Riu Republica
Excursions & Things to Do
Tours with hotel pickup, and the travel time to each one from Riu Republica
Riu Republica
Riu República is an adults-only, all-inclusive resort on Arena Gorda Beach with 1,007 rooms, opened as a US$140 million project. It is a stand-alone Riu, about 2 miles from the Riu Punta Cana complex. Every tour below picks you up at the hotel, so you can leave the transport to us. The travel times below are counted from Riu Republica.
Top Excursions From Riu Republica
Saona Island Day Trip from Riu Republica: Shared or Private
From Riu Republica, the departure port for Saona Island is about 1 h 45 min away. That makes it a full-day tour, and pickup is at your hotel.
Hoyo Azul & Scape Park Adventure Day from Riu Republica
Scape Park is in Cap Cana, about 40 minutes from Riu Republica. Keep that ride in mind, both ways, when you plan the rest of your day.
Dune Buggy Tour from Riu Republica: Drive Your Own Through the Countryside
Allow about 25 minutes to reach the buggy ranch from Riu Republica, on top of the tour time shown on the card.
ScubaDoo Underwater Scooter Tour from Riu Republica: No Diving Experience Needed
Getting from Riu Republica to the ScubaDoo port takes about 15 minutes. Count that ride on top of the time in the water.
Party Boat and Snorkeling Cruise from Riu Republica: Open Bar and Natural Pool
Boarding is at a port about 15 minutes from Riu Republica, so plan that ride in addition to the time on board.
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Around Riu Republica
The resort has three large pools with solarium terraces, the Renova Spa and a gym with steam bath and jacuzzi. Restaurants include Kaori for Asian food, Tagliatella for Italian and Quisqueya, a steakhouse. Windsurfing, kayaking and snorkelling are offered on the beach.
A Short Taxi Ride Away
Ask the front desk to arrange a taxi and agree on the return fare before you go.
Free Shopping Tour from Riu Republica
Looking for something relaxed between bigger tours? These shopping visits pick you up at Riu Republica and bring you back, and the round-trip transfer is free. You are never required to buy anything.
- Bella Mare: Best if you want jewelry: amber and larimar pieces, plus a clothing outlet.
- Worldmart: Best if you want a wide selection of souvenirs and local products to take home.
Bella Mare Shopping Tour
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Free amber and larimar jewelry shopping with complimentary coffee, rum, chocolate, and mamajuana tastings — plus a clothing ...
1.5 hours + transfer
1.5 hours + transfer
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Worldmart Shopping Tour
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Free souvenir shopping with complimentary coffee, rum, chocolate, and mamajuana tastings. Round-trip transportation included, no obligation to ...
1.5 hours + transfer
1.5 hours + transfer
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Riu Republica Excursions: Common Questions
Do I need diving experience for the ScubaDoo tour from Riu Republica?
No. ScubaDoo uses a personal underwater scooter, so you do not need to be a certified diver. The tour leaves from a port about 15 minutes from Riu Republica.
Is Scape Park close to Riu Republica?
Scape Park is about 40 minutes from Riu Republica. It is a full-day visit of around 7 hours.
Do the excursions pick me up at Riu Republica?
Yes. The tours listed here include hotel pickup and drop-off. Pickup times vary by tour and are shown on each tour page.
How do I get from the airport to Riu Republica?
The guide explains the ride time and the taxi fare, and compares both with a private transfer: How to get from Punta Cana Airport to Riu Republica
How long do the excursions from Riu Republica take?
The buggy and ScubaDoo tours last about 2.5 hours plus transfer, and the party boat about 3 hours.
Scape Park takes around 7 hours and Saona Island about 8.
From Riu Republica, the ride to the buggy ranch is about 25 minutes and to the party boat port about 15 minutes.
Can I book a private excursion from Riu Republica?
Yes. Private Saona Island and Private Catamaran tours are available, with private hotel pickup at Riu Republica. They are priced per group: up to 4 people for Saona and up to 10 for the catamaran.
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Airport Transfer to Riu Republica
Arriving at Punta Cana Airport?
Our guide explains how long the ride to Riu Republica takes and what a taxi costs. It also shows how a private transfer compares.
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