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Playa el chaparral
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About
Playa el chaparral is located on the Atlantic ocean and it is in the 52th place out of 246 beaches in the Dominican Republic region 161.5 km away from its center, the city of Santo Domingo. It is one of the beaches of Puerto Plata settlement, just 4.8 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.
It is a spacious coastline with crystal turquoise water and pure bright fine sand, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, seniors etc. It is not crowded place during the season.
Playa el chaparral coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, loungers and umbrellas, beach restaurant, changing rooms, showers, toilets. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, sup-surfing, sea kayaking. This beach is popular for windsurfing or kiteboarding.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
6 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Playa Dorada, which has a rating of 8.7.
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+27
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Playa el chaparral is located in Dominican Republic within Puerto Plata, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.
The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.
User reviews
"This is a splendid beach that is popular among the locals on Costa Dorada in the Dominican Republic. It's only a short cab ride away from the Amber Cove cruise port, and the cost of the round-trip is approximately $20 per person. However, the driver stays with you all day to ensure that you don't miss your boat. The beach is never crowded, so you can enjoy your time here in ..."
Gainesvillager
"Despite the powerful waves, the beach attendants were incredibly friendly. I indulged in some delicious Dominican fish, which was expertly seasoned and cooked to perfection."
Olivette Guerrier.
User reviews
"This is a splendid beach that is popular among the locals on Costa Dorada in the Dominican Republic. It's only a short cab ride away from the Amber Cove cruise port, and the cost of the round-trip is approximately $20 per person. However, the driver stays with you all day to ensure that you don't miss your boat. The beach is never crowded, so you can enjoy your time here in ..."
Gainesvillager
"Despite the powerful waves, the beach attendants were incredibly friendly. I indulged in some delicious Dominican fish, which was expertly seasoned and cooked to perfection."
Olivette Guerrier.
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4.1km
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Puerto Plata
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780m from center
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4.5km
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Puerto Plata
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630m from center
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20.8km from center
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What to do in Playa el chaparral? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
If you like outdoor activities, the Playa el chaparral can offer such an experience. In particular - SUP surfing. The beach stands out for an excellent base for this kind of sport. And the bonus is the gorgeous scenery from the water. Just try, we recommend it!
Extremes can be moderate or excessive, so if you are a fan of the first type, than Playa el chaparral welcomes you, offering kite and windsurfing. If on the contrary, it is not your kind of activity, we recommend you to find another beach, since the presence of lots of kite surfers on water can have a negative impact on the comfort of your leisure.
There is no particular indicator for the extremity of any particular activity, but if there were, then sea kayaking is definitely at the bottom of the scale. If you are a fan of this kind of entertainment, you can do your favorite activity at Playa el chaparral. See what our users think about it in the reviews section.
In most cases, the question What to do on Playa el chaparral implies the presence of any excursions or attractions near the beach. Of course in this area there are lots of places to go besides the beach. There are historical, entertainment and even gastronomic tours offered by local guides. More information is better to clarify directly on the spot.
Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Le petit francois• 1 min walk
- Coco's bar• 2 min walk
- Playa Puerto Plata• 2 min walk
- Ocean Breezes• 2 min walk
Attractions
- Tour información• 3 min walk
- ARV• 6 min walk
- Del Oro Chocolate Fa...• 21 min walk
- Puerto Plata Excursi...• 26 min walk
Transport
- POP• 8.7km
- Estacion Metro Bus S...• 4.4km
Localities
- Puerto Plata• 4.8km
- Santo Domingo• 161.5km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Playa el chaparral?
The Playa el chaparral is covered with soft and fine golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.
What are the key activities at Playa el chaparral?
For sunbathing and relaxing, Playa el chaparral has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The Playa el chaparral is also suitable for the following water activities:
- Kite and windsurfing
- Sup surfing (Sup touring)
Is the Playa el chaparral good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.
The waves in the Playa el chaparral are usually strong.
Is the Playa el chaparral good for families?
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.
Is the Playa el chaparral secluded and good for relaxing?
There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.
What are the key audiences of Playa el chaparral?
Playa el chaparral can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- Senior people
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Playa el chaparral?
The bar is located right on the Playa el chaparral.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Le petit francois is the closest place located 100 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Playa el chaparral?
There are 318 places to stay in the Playa el chaparral area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Playa el chaparral include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Playa el chaparral from parking?
The Playa el chaparral has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.
Are there any attractions nearby Playa el chaparral?
There are 4 attractions near Playa el chaparral that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Tour información located in 0.2 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Playa el chaparral?
The month with the highest temperature in Playa el chaparral is September. Its average value reaches 29°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 29°C. The coldest month is March with air temperature 26°C and water 26°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Playa el chaparral (Dominican Republic) is suitable for all lovers of sunbathing on the beach, because here there are basic facilities - sun loungers with umbrellas. And this fits perfectly into the concept of a comfortable holiday. There is only one possible problem, if for some reason you do not get a sunbed, then you will not have more opportunity to hide in the shade during the sunniest day time, since there is no natural shade on the beach. But can this be a stop for sunbathers? If you want to get to know more about the beach, we advise you to study the photos above.
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