Cabarete and Kite Beach from the Amber Cove & Puerto Plata cruise port
BeachFull day; likely too far for a short call
Wind- and kitesurfing capital of the north coast, with World Cup events held in the bay.
Getting there from the ship
From
Amber Cove Cruise Center
Amber Cove & Puerto Plata has 2 cruise piers; your line confirms which one the evening before. Pier guide.
Travel time
Ask at the taxi stand
Allow about 20 minutes to get off the ship first. Amber Cove & Puerto Plata taxi fares.
Time to allow
Full day; likely too far for a short call
Will you be back for all aboard?
Plan on Full day; likely too far for a short call, and check the travel time with a taxi dispatcher at the pier before you commit on a 8:00 am–4:30 pm call.
Tip
Too far for most calls on your own; consider it only on a long call with a private driver.
Amber Cove & Puerto Plata cruise port: Cabarete and Kite Beach FAQ
How much time do you need at Cabarete and Kite Beach?
Allow full day; likely too far for a short call. Plan on Full day; likely too far for a short call, and check the travel time with a taxi dispatcher at the pier before you commit on a 8:00 am–4:30 pm call.
Can you visit Cabarete and Kite Beach on your own from a cruise ship?
It is easier with a tour or a pre-booked driver, because transport there and back is not simple to arrange on the day. Too far for most calls on your own; consider it only on a long call with a private driver.
More things to do near Cabarete and Kite Beach
- Sosua Beach · Beach · 30-60 minutes by taxi from the pier · 12 km from Cabarete and Kite Beach
- Playa Dorada · Beach · 20 minutes by taxi (30 from Amber Cove) from the pier · 25 km from Cabarete and Kite Beach
- Rum, cigar and chocolate tour · Food & drink · 20-30 minutes by taxi from the pier · 28 km from Cabarete and Kite Beach
- Puerto Plata historic centre · Town & walking · a 10-15 minute walk from the pier · 30 km from Cabarete and Kite Beach