Traveling to Playa Bávaro or Punta Cana on vacation is not only to enjoy a few days of sun and beach but also to be about to discover one of the most wonderful and spectacular places in the world.
Differences between Punta Cana and Bavaro Beach
Punta Cana is a town located in the eastern part of the Dominican Republic in the province of Altagracia.
It is a vacation destination chosen by the vast majority of Europeans being very famous especially for its unique climate and paradisiacal beaches bathed by the warm and crystal clear waters of the Caribbean Sea, where it is very easy to get lost and forget the daily routine for a few days.
Regarding Playa Bávaro, it is one of the most famous beaches in the Caribbean. Undoubtedly one of the most characteristic of Punta Cana located within the municipal district of Veron Punta Cana.
Traveling on vacation to Playa Bávaro is an opportunity to live experiences of all kinds. One can choose from a relaxing and quiet day at the beach to an unforgettable adventure in an incredible theme park or enjoy a party night with lots of dancing and laughter.
Bávaro Beaches in Punta Cana
The beaches of Bávaro in Punta Cana are known as the paradise of the Caribbean, where every year a great number of tourists arrive to enjoy its impressive and spectacular color of turquoise blue water, soft white sand, tall and slender palm trees and warm tropical climate.
In short, it can be said that it is the typical image of a wonderful Caribbean paradise.
Among the best beaches of Bávaro in Punta Cana we find:
- Juanillo Beach
- Cape Engaño
- Cabeza de Toro Beach
- Bavarian beach
- White Sand Beach
- Arena Gorda Beach
- Macao beach
- Uvero Alto Beach
JUANILLO BEACH
Playa Juanillo is considered one of the best beaches in the country. It offers a paradisiacal scenery of white sand, crystalline waters and giant palm trees.
This beach is ideal for activities such as snorkeling, kayaking and kitesurfing.
CAPE ENGAÑO
Cabo Engaño, located on the famous Costa del Coco, just half an hour from the Punta Cana airport.
It is a highly paradisiacal place with more than 64 kilometers of impressive beaches of fine white sand and turquoise blue waters surrounded by reefs.
Its winds make it the perfect place for parasailing and windsurfing lovers, although due to the strong currents it is recommended not to swim too far from the shore.
BEACH CABEZA DE TORO
Cabeza de Toro Beach is one of the most beautiful beaches in Punta Cana certified with a blue flag.
Its calm turquoise blue waters and beautiful scenery combined with the incredible conservation of fauna and flora of the area, makes it the favorite beach for many tourists, especially for those traveling with family and children.
For a greater enjoyment of this beach it is advisable to stay in an “All Inclusive” resort.
BÁVARO BEACH
Playa Bávaro or Costa del Coco, one of the most famous beaches in the Dominican Republic for its fine sand, crystal clear waters and proximity to restaurants, bars and stores.
WHITE SAND BEACH
Located between Playa Bávaro and Macao, it is the perfect beach for swimming. It is characterized by its turquoise waters and abundant coconut trees, preserving its beautiful and impressive virgin landscape.
ARENA GORDA BEACH
This beach stands out for the strong winds of the area and because it has the finest and whitest sand in the area.
It is the ideal beach for those looking for surfing, windsurfing and kitesurfing.
MACAO BEACH
This beach is known for its impressive waves, long beach and beautiful coconut trees.
It is a favorite for surfers and for those who enjoy adrenaline-filled sports such as boogie boarding and four-wheeling.
UVERO ALTO BEACH
It is located at the northernmost tip of Punta Cana, far from any business or tourist center.
It stands out for its waves and is the perfect destination for those who practice and love surfing.
Where to stay in Punta Cana to see Bavaro Beach
One of the most beautiful places and living image of leisure in the Dominican Republic is Punta Cana. There you can find the different beaches of Bávaro.
In the 1970s it became a very popular tourist destination, being especially known for its beaches with calm, warm, crystal-clear waters and white sand.
Among the most recommended places to stay in Punta Cana are:
- Bavaro
- Cap Cana
BÁVARO
The Bávaro area is one of the most recommended places to stay, where the main tourist center is located with a wide range of activities and facilities that will satisfy all kinds of needs.
Bávaro Beaches are considered one of the best in the world, offering the cleanest and most beautiful waters, ideal for swimming and where you can practice all kinds of water activities.
You can also rent sun loungers and sunbathe for hours, practice with snorkeling equipment, dive, try surfing, rent jet skis or train with a kayak, get paddle boats and sailboats…
Many of the hotels organize outings and excursions to visit the typical Dominican houses, horseback riding, whale watching.
CAP CANA
Another highly recommended and a little quieter area is Cap Cana. It is a high class neighborhood, very famous for its luxurious atmosphere, highly secure and very well connected to the airport and the rest of Punta Cana.
In a nearby area you can visit a luxury marina where you can see giant yachts.
In Cap Cana, the most select tourist will be able to enjoy a great number of restaurants, 5-star hotels, bars, discos, high-end stores, etc.
If you are looking for a cheaper option, you can also find hotels with less stars and even hostels.
WHAT TO DO IN BAVARO AND PUNTA CANA
Punta Cana, known for its fabulous beaches, is ideal for water activities such as kayaking, windsurfing and snorkeling. It is also ideal for diving with sharks, touring the coastline, etc.
Besides sunbathing these are some of the things you can do:
- Excursion to Los Haitises National Park (Samaná Bay)
- Excursion to Saona Island
- Cultural visit to Santo Domingo
- Punta Cana nightlife
- Visiting the Village of Altos de Chavón
- Excursion to the ecological reserve Ojos Indígenas
- Cape Engaño
Typical food in Bávaro beach
The gastronomy of the Bávaro Beaches in Punta Cana (Dominican Republic) is of a singular and unique richness, where one can enjoy a mixture of flavors, aromas and ingredients that mainly come from the fusion of indigenous, European and Asian customs.
The vast majority of dishes use rice, coconut, potatoes, cassava or tapioca and are served in large portions as a side dish.
Among the typical dishes we highlight:
- Fish and seafood: It can be prepared in fillets such as grouper or chillo, or served with garlic, coconut, a la diabla in which the spicy tomato sauce should not be missing.
- Bandera dominicana: Very easy and simple to prepare. It is a mixture of white rice, stewed meat, beans, salad and fried green plantains. It is accompanied by natural fruit juice.
- El Moro: It is customary to eat it on Christmas Eve and is a mixture of beans, rice and meat accompanied by cod or coconut sauce.
- Bananas: Plump bananas used in different preparations, either mashed, fried or boiled.
- El Sancocho: 7 varieties of meats combined with potatoes, yucca, cilantro, plantain, etc. are used.
- Locrio: A kind of paella made with meat, chicken, seafood, etc.
- Asopao: Soup served very hot with rice, chicken, tomato and cilantro.
- Yaroa: Exquisite dish prepared by baking ground beef, ripe plantain and cheese.
- Chivo or cabrito al ron: Stewed kid accompanied by different types of vegetables and spices.
- Pica Pollo: Seasoned breaded chicken with lemon juice added.
Regarding the typical drinks of Playa Bávaro in Punta Cana, among the most popular ones we find:
- Mabí: Bark of the mabí tree with sugar fermented in water.
- Mamajuana: Rum combined with sweet cloves, honey or cinnamon. All this is left to macerate in a bottle with tree bark and herbs.
Bávaro and Punta Cana, the ideal place to enjoy a wonderful and unforgettable vacation with or without children, friends or as a couple.
