day trip las terrenas/las galeras

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sorry to be a pain..i have more questions for you helpful souls

I would like to know how easy it is to get from las terrenas to las galeras and back in a day.

I would like to go to playa rincon as i hear it is amazing but i would rather base myself in las terrenas as it seems there is more to do.

Is this wise or should i really factor some time in las galeras to make the most of the area?

thanks again

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I think the day trip is a great way to go.
I can't remember the exact times, but would say approx. 1 1/2 hours between the two, and the ride is most enjoyable.
Are you driving yourself, or using transport?
If it's public transport, it will take you a bit longer, of course.
 
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Taxi -- LG to LT was 2000 RDP (~$60 USD) last Feb, one-way. Not bad if shared with another couple perhaps. I'm betting you could make a deal for a taxi all day and both ways. But a regular car-type taxi might not want to take the track to Playa Rincon. Unless it's been improved (LOL) it needs a 4WD "jeep" type or four-wheeler ATV. Alternatively a boat from Las Galeras to Playa Rincon (600 RDP per person last Feb). You might be better off renting a suitable vehicle in Las Terrenas.

Note that there are two ends to Playa Rincon. The main (West-end) beach is more "local" -- the restaurants are tents. The East-end (rincon de rincon) a bit quieter and better tended. The boat from LG (if you take it) will probably be to the East-end.
 
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its all going to be public transport..im afraid..cant be bothered with hassle of renting a car...

so i presume it will take a good 2 hrs going by gua gua/pick up and a change at sanchez/samana?..will be a long day if we are going to catch a boat as well..might leave us 30 mins on the beach :)

will have to have a think about this one

thanks for the help
 
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2 hours sounds about right.
Bear in mind, you will not be traveling to Sanchez for the Las Galeras trip.
There is a much shorter route on a beautifully paved new highway, that goes directly to the town of Samana, via El Portillo and passing by El Limon.
 
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Rent an AWD jeepeta, and explore the entire peninsula. It's a natural wonder!
 
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If you're using public transport, you might have difficulty getting to the Rincon beach. I have only ever seen cars, horse's and quad's there.Your best bet maybe to take a boat from Las Galeras (20 min trip). If you can, go on horse back passing Playa Colorado on the way. Simply stunning.
 
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You can easily get a Moto Concho to Playa Rincon Beach. They are waiting at the road.
 
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I would recommend renting a car or plan to stay in Las Galeras for a night. I drove to Playa Rincon with a subcompact last Jan. and it's doable just have to drive painfully slow and maybe some weather conditions would prevent this. I don't know your plans or itinerary and some more experienced people might recommend differently but I find renting a car allows you to get off the beaten track and more flexibility in what you can do and where you can stay. Having said this there is little need for a car in Las Terrenas.
 
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Rent a car in Las Terrenas

yazzman13 said:
sorry to be a pain..i have more questions for you helpful souls

I would like to know how easy it is to get from las terrenas to las galeras and back in a day.

I would like to go to playa rincon as i hear it is amazing but i would rather base myself in las terrenas as it seems there is more to do.

Is this wise or should i really factor some time in las galeras to make the most of the area?

thanks again

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Most of the people here sugest to rent a car for more flexibility and you could enjoy more the scenery of the land, if price is a factor try to get other couple to share the expense.
You could rent a Tracker or a Terio for about $60 to $65/day from one of the many rent a car places in Las Terrenas, and could fit 4 people easy on one of these jeepetas.
Explore and enjoy Samana Peninsula.
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More fun to rent a car

WebDev said:
Most of the people here sugest to rent a car for more flexibility and you could enjoy more the scenery of the land, if price is a factor try to get other couple to share the expense.
You could rent a Tracker or a Terio for about $60 to $65/day from one of the many rent a car places in Las Terrenas, and could fit 4 people easy on one of these jeepetas.
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Four of us did this a couple of years ago with a Tracker and it was great. Driving was easy but bumpy here and there. No problems, a lot of fun and we had a great lunch on the beach. Leave LT as early as you can and you'll have a little time to discover Las Galeras before heading to Rincon.
 
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There are no set times. The boat owners are hanging around on the beach waiting for potential passengers at all times. I'd advise trying to set out early, before mid-morning, to make the most of the day on Rincon and to avoid the really strong sun when you're on the boat.
 
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