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Before you go
Your trip to Uvero Alto.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
Uvero Alto – La Altagracia Destination Punta Cana and Bávaro about 50 km from Higüey
How to get there
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Aeropuerto Internacional de Punta Cana (PUJ) Punta Cana · 40 km
Approximate road distances. Check flights and bus schedules before you travel.
It is about 40 km from Punta Cana airport, roughly a 45-minute drive along the coastal road from Bávaro. Hotels provide transfers; taxis and ride‑hailing apps also serve the area.
How many days
People who stay in Uvero Alto usually remain five to seven days and rarely leave the hotel. Those based in Bávaro can visit Playa Macao for an afternoon.
When to go
From December to April there is less rain, but the sea usually has more waves because of Atlantic winds. May and early June have calmer seas. June to November is hurricane season.
The seasons shown are the most usual ones; nature doesn't always follow the calendar.
Do you need a car?
If you plan to stay at the hotel, no. If you want to go out, yes — or you must rely on taxis and organized tours: there is little commerce and public transport nearby. By car, Bávaro is about 30 minutes away.
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 Uvero Alto
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Morning
Playa Macao
Go early to Playa Macao, when the golden sand is still empty; walk out to the low cliffs at the tip.
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Afternoon
Surf lesson
In the afternoon, the schools on Macao’s sand offer lessons for beginners, taking advantage of the Atlantic waves.
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Late afternoon
Macao viewpoint
At the end of the day, climb to the top of the cliff to see the whole beach in the low light.
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Evening
Dinner
Return to Uvero Alto or head to Bávaro, half an hour away, to dine out.
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 Uvero Alto far from the airport?
It's about 40 km, roughly a 45‑minute drive from Punta Cana airport.
Is the sea calm in Uvero Alto?
Less calm than in Bávaro. The beaches are open to the Atlantic and usually have waves, especially in winter.
Is Playa Macao good for surfing?
Yes. It is the best‑known wave beach in the region, with schools for beginners on the sand.
Does Uvero Alto have shops and restaurants outside the hotels?
Very little. Life revolves around the hotels; for shops and restaurants, go to Bávaro.