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🌎  Dominican Republic 🇩🇴

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4.7
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📍  Playa Rincon

✈️  Samaná El Catey International Airport (AZS)

🚗  80.3 KM

⏱️  2 hours, 14 minutes

Playa Rincón, renowned as one of the world's most beautiful beaches, offers pristine white sands, clear turquoise waters, and a unique freshwater stream. Access is primarily by boat from Las Galeras (a 20-30 minute ride, approximately $30-50 USD round-trip often including lunch) or via challenging 4x4/ATV routes. Guided tours are highly recommended for convenience and often include lunch, lasting 4-6 hours for a typical visit. While solo visits are possible, group tours simplify logistics, especially given the somewhat remote location. The best time to visit is during the dry season (December-April) to avoid rough seas and muddy roads, with hurricane season running from August-October. Approximate costs for a day trip, including transport and a meal, typically range from $50-100+ USD per person. Facilities are rustic, consisting of small local eateries, so bring cash, sunscreen, and insect repellent for this idyllic, remote escape.