Bayahibe Holidays

Idyllic Caribbean setting close to stunning Isla Catalina
A holiday in Bayahibe offers the perfect blend of beach relaxation and exhilarating activities you'll never get the chance to do elsewhere. Bayahibe is a lovely coastal resort on the south east coast of the Dominican Republic. There is the original village of Bayahibe, and stretching along the white sand, palm-fringed beach of Bayahibe are a string of attractive resort hotels, catering for the ultimate family or romantic holiday in the Caribbean sun. All-inclusive holidays in Bayahibe will take care of your dining and evening entertainment needs, but equally a holiday in Bayahibe is different because it benefits from the off-shore proximity of Isla Catalina, a snorkelling paradise, and Isla Saona a Caribbean haven in miniature. Bayahibe is just 24 km (15 miles) from La Romana International Airport (LRM).  

An excellent base for snorkelling, sightseeing and shopping
A Bayahibe holiday would not be complete without a boat trip to Isla Catalina, just 20 minutes away by boat. Organised trips by speed boat or catamaran can include stop-offs for swimming, and plenty of opportunities to explore the rich marine life of the waters surrounding the Dominican Republic. Isla Saona is a little further to travel from Bayahibe, but well worth the trip when you arrive on the gleaming white sand shores of this tropical paradise. You may even spot bottlenose dolphins along the way. Round off your holiday with shopping for local craft products, rum and cigars at La Romana, the region's main town, which is a 30 minute drive from Bayahibe. Here you can also visit the archaeological museum, eat at good local restaurants, and explore cobbled streets which are home to a colony of artists. Nearby is a cliff-top village known as Altos de Chavon, which appears medieval but is in fact the recreation of an Italian village, designed and built in 1978 by Roberto Coppa, an Italian movie set designer.

Explore the unique landscapes of the Dominican Republic
Bayahibe is a great holiday spot because it sits at the entrance to the Parque Nacional del Este, a unique park of limestone terraces formed a million years ago, and featuring saltwater lagoons and mangrove swamps at its southeastern tip. Caves here contain pre-Columbian markings and rock carvings, believed to be of the work of the Tainos, the earliest known inhabitants of the Dominican Republic. So whether you fancy a jeep safari or scuba diving to view the incredible coral reefs around Catalina Island, a holiday in Bayahibe could be for you.

Weather in Bayahibe

The resort sees little variation in temperatures during the year, with the humidity and rainfall being major factors in determining when to travel. Temperatures during the winter range from 29C - 31C, with January being the coolest month in Bayahibe. The days see at least 7 - 8 hours of sunshine. Evening and night time temperatures remain around 19C - 21C from November to April. The days are dry during the winter, and the average rainfall is 47mm each month, with March being the driest month in Bayahibe, seeing only 36mm of rainfall. A major water sports centre, the warm clear seas around Bayahibe see very warm temperatures of 27C - 28C from November to January, dropping slightly in March and April.

All-Inclusive Holidays in Bayahibe

Bayahibe has an excellent selection of all-inclusive resorts which offer a wide range of leisure activities, including horse riding, kayaking and scuba diving. All resorts will have spacious, airy and bright rooms with a balcony and basic facilities. Bayahibe resorts will have a beautiful pool area and a selection of resorts will include spa, sauna and steam room perfect for feeling relaxed and revitalized. All-inclusive restaurants will serve a wide selection of fresh tasty international cuisine and there will be bar areas where you can enjoy the fun filled evening entertainment. If you’re looking to indulge then be sure to check out our luxurious 4 and 5 star packages, which include romantic rooms with sea views perfect for drinking champagne and watching the magical sunset and the opportunity to pamper yourself with a spa treatment at one of the calming wellness centres.