Trip to Constanza, the Dominican Republic: how to get there, how many days and when to go

Constanza – La Vega Destination Jarabacoa and Constanza about 80 km from La Vega

How to get there

Aeropuerto Internacional del Cibao (STI) Santiago de los Caballeros · 110 km

Approximate road distances. Check flights and bus schedules before you travel.

From Jarabacoa it's about 45 km by mountain road, a little over an hour. From Santo Domingo, about three hours via the Autopista Duarte and the climb from Bonao. The nearest international airport is Cibao (STI), in Santiago.

How many days

Two days: one for the valley and the Aguas Blancas waterfall, another for Valle Nuevo.

When to go

From December to April there is less rain; from December to February nights are very cold and it can freeze in Valle Nuevo. The valley stays green and in bloom year-round, with more frequent rains from May to October.

The seasons shown are the most usual ones; nature doesn't always follow the calendar.

Do you need a car?

Yes, for Valle Nuevo and Aguas Blancas it's recommended, preferably with four-wheel drive, because parts of the roads are unpaved. Without a car, hire a local tour.

Suggested itinerary

An order that works

Built with the places on this page. No rush: it's paced so you have time to see them.

One day in Constanza

Morning
Aguas Blancas
Head out early to the Aguas Blancas waterfall, southeast of town, and descend to the viewpoint of the fall.
Afternoon
Valle Nuevo
In the afternoon, climb up to Parque Nacional Valle Nuevo, among pine forests and high-altitude fields, up to the Pirámides monument.
Late afternoon
Constanza Valley
In the late afternoon, return through the valley, among strawberry and flower fields, and buy fruit at road-side stalls.
Evening
Cold night
At night, have a hot meal in town; temperatures drop quickly after sunset.

Check before you go. Opening hours and days change, and places may close for renovations, holidays or events. This itinerary is a suggestion from Cidade Turismo, not a commitment: plan yours by checking directly with each place you intend to visit.

Before you go

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Constanza?

Yes, at night, especially from December to February, when it can approach freezing in the valley and be below that in Valle Nuevo.

What to do in Constanza?

See the Aguas Blancas waterfall, go up to Valle Nuevo, stroll through the agricultural valley and taste the strawberries.

Do you need a 4x4 for Valle Nuevo?

It is recommended, because stretches of the road are dirt and rocky, especially after rain.

Does Constanza have an airport?

It has a small domestic airstrip; visitors from abroad arrive via Santiago or Santo Domingo.

Your trip to Constanza.