VELA WINDSURF RESORTS - Other Activities in Cabarete

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Fun Beyond Windsurfing:

The magnificent Cabarete beach is one of the natural wonders of the Dominican Republic. Among its many unique features, it is one of the longest stretches of uninterrupted beach on the island of Hispaniola. The main bay of Cabarete, where Vela is located,vis over a mile long. Incorporate the entire span past both points of the bay and there is nearly 28 uninterrupted miles of sandy beach!

Vela Cabarete has a variety of water toys for your non-sailing friends and family members, or to try our for yourself in the morning or on a light-wind day. For each pre-booked rental you and one guest are invited to use our boogie boards, kayaks, surf boards, and stand-up paddle boards FOR FREE during open hours.

There are so many activities to get into - mountain biking, kayaking, white-water rafting, canyoning, hiking, horseback riding, rum-factory touring, wakeboarding, shopping, volleyball, exploring local caves, tennis, etc. - that often times one week doesn't seem long enough.

Mountain Biking:

Bikes are available for rent from Iguana Mama's Bike shop right in town. Ride independently or with a guide. Rides vary from easy level trails along the coast to fun single tracks through lush countryside. Vela clients are entitled to special on-site discounts.

Kiteboarding:

If you have been thinking of getting into this exciting sport, you've come to the right place! Since December 2002, Dare2Fly has operated out of the Agualina Kite Resort right in the heart of kitebeach, one of the best places in the world for year round kiteboarding. Behind the point at the upwind end of kitebeach is safe, flat water for beginners on the inside, also great for advanced riders for trying their latest moves, while waves break on the reef about 200m offshore. Waves are usually breaking between waist- to head-high depending on the time of year.

Cascading and Canyoning Tours:

Get away from the crowds with the ultimate “off the beaten track” excursion. Hike deep into the Septentrional Mountain Range and discover the cascading experience: leaping off a series of waterfalls as you immerse yourself in a Dominican wilderness undiscovered by most tourists. A delicious breakfast and Dominican Style lunch are included with most tours through Iguana Mama.

Hiking:

Check out one of the newest national parks in the country, just a quick 5 minute motorcyel taxi (or 20 minute walk) from town! An incredible 77 square kilometers of jungle, lagoon, caves, forest and open backcountry to explore. Can there be a better way to learn the Spanish names of various plants, trees and fruits than through smelling, touching, climbing and tasting the real and natural thing?

Kayaking:

One of the best ways to see the Dominican Republic’s breathtaking landscape is from a kayak. Experience the sensation of freedom and tranquility as you float through magnificent green landscapes. The Yasika River rises in the "Cordillera Septentrional", the northern mountain chain of the Dominican Republic and winds it’s way down to the Atlantic Ocean just west of Cabarete.The section of this tour is incredibly beautiful and although has some rapids this is a very easy trip, ideal for families and bird watchers. Children from the age of 10 up can paddle their own kayaks and younger children can travel with adults.Tours includes kayaks, transport from Cabarete, drinks and snacks.

Horseback Riding:

Escape from the busy tourist areas to the virgin Dominican wilderness. No access by motorized vehicles. The perfect cultural, ecological and picturesque adventure of your holiday. Ride western style through the forest, rivers, canyons and Dominican villages, using ancient trails used by the native Taino Indians now serving as routes for local farmers to move cattle. This ride includes refreshments, lunch (full day only), guides, and roundtrip transportation from all hotels in Cabarete. Often been quoted as seeming "Like I was on an expedition for National Geographic... well worth it!"

White-Water Rafting:

Travel to the central region of the island up to the challenging Rio Yaque del Norte river near Jarabacoa. Carving through the “Dominican Alps” you will experience class III to class IV rapids that will change your image of a Caribbean island forever. Experience jumping from the "El Cerrazo" rock and swimming through the "Crocodile" rapids. Thereafter you will enjoy a huge Dominican buffet back at the ranch overlooking the river. Again... another tour best guided by the folks at Iguana Mama.