Cabrera is an exceptionally beautiful and unique rural community located in the province of Maria Trinidad Sanchez on the northern coastline of the Dominican Republic. Located close to the much larger town of Nagua, Cabrera is often called “Cabrera, Nagua” or “Cabrera de Sanchez” to distinguish it from other towns named Cabrera in the Dominican Republic. Our Cabrera boasts several of the most gorgeous beaches on the island in the near vicinity and is today a rapidly growing town of about 39,000 covering approximately 276 km2.
Unlike many of its counterparts on the north coast, Cabrera is not dependent upon tourism, obtaining most of its income from cattle and agricultural products. The benefit to the residents and visitors alike is that while there are an abundance of activities there are not the throngs of tourists packing the streets and beaches. Cabrera is a rustic oceanfront rural community with an undercurrent of luxurious relaxed living for everyone.
The city and surrounding areas are considered to be one of the most beautiful places in the Dominican Republic; by visitors and Dominicans alike. Cabrera faces primarily east, on the Atlantic Ocean, enjoying an almost constant soothing breeze from the east-west tradewinds. It offers exceptionally lush vegetation, beaches, fresh water pools and rivers, waterfalls, and many more natural attractions.
One of the most captivating aspects of this area, in addition to the exceptionally kind and generous residents, are the local beaches. Playa Grande, for example, was noted by Condé Nast Traveler as one of the top ten beaches in the world! Only about 12 minutes from your door at Golden Dolphin, Playa Grande is truly one of the greatest treasures of the Dominican Republic.
Likewise, Golden Dolphin is located only 5km from the incredible Playa Grande Golf Course. Designed by Robert Trent Jones, Sr. as his crowning achievement in the Caribbean, the Playa Grande Golf Course is considered by many to be one of the most beautiful courses in the world. Coined the “Pebble Beach of the Caribbean,” the Playa Grande Golf Course has 10 of its amazing 18 holes perched atop 100′ high soaring sea cliffs. Another national treasure of the island, this is a course not to be missed!
Although Playa Grande is likely the most well known beach in the area, any visitor here will also want to visit Playa Caleton, Playa Precisoso, Playa Diamonte, Playa El Breton (next to a National Park), Playa Entrada and the public beach at Orchid Bay. Each of these beaches, and others, offer unique characteristics and are all remarkably clear of the tourist crowds seen in other parts of the island.
Traveling to Cabrera is best achieved by flying into Puerto Plata (POP) and driving due east for 90km on the main highway. Cabrera is 130 km north of Santo Domingo (SDQ) and about 110km from Santiago (STI). Travelers from Canada and Europe, and soon the United States, can now fly into Samana International Airport (AZS), only 35 minutes from Cabrera.
Photos of the Local Area