that we could soak in, within the 12 hours we spent together. We... When I started planning our honeymoon trip, I wanted to include a true cultural experience, in our plans. We had reservations at a very nice all inclusive resort in Punta Cana, but I know (from experience) these type places actually kind of shield you from the true flavor, culture and experience of the country they are supposed to represent. So, I set out to find an experienced and highly regarded local guide. Using the internet and friending several people on FB, I found several people that had wonderful experiences with Mr. Jose. After contacting and discussing what I was looking for myself and Wife to experience, I felt I could not go wrong. Well, I was SO right. Jose is a fine gentleman and true steward of his fine country. His knowledge and passion is second to none. We only had a day to go to the city and he utilized every second of our day to the fullest! He gifted me with exactly what I had asked him to provide, a true taste of The Dominican Republic. The city, the rich colonial history, the forest, a waterfall (that we had all to our selves), a wonderful little rural town (where we dined on very authentic, amazing food with locals), some freshly prepared milk candy that was to die for and all the history and local flavor that we could soak in, within the 12 hours we spent together. We so enjoyed ourselves that I am already planning to bring my 17 year old stepson and stay in the city, so we have more time to soak up the beautiful Dominican culture. That day was truly one of the most memorable I've ever had traveling and to top it all off, we gained a new friend. Muchos gracias amigo, Brian K Pinsonat & Angela T Pinsonat

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Amazing monteplata waterfall tour My wife and I went on the Monteplata private waterfall tour from Santo Domingo. The entire experience was amazing. The... read moreMy wife and I went on the Monteplata private waterfall tour from Santo Domingo. The entire experience was amazing. The van was very nice as were Jose and Ranier, our guides. We went to three beautiful waterfalls and ate a delicious Dominican lunch at a cool country restaurant with great scenery. Jose took great pictures and sent them to us which was a huge bonus. They were very friendly and knowledgeable about Dominican culture and scenery. I definitely recommend Jose and would book again for a different tour next time. read less

BEST TOUR AND TOUR GUIDE, period!!! My friend and I went on a Santo Domingo Private City Tour...it was excellent! Jose Uribe proudly showed us his... read moreMy friend and I went on a Santo Domingo Private City Tour...it was excellent! Jose Uribe proudly showed us his city with excellent stories connected to the sights. Our experience at Lago Los Tres Oros probably was my favorite stop, even getting a chance to pull the underground boat across water to explore another section in the cavern.

If you decide to visit Santo Domingo before or after a cruise, please consider contacting Jose for a city tour...you won't be disappointed! read less

Great tour with José. I highly recommend José. He does a terrific job and is very knowledgeable. We will book him for our next visit.