Beaches (5–15 minutes away)
Sun, surf, and sandy toes — these are your closest shorelines from Brisa Encuentro.
| Activity / Location | Distance / Time | Description | Best For | Links / Number |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Encuentro Beach | 12-minute walk / 3-min drive | Legendary surf break for beginners to pros; beach cafés, board rentals, and lessons nearby. | Surfing, sunrises, casual beach cafés | Surf School: WhatsApp +1 809 XXX-XXXX |
| Kite Beach | 5-minute drive | Global kiteboarding hotspot; consistent wind, schools like Liquid Blue Cabarete, and lively beach bars. | Kiteboarding, watersports | Kite School: WhatsApp +1 809 XXX-XXXX |
| Cabarete Beach | 8-minute drive | Downtown’s vibrant stretch with beach bars, shops, live music, and moonlit dining. | Nightlife, restaurants, beach strolls | Tourist Info: www.cabarete.com |
| Sosúa Beach | 15-minute drive | Turquoise bay with calm water, ideal for snorkeling and swimming. Local vendors rent umbrellas and gear. | Families, snorkeling | Snorkel Tours: +1 809 XXX-XXXX |
Fitness, Nature & Adventure
Keep the heart rate up — or slow it down under the palms.
| Activity / Location | Distance / Time | Description | Best For | Links / Number |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yoga / Gym / Spin (Encuentro Plaza) | 3-minute walk | Studios for yoga, fitness, and spin; a local hub for wellness classes and cafés. | Wellness travelers, remote workers | Studio Info: +1 809 XXX-XXXX |
| El Choco National Park | 15-minute drive | Hike limestone caves and freshwater lagoons with a local guide through lush jungle. | Nature lovers, hiking | Park Tours: www.elchocoparkdr.com |
| Monkey Jungle & Zipline | 20-minute drive | Feed capuchin monkeys, fly across canopies, and support a community medical project. | Families, adventurers | Tickets: +1 809 XXX-XXXX |
🚙 Day Trips Worth the Drive
From waterfalls to mountain towns — all within easy reach.
| Destination | Distance / Time | Description | Best For | Links / Number |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Puerto Plata | 40-minute drive | Cable car to Mount Isabel de Torres, colonial fort, city views & rum factory tours. | Culture, sightseeing | City Tours: +1 809 XXX-XXXX |
| 27 Charcos de Damajagua Waterfalls | 45-minute drive | Slide, jump, and swim through cascading waterfalls — a must-do adventure. | Adrenaline lovers | Tour Guide: www.27charcos.com |
| Laguna Dudu & Playa Grande (Cabrera) | 1.5-hour drive | Two blue lagoons, cliff jumping, and a relaxing beach lunch at Playa Grande. | Full-day explorers | Driver: WhatsApp +1 809 XXX-XXXX |
| Cayo Arena (Paradise Island) | 2 h 40 m drive + boat | Coral reef paradise accessed only by boat — ideal for snorkeling & photos. | Snorkelers, photographers | Boat Tours: +1 809 XXX-XXXX |
| Jarabacoa (Mountain Escape) | 2.5-hour drive | Cool air, coffee farms, river rafting, and waterfalls in the central highlands. | Eco-travelers, couples | Tour Operator: www.jarabacoatours.com |
👨👩👧 Family & Group Activities
Kid-approved, adult-appreciated adventures nearby.
| Activity | Distance / Time | Description | Best For | Links / Number |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laguna SOV Water Park | 15-minute drive | Slides, splash zones, shaded cabanas, and lifeguards — a fun half-day escape. | Families with kids | Tickets: +1 809 XXX-XXXX |
| Monkey Jungle & Zipline | 20-minute drive | Friendly monkeys and canopy ziplines — safe & scenic fun for all ages. | Families, groups | Tickets: +1 809 XXX-XXXX |
| Kaskada Water Park (Santiago) | 1.5-hour drive | Large waterpark with slides, wave pools, and lazy rivers — perfect day trip. | Groups, kids & teens | Info: www.kaskadapark.com |
| Horseback Riding on the Beach | Available at Encuentro & Cabarete Beaches | Guided beach rides at sunset; beginner-friendly and unforgettable. | Couples, families | Ranch Contact: WhatsApp +1 809 XXX-XXXX |
Need help booking or arranging a driver? Contact our host concierge at WhatsApp +1 809 XXX-XXXX.
☀️ Insider Tip
Plan one “no-plan” day. Walk to Fresh Fresh Café for breakfast, stroll to Encuentro Beach for a surf or swim, nap by the pool, and finish with sunset drinks at Drifter or Aura. Here, doing nothing is a perfectly valid itinerary.