Amber Cove (Puerto Plata), Dominican Republic Port Q&A
33 Amber Cove (Puerto Plata), Dominican Republic traveler questions & answers
Sorted by
Q: So, myself and 5 others (6 total) are going to Amber Cove in a few weeks. We've been to Amber Cove Before, but when we went the first couple of times, we couldnt find a decent tour to do for a decent rate. Does anyone have any tour recommendations?
Thumbs Up
0
A: I enjoyed the Amber Beach Club Getaway earlier this month. It’s a short drive to a nice beach. The water was a little choppy but not too much for me, and very warm. The non-all-inclusive version of the tour is $44.95 per person. There’s a good select... ion of meals in the $18-$25 range, or you can wait until you get back to the ship for lunch, as the tour ends at 1:00. You don’t get an umbrella with the non-all-inclusive, but there’s some shade from trees in the area. The more expensive version everyone gets an umbrella, but it’s $40 more per person and doesn’t make sense unless you plan to have a lot of drinks.See More
Answered by sep1212 on November 17, 2024
A: This past May we did the "Private Van: Your Day Your Way" through Carnival for $300/vehicle. The van seats up to 10 people for that single price, which includes a driver & tour guide. We went to Puerto Plata, you do need to pay admission at some attr... actions when you arrive, but if some in group don't to want to they can stay w/ the driver in the van's a/c.See More
Answered by maryred on July 18, 2024
A: Our family split up when we were there in December. We had the Ocean World Day pass, Ocean World Swim with Dolphins and A Taste of Culture, Rum & Dance. All were great! My husband and I will be back in February and may just go to the pool at the p... ort this time.See More
Answered by pjgaston on July 19, 2024
A: Take a look at La Casa en La Playa. It is a day at a private home on the beach. Good food and drink.
Answered by jeffreyschill on July 18, 2024
A: There’s a big water park right off the cruise ship. I recommend just sitting near the Amber Cove letters and drinking a bucket of Presidente beers.
Answered by MrGanush on July 17, 2024
Q: Is it possible to get a taxi to visit umbrella at. Pink st. Chocolate factory and cigar making?? Just not sure of the distance between each place. And cost per person if it is possible. Thank you!
Thumbs Up
0
Be the first to answer this question.
Answer QuestionA: Was there last year it’s was $28 person and includes as many trips as you wish
Answered by ClassieLassie on April 7, 2024
A: As of March 2024 it is $28.00 per person for the entire day. Hope this helps
Answered by ggeane on April 9, 2024
A: The time we zip lined in Puerto Plata it was $75.00 per person but that was many years ago; so I’m sure it’s not the same price. We were staying at a Life Style resort and we hired a taxi driver through the resort and he took us to the place we zip l... ined.See More
Answered by booger1xx on April 8, 2024
A: when we were at the zipline at the port, it was $20 and we could go as many times as we wanted
Answered by Lisaree on April 8, 2024
Q: Hi cruisers is there a beach near Amber Cove port do you know the name of it and do you know if the cans are available
Thumbs Up
0
A: You don’t need the beach in Amber cove it’s a whole pool party in port that is amazing
Answered by MizzDiva on March 14, 2024
A: There is a small beach that can be seen right where you are docked at. Although it looks like it would be a 2 minute walk there is no direct path to it from the ship. It actually takes roughly 20-30 minutes to walk there from the ship. Obviously d... epending how fast you walk. There are a couple little shops as you walk in and people who work based off tips to get you chairs and drinks. We had a good time at this little beach but just be aware like I said it is a longer walk than you think. I’m sure you could catch a cab there as well.See More
Answered by Need2CruiseSoon on March 15, 2024
A: But, the port itself is enough itself as stated before.
Answered by XtraviX on March 15, 2024
A: Playa Dorado is nice. Palapa rental, bar service and shops. Big beach. Cab ride.
Answered by XtraviX on March 15, 2024
Q: I'm looking for an excursion that takes the gondola up to the top of the mountain. Do they offer it at the excursion desk at the port? Princess only has the bus ride up the other side of the mountain...
Thumbs Up
1
A: Congrats on your upcoming cruise! Here is a link for our excursion partners offers in Amber Cove https://cruiseline.com/excursions/port/amber-cove-puerto-plata-dominican-republic. Their guarantees are listed in the app and also on their site - you'l... l find that they offer all of the same assurances as do the cruise lines.See More
Answered by CruiselineAdmin on April 4, 2024
Q: Using Goport transportation from MCO/ Orlando airport do you have a choice of staying at a hotel by port Canaveral or do you have to stay at a hotel in Orlando
Thumbs Up
0
A: I have never used them but you can log into their website and it gives you all the options for your cruise dates.
Answered by mary0909 on February 17, 2024
A: Hello AJ15, yes a full selection of hotels listed on their site,based on the different package you choose. We have used them several times and our experience has been pleasant. We often do the SNOOZE N CRUISE pkg.
Answered by Cruzinjuscuz on February 18, 2024
Q: Recent visitors: do they still have the $20 zipline that takes you over the pool and do they take reservations? Also, are GoPros allowed?
Thumbs Up
0
A: Never mind, forgot I already asked.
Answered by CruiseQueenNH on January 5, 2024
A: Still wondering about the $20 zipline, not the one through Carnival.
Answered by CruiseQueenNH on January 5, 2024
A: I was there in March of 2023 and they still had it
Answered by tsjs0412 on January 6, 2024
Q: Is there a vendor around port to rent a golf cart for self exploring? Or is that not recommend here? First time at Amber Cove.
Thumbs Up
1
Be the first to answer this question.
Answer Question
Q: flying into MCO a day before cruise anyone have info on the transportation they used for hotel/port TIA
Thumbs Up
1
A: I used Cruise Control Transportation. $50 round trip.
Answered by Kandy369 on November 8, 2023
A: Goport is a great option, whether you do a package or choose a hotel or transportation only service. Have always had great service from them.
Answered by NIKKI7484 on November 8, 2023
A: We used Goport on our last cruise and using them again.
Answered by jweiand on November 8, 2023
A: I'll second the advice to investigate goport. They'll show you a selection of hotels at various price points and reserve transport. Yes, the transportation will be shared shuttle services, which while friendly and professional, will never be consider... ed comfortable for the long ride to Canaveral. For future cruises out of Port Canaveral, my best advice is consider flying into MLB. Fifteen minutes transfer to the port is a world apart from an hour or so to the ship.See More
Answered by UglyShirtGuy on November 2, 2023
Be the first to answer this question.
Answer QuestionA: we took private taxi in Amber Cove and he took us over by umbrella street and the pink hotel too. not sure of actual excursions for these. they are right across from each other
Answered by lorili73 on July 2, 2023
A: Thought umbrella street was in Puerto Rico; not heard of Pink street.
Answered by booger1xx on July 2, 2023
A: umbrellas aren't up anymore.. right now there are little bells that are for cancer awareness. still very pretty.. just stopped in San juan last week
Answered by jenniw0212 on July 3, 2023
Q: Feedback on the Cato Arena & Fricolandia excursion please - looks like it’s a beautiful excursion!
Thumbs Up
1
A: Went on this last week ! Absolutely beautiful but ….I caution you as our catamaran broke down , had to wait nearly an hour for a new then I caution you … the waves were SCARY ON THE ROUTE FROM THE SAND BAR AND I FELT UNSAVE AS THE BOAT WAS TRAVELING... AT A HIGH RATE OF SPEED THROUGH HUGE WAVES DRENCHING PPl . I cried the entire way back as I was terrified !!! We didn’t have much time at the second stop d/t the boat issues . OUR EXCURSION WAS RUINED!!! A waste of a lot of money but the locations are beautiful !!!See More
Answered by cruisingismyjam on May 25, 2023
Q: Hi, cruise buddies, Is it better to use the pool area just off the ship in Amber Cove or get a day pass? Is it safe there? Mahalo
Thumbs Up
0
A: just depends on if you want a pool or beach really. but Puerto Plata is very welcoming and safe. we went to the beach at Jack Tar last time, it was great and no day pass required, just buy your food/drinks from the restaurant there.
Answered by Bobisham1 on April 17, 2023
A: We just did a pool day there 3 weeks ago, we enjoyed it more than a beach day we did previously. Get off the ship early if you want chairs with umbrellas, or purchase VIP chairs
Answered by deboftheseas on April 17, 2023
A: If you don't have anyone to guide you out of the cruise port stay there I'm getting someone to pick me up and do some stuff going ti eat fry fish it's the best and going to do el teleferico and doing some shopping , enjoy
Answered by maribellem on April 25, 2023
A: Lots of great shopping at port , pool and lazy River are great, zip line and swim up bar, food and drinks. We don’t leave the port, we did once and it’s not a nice place
Answered by bsolar on April 21, 2023
A: The pool area there is one of the best I've been to, lots to do so no need to leave.
Answered by dbo550 on April 23, 2023
A: We typically just go to the pool area when we’re there. It’s really nice.
Answered by Woodyee on April 20, 2023
Q: We are planning on doing the Ocean World Day Pass excursion. Will we have time to do this excursions and make it back in time to enjoys the activities like zip line and pool area at the port?Has anyone done both?
Thumbs Up
0
A: We enjoyed Ocean World. Was in no rush to get back. I hope you have fun
Answered by Eddiegarcia218 on April 8, 2023
A: When we went we were able to do some activities and we just hopped back on a different bus than the one we were scheduled to be on so we could go back to the port earlier. It really depends on what/how many activities you do but it’s doable
Answered by Keezykee on April 8, 2023
A: The port is freaking awesome. Given the choice to do it over I'd scrap my excursions and stay there!
Answered by balcony42 on April 8, 2023
A: The time we went, we pretty much were stuck the whole morning at Ocean world. Depending on lines, traffic, etc., it's a possibility to be able to do both; I probably wouldn't risk it. But I'd check with the tour operator to be sure. 🙂
Answered by sammielou93 on April 7, 2023
Q: Is it fairly easy to catch a cab after you get outside of the port? I heard rates are cheaper than those in the port.
Thumbs Up
0
A: Very easy, right outside the port entrance there are many cabs waiting and very reasonable priced
Answered by SailtheC on March 14, 2023
A: You can negotiate with the cabbie. Cabs all over the place
Answered by sross95comcastnet on March 8, 2023
A: All cabs and transportation are outside the port
Answered by taacman on March 10, 2023
Q: excursion suggestions (reputable companies) for waterfall tour? TIA cruise at end of march- difficulty with availability
Thumbs Up
3
A: We booked through the cruise line but the company was Mega Adventures. Check out their website, they might offer private excursions
Answered by sorol21 on February 26, 2023
A: we always use Viator. The waterfalls were great! Awesome hike, jumping and sliding. Most refreshing water ever. Viator very reputable. Have a blast!
Answered by asalloway on February 28, 2023
A: I did the triple last month (buggies/ZipLine/waterfalls) through Carnival. It was awesome. BUT some of the Carnival groups were not allowed to jump, they had to slide. Our group was allowed to jump, but somehow we had non-carnival people also in ou... r group. This was my experience, yours could be differentSee More
Answered by rmcmullen on February 27, 2023
Find a Amber Cove (Puerto Plata), Dominican Republic Cruise
*Cruiseline.com is not a booking agent or travel agency, and does not charge any service fees to users of our site. Our partners (travel agencies and cruise lines) provide prices, which we list for our users' convenience. Cruiseline.com does not guarantee any specific rates or prices. While prices are updated daily, please check with the booking site for the exact amount. Cruiseline.com is not responsible for content on external web sites.
