We Love —
- Immersing ourselves in the laidback Caribbean culture during a blissful stay at the Lopesan Costa Bávaro Resort, Spa & Casino 5*.
- Indulging in relaxation at the spa or selecting from seven freshwater pools.
- Delicious Teppanyaki show cooking at Inari Restaurant, followed by exotic cocktails at one of the hotel's chic bars.
Customer reviews —
Lopesan Costa Bávaro Resort, Spa & Casino 5* —
Lopesan Costa Bávaro Resort, Spa & Casino 5* is a huge five-star complex set along a white sandy beach in the Dominican Republic. With a selection of seven pools, ten restaurants, thirteen bars and tropical gardens, this hotel is as indulgent as it is expansive. Leisure, rest and fun go hand in hand with plenty of daily activities to choose from.
Your room —
This offer is based on an Adults Only Junior Pool View Suite.
Adults Only Junior Pool View Suite (43 m²)
Maximum room capacity
Your dining choices
This offer is based on an all inclusive stay (breakfast, lunch and your evening meal served in the main buffet restaurant with a selection of snacks and drinks). Please see the details section for further information about your board basis conditions.
Feast on the finest cuts of meat at The Grill, a steakhouse restaurant, or dine in the Gondola restaurant for Italian food as comforting as the cosy interior. Head to the Inari restaurant for tantalising tastes of Asia along with live cooking shows. The list doesn't end there, with more fabulous dining opportunities and flavours from all over the world.
Your time
Start your day by heading to one of the resort's 7 swimming pools where you can take part in various sports activities. For something a little more relaxing, be sure to visit the indulgent spa, complete with a beauty centre to help you glow inside and out. Finally, don't miss out on The Boulevard, a leisure area filled with shops, a nightclub, a bowling alley, an amusement arcade and an array of entertainment choices.
Optional excursions —
Eco-Caribbean safari
For a real taste of Caribbean culture, enjoy this full-day bus tour through the heart of the Dominican countryside. You'll visit villages and markets while learning about local products and the island's history.
Detailed itinerary:
- 7am-8am: leaving the hotel zone
- Information on the history of the Dominican Republic and the East Zone
- Visit to the fishing village of La Ceiba and the Macao road, stop at the ranch and horse ride
- Panoramic visit to the school and information on education and the Dominican school system, followed by a visit to a coconut oil factory
- Visit to the village of La Otra Banda and a cigar factory
- Visit to Higuey cathedral
- Visit to the Higuey market
- Arrival at the ranch, with lunch and a visit to the coffee and cocoa plantations
- Stop at Lavacama beach for a 45-minute swim
- 4pm - 5pm: Return to hotels
Practical information:
Type of excursion: Bus excursion
Guided: yes
Languages and availability :
- French: Monday, Wednesday, Friday
- English: Saturday
- Spanish: Saturday
- German: Tuesday and Thursday
Accessible to people with reduced mobility: no
Accessible to pregnant women: yes
Recommended minimum age: 2 years. Minors are the responsibility of the adults accompanying them.
Duration: 8 hours
Timetable: 7am - 4pm
Group size: 12 to 80 people
Transfers included: yes
Pick-up and drop-off point: reception at your hotel
The price includes:
- National guide in chosen language
- Visit to the coconut oil factory
- Visit to the ranch with coffee and cocoa tasting
- National drinks: rum, soft drinks, mamjuana and water
- Entrance to Higuey Cathedral
- Lunch: 2 types of rice, red beans, 2 types of meat, mixed salads and pasta, aubergine and tropical fruit. Coffee, milk, national drinks during the meal (rum, soft drinks, mamjuana, natural juice and water)
- Transfers between your hotel and the meeting point.
The price does not include:
- Meals and drinks not mentioned in the "Price includes" section
- Any tips, personal expenses and other extras
- Anything not included in the price
Excursion to The 3 Treasures of Miches
Miches is a jewel on the east coast, known for its contrast between mountains and beaches. Join an unforgettable excursion that combines a quad bike ride, a hike on Redonda Mountain and Esmeralda Beach.
Practical information:
Type of excursion: Bus excursion
Guided: yes
Languages and availability :
- French: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
- English, Spanish, Italian and German: Tuesday, Thursday
Accessible to people with reduced mobility: no
Accessible to pregnant women: no
Recommended minimum age: 8 years. Minors are the responsibility of the adults accompanying them.
Duration: 8 hours
Timetable: 8am - 4pm
Group size: 15 to 40 people
Transfers included: yes
Pick-up and drop-off point: reception at your hotel
The price includes:
- National guide in chosen language
- Return transfers by air-conditioned bus
- Quad biking on a double basis
- Safari truck
- Drinks: soft drinks, coconut with natural coconut water
- Buffet lunch including: 2 types of rice, chicken, fish in coconut sauce, salad, jacket potato, fruit salad, bread, cola, sprite, water and coffee
- Redonda mountain: entrance, ascent and descent
- Esmeralda Beach
Price does not include:
- Tyrolean traverse: US$ 15 per person
- Single quad supplement: US$30
- Meals and drinks not mentioned in the "Price includes" section
- Any tips, personal expenses and other extras
- Anything not included in the price
City tour of Santo Domingo
Explore Santo Domingo, the largest city in the Caribbean and the first capital of the Americas, and visit the Colonial Zone with its pedestrian streets and historic monuments.
Practical information:
Tour type: Bus tour and walking tour
Guided: yes
Languages and availability:
- French: Tuesday, Friday
- German: Tuesday, Friday
Accessible to people with reduced mobility: no
Accessible to pregnant women: yes
Recommended minimum age: 1 year. Minors are the responsibility of the adults accompanying them.
Duration: 10 hours
Schedule: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Group size: 12 to 80 people
Transfers included: yes
Pick-up and drop-off point: hotel reception
Price includes:
- National guide in chosen language
- Round-trip transfers by air-conditioned bus
- Buffet lunch including: 2 types of rice, green salad, baked chicken, plantain lasagne, pasta with tomato sauce, julienne vegetables, grouper in Creole sauce, pan frais, sancocho, pudin de maiz. Coffee
- National drinks during lunch: soda, fruit punch and water
- Entrance to Santo Domingo Cathedral, Alcazar Columbus, el Panteon, los 3 ojos caves
- Visit to: calle las Damas (America's first street) and El Conde (pedestrian street)
Price does not include:
- Meals and drinks not mentioned in "Price includes".
- Gratuities, personal expenses and other extras
- Anything not mentioned in "Price includes".
Los Haitises National Park tour
Set off for a day to the Anamuya mountains, Samana Bay, Los Haitises National Park, natural mangroves and the summit of Montana Redonda, enjoy a delicious lunch by the beach.
Practical information:
Tour type: Bus and boat tour
Guided: yes
Languages and availability: French and German on Tuesdays and Thursdays
Accessible to people with reduced mobility: no
Accessible to pregnant women: no
Recommended minimum age: 2 years. Minors are the responsibility of the adults accompanying them.
Duration: 10 hours
Schedule: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Group size: 18 to 40 people
Transfers included: yes
Pick-up and drop-off point: hotel reception
Price includes:
- National guide in chosen language
- Return transfers by air-conditioned bus
- Breakfast box on the bus: ham/cheese sandwich and water
- Lunch including: rice, chicken, salad, fish of the day, national drinks (rum, soft drinks, water)
- Boat transport
Price does not include:
- Meals and drinks not mentioned in the "Price includes" section
- Gratuities, personal expenses and other extras
- Anything not mentioned in "Price includes".
Your journey to the Dominican Republic —
Flights:
You will be able to choose your airline and flight times when you make your booking. This flight may include one or more stopovers. The stopover may be technical (without a change of aircraft) or transit (with a change of aircraft).
Luggage information
Baggage, meals and other services on board certain flights may be subject to a charge. You will find out whether your airfare includes baggage when you choose your airline and timetable. If your fare does not include baggage, please go to the airline's website before your departure with your travel file reference to find out the exact fare and purchase your extra baggage. If you choose a low-cost airline, you will be able to add your baggage during the booking process. For domestic flights, airlines do not always offer the option of reserving baggage, so you will have to pay for it at the airport counter. You will receive all the information you need to check in for your flights after you have made your reservation.
Playa Bavaro —
Do photos of beaches in the turquoise waters of the Caribbean make you dream on social media? Fly to the Dominican Republic and make your dream come true. This little paradise on earth opens its doors to you for a holiday in the heart of a unique tropical environment. A variety of natural landscapes await you: between hundreds of kilometres of fine sandy beaches, dense forests, waterfalls and small fishing villages. Relaxation, cultural discoveries and Dominican joie de vivre will emphasise your trip under the coconut palms. Whether you are travelling with your partner, family or friends, the Dominican Republic is THE place for your next holiday. Enjoy the sun and postcard panorama all year round!