Playa El Limón is a picturesque and spacious beach located on the Samana Peninsula, in the Northeast Athletic Zone of the Dominican Republic. The beach is situated approximately 15 km east of Las Terrenas and near the quaint town of El Limón, renowned for its famous waterfall.
The beach's natural beauty is characterised by its unique feature where it meets a river. However, visitors should be cautious when attempting to enter the river due to its depth. The beach itself is not deep at the first few feet, allowing visitors to comfortably walk into the water, although the waves can be quite strong at times. Despite these conditions, the beach is a perfect spot for hiking.
Playa El Limón is a long, quiet beach, known for its tranquillity and providing a serene escape from the hustle and bustle. It is also large in size, providing ample space for visitors. The beach is typically uncrowded, which enhances its appeal for those seeking peaceful walks and introspective thinking.
To reach Playa El Limón, visitors can take the new road to El Limón or the road along the city's central beaches. After passing La Barbacoa, a small road to the left leads to the beach. The road to the beach is accessible by car, motorcycle, or quad, and is paved until the residence, after which it becomes a dirt road. However, visitors are advised to take a local guide when attempting to access the beach by quad to protect the turtle nests.
As for amenities, visitors can dine at local restaurants in the nearby village after enjoying the beach. Though accommodations in El Limón are limited, visitors are advised to stay at a hotel in Las Terrenas.
You can enjoy one of the restaurants at the beach while soaking up the sun.
Visitor reviews highlight the beauty and tranquility of the beach, with its vast size and serene environment being particularly appreciated. Many visitors enjoy the opportunity for peaceful walks and the unique feature of a river joining the beach. However, some visitors have expressed concerns about the beach's strong waves and the necessity of a local guide for access, due to restrictions in place to protect turtle nests.
If you’re planning a trip to Playa El Limón, consider staying in Las Terrenas, which is about 15 km away and offers a variety of accommodations. Most visitors enjoy the serene beach as part of their broader itinerary exploring the Samaná Peninsula, including the famous El Limón waterfall.
The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.
Latitude: 19.3149893 / Longitude: -69.4280986
Playa El Limón is located in Samaná. The following map of Playa El Limón shows the exact location.
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| Low / High | 25.1°C/30.2°C |
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| Feels Like (High) | 34.2°C |
| Sea Temperature | 29.3 °C |
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| Wave Height | 0.5 m |
| Rain Chance | 43% |
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| Rainfall | 0.5 mm |
| Rain Duration | 4 h |
| Sunrise / Sunset | 06:08/19:19 |
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| Sunshine Hours | 5.4 hrs |
| UV Index | 8.25 |
| Cloud Cover | 77% |
| Speed | 15.7 km/h |
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| Gusts | 29.5 km/h |
| Direction | E |
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