SGT Cabarete, the Dominican Republic’s newest beachfront multi-sport destination, sits on a quiet stretch of the Amber Coast at the point of Cabarete Bay. We picked this spot to be able to provide a destination with the best ocean activities combined with a fun and educational cultural experience, and the chance to hang out for a week or two with a famous artist, photographer, musician or pro athlete. Some of the world’s best wind conditions, with steady side-onshore winds especially in the afternoon, make it ideal for kiteboarders. And while the Dominican Republic lies under the radar of the larger Caribbean surf scene, it shares the same swell as Puerto Rico but without the crowds. Countless point and beach breaks sit hidden from the popular Encuentro beach crowds and a super-friendly local surf scene offers glassy morning sessions before the trade winds pick up. Flat water spots and amazing warm water make it great for the SUP crowd as well. The Dominican Republic is the ideal place to escape winter, and is one of the most accessible and reliable spots in the Caribbean.
After an early-morning flight, you’ll be walking out the front door of Porta del Mare and into the 84 degree water by early afternoon, ensuring you get the maximum number of sessions during your stay. Having the help of SGT and our local guides, you’ll be sure to find uncrowded waves, water and wind up and down the Amber Coast. With the help of SGT surf guide Jesmarin Puente, Director of the Dominican Surfing Federation, find the best surf and welcoming vibes from the locals. From the four breaks you can see from the cliff at La Preciosa to the river mouth of La Boca, SGT makes hassle-free sessions in the DR a reality. SGT is also one of the only operations offering intermediate and advanced kiteboarding lessons, having professional kiter Cameron Dietrich on staff to help you progress to a new level in your riding. Options exist as well for beginner surf and kite lessons along with excursions to go stand-up paddleboarding, wakeboarding, kayaking, off-road motorbiking, horseback riding, yoga and spin classes, and even a session at the spa.
SGT Cabarete provides guests with a private poolside & beachfront luxury accommodations. Custom options exist for individuals to large and corporate groups, with options for long weekends to month-long excursions. If you bring your guitar, you can even make your Dominican debut with the SGT crew in one of their weekly local shows in town.
Sessions with the legends during the day, chill at night with an amazing crew -- Join SGT and get ready to experience one of the Caribbean’s best-kept secrets. SGT Cabarete -- your active vacation destination for couples, groups, families, and friends.
SGT Cabarete, DR in a larger map
Header photo: Daniel Stockdale
Call 1.800-851-4660 for more info and to register
SGT Cabarete provides the most authentic Dominican Republic multi-sport and cultural experience available. SGT’s beachfront accommodations at the newly-constructed Porta Del Mare are located just outside town along Kite Beach — with surf, SUP and kiting right out your front door.
SGT Cabarete Adventures Include:
- Accommodations: Main 4 Bedroom Beachfront Complex with 2 and 3 Bedroom Options Available
- Variety of Bedding Arrangements to Accommodate Couples and Single Travelers
- Infinity-Edge Pool & Spa
- Daily Guide and Activities
- Full-Time SGT Program Staff (On-Site Support 24/7)
- Fresh Breakfast Poolside & Dinner Daily (Both Poolside and In-Town)
- Weekly BBQ and other Special Events
- Transfers to and from Puerto Plata International Airport (POP) on Designated Transfer Days
- Ground Transportation Included to and from group activities
- Daily Surf Guiding for Intermediate-Advanced surfers
- Beginner Surf Lessons Available
- *Rental cars available upon request (although not very necessary)
Pricing: Starting at $1299 USD Per Week / Double Occupancy
Sessions run Saturday to Saturday, October 2011 -- March 2012
Surf Lessons, yoga classes, spin classes, horseback riding, kayaking, off-road motocross tours, waterfall hikes, hiking, and snorkeling. Beginning kite lessons at the Kite Club -- Intermediate and advanced kite clinics available with professional kiteboarder Cameron Dietrich (see “Staff” tab).
*All prices are in USD
Kiteboarding
Kiteboarding is the hottest new water sport and Cabarete is the Mecca. This small Caribbean town has some of the best kitesurfing conditions in the world, with consistent, steady side-onshore winds, the large, open bay at Cabarete, and good launch areas. Accordingly, some of the greatest in the sport have chosen Cabarete as their regular training camp to practice the sport year round. Cabarete is consistently chosen to host the World Championships, held every 3rd week of June. Most of the world’s best come to Cabarete to compete in perfect conditions and have the best time of their lives. SGT Cabarete gives you the opportunity to try it out for the first time, or hone your skills with lessons for any experience level.
- Beginner Kiteboarding Lesson: $299/person for 6 hours with equipment rental
- Advanced Clinics with Pro Kiteboarder Cameron Dietrich: $50/person/hour
- Kiteboard Equipment Rental: $68/day or $298/week
Surfing
The North Coast is becoming increasingly popular for surfing due to its warm waters, minimal crowds, and number of spots both obvious and hidden, from the several beach breaks at Encuentro (1o minutes from the Porta del Mare) to the seldom-ridden point and reef breaks you’ll have to come with us to find. While the area is famous for its great kiteboarding conditions, the winds hold off until lunch, meaning glassy, empty morning sessions all over. It’s a fantastic spot for beginners, as well as for those looking for something much more challenging. The local surfers are extremely friendly and will help give you the lay of the waves. The best time of year to surf is from mid-Nov to April. Intermediate and advanced surfers will be guided by Jesmarin Puente, Director of the Dominican Surf Federation (see “Staff” tab for bio), and beginner surf lessons are available as well.
- Beginner Surf Lesson: $45/day/person
- Performance Surfboard Rental: $25/day or $100/week (intermediate-advanced surf guiding included in trip price)
SUPing (Stand-Up Paddleboarding)
When the outer reefs collect swells, it is here where expert paddle-boarders ride world class waves. The hurricane season and the winter storm season provide amazing waves for advanced SUP surfers. The protected bays have calmer waters inside the reef for intermediate paddle boarding, while Kite Beach Lagoon offers excellent paddling for beginners looking to try the sport for the first time and watch the sea life pass by underneath.
SUP Lessons:
- Private lesson: $80/person
- Semi-private: $55/person
- Small group (3-4): $45/person
- Large group (5-8): $35/person
SUP Rentals:
- 1 hour: $20
- 3 hours: $45
- All day: $55
Spearfishing
Spearfishing is good and our local guides know where to go. Equipment can be purchased at most of the supermarkets or hardware stores or rented from local shops. Most of the fish are snappers, some groupers, and different silver sides but mostly snapper. Most dives are between 15 ft to 45ft.
$55/person
Horseback Riding
Whether you’re a first time rider, or have been riding for many years, you will enjoy the horseback rides available at several ranches in the area. You can ride on the beach along the coast, or take trails through the lush tropical mountain forests. Many ranch rides include cultural information about the country and the area, as well as picnic lunches after a fun ride.
$55/person
Off-Road Motocross Excursions
Now here is one activity that might not have considered on your trip to SGT Cabarete. It’s not for everyone but, if you have at least basic motorcycle riding experience, there are several fun tours to suit your skills. The mountainous terrain behind Cabarete is one of the most incredible enduro playgrounds on this planet. There are literally thousands of trails (many of them are donkey trails) crossing mountains, valleys, rivers, jungles and villages. The tours cater to both beginners and experts alike. Our partner outfit has all the experience and equipment required for a safe, fun and challenging day on the trails. All the bikes are KTM Enduro specific bikes, with all protective gear, snacks and and guides provided. The tours go where no normal tourist would ever venture on his own.
$225/person
Snorkeling
Clear turquoise waters in the Sosua area, just 15 minutes from Cabarete, provide unique snorkeling experiences and an abundance of underwater life.
$90/hour
Trapeze Lessons
Full lessons to get the feeling of flying from one person to the other one… a GREAT experience.
$25/person
Kayaking
Paddle your way through rapids and clear pools under a canopy of lush tropical vegetation. Swing from Tarzan vines, jump in the water, swim with the fish, listen to the birds and enjoy the incredibly beautiful countryside. Fun and easy, ideal for families and friends, these trips are usually 4 hours long with transportation and lunch included.
$50/person
Waterfall Hikes
There are a variety of spa and massage options during your stay with us at SGT Cabarete. Whether your needs are more focused on simple relaxation and stress relief or more specific injury or rehabilitation needs, SGT will get you back up and running.
Massage Options (all prices in USD)
- Sports Massage, Muscle Relaxation and Strecthing: 60 minutes: $55
- Full Body Relaxation Super Plus, Cranial Massage and Foot Reflexology: 60 minutes: $60 / 75 minutes: $70
- Full Body Relaxation Massage: 30 minutes: $30 / 60 minutes: $50 / 75 minutes: $60
- Hot Stone Massage: 60 minutes: $65 / 75 minutes: $75
- Cranial Massage: 30 minutes: $35 / 60 minutes: $55
Other Spa Options
- Facial Treatment with Lymph Drainage: Rejuvenate, 50 minutes: $45 / Anti-Wrinkle, 60 minutes: $55 (both include face massage)
- Foot Reflexology: 30 minutes: $35 / 60 minutes: $55 / 75 minutes: $65
- Exfoliation Body Treatments: Caribe Coco: $55 / Detoxity with Algae: $65 / Deep Hydration with Aloe Vera: $60
- Manicure: $10
- Pedicure: $20
“Pamper & Rejuvenate” Package -- $99
- 1 Full Body Relaxation Massage with Foot Feflexology
- 1 Facial Radiance
- 1 Manicure
- 1 Pedicure
“Pure Delight” Package -- $129
- 1 Full Body Relaxation Massage with Foot Feflexology
- 1 Facial Radiance
- 1 Body Treatment
[SinglePic not found]Cabarete is famous for having excellent conditions for surfing, SUP’ing and kiteboarding. Everything revolves around the two kilometers of Cabarete Beach. On the two kilometer stretch of beach along Cabarete Bay, a number of beachside restaurants have turned up along with small boutique hotels and shops.
The restaurants, bars, surf shops and occasional hotel are located just far enough from the beach to add to the destination and not detract from the enjoyment of the beach. The attractiveness of Cabarete is in the people and the mingling of tourists who enjoy the intimacy of the smaller non-inclusive hotels that encourage their guests to venture out and discover Cabarete. In the evening, the restaurants, many of them first-class, place their tables on the beach to serve dinner. The evening experience of strolling on the beach under the stars from one place to the other to pick the restaurant for the evening is part of what makes the Cabarete experience special.
Cabarete Bay hosts a variety of restaurants and bars, each with their own speciality. Cabarete has a pumping nightlife, so go visit some bars. A lot of bars have live local music, like Cabaha with live music on Wednesdays and Pomodoro with live jazz every Thursday night -- you may even get invited to play a gig with some of SGT’s ground staff. As well, many bars and restaurants turn into discotheques around midnight and normally stay open until around 3 am.
Call 1.800.851.4660 for more information or to register today!
The complex is only 4 years old and is located right at Kite Beach with an amazing ocean view. Each apartment (1,2,3 or 4 bedroom) has everything you need to live in and more. Swimming pool and Jacuzzi with the view of the whole Cabarete Bay, right next to our famous BBQ area. Nice surf break and the best Kiteboard spot in the world all at once in the backyard. Only 20 minutes walking from town and 5 minutes from the grocery. There are fantastic restaurants starting right next door. If you travel with friends, family or alone, we guarantee you’ll have an amazing time, and our ground staff will ensure that all your needs and wants will be taken care of in a fun, professional manner.
Porta del Mare Amenities
- Swimming Pool
- Jacuzzi
- Private BBQ area
- Wi-Fi
- Maid Service and Linens
- Private Parking
- 24/7 Security
Porta del Mare Photos
Traveling to Cabarete
Choose a direct flight for the airport of Puerto Plata (POP code).
A valid passport is required by all nationalities for entry. Check your nations Embassy for Visa requirements (not required for the United States or Canada).
A Tourist Card must be purchased upon arrival at the airport. Currently the price is US $10. Keep a copy with you at all times. It must be presented to officials upon departure, otherwise you will have to pay an Airport Departure Tax about US $20.
When you arrive at the airport you will go through immigration and pick up any checked luggage in baggage claim. Once outside the airport you will find many young Dominican men eager to help you with your baggage who expect a tip. Two US dollars or 40 RD$ is a good tip. If you don’t want to feel pressured to tip, you should insist that they not pick up your bags. Do not pay any money at customs.
Once outside, expect to see a member of the SGT ground staff waiting to take you down to Cabarete.
Porta del Mare is about 20 minutes’ drive from Puerto Plata Airport.
For your departure you will have to pay a departure tax of $20 USD.
General Information on the Dominican Republic
The Currency is the Dominican Peso (RD$). The exchange rate is about 38 Dominican Pesos to the US dollar.
The Language is Spanish. English is spoken in tourist areas.
The Time Zone is GMT -5 hours
The Electricity is 110/120-volt alternating current, 60 hertz. An American adapter plug is recommended.
The Dialing Code for Cabarete is: 001 (809) +local no.
Mobile network: UK and European mobiles do work most of the time.
The Internet: there are several internet cafés nearby and there is wireless internet connection at Porta del Mare.
The Climate is tropical with temperatures around the mid-80′s (Farenheit). For the cooler evenings during winter and the air-conditioned rooms a light pullover is advisable.
Important Phone Numbers
Medical Centre Cabarete : 001 (809) 571 0964 (Open 24 Hours)
Puerto Plata Medical centre: 001 (809) 586-2342 / 001 (809) 586-4140
Address of Medical centre in Puerto Plata:
Centro Médico Bournigal, Antera Mota Street, Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic, PO BOX #25
Email medical centre in Puerto Plata: info@bournigal-hospital.com
Ambulance Service
There is a private nationwide service called “Movi-med” It operates in Santo Domingo , Santiago , Puerto Plata and La Romana. Telephone numbers are as follows:
Santo Domingo : 532-0000 (area code 809) Santiago : 587-333 (area code 809) Puerto Plata: 970-0707 (area code 809)
Full payment is required at time of transport.
Consulates and Embassies
All Consulates & Embassies are located in Santo Domingo . All numbers have local area code of (809)
Canada Consulate & Embassy : 685-1136
France Embassy : 682-2605/689-2161
EU Consulate : 540-5837 E-mail: eudeldom@verizon.net.do
Germany Consulate : 565-8811
GB Embassy:472-7111/472-7671 brit.emb.sadom@verizon.net.do
USA Consulate & Embassy : 221-2171 E-mail: infocsdq@usa.gov
Surf
Jesmarin Puente, Director of the Dominican Surfing Federation leads SGT’s surf guide crew and will ensure that you find the best conditions for each day, optimizing your time in the water.
A certified instructor with the Pan American Surfing Association, Jesmarin also spent years competing internationally, sponsored by Ocean Pacific and Sticky Bumps, and is a former National Champion. He has extensive knowledge of the Dominican Republic through his years of surfing and organizing the National Circuit of competitions and Latin Pro events on the island.
Beginner surf lessons are available at Encuentro Beach, 10 minutes away from Porta Del Mare, and guided trips to uncrowded spots along the Amber Coast are offered daily. While the Dominican surf scene is notoriously laid back, paddling out with the SGT crew guarantees you’ll score the best sessions possible.
Kite Boarding
We are please to announce that one of our favorite kite boarders will join us this year at SGT Cabarete -Cameron Dietrich. Cameron will be coordinating all kite board activities. Cameron has years of experience on every type of board in the ocean and is a phenomenal kiteboarder, and in particular has helped pushed the niche sport of kitesurfing to new levels, with many covers coming out featuring Cameron’s insane barrell-riding techniques while still using a kite. Cameron’s regarded as a pioneer, constantly pushing what can be done with a kite and a regular, directional surf board, be it with maneuvers in powerful beachbreaks or maching into giant barrells all around the world. Check out Cam’s website at camdietrich.com.
“Cam has helped redefine what is possible in kiting; he epitomizes the quintessential all-around kitesurfer, capable in wedgey, ramp-stocked beach-breaks as well as death-defying waves of consequence. As a professional kiter, Cam has cemented his name among the world’s best.” -Kitesurf Magazine Editor Dominique Moore
Ground Staff
Bob Witty -- Operations Director
Patrick Hall -- Daily Activity Coordinator, specializing in nocturnal touring
Claudia Boily -- Property Manager, our gracious host, and Event Planner
Kelly Mearkle -- Group Tour Sales and Special Events
Photo Gallery
SGT Cabarete Video
A Day in the Life: Cameron Dietrich in Cabarete
Are you involved in a company, group or club or perhaps you and a group of friends want to learn to surf, kiteboard or SUP or go on a new adventure together? Our staff has a wealth of experience arranging the perfect group adventure. Cabarete provides the perfect environment for a group trip, especially where the group has mixed levels of abilities due to the large variety of activities and the number of coaches we have on hand. Groups can be divided depending on what they want to do to ensure everyone has the most enjoyable time.
We have spent the last few months working incredibly hard to distinguish ourselves from other locations and feel the extras found at our SGT Cabarete operation will make your time with us even more enjoyable. Such extras include top quality food, spacious clean and comfortable accommodations, dedicated photographer and/or videographer to document your time with us, and the most professional and entertaining instructors and ground staff in the business.
Come make new friends, share the lifestyle and have a great holiday with other groups, single travelers and travelers from all around the world in the Dominican Republic’s beautiful seaside retreat of Cabarete.
This is the ultimate in holidays.
You & your friends, teammates or coworkers spending quality time together -- surfing, kiting, SUP’ing, chilling out, having a few drinks, telling stories, watching videos of your day -- sharing an experience you will never forget for the rest of your lives.
Call 1.800-851-4660 for more info on custom trip options
SGT Cabarete runs from October 29th- December 15th and from January 15th-March 3rd.
Contact us at 800.851.4660 or fill out the inquiry form below for more information about availability:
