Amber Cove & Taino Bay

Amber Cove & Taino Bay shore excursions, planned around your port day.

Tell us your ship, terminal and available time. We will help coordinate pickup and recommend the right Puerto Plata experience.

Puerto Plata cruise ports

Amber Cove and Taino Bay shore excursions.

Two cruise ports, one local team. We plan every excursion around your ship’s arrival and all-aboard time.

Cruise ship docked at Amber Cove cruise port in Puerto Plata with the Amber Cove sign
Maimón Bay, about 20 minutes west of downtown Puerto Plata

Amber Cove Cruise Port

Amber Cove is the cruise terminal on Maimón Bay, west of Puerto Plata city. Most shore excursions start with a short drive, so good timing matters: we plan the pickup at the terminal exit and the full route around your ship’s arrival and all-aboard time.

  • Pickup at the Amber Cove terminal exit
  • Routes planned around your all-aboard time
  • City, mountain, waterfall and beach experiences
  • Private service for couples, families and groups
Cruise ship arriving at Taino Bay port in downtown Puerto Plata with Mount Isabel de Torres behind
In the historic harbor of downtown Puerto Plata

Taino Bay Cruise Port

Taino Bay is the cruise port inside Puerto Plata’s historic harbor, next to the city center, the Malecón and San Felipe Fortress. That short distance leaves more of your port day for exploring — from Umbrella Street and Independence Park to the Isabel de Torres cable car.

  • Pickup at the Taino Bay terminal
  • Minutes from the historic center
  • Ideal for city, culture and cable car tours
  • Return planned around your ship schedule
Cruise-friendly coordination

More Puerto Plata, less uncertainty.

Our local team focuses on clear pickup communication for guests arriving through Amber Cove and Taino Bay. Tour availability and the exact return plan are confirmed directly before the experience.

Popular choices for a port day

  • Puerto Plata Panoramic Tour
  • Walking Tour of Puerto Plata
  • City Tour + Isabel de Torres
  • ATV Off-Road & Beach
  • Damajagua Waterfalls & Artisans
Cruise guest questions

Shore excursion FAQ.

What cruise passengers ask us most before their port day in Puerto Plata.

Where do you pick up cruise passengers in Puerto Plata?

We pick up at the terminal exit of Amber Cove and of Taino Bay. The exact meeting point is confirmed with you before the day of your cruise.

Will we be back at the ship on time?

Every excursion is planned around your ship’s all-aboard time, and the return plan is confirmed with you before you book. Share your exact port schedule when you request the tour.

Can we book a private excursion just for our group?

Yes. Our shore excursions are organized for your group, whether you are a couple, a family or a larger party.

What is the difference between Amber Cove and Taino Bay?

Amber Cove is on Maimón Bay, about 20 minutes west of downtown Puerto Plata. Taino Bay is inside the historic harbor, next to the city center and the Malecón.

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