Travel Guide to Parque Nacional Submarino La Caleta

Getting There

• Car

  From the central region of Cordillera Central, head towards Santo Domingo via Route 1. Drive for approximately 1.5 to 2 hours until you reach the capital. As you approach Santo Domingo, take the exit for Avenida 27 de Febrero. Continue on this road until you see signs for Ruta 66, which will lead you to the east. Follow Ruta 66 for about 30 minutes until you reach the entrance of Parque Nacional Submarino La Caleta, located at F827+7CF, Ruta 66 Salida Del Aeropuerto Las Americas. Ensure to check your fuel as there are limited gas stations in the vicinity.

• Public Transportation

  If you prefer public transportation, begin your journey by taking a bus from the central area of Cordillera Central to Santo Domingo. Look for buses heading to the Terminal de Autobuses de Santo Domingo. Once in Santo Domingo, navigate to the Metro system and take Line 2 to Pedro Francisco Bonó station. At the exit, look for local 'carros publicos' (shared taxis) that travel towards Boca Chica or La Caleta. Request to be dropped off at Parque Nacional Submarino La Caleta. Note that the total cost for bus fare is approximately 200-300 DOP, while the 'carro publico' fare will be around 100 DOP per person.

• Taxi or Ride-sharing

  For a more direct route, consider booking a taxi or use a ride-sharing app like Uber from Cordillera Central to Parque Nacional Submarino La Caleta. This option is convenient and allows for flexibility in departure times. The drive will take about 1.5 to 2 hours depending on traffic, and expect to pay around 1500 to 2500 DOP for the ride. Make sure to confirm the price before starting your journey.