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If you like adventure trips, there are many possibilities in Dominican Republic. If you're a whitewater fan, go whitewater rafting or kayaking during rainy season (winter) and decide whether you want Class II-III rapids (small-moderate) or III-IV (moderate-difficult). The Rio Yaque is the longest river in the Caribbean and offers both challenging and easy stretches. It includes cute features like "Mike Tyson", a 12-foot vertical drop and "The Cemetery", a difficult stretch of rocks sticking up like tombstones, but also offers meandering curves of calmer water for easy drifting.

Another adrenaline-filled day trip is a climb through the many nearby waterfalls. You'll hike, pull yourself up others using a line to haul yourself against the torrent of water. The way down ranges from natural rock "slides" through jumps into crystal pools to rappelling down the face of the waterfall itself. Outfitters equip you with helmets, full-body wetsuits, and a guide simply dripping with ropes and pitons to lead you. The best places to climb waterfalls are Cascada del Limón, Cascada Ojo de Agua, El Salto de Baiguate and El Salto de Jimenoa.

The mountain of Pico Duarte, at almost 9,000 feet, is the highest mountain in the Caribbean, and a typical trek up and down takes three days of serious hiking. Guided treks usually include all food for the three days, sleeping bags, burros to carry gear and provisions, as well as a local guide.

We believe, also, that through sports one learns about a country. Horseback ride through valleys and small Dominican villages. Follow a creek and then dismount and jump into giant tubes and ride the river.

There are an astonishing variety of dive sites around the island. Reefs, wrecks, caverns and abundant marine life make the island a Mecca for novices and experienced divers alike. Great spots include Cabrera (freshwater cave with an underground lake) and La Caleta National Underwater Park.

The area boasts incredible mountain bike tours. While traveling through some of the most scenic and unspoiled mountains in the world, the journey will take you to heights of 5,500 feet. The hospitality of the Dominican campesinos quickly becomes evident as you cycle through their charming villages. Combining diverse and panoramic landscape with unique accommodations, this is truly a cyclist's paradise.

Kiteboarding is the hottest new water sport on the planet and Cabarete matches with it perfectly. This small Caribbean town has the reputation of having the most fantastic kitesurfing conditions in the world. Accordingly, some of the greatest in this sport have chosen Cabarete as their regular training camp to practice the sport all year round.

Windsurfers have been visiting Cabarete since the mid 80s because of the fantastic conditions available for every level of sailor. Cabarete has played host to numerous world-class events. Every June, it hosts Cabarete Race Week, an international windsurfing competition that incorporates exciting windsurfing competition and a ton of fun! Every February is the competition Master of the Ocean that was created in order to select the world's best overall water sport athlete. The competitors have to compete in surfing, windsurfing in waves as well as kiteboarding in waves.

The North Coast of the Dominican Republic is one of the best-kept secrets in the surfing world. Safe, clear, warm water, and clean, uncrowded waves make this area excellent for surfing and body/boogie boarding. Playa Encuentro (15 mins walking distance from our beach at Natura), Playa Grande and Playa Preciosa (near Rio San Juan) and Playa Boba (near Nagua), are good surfing spots for beginners, as well as those looking for something a more challenging. If you like to learn how to surf we have a program for you " Learn how to surf in three days " 3 days of surfing lessons plus 2 extra days of rental equipment for US$ 150. Please email us to reservation@naturacabana.com your request.

SOUTH WEST COAST
If the Dominican Republic has a well-kept secret, the western region of the country is it. Essentially, this region includes the area west of Santo Domingo, and it is still an undiscovered territory by many tourists. Visitors seeking areas less traveled would be wise to experience this peaceful region before it becomes a popular destination. The farthest part of the region is only about a three hour drive from Santo Domingo or Santiago airports. Although the Dominican Republic provides a change of scenery at just about every turn, this region is the most diverse ecologically. Two salt water lakes, one being the largest in the Caribbean, provide a haven for massive populations of birds and reptiles. And while some sections of the area are mountain rainforest, other parts are pine forest and arid desert.
If you are an Ecologic tourism lover, or you just wish to visit the Dominican Republic on a different way, join us in the South West of the island. For more information on Eco Tours in Barahona visit........ www.ecotour-repdom.com

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