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Cave · Cabarete, Puerto Plata
Parque Nacional El Choco (Cuevas de Cabarete)
A park of forest and limestone just behind Cabarete, with trails and caverns that hold crystal-clear freshwater lagoons where you can swim.
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About Parque Nacional El Choco (Cuevas de Cabarete)
El Choco National Park occupies the forest and lagoon area just south of Cabarete. The terrain is limestone, pierced by caverns where groundwater forms very clear freshwater lagoons. The most visited part is the Cuevas de Cabarete, with marked trails.
With a guide, the visit follows the trail through the forest and descends into the caverns by stairs and stone passages. Inside some of them you can swim in cool lagoons, with stalactites around and light entering through openings in the ceiling. There are also Taíno remains and large native trees.
The park includes surface lagoons, such as Cabarete and La Goleta, with waterfowl, and areas for horseback riding and cycling. It is a half-day outing that shows Cabarete’s green side, away from the beach winds.
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
Two to three hours.
Best time
In the morning, before the trail gets very hot, leaving the afternoon for the beach when the wind picks up.
How to get there
The entrance to the Cuevas de Cabarete is about 2 km south of Cabarete center, on a road that branches off the coastal road. By bicycle, motorcycle taxi or taxi.
Tip
Bring swimwear, a towel and a flashlight, and wear footwear that can get wet. The cave visit is conducted with a guide at the entrance.
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Parque Nacional El Choco (Cuevas de Cabarete)
Can you swim in the caverns of El Choco?
Yes, in freshwater lagoons inside some caverns.
Is the visit to the Cuevas de Cabarete guided?
Yes, with guides at the park entrance.
Is the park far from Cabarete beach?
About 2 km south of the village center.