Most of Punta Cana's "adventure" is a buggy in a field. Scape Park is the exception, and Hoyo Azul is the reason.
What's inside#
| What | |
|---|---|
| Hoyo Azul | A turquoise cenote at the foot of a cliff; a short forest walk, then you swim in it |
| Zip lines | A multi-line course over the forest and a lagoon; closed shoes required |
| Iguabonita cave | Stalactites, a swim in an underground pool |
| Farallón | A cliff walk with the coast below |
| Beach club | Juanillo Beach in Cap Cana, included on some passes |
| Cultural route | A small Taíno village and a Dominican lunch |
Tickets#
A full-day pass covering most activities, or individual tickets (Hoyo Azul alone is the popular one). Buy online for the better price or at your resort desk for convenience; check whether transport and lunch are included, because the same day costs two different amounts depending on that. Excursions worth it.
Timing#
Opening time. Hoyo Azul is a quiet turquoise pool at 9am and a line of tour groups by noon. Do it first, then the zip lines, then the cave.
Wear and bring#
Swimsuit under clothes, closed shoes (zip lines won't take you without them), water shoes for the cenote and cave, a hat, reef-safe sunscreen, a towel, a dry bag, cash for tips and the bar. Lockers exist.
Getting there#
Cap Cana, 15 minutes from Bávaro and the airport. Resort pickup is usually part of the ticket; otherwise Uber or a taxi to the gate. Cap Cana guide.
In the plan#
The adventure day in the 5-day itinerary, or the one excursion in the 3-day one. The alternative is buggies to Macao; Saona is the other must.
Ask a local whether the cenote was crowded this week and which day the groups come: post your dates on Roavi Community. A Local Friend for the evening after is the Dominican half of the day.
Scape Park in the morning, Verón in the evening.
Meet a Local FriendFrequently Asked Questions
Is Scape Park worth it?
For Hoyo Azul, yes: it's the most striking natural sight on the Punta Cana coast. The zip lines and cave add a solid half day. If you only want the cenote, a Hoyo Azul-only ticket exists and takes two hours.What should I wear to Scape Park?
Swimsuit under light clothes, closed-toe shoes for the zip lines (they're required), water shoes or sandals with a strap for the cenote and cave, a hat, reef-safe sunscreen. Bring a towel and a dry bag; lockers are available.Is there a weight limit for the Scape Park zip lines?
Yes, as at every zip line course, and the park publishes it; check the current figure when booking, since harness limits change. Hoyo Azul, the cave and the beach have no such limit.How long do you need at Scape Park?
Half a day for Hoyo Azul plus one or two activities; a full day if you add the beach club. Arrive at opening: Hoyo Azul is empty at 9 and a queue by noon.
