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Puerto Plata and Amber Cove, Dominican Republic

Puerto Plata Cruise Port: Mountains, Culture and Adventure

Aerial view of Amber Cove cruise destination surrounded by turquoise water and green mountains near Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic.

Welcome to Puerto Plata & Amber Cove

Puerto Plata and Amber Cove offer a lively mix of Dominican history, mountain scenery and outdoor adventure. Cruise visitors can explore Fortaleza San Felipe, soar through tropical hills by zipline, hike and swim at the Damajagua waterfalls, sail the coast by catamaran or ride an off-road buggy through the countryside.

Step Ashore and Discover Puerto Plata

Cruise ship docked at Amber Cove cruise port with colorful waterfront buildings, pools, palm trees, and lush Dominican Republic mountains.

Pristine white-sand beach with palm trees and clear turquoise Caribbean water near Amber Cove, Dominican Republic.

Experience Puerto Plata Beaches: Golden Sand and Dominican
Blue Water

Enjoy Puerto Plata Excursions: Ziplining, Damajagua Waterfalls and Natural Pool Trek, Puerto Plata City Sightseeing, Catamaran Sailing and ATV Adventures

Traveler riding a zipline above green tropical hills near Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic

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