Scape Park at Cap Cana

The Basics

With a variety of available tours, you can focus on just one way of exploring Scape Park, or pack your day with different activities. Go ziplining over the treetops, horseback riding along the beach, or off-roading in an adventure buggy. Scuba diving and snorkeling tours allow you to discover the Caribbean island’s underwater flora and fauna, while catamaran and yacht tours showcase the landscape above sea level, including the scenic Juanillo coastline. Swim in the otherworldly turquoise water of the Hoyo Azul cenote (an underground limestone sinkhole), or opt for kayaking, windsurfing, paddleboarding, fishing, or sailing. Try a cave expedition or lagoon tour for extra adventure. Many combination tours from Punta Cana pair adventurous activities with cultural tours or ecotours, most with transportation included.

Things to Know Before You Go

• Both adults and kids will find activities to enjoy at Scape Park, making this day trip a crowd-pleaser for families.

• Wear clothes you won’t mind sweating in; most tours here involve some level of activity.

• The hot, humid jungle climate makes sunscreen and bug spray necessities.

• Buying tickets ahead of time minimizes the chance you’ll have to wait in line at this popular attraction.

• Scape Park’s rugged terrain makes it unsuitable for wheelchair users or strollers.

How to Get There

Centrally located just seven miles from the Punta Cana airport, Scape Park is located below Farallon Cliff in Cap Cana. If you’re staying at one of the many resorts in Punta Cana, Bavaro, or Bayahibe, you can arrange for a complimentary tour bus to pick you up from your resort.

When to Get There

Scape Park is open daily from 8am to 6pm. The busiest times to visit the Dominican Republic are from mid-February to mid-June, when many visitors from the northern United States book trips to escape freezing temperatures. The rainy hurricane season lasts from June to November.

Hoyo Azul

One of the most popular attractions in Scape Park is the Hoyo Azul. Meaning “blue hole,” Hoyo Azul is a sinkhole resulting from the collapse of limestone bedrock that exposed groundwater underneath. The Hoyo Azul eco tour involves a descent into the cave where you can walk on boardwalks above the water. Guided commentary talks about the formation of the water feature, plus the flora and fauna that flourish there.

Ways to explore

With a wide variety of attractions to try, Scape Park at Cap Cana is ideal for a full-day experience, whether you’re staying at Cap Cana or visiting from Punta Cana. You can book tickets online; full admission tickets offer access to most of Scape Park’s activities, plus hotel pickup if you’re staying in the area. For an additional fee, you can bundle your ticket with a buggy ride or catamaran cruise with a snorkeling experience, or even book a full-day VIP experience.

Accessibility

The park is generally wheelchair accessible, though parts of it feature rough, natural terrain and some rides and experiences are unsuitable for those with disabilities.

Age limits

Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.

What to pack

Camera, sun hat, sunscreen

What to wear

Swimsuit, comfortable footwear, sunglasses

Not allowed

Selfie sticks, drones, outside food and drinks

Amenities

Café, gift shop, restrooms, changing rooms and locker facilities

Address 

The best way to get to Scape Park at Cap Cana is by driving yourself, taking a taxi, or riding in a prearranged shuttle organized through your hotel or a tour company. There’s no public transportation available.

Driving

If you’re coming from Punta Cana International Airport, head west on Boulevard Zona Hotelera toward Cap Cana. From there, take the exit toward Cap Cana Resort and follow signs for Scape Park at Cap Cana.

Public transportation

There are no public buses or trains that run to the park directly, so you are best off booking a private or shared shuttle, taxi, or driving yourself instead.

Best times to visit

Consider visiting the park in the morning when it opens to avoid crowds, lines, and the midday heat.

Best days to visit

Sundays tend to be the least busy days of the week for visiting Scape Park at Cap Cana.

Best months to visit

December to April denotes the dry season in the Dominican Republic, which is the best time to visit the island for pleasant weather and a lower chance of rain.

Special events

Plan your visit to Scape Park at Cap Cana to align with one of the Dominican Republic’s major cultural events, like Carnival in February or the Merengue Festival in July.