Salto Socoa

The Salto Socoa waterfall, located in Los Haitises National Park, inside Bayaguana town, is a 40-minute drive from Santo Domingo and is one of the region's most beautiful natural settings. It is a cascade that finishes in a natural spa popular with visitors; yet, the beauty of the location is not only in its waterfall and ponds, but also in its setting: the untamed tropical jungle that surrounds it. This waterfall is regarded as one of the Dominican Republic's more environmentally rich places.

The Salto Socoa's splendor is beyond description, and this little waterfall surrounded by pristine environment will exceed your expectations. The terrain is littered with many little natural ponds, making it simple to pick your favorite area to rest while listening to the splashing water. There is even a campground where you may spend the night on a hillside, falling asleep to the sound of the waterfall. The Salto Socoa is on the roadway between Santo Domingo and Samaná. After passing the second toll station, look for a sign directing you to the next right exit. Follow the road for a few minutes until you reach the little parking lot.

Location: Los Haitises National Park, Dominican Republic