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Experience the 27 Charcos of Damajagua: a guided canyoning route of jumps, slides and limestone pools outside Puerto Plata. This full-day excursion blends a jungle hike with river-running and a buffet lunch—perfect for adventurous travelers who can swim and move steadily over wet rock.
Experience the 27 Charcos of Damajagua: a guided canyoning route of jumps, slides and limestone pools outside Puerto Plata. This full-day excursion blends a jungle hike with river-running and a buffet lunch—perfect for adventurous travelers who can swim and move steadily over wet rock.
You step off the minivan into humid air scented with wet limestone and green leaves; a local guide checks life jackets while the river below gurgles, daring you to begin.
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Operated by Eric Tours International · Maimón, Puerto Plata
You step off the minivan into humid air scented with wet limestone and green leaves; a local guide checks life jackets while the river below gurgles, daring you to begin.
The 27 Charcos of Damajagua are a series of limestone pools and narrow canyons carved by water over millennia. The route used by tours climbs a short jungle trail to the 12th fall—a high lookout—then follows the river downstream, where jumps, natural slides and calm swims connect a chain of basins. The geology is classic karst: layered limestone sculpted into plunge pools and small caverns that catch rain and river flow.
Culturally, the site is run by local guides from nearby Maimón and Imbert; their experience and knowledge of safe lines and exit points is central to the experience. Expect groups to move steadily—safety briefings, helmet and shoe checks, then one-by-one descents.
Practically, the active portion is roughly 45 minutes uphill to the start and about 2–3 hours navigating the falls, with lunch and transfers adding to a full 7–8 hour day. Bring a waterproof camera or phone in a dry bag, wear secure water shoes, and be honest about your comfort with heights—jumps up to 8 meters are optional and alternative routes exist.
Hydration, reef-safe sunscreen, and a change of clothes post-tour will make the day smoother. Guides set the pace; listen closely, respect the river’s current, and you’ll leave with pictures of slick rock, deep blue pools, and the quick grin of someone who just slid through a canyon.
You don’t need to be an expert, but you should be comfortable in moving water; life jackets are provided and guides assist where necessary.
No—jumps up to about 8 m are optional, and there are safer exit paths for anyone who prefers not to jump.
Yes—pickup and drop-off from hotels in Cabarete, Sosúa and Puerto Plata are typically included in the tour price.
Bring a swimsuit, water shoes (or use the provided water shoes if offered), waterproof camera or dry bag, snacks, and a change of clothes for after the tour.
Eric Tours International operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
You step off the minivan into humid air scented with wet limestone and green leaves; a local guide checks life jackets while the river below gurgles, daring you to begin.
You step off the minivan into humid air scented with wet limestone and green leaves; a local guide checks life jackets while the river below gurgles, daring you to begin.
The 27 Charcos of Damajagua are a series of limestone pools and narrow canyons carved by water over millennia. The route used by tours climbs a short jungle trail to the 12th fall—a high lookout—then follows the river downstream, where jumps, natural slides and calm swims connect a chain of basins. The geology is classic karst: layered limestone sculpted into plunge pools and small caverns that catch rain and river flow.
Culturally, the site is run by local guides from nearby Maimón and Imbert; their experience and knowledge of safe lines and exit points is central to the experience. Expect groups to move steadily—safety briefings, helmet and shoe checks, then one-by-one descents.
Practically, the active portion is roughly 45 minutes uphill to the start and about 2–3 hours navigating the falls, with lunch and transfers adding to a full 7–8 hour day. Bring a waterproof camera or phone in a dry bag, wear secure water shoes, and be honest about your comfort with heights—jumps up to 8 meters are optional and alternative routes exist.
Hydration, reef-safe sunscreen, and a change of clothes post-tour will make the day smoother. Guides set the pace; listen closely, respect the river’s current, and you’ll leave with pictures of slick rock, deep blue pools, and the quick grin of someone who just slid through a canyon.