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Things to Do in Cabarete Autumn/Winter 2025

Things to Do in Cabarete Autumn/Winter 2025

Oct 28, 2025 | News, Things To Do in Dominican Republic

Cabarete, Dominican Republic, is bursting with fun activities that individuals and families alike can enjoy all year round! If you’re planning to visit Cabarete during the autumn or winter months, there are a few fun things you can see and do, from water sports to vibrant night life!

If you’re not quite sure what to look for, here are a few fun activities perfect for first-time visitors to the DR. Keep reading to learn how you can experience all the fun things to do in Cabarete with Casa Linda!

Go Kiteboarding and Surfing

The North Coast has surf year-round, but if you want to ride the best waves, visit the DR during the winter months to take advantage of the N swell season! Near Cabarete, Encuentro Beach is the place to be for kiteboarding and surfing!

If you’re new to water sports, the Main Break is the best area to book surfing and kiteboarding lessons. If you’re a more experienced shredder, the Destroyers expert-level reef is your best bet for a fast-paced N-swell!

Book a Waterfall Hike & Tour

Want to get a closer look at Cabarete’s amazing countryside? Go deep into the jungle by booking a waterfall hike and tour! You can find plenty of guided tours on sites like TripAdvisor and Airbnb to discover local waterfalls, rivers, and trails.

If you’re up for a day trip outside Cabarete, excursions like the tour at 27 Waterfalls in Damajuga will take you through amazing natural limestone slides and river pools!

Embrace Cabarete’s Health & Wellness Scene

If you like to prioritize your health and wellness during travel, the DR is the right place for you! Cabarete offers plenty of opportunities to embrace wellness practices and treatments, and even enjoy a bit of pampering. If you need a good massage, check out Andari Spa or House of Shiatsu.

If you want to unify your mind and body for overall wellness, The Yoga Loft offers drop-in and private classes and yoga retreats. If you’re more adventurous, Yoga 4 SUP combines yoga exercises with paddleboarding out on the oceanfront!

You can find other wellness activities like holistic herbal consultations, beachfront fitness classes, spin classes, and so much more!

Check Out Our Nightlife

Our town has a vibrant nightlife and music scene that you don’t want to miss! Show off your musical talent during Karaoke Night at Voy Voy or Open Mic Night at La Chabola.

If you love to dance, Saturday evenings are the best time to go out and party! Check out venues like ONNO’s, LAX/Ojo, and Kahuna and dance the night away. Whatever your idea of a fun night out, there’s something for everyone to enjoy every night of the week!

Spend the Day at the Casa Linda Community

Are you renting one of our villas or townhouses? Whether you booked your stay through a rental hosting platform or our Fly and Try program, you and your family can access all on-site amenities!

Spend the day at the WaterWorks Waterpark and enjoy a meal at the Casa Linda Clubhouse & Eatery. You can also enjoy on-site sports like tennis, bocce ball, shuffleboard, and mini-golf.

If you’re a villa or townhouse owner, join our Beach Club and gain access to discounts and free beach chairs for the whole family! Want to have a family night-in? Relax in your villa’s in-ground pool and cook a delicious Caribbean meal!

Experience the Fun of Cabarete with Casa Linda

There are plenty of fun things to do in Cabarete, and the fun doesn’t have to stop with one vacation. If you’ve fallen in love with our beautiful island, secure a vacation home for your family with one of our luxury villas or townhouses, starting at just $199,700 USD!

If you want more flexibility, check out our Co-Ownership program and get all the benefits of property ownership with half the responsibility.

Visit our Villa Floor Plans & Prices page to learn more.

Expat Living: Learn How to Surf in the Dominican Republic!

Expat Living: Learn How to Surf in the Dominican Republic!

Sep 9, 2025 | Casa Linda, Dominican Republic Retirement, Expat Life, News, Relocating to the Dominican Republic, Things To Do in Dominican Republic

The Dominican Republic is surrounded by sun, sand, and surf, making it the perfect place to invest in water sports! If you’re moving into one of our Casa Linda homes on the North Coast, learning how to surf is a great way to spend more time outdoors, get to know your local beaches, and befriend fellow expats and locals (it’s also really cool!).

Whether you just need to brush up on your skills or start from scratch, here’s everything you need to know about catching the best waves as an expat living in the Dominican Republic!

Living in the Watersports Capital

Cabarete (where our Casa Linda villas are located) is known as the Water Sports Capital of the Caribbean. Our steady Eastern trade winds, warm weather, and hurricane-resistant landscape provide ideal weather conditions for surfing, scuba diving, kiteboarding, and other water-based sports!

You can’t travel all the way to Cabarete without at least trying one of our well-loved water activities. If you like a real adventure, surfing is a great sport to adopt into your routine!

Whether you’re moving into a Casa Linda villa or townhouse, you’ll likely find plenty of your expat neighbours love to spend their days out on the waves!

The Best Surfing Spots in the Country at Your Back Door

While you can find plenty of surf on the South Coast of the Dominican Republic, the North Coast offers the most reliable breaks, allowing you to make surfing a part of your regular routine!

Popular spots for surfing in the DR include areas like La Puntilla, Sosua Bay, Cabarete (right by your villa or condo!), Encuentro Main Break, and Encuentro Left.

If you’re learning how to surf for the first time, Playa Encuentro has the most consistent weather conditions for beginners with calm waves, shallow waters, safe currents, and a distinct lack of scary sea creatures! This beach features a designated area for beginners, ensuring newcomers have plenty of time and space to familiarize themselves with this fun water sport.

Where to Find Surfing Lessons in the Dominican Republic

If you’re learning how to surf for the first time, make sure to take some lessons before jumping in! There are several surfing schools available in and around Cabarete that can help you go from a floater to a wave shredder!

You can find private lessons, group lessons, and full surfing schools on the North Coast. Whether you want to learn this sport as a hobby or become a proficient surfer, there are plenty of options available!

Here are a few popular surfing instructors near Casa Linda:

  • Vibez Cabarete
  • Parallel Surf Cabarete
  • Bobos Point Encuentro Surf Camp
  • Cabarete Surf Company
  • GO Surfing DR Lessons & Adventures
  • And more!

You can find more information about surfing instructors on Cabarete’s official town website and tourist sites like Viator.com!

Get Idyllic Expat Living in the Dominican Republic with Casa Linda

Starting your new life in the Dominican Republic is about more than the sun, sand, and even the surf—it’s also about creating a home and community, and our team at Casa Linda is excited to help make the DR your very own paradise!

Our gated community in Cabarete, DR, offers everything you need, from luxury amenities to socialization with fellow expats. You can choose from several villa or townhouse floor plans, starting as low as $199,700!

Contact us today to begin quality expat living in the Dominican Republic!

What to Do in Cabarete Dominican Republic: A Guide For Newcomers

What to Do in Cabarete Dominican Republic: A Guide For Newcomers

Mar 17, 2025 | Expat Life, News, Relocating to the Dominican Republic, Things To Do in Dominican Republic

Cabarete, located on the Dominican Republic’s Northern shores, is a vibrant, laid-back beach town with no shortage of things to do. Between exploring beaches and touring eateries, there are ample activities for families, couples, and retirees. Here are Casa Linda’s top picks for the best things to do in Cabarete, perfect for first-time visitors! 

Experience a Culinary Oasis

While the Dominican Republic doesn’t have an official national dish, if it did, La Bandera would take the crown. This fragrant dish consists of seasoned, stewed meat on top of a bed of warm white rice alongside sweet and peppery kidney beans. Crispy fried plantains and a side salad complete the dish. Translated as ‘The Flag,’ La Bandera perfectly represents Dominican cuisine—no-frills yet undeniably wholesome and utterly delicious. This dish encapsulates the vibrant, humble, and hardworking Dominican culture in every bite.

Castaways Clubhouse and Eatery is Casa Linda’s premier restaurant and meeting spot. We have something for everyone, including snacks, meals, refreshments, and more! With an extensive menu featuring global flavours, such as Churrasco, Red Snapper, and Shrimp Ceviche, you’ll be whisked away to new dimensions of tropical flavours!

Visit the Cabarete Beach

If you’re looking for what to do in Cabarete, look no further than the world-class beaches around you! Cabarete Beach is only a 20-minute drive from Casa Linda, with almost three miles of sweeping shoreline. Take off your sandals and feel the sand beneath your feet as you stroll the shore, letting the sun warm your skin. As it turns to evening, experience Cabarete Beach’s vibrant nightlife! Highlighted by its numerous open-air bars and twinkling lights, newcomers will fall in love with the diversity of Cabarete Beach. 

Casa Linda is centrally located to many of the Dominican Republic’s most popular beaches, within driving distance to Cabarete Beach, Sosúa Beach, and Encuentro Beach. We’re also close to several less crowded but still gorgeous beaches, including Alicia Beach. This newer beach beside Sosúa features tranquil blue waters and is within walking distance of several nearby cafes and restaurants. The best part? It’s only about a 12-minute drive from us! Needless to say, you’ll be having a lot of beach days!

Watersports Lessons 

Cabarete is world-renowned for its watersports scene. Walk down any beach shore, and you’ll find all kinds of watersports enthusiasts cruising currents, catching air, and gliding through the crystal-clear blue waters. But why spend all day watching when you can try it yourself? If you’re wanting the full wave-shredding experience, give kiteboarding a try! Kiteboarding is Cabarete’s most popular watersport and is one of the best things to do here! Glide through the water as you’re pulled by your soaring kite, reaching thrilling speeds!

For a more relaxed activity, give stand-up paddleboarding a try! Don’t let this leisurely watersport deceive you—it’s still a fantastic, low-impact workout as you stand on your board and navigate through calm, tranquil waters. Other calming watersports perfect for beginners include snorkelling and kayaking. 

Look no further than our complimentary shuttle bus for easy transportation to your watersports lessons! Our Casa Linda shuttle bus runs multiple times a day to Cabarete Beach, Sosúa Beach, and other popular nearby spots.  

Experience the Island Life with Casa Linda

Live in island paradise 365 days a year while never running out of things to do in Cabarete with Casa Linda. We offer luxury villas complete with resort-style amenities at affordable prices. Reach out to our team today to discover more about our thriving global community of expats, retirees, vets and more. Be sure to check out our owner stories as well!