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Windsurfing. Wakeboarding. Boogie boarding. Scuba diving.
White water river rafting. Ocean kayaking. You might
need to take three or four separate vacations to enjoy
all of these exciting activities offered in beautiful
Cabarete, Dominican Republic.
Located on the north shore of the Dominican Republic
and only 20 minutes from the Puerto Plata International
airport, this exclusive beachfront community is a Caribbean
gem that offers endless opportunities for both peaceful
relaxation and riveting recreation. Lodging varies between
economy 1 BR’s in town and luxury beachfront rentals
that accommodate entire families. A car rental in Cabarete
is unnecessary if you stay at one of the oceanfront
condos or beachfront condos in the middle of Cabarete
Bay, as the town and restaurants are within easy walking
distance.
Kiteboarding in Cabarete is recognized by enthusiasts
as one of the best locations in the world. People travel
from across the globe to experience Cabarete’s
warm water, consistent trade winds, tropical waves and
soft sandy beaches. These ideal conditions allow Cabarete
to host several professional kiteboarding events, such
as the PKRA KITEBOARDING and Masters of the Ocean competitions,
and provide training grounds for some of the world’s
top professional kiteboarders. Whether you are a beginner
taking kiteboarding lessons for the first time or a
seasoned PKRA professional kiteboarder, Cabarete kiteboarding
has something for everyone.
While kitesurfing / kiteboarding may be the newest
sport in town, windsurfing in Cabarete is just as popular.
Gentle morning breezes provide ideal conditions for
newcomers to the sport and for the windsurfing shops
teaching windsurfing lessons. Afternoons bring stronger
steady trade winds, allowing more advanced sailors to
either perfect their wave riding skills on the reef
or work on smooth flowing transitions on the inside.
Cabarete windsurfing offers everything from lessons
to windsurfing rentals.
For those taking a break from the windsurfing or kiteboarding
experience, wakeboarding on the Yasica River is ideal
for perfecting your board skills. With the river located
less than seven miles from Cabarete, wakeboarding across
the butter smooth waters of this wind-protected river
provides some of the most spectacular scenery in the
world.
Anything classified as “extreme” naturally
spawns apprehension in some would-be thrill-seekers.
But instead of sitting idly by as others enjoy the ocean
waves, grabbing a boogie board and riding the lighter
waves is fun for everyone. Indeed, boogie boarding in
Cabarete is gratifying for people of all ages, leaving
no room for excuses.
With miles and miles of gorgeous tropical sights to
please the eye, ocean kayaking, snorkeling or scuba
diving in Cabarete will leave your mind spinning with
memories of vivid colors and natural wonders. Explore
the exquisite coral reef while kayaking the coastline,
or take a plunge into the life-laden underworld swimming
down below. The Cabarete waters are teeming with exotic
fish, making scuba diving the unforgettable experience
you’re searching for.
Want to incorporate some white water into your ocean
vacation? Well, Cabarete white water river rafting is
one of the hidden treasures of this Caribbean dream.
The countryside mountains (often referred to as the
Dominican Alps) feature the remarkable scenery and thrilling
plunges that make white water river rafting such a highly
sought adventure.
After a full day of fun in the sun, it’s time
to experience the nightlife and fabulous restaurants
in Cabarete. Stroll down the beach to one of the many
bars and restaurants and sit beachside with your toes
in the sand. Enjoy local cuisines or those from around
the world. After dinner, roam the shops in town or stop
by a local bar and dance into the night.
Whether you’re searching for that ideal kiteboarding
vacation, windsurfing vacation or just a great oceantfront
condo to rent with family and friends, Cabarete, Dominican
Republic has it all.
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