El Salto de La Jalda

A magical place where the waters sing while falling on the rocky cliff edges. This area is close to the Haitises National Park which is one of the most important protected areas in the Monte Plata province; a charming place for those interested in exuberant flora and fauna. The El Salto de La Jalda, at 120 meters, is considered the goliath of waterfalls in the Dominican Republic, if not the whole Caribbean! Surprisingly, there are few tourists there, and it is even unknown to many residents. The excursion will take around 4.5 hours to complete on foot or 2.5 hours on horseback. For those in a hurry, there is also the option of landing a helicopter just in front of the waterfall. Toplist advocates trekking, but if you're short on time and have always wanted to test out a helicopter, bring your swimming suit, clip your seatbelt, and have fun!

You will go from Santo Domingo or Punta Cana to Sabana de la Mar, where you will take another route to Magua. A sign will take you to Loma de Magua, which is part of the national park. We recommend hiring a local guide for an easier experience because the waterfall is secluded and the trekking track might be difficult to follow at times.

Location: El Seybo, Dominican Republic