Puerto Plata Tour

[Colatech]

Suggestions/reviews for a tour of Puerto Plata area (not Cruise sponsored). looking for something for the two of us to take in the city, local area and highlights from a reputable operator that will surely get us back to port on time. Taino Bay port

Thanks in advance!

[cnice515]

@Colatech We will be in Puerto Plata in a couple of weeks (with RCCL) and are booking the TAINO BAY BEST OF PUERTO PLATA CITY TOUR which is detailed in the link below.  This company also does the same tour from Amber Cove as well.  They have a 5* rating on TA.

 

https://www.iguanamama.com/eat-drink-be-merry-puerto-plata-city-tour.html

 

[long Island]

There are plenty of people offering excursions outside the exit of Taino Bay cruise port. walk past the pool, and all the shops to the exit.

[PC Skier]

21 hours ago, long Island said:

There are plenty of people offering excursions outside the exit of Taino Bay cruise port. walk past the pool, and all the shops to the exit.

We agree easy to get tour just outside the exit. We were there last Oct. just make sure the driver speaks english if you don't speak Spanish. We made that mistake a few years ago.

[LakePerson]

On 2/7/2023 at 1:57 PM, cnice515 said:

@Colatech We will be in Puerto Plata in a couple of weeks (with RCCL) and are booking the TAINO BAY BEST OF PUERTO PLATA CITY TOUR which is detailed in the link below.  This company also does the same tour from Amber Cove as well.  They have a 5* rating on TA.

 

https://www.iguanamama.com/eat-drink-be-merry-puerto-plata-city-tour.html

 

Can you provide feedback on this tour?

[Colatech]

I can not attest to this particular tour, but it certainly looks appealing. We chose to walk into town and was a bit disappointed, while there were a few interesting highlights, there really wasn't a lot to see, so a tour would surely be better. Outside of the general area would be unsafe, in my opinion. 

BTW, the Port area was one of the best we have visited in the Caribbean.

[CruisnDeb]

@cnice515 did you do this tour?  We are looking at doing it next year.  Would love to know your opinion on if it was worth the cost.

Edited September 22, 2023 by CruisnDeb

[Colatech]

No, I'm afraid we never got enough info. If we ever go back, we will surely do an organized tour. The town is a bit disappointing and maybe we missed some things as we walked to it. We were impressed by the port area though.

[nzdisneymom]

So @Colatech did you get to look around the Taino Bay area for shopping for souvenirs and if so, how did they compare to what is available within an easy walk outside of the port area?  We're looking at booking a shore excursion through the cruise line but then spending some time nearby once we get back.  We're scheduled to be docked 7A-4P and we're looking at a 3.5 hr excusion so we figure we'll be back to the ship area by 12:30.  Did you get to try any of the restaurants nearby for some authentic cuisine?

[Colatech]

The port area is great. We purchased some shirts and souvenirs there. We went in a few shops in town but were not impressed with the variety. Again, we just didn't care much for the town.

 

[dudiert53]

We've explored Puerto Plato with Edwin Taxi Tours. Was a great day. Guide had excellent English, very knowledgeable. Very enjoyable.