Wild Off-Road Dune Buggy

Overview

Four hours behind the wheel of a dune buggy, three stops, and a lot of ground covered. This tour run by Funymar SRL takes riders out of the Bavaro/Punta Cana resort zone and into the Dominican countryside on a guided off-road loop, with hotel pickup and drop-off included in both morning and afternoon departures.

The route is built around three breaks from driving. First comes Playa Macao, one of the area's open beaches, where the group gets roughly 40 minutes to swim and take in the coast. Next is an organic farm stop with tastings of local coffee, chocolate and mamajuana. The final stop is a cenote, an underground cave with clear water where swimming is allowed and expected, so bring a suit.

Reviewers describe the ride as thrilling and report feeling safe, including one solo female traveller who praised the kind and energetic staff. Note the minimum of two people per booking, since one shared buggy is the base unit. Guides speak English, French and Spanish, and you can cancel up to 24 hours ahead for a full refund.

What's Included

Itinerary

1. Hotel pickupRoundtrip transportation is included from hotels and resorts in the Bavaro/Punta Cana area, with the pickup point confirmed at booking.
2. Off-road driveThe group sets off in buggies on a guided route through tropical countryside outside the resort zone.
3. Playa MacaoFirst stop is Macao Beach. The listing includes a 40-minute swim stop here.
4. Organic farm tastingThe second stop is an organic farm for tastings of Dominican coffee, chocolate and mamajuana.
5. Cenote swimThe last stop is a cenote, an underground water cave, where you can swim in clear water.
6. Return and drop-offThe convoy heads back and transport returns riders to their hotels in the Bavaro/Punta Cana area.

What To Expect From The Tour

Here is what to sort out before you go, based on the listing and on what travellers have reported back.

• What to bring. The operator lists swimwear, a towel, closed-toe shoes, goggles, a scarf, a change of clothes, sunscreen and cash. Two stops involve water, and the operator suggests gear for off-road conditions.
• Dust and gear. A scarf and goggles are on the operator's bring list, which points to wind and debris during an off-road buggy ride. Reviewers describe the drive as thrilling, so plan on an active outing rather than a clean sightseeing cruise.
• Swim stops. There are two chances to get in the water, the 40-minute stop at Macao Beach and the cenote at the end. Wear your suit under your clothes or use the change of clothes you packed.
• Solo travellers. One reviewer who went alone as a solo female said she felt completely safe and praised the staff. Keep in mind the booking minimum of two people for one shared buggy, so solo travellers pair up.
• Photos. Professional photos are not included in the price. One reviewer was very happy with the tour photographer's shots.
• Food and drink. Food and drinks are not included, though the farm stop covers coffee, chocolate and mamajuana tastings. Bring cash if you want anything at the beach or along the way.

Common issues. The listing requires a minimum of two people per booking, since one shared buggy is the base unit. One reviewer reported steering problems on their buggy but still felt secure and rated the team highly. Food, drinks, professional photos and souvenirs all cost extra.

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