| Punta Cana Beaches are among the most beautiful in | | | | kind of package offered. Before taking part in these |
| the world and offer a recreation area for young and | | | | activities it is advised that visitors carry a doctor's |
| old to enjoy. | | | | note stating your fitness level. |
| The beaches around Punta Cana and Bavaro, are full | | | | In Punta Cana, there are a lot of large, all-inclusive |
| of white sand and beautifully maintained. The clear | | | | resorts along the beach that seem like small, |
| blue waters lined with tall palms, seem to go on | | | | self-contained cities. Resorts like the Bavaro Beach, |
| forever. The calm waters around the Punta Cana | | | | Paradisus, Iberostar and others offer everything |
| area make for great swimming, especially for | | | | from swimming and water sports activities, different |
| younger children, and are ideal for water sports as | | | | restaurant and nightlife options, casinos, golf courses, |
| well. All beaches offer a wide range of excursions, | | | | spas, tropical gardens and even mini-zoos. Some |
| water sports, and beach activities including beach | | | | resorts have freshwater lagoons and provide facilities |
| volley ball, boat tours, paragliding and sailing trips. Most | | | | for visitors to snorkel among a fantastic array of sea |
| of the beaches offer guided instructions and classes | | | | creatures. |
| for diving and other water sports ranging from | | | | Some beaches are children-friendly while others have |
| beginner courses for children and advanced training | | | | big waves, strong undertow and rocks. Visitors are |
| for professionals. | | | | advised to stick to the shore whenever in doubt. As |
| There are various diving packages available ranging | | | | with anywhere else in the world, the same rules |
| from $41 for one dive with your own equipment to | | | | apply in Punta Cana. It is best not to take a swim |
| $800 for 25 dives and equipment is also available to | | | | soon after a meal. Avoid swimming alone and leave |
| rent on the spot. There are also diving tours available | | | | your valuables at the hotel in order not to risk losing |
| for those who prefer them. Prices of these tours | | | | them. |
| may vary from $200 to $1,200 depending on the | | | | |