Lemon Lagoon Bay, one of the best beaches in the Dominican Republic, is known for its spectacular crystal clear turquoise blue waters and beautiful coastline. Today, in MSDreamers, we will know in detail everything you can do in Lemon Lagoon Bay in Punta Cana to enjoy your stay like never before.
It is a beautiful place to enjoy an unforgettable paradisiacal getaway, spend the day diving enjoying the abundant tropical wildlife in its waters, kayaking on the waters with a boat pushed manually with a paddle or oar, rest peacefully under the shade of one of its spectacular palm trees, or explore the wonderful coastline crossing the sand on a buggy.
The best time to travel to Lemon Lagoon Bay
Traveling to Lemon Lagoon Bay, a beach of brilliant white sand and spectacular palm trees that caress the sky is a safe bet.
Like most of the beaches of the Dominican Republic, it is a virgin beach very close to other renowned beaches such as Playa Samaná, Playa Rincón and others.
When setting course for this destination it is important to take into account a series of questions, among them to know what is the best time to do it.
It is important to differentiate the year into 3 seasons:
- High season (January-March): Very good season to travel to Lemon Lagoon Bay, where the temperature does not exceed 30 degrees during the day and nights no more than 20 degrees. It is very unlikely to encounter torrential rains since the sky is usually quite clear.
- Mid season (October-December): This is the perfect time to travel to Lemon Lagon Bay as this is when the rainy season ends, although it is recommended to bring an umbrella. The nights are usually cool so it is advisable to bring some warm clothes.
- Low season (April-September): We find 2 well differentiated seasons: transition season from dry to wet between the months of April and June, and season of the occasional sporadic rain between the months of July to September, perfect option if you can’t stand dry climates.
What to do in Lemon Lagoon Bay
Undoubtedly, traveling to Lemon Lagoon Bay is one of the best options to rest all the senses and enjoy with family and/or friends.
Walking along its beautiful shore, enjoying a dip in its warm turquoise blue waters, watching the unforgettable orange sunsets in a cloudless sky, offers serenity and relaxation and disconnection from the daily routine in a totally surprising and magical environment.
In addition, it can be said that traveling to Lemon Lagoon Bay is the perfect destination for the more adventurous and sporty, because if you are a lover of water sports and like to live new experiences whether amateur or professional, you can practice all kinds of water sports such as windsurfing, snorkeling, diving…
SNORKEL
Snorkeling is a good aquatic activity to practice with the family, one of the most beautiful and rewarding sports that exist. With very little equipment and in shallow beaches, you will be able to admire a great variety of colorful fish, coral reefs and other spectacular marine animals.
SCUBA
Diving will allow you to discover beautiful coral reefs and open water areas inhabited by barracudas, rays, puffer fish, seahorses and turtles, among an endless number of marine species.
WINDSURF
This area has the optimal conditions for the practice of this sport: strong and stable winds with fairly deep waters. In general, the best time to practice this sport is between May and July when winds are stronger.
AQUATIC SKIING
Water skiing or wakeboarding is a nautical activity in which the athlete is pulled by a rope tied to a motorboat, being the perfect sport for anyone who likes adrenaline.
What to eat in Lemon Lagoon Bay
In Lemon Lagoon Bay you will find several resorts along the beach as well as restaurants and bars where you can taste its good gastronomy.
Among the typical dishes we find:
- The mangú: Made from green bananas, it is usually eaten for breakfast, lunch, dinner and as an appetizer.
- Dominican flag: Dish made with white rice to which stewed meat and red beans are added.
- Grilled fish and seafood: They are usually served fresh and in a wide variety: filleted, with garlic, “a la diabla” (spicy tomato sauce), coconut…
- Asopao of rice, chicken and tomato
- El Moro: Traditional dish made with rice and meat accompanied by beans, cod or coconut sauce, which is eaten at Christmas time and special celebrations.
- Sancocho: Dish made with up to 7 different types of meat, yucca, plantain, cilantro.
- Mofongo: Fried plantains in batter and fried to accompany the mashed potatoes.
- Guineos: Mashed, fried and boiled plantains.
- Frikitaki: Bread and vegetable sandwich.
- Gofio: Sweet food made from crushed corn and sugar.
- Etc.
The best cocktails
The food is usually accompanied by nutritious and satiating cocktails. Among the most typical drinks, with or without alcohol, the most representative of the area are:
- Mamajuana: Leave to macerate honey, rum and red wine to a series of roots, spices and pieces of wood from the country.
- Banana Mama: Intense cocktail made with different types of rum and tropical fruits.
- Coco loco: Made with coconut and rum, and can be drunk directly from the coconut itself or in glasses.
- Beer: Ideal for sharing with friends. Some of the best known beers are Presidente, Bohemia, Soberante,…
- Yun-yun: Refreshing drink based on crushed ice with liquids of various flavors.
Throughout Punta Cana its people are known for their hospitality, contagious joy, music and sincere smiles.
While visiting Lemon Lagoon take the opportunity to learn some steps of the most Caribbean rhythms such as bachata or merengue and learn some of the typical expressions of the area, made with a lot of humor.
Lemon Lagoon Bay is a safe bet for an unforgettable vacation.
