Xploration Animal Encounters Tour with a Local Guide
Excursions & day trips

Xploration Animal Encounters Tour with a Local Guide

4.5/5
Excellent
Based on 15 reviews
from
$90.00
Free cancellation
Language: Spanish, English, French
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: from 4 hours to 8 hours
Why you’ll love this…
  • Experience a fun family trip to Xploration Animal Park
  • Take a panoramic bus ride around the park or explore on foot
  • Find out all about the animals and how they're used to work the land
  • Have fun kayaking or paddleboarding on the River Maimon
  • Expert local guide with an unrivalled knowledge of the Dominican Republic
What to expect

This half-day trip to Xploration Animal Park has family fun stamped all over it. Don't believe us? One of our guides, Noel, gives it his own seal of approval. ‘I'm a father of four, and because we live close to the park, it's one of our favourite places to visit. Whenever I'm guiding this tour, I arrive with a smile on my face, knowing I'll be spending the day surrounded by beautiful landscapes and incredible animals.'

You'll be picked up and taken on a scenic voyage into the hills of Nisibon in the northeast of the Dominican Republic. On arrival at Xploration, there's a presentation on the park from one of our expert guides. It's Noel's favourite part of the tour. ‘I love explaining the differences between our animals and how they help us work the land,' he says.

Jump aboard the bus for a panoramic drive around the park, or head out on foot to find your own hidden viewpoints over the landscape. You'll spot the likes of rabbit, deer, ostrich and emu, plus see cows being milked. Enjoy a drink and snack as well as time to meet the farm animals, including goats, sheep and pigs. What's more, all visits support the park's dog rescue shelter. And, as the heat ramps up, cool down with the option to kayak, paddleboard or bamboo raft. For Noel, this part of the experience brings back great memories. He says, ‘When I was younger, my family and I used to come and fish at the River Maimon. I remember those days well and want guests to make memories with their own families here, too.'

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What's included
  • check Transport
  • check Guide
  • check Panoramic bus tour
  • check Admission fees
  • check Horse ride
  • check Kayak
What to remember
  • Bring suitable footwear
  • Not suitable for those with reduced mobility
  • Food and drinks not included
  • Bring money for extras or gratuities
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Provider
TUI DOMINICANA, S.A.S
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

Excellent

4.5/5

Based on 15 reviews from verified customers

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Safety

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Value for money

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Service

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  • Mary

    From United States of America - June 2025

    Traveled with family

     

    18 - 24 years old

    Average

    Overall rated

    3/5

    We were not provided with the full experience as described. We were not offered to kayak or paddleboard which is the reason we booked this. This is mu ...

  • Carol

    From United States of America - June 2025

    Traveled as a couple

     

    35 - 44 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

  • Mitch

    From United Kingdom - May 2025

    Traveled as a couple

     

    18 - 24 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Great day out, be aware this is not the UK or US so driving is WILD. Could be dangerous but to Dominicans it’s normal to them similar to India but not ...

  • Great time

    From United States of America - December 2024

    Traveled as a couple

     

    18 - 24 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Tour was truly delightful! Spending time among well-cared-for animals was a joy, and it was heartwarming to see that many of them came from rescues. T ...

  • Tim

    From United States of America - August 2024

    Traveled with family

     

    18 - 24 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    We had an excellent time as a family of four (2 adults, 8yr old daughter and 2 year old son). We enjoyed 15 activities as part of our trip including - ...

  • Tomas

    From United States of America - July 2024

    Traveled as a couple

     

    18 - 24 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

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