Distance and driving time
| From | Distance | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Puerto Plata center | 25 km | 35-45 min |
| Amber Cove cruise port | 30 km | 40-50 min |
| Taino Bay cruise port | 25 km | 35-45 min |
| Sosua | 45 km | 55 min |
| Cabarete | 55 km | 1h 10min |
| Santiago | 50 km | 45 min |
Options
- Guided tour with pickup: The most popular choice. $50-90 per person including transport, local guide at the canyon, safety gear and usually lunch. See Damajagua tours.
- Rental car: Rent at Puerto Plata airport (POP) for $30-50 per day. Drive south on Autopista Duarte, exit at Imbert, follow signs to Damajagua.
- Taxi: $50-70 each way from Puerto Plata hotels. Arrange pickup time with the driver since ridesharing is limited in the area.
- Public guagua: Cheapest ($2-3) but slow. Take a guagua from Puerto Plata to Imbert, then a mototaxi to the park entrance.
Frequently asked questions
About 25 km south of Puerto Plata, near the town of Imbert. Driving time is 35-45 minutes depending on traffic on the main Autopista Duarte highway.
Yes. Amber Cove is about 20 minutes from Puerto Plata. Shore excursions from the cruise terminal typically last 5-6 hours including transport, the 7 or 12 waterfalls route and lunch. Prices are $75-120.
Yes, the route on Autopista Duarte is well-maintained. From the highway a short paved road leads to the park entrance. Parking is available at the visitor center. Stay alert for motorcycles and avoid driving at night.
