Hiking Tabernacle Thundering Waterfall in Dominican Republic
Looking for things to do in Santo Domingo? You can't miss this hike in Dominican Republic. Let´s get to know the dominican countryside and the coolest hike in DR: El Tabernáculo. LGBTQ+ friendly experience, vegetarian accomodating We first take a 2-hour road trip full of breathtaking sights to get to Los Cacaos. We begin our journey to El Tabernáculo. It's a 3-hour route within hiking, swimming, climbing, etc. It's a route full of adrenaline and adventure. Swimming is mandatory, but you don't need to know how to swim with the life vest. The difficulty of this route is considered medium, it's a strenuous experience. It's not easy, completely doable, though. You must not have any injuries. You don't need to be an athlete, though. After the hike, we change clothes (there's no restroom, we use the vehicle and nature) and go back to the town to have a dominican lunch. Then we come back happy to Santo Domingo at around 4pm.
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“Did this activity with my sister and we loved it! We travelled from Punta Cana and arranged transportation with the company. The drivers were friendly and on time. We ended up doing 3 hikes in one, they were a bit challenging but definitely worth it. ”
“Let me start by saying: WOW! This tour was truly one of the most incredible experiences I've had. From the very beginning, everything was seamless. Pickup was right on time—in fact, Daniel arrived early, which I really appreciated since I was early too! The vehicle was clean, comfortable, and perfect for the day ahead. Daniel, our guide, was informative, attentive, friendly, and genuinely enjoyable to spend the day with. After picking up two other families, he gave us an honest overview of the day, offered helpful suggestions, and made sure everyone was comfortable before heading to the river. He even asked if anyone was craving anything and went out of his way to help people find what they wanted, whether it was cherry juice, ice cream, or a beer. Once we arrived, Daniel and Mistoline gave us a quick warm-up, and then the adventure began! We explored stunning caves with crystal-clear, refreshing water. The scenery was absolutely breathtaking. I brought a waterproof phone case, and Mistoline kindly took over as our photographer, which allowed everyone in the group to relax, interact, and enjoy the experience together. I was honestly terrified at times and slipped more than once, but both Daniel and Mistoline were incredibly supportive. They helped me and the other women navigate the more challenging areas safely, making sure everyone felt comfortable and secure. What I appreciated most was that we never felt rushed. After each beautiful cave, we had time to pause, take it all in, and truly appreciate our surroundings. After the tour, we stopped at a local restaurant where the owners treated us like family. We enjoyed a delicious family-style meal, played Dominican dominoes, and drank the coldest Presidente beers I had during my entire trip—especially the Vestida de Novia! On the way back, Daniel even stopped for ice cream before personally dropping each of us off at our destinations. I honestly can't stop recommending this experience. It showed me a completely different side of the Dominican Republic and created memories I'll never forget. Thank you, Daniel and Mistoline, for such an amazing day! ”
“This was the Best Experience. Definitely Worth Every Dollar! Our guide was perfect. Fresh coffee before and a real Lunch after. This really is an all-day event. You want to account for traffic. We got back by 6pm-ish. I would do this again in a heartbeat! Bring a change of clothes, and real water shoes, not sandals! You are going to get wet head to toe. They will provide a helmet and a vest.”
“Host/ guide was rude. Tall/ light skinned guide. He also mocked me for being timid- as I was fearful of the water. He was absolutely snobbish- never had a guide experience like this before. When they first had the experience listed, they only advertised as a hike. I reached out to the owner to further clarify as a “water hike” and swimming is mandatory to ensure all persons booking are aware (in advance). This allows persons to book from an informed perspective and participate based on their known skill set. Tip: It’s highly recommended you know how to swim; or NOT have a fear of water. Food was good.”
“I absolutely loved this hike, it was definitely a little challenging at times but my family loved it especially since they have never been on a hike!! Shout out to Randolph he was such an amazing and awesome tour guide !! ”