Las Terrenas and surroundings - Description - Discovery - Maps

Here you will find details of each area of Las Terrenas and of the main areas of interest on the SamanaPeninsula. You will also find a selection of maps and some general information about Las Terrenas town (discovery, climate, geography, tourism, etc…).
As a supplement to this section we also invite you to consult our press reviews and watch a presentation film about the Dominican Republic

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Districts and Areas

/The town center
The advantages of the proximity to the majority of business and town life are obvious. The 2 main streets are particularly lively at all hours. You will come across any number of small shops and colmados (grocery stores).

The Fishermens Village
Formerly a row of small fishermens huts which have been transformed, one by one, into small restaurants and bars full of charm – the perfect spot to watch the sunset or dine with your feet in the water ! A direct view of the ocean and the village beaches.

/Playa Las Ballenas
One of the most beautiful beaches in the country just a stones throw from town. A quiet, untamed area that has become residential over the past few years. An ideal place for swimming, although the coral reef is off shore it is nonetheless well frequented.

/Coson
11 kilometers of virgin beach makes this spot the only one of its kind in the region. The beach is undeveloped and its beauty is unrivalled. The coral reef is remote and the waves roll in all along the bay – an ideal spot for surfing in winter.

Playa Bonita
This magnificent stretch of beach is a haven of peace only 10 minutes from town and a few steps away from the unrivalled Coson beach. A couple of small cute hotels are to be found hidden among the coconut groves. Waves allow for surfing, the small while the small protected coves are excellent for swimming

La Ceiba (French school & Golf course)
This Dominican district is on route to Bonita and Coson beaches. Numerous independent residential complexes are to be found here along with the French school now accommodating around 200 students. Currently under development, the new golf course is soon to be opened here.

/Punta Popy & Abra Grande
Two minutes from town at the east exit heading towards El Portillo airport. Large quiet and secluded residential area and yet close to town life. Punta Popi is renowned for its lovely beach and as an excellent spot for kite-surfing.

/Hoyo Cacao
Situated in the hills just outside Las Terrenas on the road to Sánchez. 15 minutes from the town center in the Dominican countryside – the view is breathtaking !

Portillo
This is where El Portillo airport is situated, just 5 km from Las Terrenas. The road is asphalted and in great condition allowing you to reach town in just 5 minutes. The superb beach is hardly frequented at all !

/El Limon

A small Dominican village 10 minutes from Las Terrenas. It is renowned for its waterfalls, a “must” as far as excursions in the area are concerned. The road between El Limon and Las Terrenas is in top condition.

Samana

45 minutes drive from Las Terrenas on the south coast of the peninsula and the most important town of the peninsula.