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Samaná

Samaná is a base on the peninsula for adding a boat trip across the bay to Los Haitises. The outing combines mangroves and mogotes with possible cave stops, subject to authorization and the condition of access points.

Samaná
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The place

What makes it special

  • Departing from Samaná makes a bay crossing by boat part of the visit.
  • The route offers views of mangroves, mogotes and cays.
  • Caves can add a geological and archaeological stop.
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Profile updated: 02/10/2026