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Getting to Samaná
Compare the main arrival routes and airport options.
PLAN YOUR TRIP
Your Samaná travel guide
Getting here, getting around, choosing the best season, and planning a trip that actually feels like a vacation.
Explore travel guideTHE SAMANÁ PENINSULA ✳
A GOOD PLACE TO START
A little planning goes a long way in Samaná. Places that look close on a map can take time to reach, and some of the most memorable experiences involve boat trips or winding roads. Here are the basics to help you decide when to visit, where to land, and how much to fit into each day.
SAMANÁ GUIDES
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View planned guideHow to Get to El Limón Waterfall From Las Terrenas
View planned guideSamaná Weather by Month: When Should You Visit?
View planned guideSamaná in January: Weather, Whales and Beaches
View planned guideSamaná in February: Whale Watching and Weather
View planned guideSamaná in March: Weather and Things to Do
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View planned guideSamaná in May: Is It a Good Time to Visit?
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View planned guideSamaná in July: Beaches, Weather and Activities
View planned guideSamaná in August: Weather and Rainfall
View planned guideSamaná in September: Rain and Hurricane Season
View planned guideSamaná in October: Weather and Things to Do
View planned guideSamaná in November: Weather and Travel Conditions
View planned guideSamaná in December: Weather and Holiday Travel
View planned guideWhen Is Whale Watching Season in Samaná?
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A FEW HELPFUL THINGS
A few useful starting points
No complicated checklists — just a few things worth knowing before you go.
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Arrival airports
Samaná El Catey International Airport (AZS) serves the peninsula; Santo Domingo is another arrival option for many travelers.
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Don’t overpack the itinerary
Allow time for travel between Las Terrenas, Las Galeras and Samaná Town.
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Plan around your main interest
If humpback whales are the reason for your trip, aim for the main January–March season.