Caribbean Vacation: Best Beaches In The Dominican Republic

The Dominican Republic is a popular destination in the Caribbean, known for its idyllic white sand and some black sand beaches backed by palm trees. Often the beaches seem endless, all lapped by clear, turquoise waters.

Meanwhile, whether visiting the east, south or north, there are many choices for even the pickiest travelers. Moreover, this Caribbean destination has 1,000 miles of sandy coastline and boasts 200 beaches. With a choice of beaches on the Caribbean and Atlantic Sea, how can you choose the best? The following are considered to be the best

Best beaches in the Dominican Republic

Bahía de Las Águilas white-sand beach

For those seeking peaceful and underdeveloped beaches, Bahía de Las Águilas is considered to be the most beautiful beach in the country. This five-mile stretch of white sand is lapped by crystal clear turquoise waters. However, you will find no shops, hotels or restaurants, as the beach is protected as part of the Jaragua National Park. The coastline here is backed by a craggy karst landscape, adding to its charm. While the beach is not a busy location, travelers can visit in an all-terrain vehicle or travel here by boat from Cabo Rojo.

Boca Chica and water sports

Due to its proximity to Santo Domingo, Boca Chica is considered the capital city‘s main beach. This busy beach stretches for almost a mile and is well protected by a large coral reef and its shallow waters. As the water is under four feet deep, it is a favorite swimming and diving spot for families.

Moreover, this beach is known for beach volleyball tournaments and annual sailing events. When feeling hungry, visitors can enjoy fresh seafood and fish from the beach fish fry shacks or at one of the beachfront restaurants. The beach is also lined with smaller and large hotels.

Visit Cayo Arena for diving in the Dominican Republic

Cayo Arena is also known as Cayo Paraiso, which is the perfect name for the clean sand and crystal-clear, shallow waters. Here, snorkeling is the perfect sport due to the abundant marine life in the corals and sponges. Divers can easily spot crabs, surgeonfish, octopuses, sergeant majors, angel fish and yellowtail snappers all swimming around their feet. Meanwhile, the sandbank here is an ideal spot to relax and get a tan.

Isla Catalina – one of the best beaches

Isla Catalina [Image by neufal54 from Pixabay]

This beach is close to La Romana and is popular for many water sports opportunities, but especially for snorkeling and scuba diving. While the entire stretch of sand is available to the public, some parts are used for cruise ship excursions.

Meanwhile, the beach has white sand and calm, clear waters and is totally unspoiled by development. Moreover, the waters have plenty of coral reefs, including the iconic Captain Kidd’s shipwreck, located 70 feet down, a little off the island. Other great dive sites include the Aquarium and the more than 100-foot Catalina Wall.

Playa el Limon, Dominican Republic

It isn’t easy to access this stretch of clean white sand, which can be seen from Playa Moron, once a stronghold of pirates. However, it is definitely recommended to visit Playa el Limon, one of the quietest beaches in the Dominican Republic. One way to get here is to join an excursion that heads to the beach by wading down the Limon River.

Experience the best beaches of the Dominican Republic in the Caribbean this year, making memories for a lifetime. Find out more about the country on its official tourism website.