PUNTA CANA ZOO FIELD GUIDE
Gallop Through Sugar‑cane Country — A Full‑day Cultural Safari from Punta Cana
An 8‑hour cultural excursion from Punta Cana that combines horseback gallops, sugar‑cane plantations, traditional craft demonstrations, a Dominican family lunch and a seaside finish at Macao Beach — this guide explains what to expect and how to prepare.
Gallop Through Sugar‑cane Country — A Full‑day Cultural Safari from Punta Cana.
Bavaro Runners is an eight‑hour cultural excursion out of Punta Cana that threads vibrant villages, sweeping countryside and working sugar‑cane fields into a single day: gallop along plantations, ride a safari truck through the Anamuya mountain, learn about trapiche syrup extraction and cigar rolling, visit a Dominican family for a typical buffet lunch, and finish at the surf of Macao Beach.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Gallop across tropical vistas
Feel the wind while riding across the island outskirts: the excursion includes horseback gallops through lush countryside and panoramic stops that reward photographers and riders alike.
Sugar‑cane and traditional processing
Drive through extensive sugar‑cane and rice plantations, see how a ‘trapiche’—an oxen‑pulled wheel grinder—extracts cane syrup, and trace sugar’s role in the island’s economy and landscape.
Hands‑on culture: cigars, family welcome and food
Meet master craftsmen who demonstrate cigar rolling, be welcomed into a Dominican home to learn local customs, and sit down to a buffet of traditional dishes before ending the day at Macao Beach.
What the day feels like
What the day feels like
From a camera‑ready first light to an evening dip at Macao Beach, the day moves between active and intimate: gallops through countryside vistas, a truck ride over Anamuya mountain that brings you into everyday rural life, demonstrations of traditional sugar and tobacco crafts, a hearty Dominican buffet and guided visits to landmarks and villages led by friendly local experts.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this excursion suits
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The full experience is an eight‑hour cultural excursion that mixes horseback riding, truck transfers and walking during village visits.
Bring a camera and comfortable clothing suitable for riding and a seaside finish; expect opportunities to photograph panoramas and rural life.
Hotel pickup and drop‑off, an official guide, transport by safari truck, lunch (white rice, dark rice with beans, chicken creole and salad bar), water and fresh fruits, and a visit to the Basilica Catedral Nuestra Señora de la Altagracia are included.
Pickups are available from Bavaro, Uvero Alto, Macao and Punta Cana as part of the arranged transfers.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Bavaro Runners excursion?
The excursion lasts eight hours.
What is included in the price?
The trip includes hotel pickup and drop‑off, an official guide, transport by safari truck, lunch (white rice, dark rice with beans, chicken creole and salad bar), water and fresh fruits, and a visit to the Basilica Catedral Nuestra Señora de la Altagracia.
What are the rates for adults and children?
Adults are $90.00, children ages 3–12 are $45.00, and infants aged 2 and under are free.
Where are pickups available?
Pickups are provided from Bavaro, Uvero Alto, Macao and Punta Cana.
What activities are included during the day?
Activities include horseback gallops through countryside, driving across sugar‑cane and rice plantations, observing a trapiche, a truck ride through the Anamuya mountain, cigar‑rolling demonstrations, a visit to a Dominican family and a finish at Macao Beach.
Is the horseback portion suitable for beginners?
The itinerary describes the ride as exciting yet challenging and notes participation by both novice and seasoned riders.