Sports and leisure activities Samaná Peninsula

Pinto is now more Dominican than French. Having arrived on the island at the age of two, he knows the region like the back of his hand! He now dedicates himself to organizing stand-up paddle and kayak tours. There are three routes to choose from: the "Discovery", which takes place on playa Limón and Portillo and allows you to discover reefs and mangroves (and sometimes see manatees!). The "combo river and sea", which, as the name suggests, allows you to sail between two worlds. And finally, the "Classic Sunset", ideal for discovering magnificent beaches at golden hour.

Swiss couple Serge and Christine Baudat have been running this renowned diving center in Las Galeras for many years. They offer introductory dives, training courses to pass your levels, or à la carte dives in the various spots of the Samana peninsula. The center is PADI-affiliated. You'll enjoy a warm French-speaking welcome and a family atmosphere: here, there are no more than five divers on an outing! The staff know how to adapt to all levels and offer invaluable advice. A highly recommended center.

It's been many years since Las Terrenas has been in the kitesurfing business! Here you will find a serious team of professionals who will take you to the best kitesurfing spots in the region and even in the country. All-inclusive packages for beginners are offered, including accommodation and food in the surrounding establishments. A good way to make your first slides on the sea! Cool and family atmosphere. Note that it is possible to use the services of French-speaking teachers if needed.

Nicole is Swiss and French speaking, but her favorite language is that of horses! She opened a ranch in 2016 where horses are treated like kings, offering beautiful rides. You will cross rivers, discover lush vegetation and beautiful beaches with Natacha, Mojito, Nelson or Napoleon. surrounding her ranch. They are considered, with reason, as being part of the most beautiful beaches of the country. The route crosses several beaches like the one of the playa of the Germans. Nicole also takes care of the horses.

Johannes Kestler has been a professional surfer for over 35 years and fell in love with surfing over 20 years ago in Indonesia, so much so that he decided to leave his native Germany and travel to the best surfing spots around the world, including California and Central America. Today he offers well-maintained and quality equipment for rent, gives lessons to beginners and intermediate surfers, and also organizes surf camps. Passion, safety and love of surfing. A highly recommended address.

The city's oldest agency, Joel & Ludi Excursions has been providing good, loyal service for 15 years, and is a must if you want to do something in town. The flagship product is a 60 km land/sea tour by buggy and quad, which includes a visit to a marble mine, a school, honey and coffee producers, Playa Rincon and Boca del Diablo. Also: fishing trips, catamaran or boat trips to visit the city's main beaches. Only agency that accepts payment by credit card.

This kitesurfing facility has been run by a team of IKO-certified instructors since 2007. They subsequently trained a team of international instructors to run the courses. Yannick, a French expatriate, is in charge. Las Terrenas has several spots open from December to September, each of varying degrees of difficulty. Ideal for beginners and those wishing to perfect their technique. You can also rent equipment (including stand-up paddles).

It's not just a simple bike rental company, from touring bikes to mountain bikes and fat bikes, Real Bike Shop offers private or group rides. Repair, maintenance, and seriousness are the assets of this former mechanic of professional cycling teams. On the road, in the forest or in the mountains, the rides are particularly enjoyable. For group rides, each level is respected in order not to penalize anyone. Long-term rentals are also possible. Perfect to discover the surroundings.

This zipline park is one of the biggest in the Caribbean! In total, there are no less than 12 zip lines that will allow you to fly above the canopy of El Valle. At an altitude of 100 meters, the first of the lines that you will take is more than 300 meters long at full speed (and it is not the only one)! As far as safety is concerned, there is no need to worry: the participants are harnessed to double harnesses through which three safety cables pass. What do you think? Are you ready to take the high road?

This attraction proposed in Samana is aimed at families as well as youth groups. It is a course of 12 zip lines that will allow you to discover this beautiful natural site in a different way. Other activities include a walk on the wild El Vallee beach, swimming in the Lulu waterfall, lunch on the beach with local products (fruit, chocolate, bananas, coffee and hot chocolate and the famous local aphrodisiac drink Mamajuana). All offers are on the agency's website.

The school is based in Playa Bonita, one of the most beautiful beaches. Carolina offers lessons for all ages and levels in a friendly atmosphere, in English, Spanish and French. This young Dominican woman, used to surfing and kitesurfing competitions, is a true passionate. Possibility of surf trip over several days with camp, or individual or group lessons, or simply to rent her board... Carolina is a mine of information on culture, nature and Dominican life. A beautiful meeting.

Run by Stéphane, a Frenchman, the Las Galeras Sea and Sun excursion agency offers a whole range of activities mainly focused on the sea. Taking advantage of his good knowledge of the place, Stéphane proposes boat excursions in the surroundings of Playa Fronton, but also big game fishing trips, moving encounters with whales passing by. It is also possible to plan buggy trips. A serious agency that lives up to its name: the sea and the sun are always there.

The Dive Academy, whose offices are located in the center of Las Terrenas, is a diving center (SSI and NAUI certified). It is on board of a 35 feet long catamaran that we go to discover the surroundings, for trips going from 3 hours to the whole day. As for diving, there are many options, from the first dive to the dive trips in the bay of Samana, including training courses. Whale watching trips are also available, from Samana or Cabo Cabron, depending on the weather. Audrey speaks French.

Located on Playa la Ballenas, Cocokite-fishing is a hybrid agency offering both big game fishing and kitesurfing trips. On the fishing side, you will get the best from Patrick, an experienced fisherman who has been fishing in Dominican waters for more than 20 years. On the kitesurfing side, Ambre will take care of you and will even offer you a short film of your exploits on the waves (120 US$ for a 2 hour trip). Family packs are available. The agency is the only one in the area to offer wake-boarding trips. A very professional address!

Johnny fell in love with Las Terrenas and decided to give up everything to come and live there. Since then, he shares his passion for the sea, the beautiful beaches and fishing! Tailor-made programs or guided outings on his well-equipped boat where he only receives small groups. His wife also runs a very good restaurant-bar, the Calypso Bar (at the same address). Two types of excursions: on Jackson or playa Escondida, with stops on other beaches (BBQ included to be tasted on the beach, open bar and aperitif with music on the boat). Unforgettable!