Boca de Yuma
Boca de Yuma

Boca de Yuma

Boca de Yuma is a small fishing village on the northeastern tip of the Dominican Republic’s National Park of the East (Parque Nacional del Este). The village is off the beaten path for tourists, meaning you’ll find a peaceful place to hang among the locals here. The harbor boasts many small restaurants and bars, similar to an Italian seaside town.

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Boca da Yuma, La Altagracia, 91000

The basics

Though there is a small stretch of sand, Boca de Yuma is mainly about experiencing the local way of life rather than sunbathing. It’s a perfect place to catch sailfish and head out on boat trips to some of the surrounding small, isolated beaches. Some tour operators from Punta Cana combine lunch in Boca de Yuma with guided hikes of Cueva de Berna (Bernard Cave), where visitors can learn about the meaning behind petroglyphs.

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Things to know before you go

  • Cueva de Berna is considered one of the most important Taino caves in the Dominican Republic because of its large number of petroglyphs.

  • Spanish explorer Juan Ponce de León used the Yuma River as a starting point for his expeditions in the 16th century.

  • Bring cash, as some restaurants might not accept credit cards.

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How to get there

Boca de Yuma is about an hour’s drive from Punta Cana and 30 minutes from La Romana. To get there, you can take a bus or shuttle to the eastern entrance of Parque Nacional del Este. From there, it is a short walk. If taking a taxi, be sure to arrange a pickup time with the driver, as you may not be able to find a taxi in Boca de Yuma to take you back to your hotel.

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When to get there

Like the rest of the Dominican Republic, the best time to visit Boca de Yuma is from early December to mid-April. That’s when you’ll experience the most pleasant weather and the biggest crowds since it is peak season. Between May and August is when there’s the greatest chance of rain in the Punta Cana area.

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National Park of the East (Parque Nacional del Este)

Known as one of the Dominican Republic’s most biologically diverse land reserves, this national park includes the sandy beaches of Saona Island, tropical forests, and caves. It is home to more than 500 species of plants and hundreds of birds, insects, and fish. One of the park entrances is in Boca de Yuma on the eastern side.

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