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Amber Route & Yanigua Waterfall Tour – Tarzan’s Treehouse & Mud Bath
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Amber mine, Yanigua waterfall, mud bath, and Tarzan Treehouse—an eco-adventure from Santo Domingo.
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El Valle, in Hato Mayor, is a charming Dominican countryside town known for its cocoa, amber mines, and nearby Yanigua Waterfall—an eco-paradise close to Santo Domingo.
El Valle is a rural municipality located in Hato Mayor Province, Dominican Republic, about 20 km from Hato Mayor del Rey. Surrounded by lush green landscapes, this quiet town has become a reference for eco-tourism and cultural experiences.
Travelers can explore artisanal amber mines, where local miners extract the famous Dominican amber by hand, and learn about its importance in jewelry and history. El Valle is also renowned for its cocoa and coffee farms, where visitors can sample fresh chocolate and traditional Dominican flavors.
One of the highlights near El Valle is the Yanigua Waterfall, a natural treasure offering refreshing swimming spots, a mud bath experience, and the famous Tarzan’s Treehouse viewpoint. This area is considered one of the most authentic escapes into Dominican rural life, away from the crowded tourist hubs.
📍 Distances:
From Santo Domingo: ~149 km (approx. 2h30 drive).
From Punta Cana: ~151 km (approx. 2h20 drive).
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