Vik Hotel Arena Blanca
All-InclusivePunta Cana
Dominican Republic
From Toronto (YYZ)VAT · Direct flightDeparts Thu, Sep 17
- 5 nights
- Superior Gardenview
- Flights incl.
From
$969
per person · taxes incl.
or $80/mowith FlexPay
Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
Fifty kilometres of coconut-palm beach.
4.8 · 15,800+ Punta Cana vacations booked by Canadians
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Vacation Packages to Punta Cana
Seven-night Punta Cana packages with flights, transfers and resort in one price. Filter by all-inclusive, adults-only or family and compare from your departure city.
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Occidental Punta Cana
All-InclusivePunta Cana
Dominican Republic
From Toronto (YYZ)WestJet Vacations · Direct flightDeparts Tue, Aug 25
- 3 nights
- Superior Room
- Flights incl.
From
$1,079
per person · taxes incl.
or $89/mowith FlexPay
Sunscape Coco Punta Cana
All-InclusivePunta Cana
Dominican Republic
From Toronto (YYZ)VAT · Direct flightDeparts Thu, Sep 17
- 5 nights
- Superior Deluxe Tropical View Double
- Flights incl.
From
$1,089
per person · taxes incl.
or $90/mowith FlexPay
Catalonia Bavaro Beach Golf And Casino
All-InclusivePunta Cana
Dominican Republic
From Toronto (YYZ)VAT · Direct flightDeparts Wed, Sep 16
- 5 nights
- Junior Suite
- Flights incl.
From
$1,099
per person · taxes incl.
or $91/mowith FlexPay
Impressive Punta Cana
All-InclusivePunta Cana
Dominican Republic
From Toronto (YYZ)VAT · Direct flightDeparts Thu, Sep 17
- 5 nights
- Room Tropical View
- Flights incl.
From
$1,099
per person · taxes incl.
or $91/mowith FlexPay
Bahia Principe Explore Punta Cana
All-InclusivePunta Cana
Dominican Republic
From Toronto (YYZ)VAT · Direct flightDeparts Thu, Sep 17
- 5 nights
- Junior Suite Superior
- Flights incl.
From
$1,119
per person · taxes incl.
or $93/mowith FlexPay
Bahia Principe Explore Turquesa
All-InclusivePunta Cana
Dominican Republic
From Toronto (YYZ)VAT · Direct flightDeparts Thu, Sep 17
- 5 nights
- Junior Suite Superior
- Flights incl.
From
$1,129
per person · taxes incl.
or $94/mowith FlexPay
Occidental Caribe
All-InclusivePunta Cana
Dominican Republic
From Toronto (YYZ)WestJet Vacations · Direct flightDeparts Tue, Aug 25
- 3 nights
- Double Room
- Flights incl.
From
$1,134
per person · taxes incl.
or $94/mowith FlexPay
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Hotels in Punta Cana
The coast’s most-booked resorts, family and adults-only.
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At a glance
Everything you need to know about Punta Cana
Punta Cana all-inclusive resorts line 50 kilometres of coconut-palm beach on the Dominican Republic’s easternmost tip, one of the most-booked all-inclusive coasts in the Caribbean. The scale is the point: more resorts, more choice and more competition on price than almost anywhere else in the region, from giant family complexes to adults-only hideaways. Bavaro beach is the long, palm-backed centre, with calmer Cap Cana to the south and Uvero Alto to the north. Beyond the sand, Saona Island catamarans and Hoyo Azul cenote are the classic excursions. It is the Caribbean’s easiest, best-value beach week.
Punta Cana, DRClimate
Climate
26–31°C year-round
JanDec
PeakShoulderAvoid
Tropical. Dry season Dec–Apr, hurricane season Aug–Oct.
Currency
Dominican Peso
1 CAD ≈ 43 DOP · USD widely accepted
Entry
Visa-free
Tourist card included in airfare
Top Experiences in Punta Cana
Full-day boat tripSaona Island
A catamaran day to a palm-fringed sandbar in a marine park.
30 min awayHoyo Azul Cenote
A vivid blue cenote at the foot of a cliff in Scape Park.
Right at your resortBávaro Beach & Snorkeling
Party boats and reef snorkelling along the coast.
Essential info for Canadian travellers
Passport: A valid Canadian passport is all you need — no visa required for tourist stays up to 30 days.
Tourist card: The DR tourist card is now bundled into almost all airfares — no separate fee to pay on arrival.
Travel insurance: Provincial health plans do not cover medical care in the DR. Comprehensive travel insurance is essential.
Power & plugs: The DR uses 110V/60Hz with Type A/B plugs — the same as Canada. No adapter needed.
Time zone: Punta Cana runs on Atlantic Standard Time (AST) year-round — one hour ahead of Toronto in winter.
Best time to visit Punta Cana
Dec – AprPeak season
Dry, sunny, 26–29°C. Busiest and priciest; book early.
May – JulShoulder season
Warm with brief showers. Great value before the storm season.
Aug – OctHurricane season peak
Highest storm risk and humidity. Travel insurance mandatory.
NovShoulder season
Storm risk fades and prices stay low before the holidays.
Where to stay
Punta Cana zones & neighbourhoods
"Punta Cana" covers a 50 km coastline of distinct beach areas, from the busy resort strip of Bávaro to the gated luxury of Cap Cana. Here's how to pick your base.
Bávaro Beach
Central strip
The heart of Punta Cana: the largest concentration of resorts, the longest beach, and easy access to shops, bars, and excursions.
Best for
- First-timers
- Families
- Value
Cap Cana
South, gated
A gated marina community of luxury resorts, a Jack Nicklaus golf course, and calm Juanillo Beach — refined and exclusive.
Best for
- Couples
- Luxury
- Golf
Uvero Alto
North, 40 min
A quieter stretch of wild beach north of the airport, home to adults-only and boutique resorts away from the crowds.
Best for
- Couples
- Relaxation
- Privacy
Cabeza de Toro
Between Bávaro & airport
A sheltered reef bay with calm, shallow water and a relaxed local marina — close to the airport but well away from the bustle.
Best for
- Families
- Calm swimming
- Snorkelling
Arena Gorda
North Bávaro
Wide golden sand backed by big-name family resorts and water parks — a livelier extension of the main Bávaro strip.
Best for
- Families
- Water parks
- Value
Macao Beach
Far north
A dramatic surf beach loved for buggy tours and a more natural setting, anchored by a handful of large resorts.
Best for
- Adventure
- Surfing
- Scenery
Beyond the resort
Day trips & excursions from Punta Cana
Punta Cana is the launch point for the Dominican Republic's best beaches, islands, and natural wonders. Every excursion below can be done as a day trip from any Bávaro or Cap Cana resort and booked through shoptravel or your resort desk.
Island Day TripSaona Island
Full day · 8–9 hrs~70 km south · Bus + catamaran
Cruise to a protected national-park island of natural pools, starfish, and endless palm-backed sand. The DR's most famous excursion.
Insider tips
- Book the catamaran-and-speedboat combo
- Bring reef-safe sunscreen and water shoes
Natural WonderScape Park & Hoyo Azul
Half day · 4–5 hrsCap Cana · 30 min by car
Swim in the Hoyo Azul cenote, zipline over the jungle, and explore caves and lagoons in this eco-adventure park.
Insider tips
- Go in the morning before tour buses arrive
- Closed shoes recommended for the trails
UNESCO World HeritageSanto Domingo Colonial City
Full day · 10 hrs~200 km west · 2.5 hrs by bus
Walk the oldest European city in the Americas — cobbled streets, the first cathedral, and 500 years of Caribbean history.
Insider tips
- Wear comfortable walking shoes
- Bring cash for the Zona Colonial markets
AdventureBuggy Adventure & Macao Beach
Half day · 4 hrsMacao · 40 min by car
Tear through countryside trails and sugarcane fields by dune buggy, stopping at a cenote and the wild surf of Macao Beach.
Insider tips
- Wear clothes you don't mind getting muddy
- Bring a bandana or sunglasses for dust
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Punta Cana travel FAQ
Everything Canadian travellers ask before booking
Is Punta Cana good for families?
Very, with large family resorts, water parks, shallow beaches and big kids’ programs.
Is there sargassum in Punta Cana?
Some east-facing beaches see sargassum roughly April to August; resorts clean daily and conditions vary.
How far is the airport?
Punta Cana (PUJ) is a 15 to 40 minute transfer to most resorts.
Cap Cana, Bavaro or Uvero Alto?
Bavaro for the liveliest beach and most resorts, Cap Cana for upscale calm, Uvero Alto for seclusion.
What are the best all-inclusive resorts in Punta Cana for families?
Barcelo Bavaro, Hard Rock and the water-park resorts lead for families, with shallow Bavaro beaches and big kids’ programs.
Do Canadian travellers need a visa for Punta Cana, Dominican Republic?
Canadian citizens generally do not need a visa for short tourist stays in the Dominican Republic, and a valid passport is required. A tourist card requirement is typically bundled into airfare. Entry requirements can change, so confirm current guidance on the Government of Canada travel advisory page for the Dominican Republic before you go.