Dominican Republic

Samaná

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A WHALE OF A TIME IN SAMANÁ

Journey to the idyllic peninsula of Samaná in the northeast corner of the Dominican Republic. Home to 2,500 humpback whales who return each winter to mate and birth their young, Samaná is graced with white-sand beaches, rolling mountains, fascinating history and gentle mangrove-filled lagoons.

Destination facts

Language
Spanish
Currency
Dominican pesos
Distance
4 hrs from Toronto, 4.5 hrs from Montreal
Good to know
Pirates flocked to this peninsula, hiding in its isolated coves. Many shipwrecks can still be spotted!
Best for
Nature lovers, adventure & family travel

CETACEAN SENSATION

Soak up whale facts at the Museo de las Ballenas. Learn why the area is one of the world’s most significant humpback whale sanctuaries and marvel at the 40-foot whale skeleton.

A SENSATIONAL STROLL

Wander the Malecón, the vibrant boardwalk winding along picturesque Samaná Bay. Enjoy live music, booming restaurants, artisan shops and sparkling local flavour.

MARVELLOUS MARINE MAMMALS

From January to March, hop aboard a whale-watching tour to witness Samana’s thousands of humpback whales court, mate and birth their young in the warm waters off Samaná Bay.

ISLAND ESCAPE

Travel 5 kilometres by boat to the small island of Cayo Levantado. Swim or kayak in its pristine waters, lounge on the palm-fringed beach and snack on ocean-fresh fish.

Explore resorts in Samaná

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Bahia Principe Grand Samana
Bahia Principe Grand Samana
5 stars
Adults-Only
ECOLABEL
LGBTQ2+
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Cayo Levantado Resort
Cayo Levantado Resort
5 stars
Luxe
Spa
LGBTQ2+
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Bahia Principe Grand El Portillo
Bahia Principe Grand El Portillo
4,5 stars
Family
ECOLABEL
LGBTQ2+
Play
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Viva V Samana by Wyndham
Viva V Samana by Wyndham
4,5 stars
Adults-Only
Spa
ECOLABEL
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Wyndham Alltra Samana All-Inclusive Resort
Wyndham Alltra Samana All-Inclusive Resort
4 stars
Family
LGBTQ2+
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