Punta Cana
Dominican Republic
- Safety rating
- 7.4/10
- Best time to visit
- December to April offers the driest, sunniest weather. Summer is hotter and more humid with a hurricane risk.
- Population
- 0.1M
Overview
The Dominican Republic's resort capital, Punta Cana lines the eastern coast with palm-fringed white beaches and all-inclusive resorts. It is the country's top sun-and-sea destination.
Top attractions
Relax on Bávaro Beach, snorkel or sail on a catamaran, visit Saona Island, and try the zip-lines and lagoons of Scape Park.
Getting around
Resort shuttles, taxis, and tour buses are the main ways to get around. Renting a car or buggy helps reach beaches beyond the resort zone.