Town in Samaná, Dominican Republic
Getting around Las Terrenas
How to get around Las Terrenas
Walk the centre and use motoconchos or taxis for beaches. Getting in and out means a shuttle, taxi or intercity bus.
Ways to get around Las Terrenas
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Motoconcho | About 100–300 DOP | Short hops around town and to nearby beaches |
| Taxi | About 500–1,500 DOP | Agree the fare; few cars after late evening |
| Intercity bus / guagua | About 400–700 DOP | Routes to Sánchez, Samaná town and Santo Domingo |
Taxis in Las Terrenas
- No ride-hailing apps operate here. No ride-hailing apps operate reliably here. Use local taxis, motoconchos or hotel-arranged drivers.
Arriving in Las Terrenas
Samaná El Catey International (AZS)
Taxi or shuttle about US$45–65 (2,700–3,900 DOP), 35–50 min. Santo Domingo is 2.5–3 h by road.
Via Santo Domingo or Puerto Plata (SDQ)
Intercity bus plus transfer, about 3 h; taxis cost far more.
Driving and onward travel
- Scooters: Rented for about 700–1,100 DOP a day; roads are rough and crashes common, and a licence is required.
- Driving: on the right. Foreign licences work for about 3 months; rental companies may also ask for an IDP.
- Onward travel in Dominican Republic: Air-conditioned coaches (Caribe Tours, Expreso Bávaro, Metro Tours) link Santo Domingo with Santiago, Punta Cana, Puerto Plata and Samaná cheaply; local guaguas fill the gaps.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Las Terrenas?
No ride-hailing apps work here. No ride-hailing apps operate reliably here. Use local taxis, motoconchos or hotel-arranged drivers.
What's the best way to get around Las Terrenas?
Walk the centre and use motoconchos or taxis for beaches. Getting in and out means a shuttle, taxi or intercity bus.
How do I get from the airport to Las Terrenas?
Taxi or shuttle about US$45–65 (2,700–3,900 DOP), 35–50 min. Santo Domingo is 2.5–3 h by road.
Is Las Terrenas walkable?
Walkable center.
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Sources
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