Cap Cana holidays An upscale area of Punta Cana packed with things to see & do
Cap Cana sits on the east coast of the Dominican Republic and is where you will find the most holiday homes. It is blessed with some fantastic beaches such as Juanillo Beach, breathtaking waterfalls and tropical nearby islands to explore. The area is also home to a large marina and one of the best golf courses in the world, Punta Espada Golf Club.
There are plenty of cafes, bars and restaurants in the area including street food serving local dishes such as Tostones - fried plantain slices. For lively evening entertainment, head to the Sanctuary Town where you will find many bars, pubs and restaurants.
| Key facts | |
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| Beautiful beaches | ✔ |
| Diving & snorkeling | ✔ |
| Golf courses | ✔ |
| Horseback riding | ✔ |
| Restaurants 30+ | ✔ |
| Watersports - sailing, sea kayaking | ✔ |
| Distance from the airport | Punta Cana Airport (7.5 km) |
Featured Cap Cana villas & apartments to rent
Like most places in the Dominican Republic, the self catering holiday accommodation options in and around Cap Cana caters for all budgets and tastes. Experience the very best of Cap Cana by staying in a private beach front vacation rental. Many holiday homes are luxurious villas set within touching distance of the palm fringed beaches and often have a private swimming pool.
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Like many carribean islands, Dominican Republic is an all year round destination with a tropical climate. The average temperature is 81°F with the coolest month being January with an average temperature of 25°C (72°F) and the hottest being July where temperatures are often over 28°C. November is also the wettest month with an average of 129mm of rain.
Things to see & do in Cap Cana
Dominican Republic is a treasure trove when it comes to things to do and places to see. The inner part of the island is blessed with tropical rain forests, rivers and spectacular waterfalls and also some unique landscapes.
| A few suggestions... | |
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| Blue Lagoon Cenote and Waterfall | ✔ |
| Take a catamaran or speed boat to Saona Island | ✔ |
| Monkey Land Safari & ziplining | ✔ |
| Deep sea fishing | ✔ |
| Deep water diving | ✔ |
| Enjoy the wonderful nature of Scape Park | ✔ |
| Punta Espada Golf Club | ✔ |
| Cap Cana Marina | ✔ |
Our view on self catering holidays in Cap Cana
Cap Cana offers an unforgettable vacation and is the perfect destination for a self catering family holiday, an escape with friends, or a romantic escape. Its pristine white talcum powder sandy beaches entice you back time and again. Away from the beach, the evenings can be spent relaxing at your holiday villa or enjoying the local nightlife.
