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Beach · Miches, El Seibo
Playa Esmeralda
A long beach of pale sand and coconut groves east of Miches, with calm sea and the green hills of the Cordillera Oriental in the background: the postcard of the Costa Esmeralda.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
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About Playa Esmeralda
Playa Esmeralda is a few kilometers east of the town of Miches, on the southern shore of Samaná Bay. It is a long stretch of light, fine sand, with dense coconut groves and a sea in shades of green and blue, usually calm because it lies inside the bay. In the background, the hills of the Cordillera Oriental form a rare green backdrop for Dominican beaches.
The beach gave its name to Costa Esmeralda and was the site chosen by the first large hotels in the region, built at low density and set apart from each other. Even so, there are long undeveloped stretches where you can walk for kilometers without meeting anyone.
Streams descend from the mountains and reach the sea at certain points, forming small lagoons. The water is generally good for swimming, with gentle waves, and the beach is ideal for long walks, especially early and late in the day.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
Half a day or a full day.
Best time
In the morning and at late afternoon, when the light enhances the green of the hills and the heat subsides. The dry season, from December to April, has cleaner skies.
How to get there
It is about 5 km east of downtown Miches, along the road that continues to Montaña Redonda and Punta Cana. Public access points are between the hotels; by car or motorcycle taxi.
Tip
Bring water and sunscreen: there are few kiosks in the public sections. Be sure to walk along the undeveloped parts, away from the hotels.
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Playa Esmeralda
Is Playa Esmeralda public?
Yes, like all beaches in the country, with access points between the hotels.
Is the sea at Playa Esmeralda calm?
Most of the time, yes, because the beach lies inside Samaná Bay.
Is there infrastructure at Playa Esmeralda?
The hotels have restaurants; in the public sections infrastructure is minimal.