Sosúa & North Coast

Sosúa is the north coast's dive town: snorkelling straight off the beach, wall dives, a wreck, dive centres in town and the best months for visibility.

Calm beaches, a waterpark inside the resort, dolphins, zip lines and waterfalls — what to do with children around Sosúa, where families stay, and practical tips.

Playa Sosúa, Playa Alicia, Cabarete, Encuentro, Playa Grande and Playa Dorada — which beach suits which day, how far each is from Sosúa, and what to bring.

Why Cabarete’s wind is so reliable, where the main spots are, when to come, and what to do when the wind is down.

Waterfalls, zip lines, the Puerto Plata cable car, Playa Grande and whale watching in Samaná — the best day trips from a base in Sosúa.

Sosúa’s history, beaches, neighbourhoods and the road out to Casa Linda — a local’s guide for guests who want to know the town beyond the beach.

Where to eat and go out in Sosúa and Cabarete: the El Batey strip, Cabarete’s beachfront bars, what’s on the menu, and a few common-sense tips for a good night.