Domincian Republic Leisure

The Dominican Republic offers some of the best windsurfing in the world; with warm, turquoise tropical waters and steady winds put your strength to the test!

Offshore, the Bahía Samaná has been the preferred breeding area for humpback whales for many millions of years. Several boating companies offer whale-watching tours in season.

There are horses and ponies for rent from several equestrian centers.

Quad (ATV) riding is your opportunity to break free from the constraints of the Highway Code, go anywhere you like, and get as muddy as you like.

The Caribbean is world-renown for its diving spots. Come experience the ocean life of the tropics - close up!

Being able to play golf all year round is an additional benefit to visiting or living in the Dominican Republic. An 18 hole golf course is being designed and built by the famous Andy Dye in Las Terrenas and it should be ready in the second half of 2005.

And, after a long, hard day at the beach, don't forget to take time out to enjoy a magical Dominican sunset...

HINT
The temperature on the island remains fairly consistent at around 77 degrees Fahrenheit throughout the year. Generally, the whole island is sunny with tropical weather. The change in seasons is determined more by the annual rainfall then by the temperature. For the golfer, there are many gorgeous courses, with cliff views, and after hours clubs, with restaurants, spas and full ammenties.

HINT
The island is lush with fresh daily produce, tropical fruits and vegetables available in the markets, or also by many street vendors who daily bring their items, or also will deliver to your door.

HINT
At 18,750 square miles, the Dominican Republic is one of the largest islands in the Caribbean. With so much ground to cover, you will need to plan an itinerary in order to get the full experience of the island. There is so much diversity of things to see and do on the island from offroad jungle safaris, white water rafting, cave exploration, some of the best snorkelling and diving in the Caribbean, deep sea fishing, whale watching in Samana, hundreds of beautiful beaches, surrounded by lush tropical palms and flowers.