If you already have plans to visit Puerto Plata or are looking for a place with amazing beaches that you can visit at any time of the year, keep reading until the end.
On the North Coast, due to the incidence of the Atlantic Ocean, the beaches of Puerto Plata have waters at very pleasant temperatures and different from those of other coasts. In addition, the impact of the algae that affect the Caribbean Sea is minimal, which makes the experience of enjoying a delicious bath something wonderful.
Look at some of the most impressive beaches in Puerto Plata, worthy of your best posts on your favorite social network. Be sure to save this content so you don't miss any details of what to expect and how to get there.
Cayo Arena
An impressive coral islet, located in Punta Rucia, Puerto Plata, surrounded by white sand and crystal-clear waters, with one of the richest and most varied marine ecosystems in the Caribbean, and its unparalleled variety of mangroves. Ideal for sunbathing, snorkeling in its colorful coral gardens, swimming, and living a unique experience. Indeed, an unforgettable adventure to enjoy if you visit Puerto Plata. Cayo Arena is considered the most beautiful, virgin beach with natural conditions in the Dominican Republic.
How to get there
Imbert-Luperon highway, travel approximately 15 kilometers and reach the town of the Strait. From that point, take the Ranchito-Punta Rucia highway. After traveling approximately 47 kilometers you will arrive at Punta Rucia and then you will take a 15-minute boat trip, where you will find Cayo Arena.
Playa la Ensenada
Although it is a couple of hours from the city of Puerto Plata, you can enjoy the Dominican culture by driving down the road and through some towns to arrive and enjoy its crystal-clear turquoise waters. It is characterized by being visited by the local public. Here you can find different typical restaurants (beach bars), in which you can taste seafood and fresh fish while you soak your feet in the water.
How to get there
Imbert-Luperón highway, travel approximately 15 kilometers and reach the town of El Estrecho. From that point, take the Ranchito-Punta Rusia highway. After traveling approximately 45 kilometers you will arrive at Playa La Ensenada. Yes, Playa la Ensenada and Cayo Arena are in the same town.
Playa Sosua
Known for its fun with many bars, restaurants, and craft shops. Ideal for lovers of diving and snorkeling, with a wonderful and diverse maritime forest.
How to get there
Highway Puerto Plata-Sosua, travel approximately 24 kilometers to Playa Sosua. It can be accessed from two places: 1- Entrance through the Charamico Neighborhood, 2- Through the Batey, which by the way is my favorite.
Playa Alicia Sosua
In the center of the Batey, in Sosua, is Playa Alicia. This is one of the most recent beaches in the Dominican Republic, formed in 2003 by the displacement of the sand towards that place. Known as the "miraculous beach", it has El Parque Mirador and restaurants. It is an excellent place to take a delicious bath, swim calmly and enjoy the most impressive sunsets.
How to get there
Puerto Plata-Sosua highway, travel approximately 25 kilometers to Playa Alicia, accessing through the dead-end street.
Playa Cabarete
It is a world reference in wind and sail water sports and activities, located in the center of the town of Cabarete, ideal for surfing, windsurfing, kitesurfing and Stand-Up Paddleboarding. With its more than 3 kilometers of beach you will have plenty of space to swim and relax. It also has a wide variety of bars, restaurants and shops that turn into an adventure of magical nights at night.
How to get there
Puerto Plata-Sosua-Cabarete Highway, travel approximately 37 kilometers to Cabarete Beach, located on the same highway.
Playa Dorada
Ten minutes east of the Historic Center of Puerto Plata, this reef-protected beach, located within the Playa Dorada tourist complex, has some sections certified with the blue flag. In it you can enjoy water activities, snorkeling, kayaking, windsurfing, diving, and Stand-Up Paddle Boarding.
How to get there
Carretera Puerto Plata-Sosua-, travel approximately 7 kilometers to Playa Dorada, at the main entrance you can obtain information on the different accesses.
Playa Cosita Rica
Located on the boardwalk of Puerto Plata with an impressive view of the Atlantic Ocean; sometimes there are sections that are used for water sports, since its waves at times adapt to this type of activity.
How to get there
On General Gregorio Luperón Avenue, in the very center of the city of Puerto Plata; ideal for those who arrive through the Taino Bay cruise port and those who are staying in the city of Puerto Plata, because in less than 5 minutes they will arrive on foot.
Playa Long Beach
Like Cosita Rica, it is located on the Puerto Plata boardwalk. It is the longest beach on the boardwalk with amazing views of the Atlantic Ocean. Ideal for a delicious and more relaxed bath.
How to get there
About 100 meters from Cosita rica, on General Gregorio Luperon Avenue, in the very center of the city of Puerto Plata; ideal for those who arrive through the Taino Bay cruise port and those who are staying in the city of Puerto Plata, because in less than 5 minutes’ walk you will get there.
Playa Teco
Playa Teco is in the Maimon Bay. It is a paradisiacal beach with abundant vegetation in its surroundings, corals, crystal clear water and with beautiful views of its mountains around the bay.
How to get there
Puerto Plata-Maimon highway, travel approximately 14 kilometers to the community of Maimon. At this point within 5 minutes, you will arrive at Playa Teco. Ideal for those arriving through the Ambar Cove Cruise Port, as the journey will take approximately 5 minutes’ drive.
Playa grande Luperon
With incredible natural conditions, where stands out its impressive sand dunes or the tropical vegetation in its surrounding. Ideal to enjoy in tranquility and crystal-clear waters with an incredible view.
How to get there
Puerto Plata-Imbert highway, travel approximately 24 kilometers to the Imbert-Luperon highway, then travel approximately 26 kilometers until you reach Playa Grande, Luperón.
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