Yaque del Norte River Rafting
Río Yaque del Norte
A rare taste of whitewater in the Caribbean. The Río Yaque del Norte cuts through a gorge with Class II–III rapids, and a half-day is enough to try it.
The Yaque del Norte is the longest river in the Dominican Republic. It rises in the Cordillera Central, and its stretch past Jarabacoa has several Class II–III rapids. It is the country's only commercial rafting site of any scale. Local outfitters run half-day trips that include a helmet, life jacket and guide. The raft trip covers about 10 km and takes 2–3 hours. Lunch is usually included, and the price is around US$50–60. You need basic swimming ability. The river water is cool, so bring a change of clothes.
Opening hours
Rafting tours mostly depart in the morning
Nearby sights
- La Confluencia Park
- Jamaca de Dios
- Salto de Baiguate
- Salto de Jimenoa
- Ébano Verde Scientific Reserve
- La Piedra Letreada
- Constanza Valley
- Salto de Aguas Blancas