Town in Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic
Cabarete for solo travelers
Is Cabarete good for solo travel?
A compact beach strip on the north coast, famous for kitesurfing and windsurfing, with beach bars, yoga and a small nomad crowd. Easy to socialise, but sand-road, motorbike-heavy and best Dec–Apr.
Solo travel at a glance
| Solo travel | 4/5 · Very good for solo travel |
|---|---|
| Locals | Friendly |
| English | Common in tourist areas |
| Safety | 4/5 · Safe with normal care |
| Solo women | Comfortable for solo women. Persistent flirting from touts happens; avoid isolated beach stretches and watch drinks late at night. |
How to meet people in Cabarete
Kitesurf and surf schools, social hostels, yoga classes, beach bars, Spanish lessons and a small, long-running nomad and expat community.
Good things to do alone
- Take a kitesurf or windsurf lesson
- Hike or swim in the 27 Charcos waterfalls
- Walk Kite Beach at sunrise
- Cave-dive or swim at Dudu lagoon nearby
- Day trip to the Damajagua waterfalls
Where to stay in Cabarete
| Area | Good for |
|---|---|
| Cabarete centre (Main Street) | Hostels, restaurants and nightlife along the beach |
| Kite Beach (Playa Encuentro side) | Kitesurf schools and quieter, windier stays |
| Sosúa | Larger town nearby with more services, 15 minutes west |
Solo travel across Dominican Republic
| Place | Solo | English |
|---|---|---|
| Santo Domingo | 4/5 | Limited |
| Cabarete | 4/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| Las Terrenas | 4/5 | Limited |
| Punta Cana | 3/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| Puerto Plata | 3/5 | Limited |
| La Romana | 3/5 | Limited |
| Sosúa | 3/5 | Common in tourist areas |
Quick answers
Is Cabarete good for solo travelers?
Very good for solo travel (4/5). A compact beach strip on the north coast, famous for kitesurfing and windsurfing, with beach bars, yoga and a small nomad crowd.
How do you meet people in Cabarete?
Kitesurf and surf schools, social hostels, yoga classes, beach bars, Spanish lessons and a small, long-running nomad and expat community. On SoloSquare you can also join small plans with other travelers who are there now.
Do people speak English in Cabarete?
Common in tourist areas.
Is Cabarete safe for solo female travelers?
Comfortable for solo women. Persistent flirting from touts happens; avoid isolated beach stretches and watch drinks late at night.
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