Photo of Cayo Levantado which awaits you at the end of your Punta Cana to Samaná transfer

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Transfers from Punta Cana to Samana: A definitive guide

How to Get from Punta Cana to Samaná with Cocotours

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Traveling from Punta Cana to Samaná is easy with Cocotours, a company with decades of experience in Dominican tourism. We have staff, vans and buses in Punta Cana, our main hub in the Dominican Republic. Cocotours offers convenient door-to-door service, ensuring we can transport you from virtually anywhere in Punta Cana to anywhere in Samaná, including airports, cruiseports, hotels, or Airbnb accommodations.

The transfer from Punta Cana to the Samaná peninsula on fast-moving modern highways takes about 4 to 5 hours, depending on your specific destination within Samaná (Las Galeras, Las Terrenas, or Samaná town). The first half of the drive hugs the Caribbean south coast before heading north through the lush interior of the country, passing rice fields, coconut plantations, plantain farms and pumpkin cultivation, then skirting the National Park Los Haitises before arriving at the north (Atlantic) coast.

Our transfer Options:

Shared transfer from Punta Cana to Samaná

Not available on this route.

Private transfer from Punta Cana to Samaná

Our private transfers get you out of the airport immediately, with no need to wait for other passengers. Enjoy the convenience of door-to-door service tailored to your schedule.

Luxury transfer from Punta Cana to Samaná

For those seeking extra comfort or attending special events, we offer luxury transfers in premium vehicles such as late-model Chevrolet Suburban, Cadillac Escalade, or Mercedes.


For those who'd like to break the journey half-way, we can offer:

Optional 2-hr walking tour of colonial Santo Domingo

This gives an opportunity to stretch your legs and take in some of the sights. To request a quotation, just fill out the inquiry form on this page.

Some of the most popular routes booked to Samaná are:

  • Punta Cana to Bahia Principe Grand Cayacoa
  • Punta Cana to Luxury Bahia Principe Samana
  • Punta Cana to Sublime Samana Hotel & Residences

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    Plan your trip to Samaná with Cocotours

    Our featured tour:

    Santo Domingo city tour from Samaná

    Embark on a private journey through time in Santo Domingo, the oldest city in the Americas! With your personal guide and driver, explore UNESCO World Heritage sites including the stunning Alcázar de Colón palace and the first cathedral in the New World. Descend into the mystical Three Eyes Caves with their crystal-clear lakes, stroll down the historic Calle las Damas, and marvel at the Columbus Lighthouse. Shop for unique amber treasures and local crafts in vibrant markets, and savor authentic Dominican cuisine for lunch. This VIP experience lets you discover Santo Domingo's rich colonial heritage at your own pace, with all entrance fees included.