Playa Confresi Holidays

Playa Cofresi is a small beach resort located on the northern coast of Dominican Republic. This place used to be a very low-key holiday retreat, but with the recent tourism developments it became a very popular tropical paradise. Playa Cofresi got its name by the famous pirate Roberto Cofresi who had a reputation for being a Robin Hood of the Caribbean, sharing some of his treasures with the poor for protection against the authorities. Playa Cofresi is just around four kilometers away from Puerto Plata. The beach is wonderful, with powder-like soft white sand. It stretches to over one kilometer and at one end there is one great place for snorkelers. Palm trees and other tropical vegetation also add to the beauty of this great vacation spot.

The climate in Playa Cofresi is very nice, with over three hundred days of sunshine per year. Average year-round temperatures range between 25 C and 30 C, so you do not have to worry much about bad weather.

Best way to reach Playa Cofresi is to fly to the airport in Luperon near Puerto Plata and then take a taxi or bus ride. Playa Cofresi is less than thirty kilometers away from Luperon. Playa Cofresi is attractive because there are no strong waves or winds, no undercurrents and no unpleasant jellyfish for the swimmers.

In the resort there are many nice restaurants, a few shops and kiosks selling interesting souvenirs. Non-motorized water sport activities are also available, and from Playa Cofresi you can go on numerous boat trips and excursions to close places. Everywhere on Dominican`s northern coast you will find plenty of nice tourist attractions. The larger town of Puerto Plata is very close and easily accessible if you want to explore more. Playa Cofresi is for those seeking more intimate, quiet and relaxing holiday.

Ocean World Park is one of the major attractions you can visit nearby, and you can also go to the interesting Rancho Lorilar where you can try horseback riding or go zip lining. Costamar is the home of the Los Mangos golf club if you fancy playing some golf on a nice course. This golf course is suitable both for beginners and for more experienced golfers.

Most of the towns that are located on Dominican Republic`s northern coast are within a very short distance from each other. You can easily go on walking tours and discovery many places. Puerto Plata, Cabarete and Sosua are some places worth seeing. Puerto Plata offers good shopping options, and there you can also climb at the top of Mount Isabel de Torres and admire the views on the sea. Glass bottom boat tours are always popular and that way you can explore the beautiful underwater world. There are also many diving schools in the region where you can go on quick course before you start exploring the rich ocean life. There are numerous colorful coral reefs, tropical fish and other interesting species just waiting to be discovered. No matter what kind of holiday you seek, Playa Cofresi has many great things to offer to its visitors.