BeachPunta Cana Beach Week
- 7 nights · Half board
- 5★ hotel in Bávaro
- Return flights and transfers
From£1,349per person · 2 sharing
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La Romana & Bayahibe Beach Week
Seven nights at a 5-star beach hotel near Bayahibe, with half board, direct return flights and a road transfer from Punta Cana.
- 7 nights
- Half board
- From London Gatwick or Manchester, direct
From
£1,449
per person · 2 sharing
About this holiday
A week on a quieter stretch of the south-east coast, with a 5-star beach hotel near Bayahibe and Dominicus Beach. Bayahibe is a fishing village with a small harbour, and boats leave from here for Saona Island, an optional day trip.
The package includes direct return flights from the UK to Punta Cana, a 5-star beach hotel with half board and return road transfers, approx. 1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes each way. Use your free days for the beach, a boat trip to Saona Island or a visit to Altos de Chavón near La Romana.
- Duration
- 8 days, 7 nights
- Board
- Half board
- Hotel
- 5★ beach hotel
- Flights
- UK to Punta Cana, direct
- Transfers
- Return, approx. 1 hr 15 mins–1 hr 30 mins
- Good for
- Couples, friends, families
5★ beach hotel near Bayahibe
You stay in a 5-star hotel on or close to the beach near Bayahibe and Dominicus Beach, with a pool and restaurants, on half board. Hotels here are mostly resorts set in gardens, with the village a short taxi ride away. We confirm the hotel with each quote.
Hotel features
- Breakfast and dinner daily
- Free Wi-Fi
- Air conditioning
- Pool, on or near the beach
- Family rooms on request
- 24-hour reception
Walking time from the hotel area
- The beachapprox. 2–5 mins
- Hotel restaurantson site
- Bayahibe villageapprox. 10–15 mins by taxi
- Altos de Chavónapprox. 30 mins by road
- La Romanaapprox. 30 mins by road
- Punta Cana Airportapprox. 1 hr 15 mins–1 hr 30 mins by road
Times are approximate and depend on your hotel.
Included in the price
Included
- Return flights from the UK to Punta Cana, with checked baggage
- 7 nights in a 5★ beach hotel near Bayahibe
- Half board: breakfast and dinner
- Return road transfers from Punta Cana Airport
- ATOL protection under ATOL 10416
- A UK consultant before and during your trip
Not included
- Travel insurance
- Entry fees, tours and the Saona Island boat trip
- Drinks, and meals outside your board basis
- Extras such as seat selection or extra baggage
Before you go
Flight time
Approx. 9 hours direct from London Gatwick or Manchester to Punta Cana (PUJ), then approx. 1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes by road to Bayahibe.
Time difference
The Dominican Republic is 4 hours behind the UK in winter and 5 hours behind in summer, as it does not change its clocks.
Money
The currency is the Dominican peso (DOP). US dollars are widely accepted in resorts, and cards are accepted in hotels and most restaurants; carry some pesos for taxis, markets and tips.
Local custom
Swimwear is for the beach and pool; cover up in towns, shops and restaurants. Tipping is usual in restaurants, and a service charge may already be added.
Language
Spanish is the official language. English is spoken in resorts and by most tour staff.
Weather
Daytime highs are around 28–32°C all year, and the sea is around 26–29°C. December to April is drier; the hurricane season runs from June to November.
Day by day
Days 2 to 7 are yours to plan. These are suggestions; entry fees, tours and boat trips are not included.
- Day 1
Fly to Punta Cana
Fly from the UK to Punta Cana, approx. 9 hours direct. Your driver meets you at the airport for the road transfer to your hotel near Bayahibe, approx. 1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes.
- Days 2–3
Beach days
Rest by the sea and the pool. The sea is warm all year, at around 26–29°C, and the water by Dominicus Beach is calm and shallow.
- Day 4
Bayahibe village
Take a taxi to Bayahibe, approx. 10 to 15 minutes depending on your hotel, to see the harbour and eat at a waterfront restaurant.
- Day 5
Saona Island (optional)
Take a boat trip to Saona Island, a national park island with sandy beaches and shallow water. Trips are booked locally or through us, and are not included.
- Days 6–7
Altos de Chavón or the beach
Visit Altos de Chavón, a recreated Mediterranean-style village above the Chavón river near La Romana, approx. 30 minutes by road, or stay on the beach.
- Day 8
Fly home
Breakfast and check-out, then your road transfer to Punta Cana Airport for your flight to the UK.
Questions about this package
Is the Saona Island trip included?
No. It is an optional day trip, booked locally or through us, and the price depends on the operator and the season. Entry to the national park is normally charged separately.
Which airport do I fly to?
Punta Cana (PUJ), where there are direct flights from London Gatwick and Manchester. La Romana has its own airport, but there are no direct flights from the UK, so your transfer by road takes approx. 1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes.
How does Bayahibe differ from Bávaro?
Bayahibe is smaller and quieter, a fishing village with a harbour and resort hotels along the coast. Bávaro has more shops, restaurants and a longer beach, and is closer to the airport.
Is halal food available?
Halal food is very limited in the Dominican Republic. Seafood and vegetarian dishes are easy to find, and some resorts can arrange meals on request. It depends on the hotel, so we ask before you book and say plainly what is not available.
How do I book this holiday?
Send an enquiry or call us on 020 7871 4545. We’ll confirm the price for your dates, then a deposit secures your booking and you receive an ATOL Certificate.
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Talk to a UK consultant
Call us or send an enquiry, and we’ll check prices for your dates, suggest hotels and change the package to suit you.