Beach Bliss and Beyond: Top Attractions in Punta Cana With WestJet Vacations

Image: Find yourself relaxing in Punta Cana with WestJet Vacations. (Photo Credit: WestJet Vacations)
Image: Find yourself relaxing in Punta Cana with WestJet Vacations. (Photo Credit: WestJet Vacations)

Last updated:: 8:00 PM ET, Fri February 7, 2025

WestJet Vacations offers flights to Punta Cana from destinations across Canada, connecting travelers to one of the Dominican Republic's premier beach destinations. 

The region's crown jewel is Bavaro Beach, renowned for its pristine white sand and crystal-clear turquoise waters. The calm shallows make it ideal for families, while excellent snorkeling and diving conditions attract water sports enthusiasts.

Golf enthusiasts will find world-class courses designed by legendary architects including Pete Dye, Jack Nicklaus and Tom Fazio. Several WestJet Vacations partner resorts offer exclusive golf packages. 

Guests at Barceló Bávaro Beach and Barceló Bávaro Palace can enjoy complimentary green fees at The Lakes Barcelo Golf Course through December 22, 2025. Similarly, Majestic Resorts—including Majestic Mirage, Majestic Elegance and Majestic Colonial Punta Cana—offer free green fees with minimum five-night stays through December 23, 2025. 

Ziplining in the Dominican Republic

Ziplining in the Dominican Republic (Photo Credit: WestJet Vacations)

Beyond Punta Cana's shores, the Dominican Republic offers diverse adventures. The country boasts some of the Caribbean's longest ziplines, with S'cape Park featuring the longest in the Punta Cana area. Anamuya Mountain's zipline adventure includes 12 lines across 18 platforms, while Punta Cana's two-kilometer lines reach thrilling speeds of 70 km/h.

Snorkeling enthusiasts can explore vibrant marine life at Saona Island, Catalina Island, Bayahibe and La Caleta Underwater National Park. These locations showcase colorful coral reefs teeming with tropical fish, parrotfish and sea turtles. 

ATV riding in the Dominican Republic

ATV riding in the Dominican Republic (Photo Credit: WestJet Vacations)

For those seeking land-based adventure, ATV tours traverse the country's diverse terrain. Popular excursions take riders across beaches, rivers and jungle landscapes, with Macao Beach being a particularly popular destination for off-road exploration.

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Jen Mallia is an Edmonton-based writer, editor, and Oxford comma apologist. She is a former senior editor of the CAA/AMA Insider magazines and has written for a host of publications, including The Globe and Mail. National Post, The Guardian, Today's Parent, and InStyle. 

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