Puerto Plata Cultural Tour: Merengue, Mangú & Beach

Name: Puerto Plata Cultural Tour: Merengue, Mangú & Beach
Start: 2026-08-12T09:00:00Z
Location: Puerto Plata

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Puerto Plata Cultural Tour: Merengue, Mangú & Beach

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US$89.15 per guest

Adult x1

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Earliest available date: August 12, 2026

Free cancellation (24 hours notice)

For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Summary

Experience Details

What You’ll Experience

Where to Meet

Location

Puerto Plata

Duration

5 hours

Number of Guests

1 - 10 guests

Language

English, Spanish

Digital Ticket

Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Embark on a scenic journey with our Puerto Plata Culinary Adventure. Dive into Dominican culture with Merengue lessons, Mamajuana tasting, and learn to make Mangú. Relax at Coconut Cove beach.

For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

Immerse your senses in the vibrant rhythms and flavors of the Dominican Republic on an active cultural shore excursion. Learn to dance Merengue at Rancho Merengue, master traditional Mangú preparation, and cap off your day on the shores of Coconut Cove.

- Master the basic steps of Merengue during a high-energy, interactive dance lesson.

- Savor an authentic taste of island tradition with an exclusive Mamajuana tasting experience.

- Get hands-on kitchen experience preparing classic Dominican Mangú at a premier ocean outpost.

- Balance your active day with relaxing free time on the beautiful sands of Coconut Cove beach.

What You Get

Local souvenirs available at the Gift Shop

Visit to Rancho Merengue for an authentic cultural experience

Interactive Merengue dance lesson

Photos and souvenirs available for sale

Locker

Locker Usage Rental (payable on site)

Food and beverage available for sale

Good To Know

The ride to the location is bumpy and as such this tour is not recommended for pregnant women or persons with back and/or neck injuries
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Activities may be done in alternate sequence.
Not recommended for pregnant travelers

What You’ll Experience

Eat, Drink and Dance Like A Local: Perfect for Cruise Passengers! Docked in the DR and craving a day of authentic island vibes? Join us for a cultural blast! Explore the countryside, sip Mamajuana, dance Merengue like a pro, and cook up some Mangú magic . Then, chill on the beach at Coconut Cove – because relaxation is key . We’ll take care of the details, so you can soak up the Dominican rhythm and make unforgettable memories. Ready to spice up your cruise with a taste of local culture?

Meeting & Pickup

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Pickup Details

ARRIVAL TIME Please note the time selected during checkout is your arrival time, not the port pickup time. Port pickups commence approximately 60 minutes prior to this time depending on the port location. PORT PICKUP The port pickup time will vary based on distance. Our reservations team will reach out to the guest to advise on their specific port pickup time. Please make sure to check your email for this information. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to us. Should guest(s) not need transportation, they can head directly to the tour location for the specified arrival time.

Meeting Point

Taino Bay Puerto Plata Cruise Port, Puerto Plata Puerto Plata Province, Dominican Republic, DO, 57000

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MEET and GREET Look out for the Asociación de Guías Scouts Dominicanas (Guide Association of Dominican Republic) guide who will be wearing a branded shirt and holding a sign bearing the Viator name of the tour at the Cruise Terminal. See ticket for more details.

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