Literally meaning « small bay », Boca Chica is located 30 kilometers from Santo Domingo and is set on the sparkling waters of the Dominican Republic’s Caribbean coast. This typically Dominican small village and its central square reminds us of its Spanish origin and you will discover Palm tree and sugar canes plantation in the surrounding setting. To experience the bustling activity of Boca Chica’ s town center, leave your all-inclusive vacation packages hotel and find your way to Duarte Street where you can explore several small craft shops to then have a drink on one of the small terraces. If you want to find good deals, go to the Mercado Modelo, a colorful public market where you can bargain for local craftworks. In Boca Chica, the atmosphere is always one of celebration!
The magnificent beach of Boca Chica is a vacationer’s dream come through: a large white sand strip set on the turquoise, crystal clear waters of the Caribbean. In addition, the offshore corral reefs break down the waves and ensure that the waters remain calm. The low incline of the water bottom makes this bay a real natural pool! You can make good deals with the peddlers strolling on Boca Chica’s beach, if you are ready to bargain with them. Walking on the beach, you can make your way to Andrés, the neighboring village where you will discover a nice marina. While strolling towards Andrés, you will discover another part of Boca Chica’s beach that is still enjoyable albeit less charming. This Local Dominicans come here to relax on Sundays.
During your vacation in Boca Chica, you can explore the many hidden treasures of the corral reefs and its tropical fishes while diving or snorkeling. If sport fishing is more your thing, gilt-heads, swordfishes and sometimes barracudas roam the waters off Boca Chica’s bay. The golfers are not forgotten, as an enjoyable golf course is located 5 kilometers west of Boca Chica.
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