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Samaná is a dramatically beautiful peninsula, like an island unto itself, with coconut trees stretching into the distance, verdant mountainsides, tropical forests, tiny villages lined with street-side fruit vendors, secluded beaches, and the radiant warmth of the Dominican people. Samaná is the name of both the peninsula and its biggest town, as well as the bay to the south. It's worth noting that, to locals, Samaná refers only to the largest town, Santa Bárbara de Samaná, which makes a great departure point for whale-watching or an excursion to Los Haitises Park across the bay. The other pleasures are solitary—quiet beaches, the massive national park Los Haitises, and water sports and hiking. A relatively new toll road connects Santo Domingo to the peninsula; it's about a 2- to 2½-hour drive. On the Dominican Republic's Samaná Peninsula, the green mountains teem with coconut trees and offer dramatic ocean vistas. The area is full of hidden beaches reachable only on foot or by sea, protected coves, and undeveloped bays. A visit to Samaná is really about two things: exploring its preserved natural wonders and relaxing on the beach.
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Apr 12 9:30AM AST
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Apr 12 5:00PM AST