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Samana Peninsula

The Samana Peninsula or simply known as Samana, is an exquisite destination in Dominican Republic made for nature lovers and adventure enthusiasts. Samana is loveliest part of Hispaniola Island abundant in lush green mountains that are covered in coconut trees. Moreover, Samana also has a long stretch of pristine beaches of fine white sands combined with the turquoise blue water.

Under the waters of Samana beaches is where the brightly-colored marine life, spiny lobsters and stunning coral reefs lie. The beach of Samana is the major attraction of the region.
The Dominican Republic majestic terrain was described by Christopher Columbus as "the most beautiful land in the world" and today the Samana Peninsula is acknowledged as the jewel in the crown of the Dominican Republic.
The balmy climate with it's ever-present trade winds and the warm temperature of the sub-tropical Atlantic Ocean combine to provide the Samana part of the island with year-round, delightful weather with only a few degrees difference in temperature between winter and summer. It can be visited any time of the year since Dominican Republic usually has a tropical weather, of some comfortable 28 degrees daily. During the month of May till the month of November, the whole Dominican Republic is prone to occasional tropical storms.
Samana has a high national park called Cabo Cabron National Park. It is located in the northeastern part of the peninsula.
Cabo Cabron is somehow difficult to access either by land or by water. Therefore, it is one of the most remote and unspoiled parts of Dominican Republic. This is a great place to hike the trails and do some horseback riding activities. The top of the national park is 360 feet above the wild ocean giving you a breathtaking view of the water, the island and the lush forests. The government of Dominican Republic does not allow any establishment to be built in Cabo Cabron National Park except for privately owned properties.

Another national park visited by many in Samana is the 'Los Haitises' National Park. It is situated in the southwestern part of the Samana Bay. The main attractions of the park are the rock carvings, giant mangrove trees and of course, the ancient caves with the drawings of the Taino Indians in it.

Many water activities can be done here in Samana. Locals and tourists are very fond of exploring the treasures of Samana under its deep and shallow water dives. Not only that they would get close to the coral reefs but they may visit the sunken ships at the Las Galeras Bay as well. There are also caves hidden under the waters of Samana waiting to be explored. Many divers are fascinated in the huge cliff face in Cabo Samana. This is one of the diving areas that is very challenging even for professional divers.

Las Terrenas

Las Terrenas at the Samana Peninsula. Out of the main regions of Dominican Republic, the peninsula of Samana is the smallest and is only made up of three divisions. This includes the city of Samana, the Las Galeras and the Las Terrenas. Las Terrenas was once a small village where most people get their income from the fishing industry. But as the years pass and many lands in Las Terrenas were developed, it is now considered as one of the best tourist destinations around the island of Dominican Republic.

Things to do:

• Whale watching
• Visit Cayo Levantado
• Visit Los Haitises National Park
• Swim in Playa Rincon
• Visit El Limon Waterfall (Casacada Del Limon)
• Watersports
• Horseback riding

The area of Las Terrenas has a weather which is perfect for the much dreamed summer holiday. The weather has an excellent combination of trade winds and sub-tropical warm temperature created by the Atlantic Ocean. All-year round, Las Terrenas offers tourists the cozy ambiance that you can never experience anywhere else in the world. Although there is a winter season in Las Terrenas, you can barely feel that the colder season is already approaching or has already hit the grounds of the fishing town. There is only a little difference in the temperature of the summer season and the winter season in Las Terrenas. However, you might need a windbreaker to fight against the chilly winds during the colder days in the town.

Top 10 beaches in the Dominican Republic:

1. Playa Coson
2. Playa Guayacanes
3. Cayo Levantado
4. Playa Juan Dolio
5. Cabo Rojo
6. Playa Las Terrenas
7. Playa Rincon
8. Playa Macao
9. Playa Grande
10. Playa Bayahibe

Las Terrenas' main attractions are the beaches, that would welcome you as you land your feet in the area of the town. The warm and hospitable acceptance of the calmness of Las Terrenas would make you feel like staying here for the rest of your life. No wonder many tourists and expatriates have decided to stay here rather than visit the town for a few days every year. The beaches are all carpeted with fine white sands that there's no need for you to wear slippers since your feet does not need protection from anything. Tall palm trees lines the shore as it gives shade for your relaxation while the sun is striking hot. There are also several wooden fishing boats parked in the shores of the beaches of Las Terrenas used by the locals so that you can taste the freshest and best sea food in the whole world.

Restaurants and cafes are scattered along the oceanfront of Las Terrenas. This is the ideal place to read a book, relax, and be captivated with the natural exquisiteness of the town. These establishments also offers the fine-tasting wines of Las Terrenas. There are also several souvenir shops where you can take home some items that would remind you of your fantastic vacation in this small part of Dominican Republic. Most of the merchandise sold in these shops are handcrafted items from the locals of Las Terrenas and other crafts that you can never find anywhere else in Dominican Republic. As for those who wanted to enjoy water-related activities, diving, snorkeling, kite boarding, and windsurfing are the common activities that can be done here in Las Terrenas.

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