Nexus Buggy Ride, Max 14

Overview

Nexus Tours runs this buggy outing with a 3-hour driving portion, and hotel transfers bringing the total experience to about 4 hours from pickup to drop-off. A tour guide leads the group, drinks are provided along the way, and the group is capped at 14 travellers.

Drivers must be at least 18, passengers at least 4, and the operator bars pregnant guests and anyone under the influence of alcohol. It is not recommended for travellers with back problems or serious heart conditions, and a moderate level of physical fitness is expected.

Hotel transport is included, but only from centrally located Punta Cana hotels. Stays outside that zone may carry an extra fee, and you must supply your full hotel details at booking or the reservation cannot be confirmed. Non-alcoholic drinks and bottled water are provided; anything at the after-tour bar, plus souvenirs, photos and local products like coffee, cacao and cigars, costs extra.

What's Included

Included

Transportation, (Only from/to centrally located Hotels in the Punta Cana area)
Tour guide
Non- alcoholic drinks
Bottled water
Pickup at Punta Cana hotels. Exact time emailed within 24 hours of booking.

Not Included

Tour video, photos, souvenirs, coffee, cacao, cigars, and other local produces. At the after tour bar: soft drinks, sports beverages, and beers, rum.

Itinerary

Hotel pickupPickup from centrally located Punta Cana hotels, included in the price. The exact time is emailed within 24 hours of booking.
Buggy route, 3 hoursThe driving portion of the tour runs 3 hours with a guide leading the group. There is a cave stop, though guests with mobility restrictions cannot visit it.
After-tour barSoft drinks, sports drinks, beer and rum at the bar after the ride are not included in the tour price.
Return transferTransport back to the same centrally located Punta Cana hotels. Total tour time including transfers is about 4 hours.

What To Expect From The Tour

A few practical points from the listing will shape the day, so it helps to know them before booking.

What to wear. The operator asks for comfortable clothes, a swimsuit, closed shoes, sunglasses and sunscreen. Bring a camera as well.
Bring cash. Extra cash is recommended for souvenirs and additional expenses. The tour video, photos, coffee, cacao and cigars all cost extra, as do bar drinks after the ride.
Group size. The tour runs with a maximum of 14 travellers. A tour guide is included with the tour.
Fitness level. A moderate physical fitness level is expected. The tour is not recommended for travellers with back problems, pregnant travellers, or anyone with heart problems or other serious medical conditions.
Drinks provided. Non-alcoholic drinks and bottled water are included during the tour. Bar drinks such as beers and rum are paid for separately, and nobody under the influence of alcohol may take part.
Camera. The listing specifically suggests bringing a camera. Note that any photos or video sold by the operator are a separate purchase.

Common issues. The cave is off-limits to guests with mobility restrictions, and the tour is not wheelchair accessible. Pickup is only free from centrally located Punta Cana hotels, and stays elsewhere may incur an extra fee. Cancellation is strict: less than 24 hours before the start time means no refund and no changes accepted. The after-tour bar, photos, video and local products all add to the cost.

Common Questions

How Long Is The Tour?

The driving portion lasts 3 hours, and the full experience with hotel transfers runs about 4 hours. The exact pickup time is emailed within 24 hours of booking.

Is Hotel Pickup Included?

Yes, transport is included, but only from centrally located hotels in the Punta Cana area. If your hotel is outside that zone an extra fee may apply, and you must provide complete hotel details at booking or the reservation cannot be confirmed.

What Is Included In The Price?

Transportation to and from central Punta Cana hotels, a tour guide, non-alcoholic drinks and bottled water. Admission for the tour itself is included.

What Costs Extra?

The tour video and photos, souvenirs, coffee, cacao, cigars and other local products. At the after-tour bar, soft drinks, sports beverages, beers and rum are also paid for separately.

Can Children Take Part?

Drivers must be at least 18 years old, and accompanying passengers must be at least 4. Infants must sit on laps. Pregnant guests are not allowed on the tour.

What Is The Cancellation Policy?

Cancel at least 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window no refund is given and changes are not accepted, with cut-off times based on local time.