Top Spring Break Activities in the Dominican Republic

The Dominican Republic offers an abundance of activities for all types of travelers visiting for spring break. From picture perfect waves for surfers to top tier golf courses, families, couples and visitors of all kinds will want to visit the country this spring. 

There's no better way to spend spring break than teeing up on an amazing golf course. The Dominican Republic is a world-class golf destination so don't leave those clubs at home. From challenging holes to ocean views, there is an array of courses from which to choose, including Pete Dye, P.B. Dye, Jack Nicklaus, Robert Trent Jones Sr., Gary Player, Tom Fazio, Nick Price and Greg Norman. 

The DR holds a stunning variety of hidden gems such as tucked away waterfalls, remote beaches and more. Playa Fronton in Samana is tucked away at the bottom of a cliff and is popular for rock climbing. 

Spend your spring break sampling some of the Dominican Republic's sought-after cuisine. The island produces a varied range of food products from cocoa and coffee to sugar, mangoes and rum. Travelers can learn about the local food production, take cooking classes or just experience the delectable cuisine at one of the country's fine restaurants.

Don't just hang out at the resort. Adventure beyond the beach to the mountains and the white water of the Yaque del Norte River. Bring the whole family on an adrenaline-pumping ride and check out the magnificent scenery of the canyon while enjoying a thrill ride the kids won't soon forget. 

While the Dominican Republic is home to some of the world's most sought-after white-sand beaches, it's also home to natural wonders in the interior of the country. Explore the ancient caves of the country's first inhabitants and the petroglyphs and pictographs that they left behind. Start with Los Tres Ojos National Park, just outside of Santo Domingo and Cueva de Las Maravillas near La Romana. 

The Dominican Republic is a hub of adventure both on and off the water. In particular, it's surfing and kite-surfing beaches are ideal for spring breakers. The town of Cabarete is known for its ideal surfing conditions and picture perfect waves. The area's most popular watersports include surfing, kitesurfing, bodyboarding, windsurfing, stand-up paddle boarding, wing foil and Laser sailing.