Also known as Parque Nacional del Este, it's accessible from the towns of Bayahibe and La Romana, about an hour's drive from Punta Cana airport and an exceptional destination for scuba diving trips.

 

This expansive national park encompasses a diverse range of landmarks, points of interest, and distinct ecosystems. It features lush rainforests, pristine stretches of diamond-white beaches, caves such as Cueva de Berna, the Padre Nuestro Ecological trail, over 500 plant species, 300 bird species, and extraordinary marine life.

 

The park serves as a turtle-nesting area, boasting miles of relatively shallow corals teeming with life, including various species of rays, such as the majestic eagle ray, and often pods of dolphins playing in the currents of the channel connecting the Atlantic Ocean and the Caribbean Sea.

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But most importantly, it's where you find the islands of Saona and Catalina, not to forget the iconic Palmilla beach, nicknamed the natural pool.  Keep on reading for more details...

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It's without any doubt the best area for diving and snorkeling enthusiasts and the most popular excursion destination in the country. It's also the only place where you can enjoy good diving conditions almost all year round.