Las galeras

This remote fishing village sitting on the northeastern tip of the Samaná Peninsula is also home to a handful of the DR’s most beautiful beaches, including the world-ranked Playa Rincón. Daytime crowds flock here to hop on a boat excursion to Playa Rincón, Playa Madama, and Playa Frontón–white sand stretches lining a striking, rocky Atlantic coastline, and offering a world of snorkeling and diving. But there’s plenty more to do for nature lovers, including hiking, fishing, snorkeling, throwing dominoes at the local bar, or relaxing with lunch at La Playita beach.