Explore the magnificent underground tunnels of Fun Fun Cave in the Dominican Republic. On this day trip from the Punta Cana area, you'll have the chance to horseback ride through beautiful Los Haitises National Park, repel to the base of Fun Fun Cave and learn about the history of the area.
Your adventurous day in the Dominican Republic’s great outdoors begins with a light snack and a guided 30-minute horseback ride to Los Haitises National Park. Upon arrival, you'll take a leisurely 40-minute walk through the park to the mouth of Fun Fun Cave.
At the cave, your guide will assist you as you repel 20 meters (65 feet) down to the base to explore the cave’s West Indian rock art and the tunnels and river that flow through it. The majority of the day trip will be spent here, exploring and learning the history of the cave. You'll marvel at the many stalactites, stalagmites and lava columns while walking through the river inside the cave. Once you're at the end of the cave, you'll come out into an area of lush vegetation and large boulders.
Enjoy a quick beverage break before riding your horse back to where you started. Here, you'll have the option to swim in the nearby river. Then, enjoy a much-deserved lunch of Dominican Republic favorites, including a national drink.
Note: Wear a swimsuit and bring a towel if you choose to get in the river.
I'll put this at the beginning in case you do not read the whole review. BRING SOCKS high socks recommended AND BUG SPRAY.
Review by: acepilot59, February 2018
Once we arrived at the Ranch where the horses and the cave are located it was a great fun adventure. Once on site the guides get your suited up in a light weight coverall and rubber boots because you are going to get wet and dirty. Next you have to put on a harness so that the guides can hook you up for repelling down 18 meters into the cave. Then its about a 20 minute horse ride and a 1/2 hour hike to the entrance to the cave. The walk through the cave is about 2 kilometers. About 1/3 of it is in knee to waist deep water with one very short section about 2 feet under water. the guides are there to hang onto you. Watch your step on the way out. Very slippery on the way out._br/_ The bus ride to the ranch and back is a killer about 3 1/2 hours each way. They could also skip breakfast ham and cheese on a dry roll. The lunch was great though. Chicken, pork, rice and beans. Typical Dominican._br/_ We were a family group from 11 to the old guy me at 74. We all had a great time and will talk about for years.
Review by: taylolo, January 2018
This was hands down one of the most amazing excursions I have ever been on. Our tour guides were kind , knowledgeable , and funny. If you are looking to do something new and have a real adventure then you need to book this excursion. We rode horses, took in the beautiful scenery around the ranch, had a good lunch as well as breakfast, and experienced repelling into the belly of a cave. I highly recommend this tour especially if you are a traveller who wants to escape the resort and really have a memorable time !
Review by: DeAnna B, January 2018
Would have given a five but after we came back from the even for lunch. the tour guide asked me why Americans want give dogs chicken bones and as an Animal Rescue and Foster I told him and he said that want happen in the DR and started giving this puppy whole chicken bones, Due out of respect to my worries of this you DONT do it in front of your guest whom is against it!
Review by: Kevin C, January 2018
This tour was truly a one of a kind experience! Carlos, Hendrix, and Carla were great hosts. The drive from Punta Cana was long but very interesting. The cave was amazing and Carlos and Hendrix made everyone feel very safe. The food, especially the lunch afterwards, was delicious! So highly recommended. DO NOT MISS THIS EXPERIENCE.
Review by: Jamilah D, May 2017
We had such an amazing day with Carlos and Gary and Carmen made us the most delicious meal we had all week. The adventure is definitely challenging for those that may be out of shape. I brought REI water shoes with hiking treads and they were perfect. Highly recommended!!
Review by: neal3730, December 2016
it was fun but I found the trip to get there was a good couple of hours from punta cana but I found if you want to do anything fun you have to be willing to do some travelling
Review by: Daniel L, October 2016
This was an amazing excursion! There is a lot of hiking and riding horses, a repel about 30-40ft down a tiny dark hole and a hike in the cave and under some water, all i can say was that it was worth the price!
Review by: rfletcher1780, July 2016
We had a great time!!! Probably the best excursion we have done to date! Highly recommend! FUN!
Review by: Diana D, July 2016
This is a 3 hour ride but you get to see beautiful parts of the Island. Carlos the tour guide is wonderful however, you only get him for the last hour of the ride as you pick him up in a town on the way. Our driver only spoke Spanish and was rude! Not all horses were equal and i got stuck with the horse that did not want to move and the rest of my family was running along as I lagged in back. The hike was beautiful and fun. Wear plenty of bug spray!! The cave was nice and cool and be prepared to get wet! Carlos and Henry were very knowledgeable. At the end we were greeted with a home cooked meal which was the best food we ate our entire stay. This is a full day as we left at 6am and did not get back until after 7pm.
Review by: Theresia B, July 2016
This was one of the best travel outings on a vacation that I have ever done. Would do it again if I ever had the chance, worth every penny. The guides for the day were very entertaining and made the trip, even the river flooding, so much fun!!
Review by: Bonnie R, June 2016
It was really great! The tour itself was so fun, and we did a lot of different things- horseback ride, hike, rappel, swim. All you could ask for. The guides were wonderful! Their English was very good and they were very friendly, and took good care of us. :) The food was also bueno!
Review by: Michelle B, February 2016
The tour guides were great and kept us entertained the whole time. Seeing the cave was worth the hike!
Review by: Bootstrapper, February 2016
A fantastic trip. Everything was so well organized, and the guides were great--friendly and knowledgeable. It's a bit of a drive from Punta Cana, but well worth it. The trip provides water, a beverage after the cave exploration and at lunch, and a full lunch with vegetarian options!. The horses were in good condition and a pleasure to ride, and the cave is amazing. The guides were clearly trained in safety and caving, and the equipment was in good condition. I'd recommend being in moderate or better physical condition--it is a bit of a hike, and you'll be glad of the lunch when you get it! All equipment is provided, down to the boots. Bring socks consider knee-highs, even, to protect against rubbing from the boots and then dry socks to change into once you return to the ranch. You can change clothes at the ranch, and lockers are provided. I wore a swimsuit under the overalls they provide, and changed back into dry clothes after. If you are someone who needs sunscreen on all the time, bring waterproof sunscreen or a small tube you can re-apply.
Review by: Allan, September 2015
One the best excursions I have ever done in my life. If you want something adventurous, active, different and away from the regular tourist trail then this is for you! Youll see out early 6:15am from your resort and have a long coach ride about 3.5 hours to the Los Haitises National Park region/Hato Mayor del Rey area, passing through several towns on the way. We had a couple of interesting comfort stops with local fayre to buy.
Review by: christopher e, April 2015
Great time, family including 13 and 15 year old boys loved the tour. It was a long drive to the tour, but highly recommend it for any activity orientated families like mine.
Review by: Dorothy V, March 2015
Great adventure! Loved the horseback ride, hike and our journey through the cave. Carlos and Henry were terrific guides; Carmen cooked a great breakfast and lunch; Ronaldo got us to and from the cave safely.
Review by: Cindy P, December 2014
We had a great trip to Fun Fun Cave. Everything was as described. It is a long day from Punta Cana hotels but well worth it. The rappel is completely safe and walking and splashing thru the cave is amazing. We especially enjoyed the guides Carlos and Andre. We would highly recommend this trip. Also, buy the DVD. It's well put together.
Review by: Sarah N, October 2014
Exciting Adventure Tour! Things to know if you are planning to do this excursion - wear a swimsuit and bring a waterproof camera. They provide jumpsuits and boots to wear but you do swim as part of the tour. Earlier reviews made it sound optional - it's not. The guides were really knowledgeable and went out of their way to ensure everyone was comfortable. You do need to be in decent shape for this excursion - there is a bit of hiking, but the guides ensure your safety every step of the way.
Review by: Stephanie T, October 2014
This tour was awesome. The tour guides were not only informative but they made it super fun! I was amazed at everything we saw and would go on this tour again in a heartbeat. Highlight of our trip - nothing else compared to it.
Review by: Sally I, September 2014
This excursion was amazing!!! You begin with a fun hoseback ride into the mountain, a long hike through the mountain, then repel 4 stories into a cave, go through the cave and water, and end your trip with a horseback ride back. The physical energy level is definitely required, but the guides are super helpful and nice.... especially Gary! :) Definitely recommend this excursion... just remember to take your bug spray!
Review by: Rebecca N, September 2014
We were told we would be picked up at 6:15am. When we called at 6:30, we were told 6:50. Our ride showed up at 7:05. Our bus driver only spoke Spanish and pulled over to the side of the road and basically told us to get out. When we didn't know why, he pointed to another bus and gestured we were getting on that one. We had no idea the entire 1-way trip would be about 3 hours. Therefore, 6 of our 12 hour excursion was spent in the bus. "Breakfast" was at 10:30am and was a stale ham and cheese sandwich. The actual horseback riding and caving were great. However, there was no snorkeling or swimming as we please as in the description. Also, socks are not just needed if you need a change of clothes; you need to bring them. I had to borrow a pair. Lunch was better than breakfast._br/_
On the way back, our bus had a flat tire. It was changed in the village, but on our way home, we pulled over to get another tire replaced. No one told us what was going on and after about 30-45 min, I asked, in Spanish, what the problem was (we were all hot and confused and sitting in a parked bus). I was basically blown off but told gestured towards the tires (again, non-English speaking bus driver). Therefore, our ride back took about 4 hours. Also, for the entire 7 hours in the bus, the same cd kept playing over and over. _br/_
I just felt the description of this excursion was very misleading. Overall, it was an ok experience, but not worth the money for being in a car for half the day, never being told what was going on, and the description not really matching the trip. I would have not booked if I had known it would be like this.
Review by: Gary B, July 2014
This tour was top-notch from hotel pickup to return. I am a 62 year old somewhat out of shape and at times a bit uncoordinated. However, guides Gary and Hendry made sure that all bases were covered assuring that I had a fantastic experience. My wife also was given great attention by both to assure that all safety procedures were understood and that none of the history and highlights of the tour were overlooked. The horseback ride to the cave entrance was one of the best rides I have experienced. My horse, Orlando Bloom, knew his way and always kept with the group. I was a bit apprehensive about the trek from the horse drop off to the cave entrance but all went extremely well. Even clumsy me did very well and kept up with the group with little problem. I did need one little rest but the guides made sure that I was in good hands at all times. At the cave entrance, all instructions were covered and then it was time to rappel. Wow, what a fantastic and fun experience! Down in the cave you have your helmet and headlamp that lets you see nature at its very best. After the cave walk, you come out into a refreshing water area where you can relax before your horseback ride to the food area where you are given a delicious Dominican Republic culturally oriented prepared meal. This tour should not be missed! Both Gary and Hendry spoke excellent English and like previously said always went above and beyond. Thanks to both - my wife and I had a wonderful day!!
Review by: Laryn F, May 2014
This was an awesome excursion. It's approx a 3 hour drive from the hotels in Bavaro, Punta Cana, then 30 mins on horseback, 45 mins hike up the hills, an hour or so in the depths of the cave (after having rappelled down) then back to the horseride, lunch and drive back to the hotel. Guides (Gary and team) were excellent. Just something to be aware of - you need to be in decent physical shape especially for the hike. Total duration of the trip is close to 12 hours. Also it's pronounced Foon Foon cave.
Review by: Dustin D, March 2014
3 hour bus ride is a bit much, but the cave was awesome and the tour guides were great.
Review by: Julie Q, July 2013
My husband and I are a young couple, but we love to hike so we decided to book this day trip. At first based on the name we didn't expect this trip to be so amazingly adventurous! our tour guides was Gary and Hendrickson, they were absolutely fabulous!! They ensured everyone was safe and they guided the hike with such enthusiasm. they loved it and we loved it. It is quite a long ride to the ranch but you get a very good idea and scene of how some of the Dominican people live. This day trip is very adventurous but they will provide you with gear. Bring mosquito repellant for sure. This trip was well worth the buck! We will definitely come back again!
Review by: Delzer C, July 2013
This tour is for the relatively fit. There is 45 minutes of hiking through rocky/trail terrain which is highly wooded. The horse back riding portion at the beginning and end was great. We repelled into a cave which was safe to do. The tour guides were fun, knowledgeable and funny. This is a 38 million year old cave which is more recently discovered. I was worried about the bug/spider situation in the cave, but it wasn't an issue. The bugs are relentless on the trail, so bring big spray. The cave and bats are really cool. A ham sandwich snack was offered when we got there. After the tour, the lunch was great: red beans and rice, jerk chicken, pork, coleslaw salad, fruit, potatoes, etc. Water, pop, and beer are also offered. Tip: wear a swim suit/board shorts. They give you a "prison-like" jump suit to wear for the tour along with rubber boots. They say bring extra socks. This is because the rubber boots need to be drained out several times do to the water. When done with the tour, you can wear dry socks for your shoes back home. Flip flops to change out of would also work. Bring a change of clothes (shorts/shirt) to wear over your bathing suit afterwards would also be helpful. Lockers and changing rooms are offered at the location. This was my favorite tour in Punta Cana and highly recommended. Tip: Water cameras only! They will video tape the tour for purchase of $40 U.S. currency.
Review by: JAV, July 2013
AMAZING! If you love adventure this is the trip. Beautiful scenic drive through the dominican republic, horse back riding, hiking, repelling into a cave, cave exploration and yes you will get wet in the cave. Some of the best home cooked dominican food awaits you at the end of your adventure._br/_
I highly recommend this excursion to anyone. Everyone associated with assisting us was incredibly helpful. the driver, amazing guid and super funny. Quick Tips: Bring cash, they film everything and you can buy a dvd copy, bring a waterproof camera and lastly bring enough to tip your guides and driver since they are extremely helpful and make the experience happen.
Review by: Quisha M, June 2013
We had a great time and would definitely do it again.
Review by: Kim P, January 2013
This was the most amazing adventure ever. Be prepared though it is not for the weak. It was a three hour drive to the ranch. We rode horseS up and down hills, hiked up and down hills and the crawled around on our stomachs in the caves. If you are adventorous, this tour is for you.
Review by: Ingred Q, December 2012
Wow! This was AMAZING! The bus drive to the ranch was a bit sketchy (3 hour drive in and the driver didn’t say a word) but we got the opportunity to see many different walks of life and life styles. Once you get to the location you pass two gates to get onto the ranch and the driver opens them manually and hops back in the small bus. Once you’re there you’ll never forget your trip!! This was a dream and quite the adventure. Horse ride through streams, hike up the mountain (with full gear on), exploring the caves, diving under water in the caves and beers waiting for us at the end of the cave. The lunch they provide at the end of the adventure was the BEST meal I ate while in Dominican. Do IT! You won’t regret it. It is a life experience. Enjoy Oh, and bring bug repellant.
Review by: Robert K, December 2012
This trip was the best thing about our trip to the Dominican Republic! First you start out with a horse back ride, then hike through the hills, then repel down into a cave where you hike some more, then after you're out of the cave the horses are waiting for you to take you back to the ranch. Carlos, the guide, was absolutely incredible! Very knowledgeable and funny! This trip is not for the faint of heart! One thing to note... remember a water proof camera. When you're in the cave, you dive under water so you can't bring anything that can't get wet!! However, there is a videographer who tapes the entire thing and sells the DVDs for $40. We bought one and have watched it 3 times already... TOTALLY worth it!! Great memories... couldn't have asked for a better excursion!
Review by: David R, December 2012
The actual excursion was great, horse back ride through the jungle, really cool cave with rappelling etc... we didn't realize however that there was seven hours of bus riding! On top of that we were the only ones on the tour that were charged $40 extra because our hotel wasn't on their list.
Review by: Jojo, December 2012
This was a fun-filled day of activities. We did horseback riding, hiking in the forest, repelled down the entrance of the cave, and explored the cave itself. Equipment was provided free of charge. The experienced staff was multilingual and attentive to every detail. The meals were simply delicious.
Review by: Robert C, October 2012
My wife and I took this trip in August 2012, and it was great. The guides kept the trip memorable and were funny and intelligent about their country, the jungle, and the cave. The trip there took a while from Punta Cana, but you get to really see the country. The horses were a lot of fun to ride and it was awe inspiring to be in the cave and really explore it. You get to go through the cave waters and take tons of pictures. Make sure you bring a waterproof camera because the pictures are worth it.
Review by: Hiroyasu T, August 2012
It is approximately just a little over three hours by bus from Hotel zone, with one break on the way. After arrival to the field, they served a late breakfast. Then, I changed into the overalls that were provided. Horseback riding experience lasted approximately one hour. This was very fun. Horses take to you well. After the horse ride, we walked for 45 minutes. It is slightly hot here, but not too bad. We ended up at the cave. I have not experienced anything like it in the past. A swimsuit is needed, there is a place to jump into the water. I came back by horseback riding again. Then I had a late lunch. Almost everything you need is provided. Finally they made a DVD of the experience. This is fun too. I had a very fun experience.
Review by: Sandra R, July 2012
This was a fun excursion because it offered several activities: horseback riding, hiking, spelunking. I'll begin by admitting that I am 61 years old and overweight although I have been working out and lifting weights. I was one of the two older participants of our group. Some caveats, however...footwear is an issue. They want you to wear rubber boots for all activities. Be sure to bring socks. I chose to wear my tennis shoes and would not have been able to make the hike without them as the climb is up mountainside with no real path and large, pointed boulders. Once inside the cave, the ground is VERY SLIPPERY with mud and sharp rocks. I fell twice ( I was the only one in the group to fall). The guides were helpful and tried to be careful. One other thing: the jumpsuit that I wore began to smell strongly of BODY ODOR shorthly into the hike. I was so embarrassed until I realized that the smell was embedded in the material from multitudes of past wearers. Just be aware of the possible dangers: my bruises are just now starting to fade a week later.
Review by: Nichole V, June 2012
THE MOST amazing experience of my life! This is one that should not EVER be missed Gadiele and Hendrix were amazing guides and even though I argued w him at first that I couldn't do it I felt safe and found out how FUN and EASY the repelling was. NOTE you can ONLY take a waterproof camera so don't miss out!
Review by: Kwinkwon, May 2012
Fun adventure, took a little long to get to site but it was worth it. A lot of physical activity as we walked a long ways through the forest and undergound. It was worth it. The cave was amazing. Definitely a site to see.
Review by: Kwinkwon, April 2012
Fun adventure, took a little long to get to site but it was worth it. A lot of physical activity as we walked a long ways through the forest and undergound. It was worth it. The cave was amazing. Definitely a site to see.
Review by: shane t, April 2012
This was a great trip. We were able to partake on a great experience. The guides were local and very knowledgable. They made the trip so much more fun. The only disappointment was that the photograph did not show up, so we were not give the opportunity to have a cd / dvd of the experience.
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