
What you see is what you pay
No intermediaries
Safe and hassle-free
Tolls and tips included
Mercedes and Toyota
in Punta Cana
Travel time
From PUJ Airport
Starting price
Your private transfer from Punta Cana Airport (PUJ) to Cayo Levantado is a fast and comfortable journey.
Traveling from the east coast to Cayo Levantado is a journey of approximately 200 miles.
The journey typically takes 5 hours under normal traffic conditions.
To reach the Samaná Peninsula efficiently, our drivers utilize the country’s most modern highway network:
1. Autopista del Coral (Highway 3):
Entrance: Your trip begins at Punta Cana Airport, heading west on this smooth, four-lane expressway.
2. Circunvalación Santo Domingo (Highway 100):
The Bypass: We avoid the heavy traffic of the capital by using the modern beltway. We exit Hwy 3 and transition seamlessly toward the northern corridor.
3. Autopista Juan Pablo II (Highway 7):
Entrance: After the bypass, we enter the “Samaná Highway.” This is a scenic toll road that cuts through the lush Los Haitises region.
4. Boulevard Turístico del Atlántico:
Final Segment: Once on the peninsula, this road leads us to the Samaná Port (Simón Bolívar), where your boat transfer to the island awaits.
The Journey to the Island of Dreams: From Punta Cana to Cayo Levantado
Your destination is a secluded jewel in the middle of Samaná Bay, but the magic starts long before you board the ferry. The transfer from Punta Cana Airport (PUJ) to the Cayo Levantado boarding point is a stunning 3-hour odyssey that takes you across the most diverse landscapes in the Caribbean.
With Canacar.com, you can sit back in air-conditioned comfort and watch the heart of the Dominican Republic unfold through your window:
1. The Eastern Savannas and Cattle Ranchlands
As we leave the airport and head north, the manicured resort lawns disappear. You’ll enter the vast, rolling plains of El Seibo. This is the Dominican “Wild West,” where you’ll see white cattle grazing under massive, umbrella-like trees against a backdrop of distant, blue-tinted mountains. The sense of space and freedom here is the perfect palate cleanser after a long flight.
2. The Emerald Ascend: The Oriental Mountain Range
The scenery takes a dramatic turn as we climb the Cordillera Oriental. The road begins to wind through lush, tropical highlands. You’ll see deep valleys filled with cacao and coffee plantations. Keep your eyes peeled for the “Casitas de Colores”—vibrant, traditional wooden houses painted in bright Caribbean yellows and turquoises, often surrounded by blooming hibiscus and bougainvillea.
3. The Majesty of Samaná Bay
As we descend toward the coast, the Atlantic Ocean meets the Samaná Bay. This is one of the most beautiful sights in the country. The water shifts from a bright turquoise to a deep, royal blue. You’ll drive along the coastline, passing through the town of Miches, where you can see the unique limestone formations of Los Haitises National Park rising like green islands from the mist in the distance.
4. The Coconut Forests of the North
Approaching the peninsula, the landscape becomes a dense, prehistoric forest of millions of coconut palms. The sheer verticality of the mountains meeting the sea creates a dramatic, “Jurassic” feel. Finally, as we reach the port, you’ll catch your first glimpse of the “Bacardi Island” itself—Cayo Levantado—a white-sand speck floating in the crystal-clear bay, waiting just for you.
No payment until arrival. Free cancellation. 20+ years in Punta Cana.
Book my transfer nowAll our vehicles are 2024-2025 models, fully inspected and equipped for long-distance journeys.

Hyundai Staria – 2024-2025

Toyota Hiace – 2024-2025

Mercedes-Benz Sprinter – 2024-2025



We drop you off directly at your hotel’s entrance – no intermediate stops.

5★ All inclusive luxury resort

5★ luxury resort

5★ luxury resort

5★ luxury resort
Fixed price, your name on a tablet as soon as you exit customs, and a direct route to Cayo Levantado. No negotiations, no waiting, no charges you didn’t see coming.
✓ Fixed price from the start 0 minutes waiting Direct route to Cayo Levantado| Feature | CanaCar private | Airport taxi | Shared shuttle |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waiting time | 0 min | 15-20 min | 45-60 min |
| Price | Fixed & prepaid | Negotiable | Per person |
| Child seats | On request | Rarely | Not available |
| Route | Direct | Direct | Multiple stops |
| Flight tracking | Included | No | No |
The moment you land, your transfer is already underway. Follow these steps depending on your arrival terminal.
Exit through the glass doors and look for the “Pre-booked / Tour Operators” area. Your driver will be waiting with a digital tablet displaying your name.
Exit customs and follow the signs towards Transport / Taxi. Our uniformed driver will be near the café area, away from the taxi queues.
Thousands of customers have trusted CanaCar to reach their destination.
32 Reviews
Everything you need to know before booking your transfer from Punta Cana Airport.
Our team is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We'll answer all your questions before you even land.
WhatsAppGuides, tips and everything you need to know to make the most of your stay in Cayo Levantado.
When visiting the restaurants in San Felipe de Puerto Plata, you’ll have […]
Are you planning a trip from Punta Cana to Sosua and wondering […]
From their sizzling, wood-fired pizzas and sumptuous, slow-cooked ribs to their vibrant, […]
Planning a journey from Punta Cana to Cotui offers a diverse range […]
No payment until arrival. Free cancellation. 20+ years in Punta Cana.
Book my transfer now