Monkey Encounter and Horse-Riding Tour in Puerto Plata
Overview
Feed and interact with playful squirrel monkeys in a natural habitat and learn all about their behavior.
Enjoy a countryside horseback riding experience through the lush countryside.
Taste a home-cooked Dominican meal.
Get up close with Macaws, Cockatoos, African Greys, Flamingos and more!
What's Included
- Lunch Free Dominican meal with a $15 value is included! A home-cooked Dominican lunch, consisting of rice, beans, chicken, fried plantains, vegetables, salat, etc..
- Bottled water Help us to reduce plastic waste! One bottle of water will be provided for free and can be refilled unlimited times. If a bottle is thrown away purposely, you will have to pay US$1 for the next one.
- Safety Equipment
- Round-trip transportation in a/c vehicle from Port (Bus departure is 45 minutes after ship arrival)
- Professional Guides
- Alcoholic beverages Alcoholic drinks (Can be purchased, starting at US$5)
- Carbonated beverages Can be purchased starting at US$2
- Lockers (available for rent US$2-3)
- Gratuities are optional
- Transportation from Hotels (Only available for cruise guests)
- Pictures
Meeting and Pickup
Bus departure is 45 minutes after ship arrival. Exact meeting instructions will be provided upon booking. Please make sure to select the tour starting time 45 minutes after your confirmed ship arrival time. For example, if your ship arrives at 8:00AM, please select the 8:45AM option.
What To Expect
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Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Alcoholic drinks are only being served to travelers 21+ years
- Not allowed to access Squirrel Monkey habitat or interact with parrots if sick (coughing, flu, etc.)
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Monkey Encounter and Horse-Riding Tour in Puerto Plata?
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AST).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Lunch. Free Dominican meal with a $15 value is included! A home-cooked Dominican lunch, consisting of rice, beans, chicken, fried plantains, vegetables, salat, etc.
- Bottled water. Help us to reduce plastic waste! One bottle of water will be provided for free and can be refilled unlimited times. If a bottle is thrown away purposely, you will have to pay US$1 for the next one.
- Safety Equipment.
- Round-trip transportation in a/c vehicle from Port (Bus departure is 45 minutes after ship arrival).
- Professional Guides.
- Alcoholic beverages. Alcoholic drinks (Can be purchased, starting at US$5).
- Carbonated beverages. Can be purchased starting at US$2.
- Lockers (available for rent US$2-3).
- Gratuities are optional.
- Transportation from Hotels (Only available for cruise guests).
- Pictures.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 3. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Monkey Encounter and Horse-Riding Tour in Puerto Plata is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Alcoholic drinks are only being served to travelers 21+ years
- Not allowed to access Squirrel Monkey habitat or interact with parrots if sick (coughing, flu, etc.)
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Monkey Encounter and Horse-Riding Tour in Puerto Plata will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- LunchFree Dominican meal with a $15 value is included! A home-cooked Dominican lunch, consisting of rice, beans, chicken, fried plantains, vegetables, salat, etc..
- Bottled waterHelp us to reduce plastic waste! One bottle of water will be provided for free and can be refilled unlimited times. If a bottle is thrown away purposely, you will have to pay US$1 for the next one.
- Safety Equipment
- Round-trip transportation in a/c vehicle from Port (Bus departure is 45 minutes after ship arrival)
- Professional Guides
- Alcoholic beveragesAlcoholic drinks (Can be purchased, starting at US$5)
- Carbonated beveragesCan be purchased starting at US$2
- Lockers (available for rent US$2-3)
- Gratuities are optional
- Transportation from Hotels (Only available for cruise guests)
- Pictures
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Alcoholic drinks are only being served to travelers 21+ years
- Not allowed to access Squirrel Monkey habitat or interact with parrots if sick (coughing, flu, etc.)
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
