Rancho Wendy

Adventure Calling in Bonao! Whitewater kayaking, hiking, waterfall tours, horseback riding, hiking Pico Duarte - the highest peak in the Caribbean.

On the hard trodden path of the adventurous, it is becoming increasing rare to discover a hidden corner of paradise, untouched and authentic. While paradise may be a matter of personal preference, who could resist the charm of a rural Caribbean village nestled within impossibly green mountains, and crisscrossed by abundant streams and waterfalls? The wave of mass tourism to hit the Dominican Republic has, thankfully, bypassed such a place. The visitor who ventures off the beaten track of Santo Domingo-Puerto Plata-Samaná etc, and heads instead for the town of Bonao, will receive just rewards for his curiosity.


Bonao is the gateway to 'Los Quemados', a sleepy village nestled in the foothills of the Cordillera Central, a destination that remains a precious secret to those few who have enjoyed its allure. It boasts spectacular views of the lush mountain ridges as well as the clear freshwater River Yuma running through the settlement. One could spend many peaceful days here merely enjoying the natural beauty of the location and the warm hospitality of the Dominican campesinos. The adventurous will find endless diversion and pleasure from mountain activities such as horseback riding, trekking to waterfalls, and swimming in the countless babbling streams and waterholes. Anything is possible, from hiring a motorbike to explore the corkscrew roads, to setting up camp on a remote mountaintop. With the rainy season over, now is a wonderful time to explore the unique appeal of Los Quemados, Bonao..

We offer an excellent location for hiking tours, with breath taking views of the mountains that surround us. If you need a place to pitch your tent with bathroom facilities, or if you need a cheap room to stay in or base yourself....then we are the place for you!

Directions

Rancho Wendy in Los Quemados, Bonao.
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From the Santo Domingo Airport to Rancho Wendy
By Bus: Take a taxi to Tarea Bus Station. Buy a ticket for Bonao (110 pesos). Don't worry about where to get off because Bonao is the last stop and only takes about 1 hour. At the station, find a taxi or motoconcho to drive you to Rancho Wendy.
By Bus for Adventurers: Walk outside the airport terminal (ignoring the annoying taxi hustlers) and turn right towards the highway (about 1.5 miles). Cross the highway on the overpass and stand beside it. You can flag-down any medium-sized gua-gua/bus that will take you into Santo Domingo (about 20 minutes, approx. 55 pesos).Tell the driver to let you off at the Parque Enriquillo. When you get out of the bus, ask anyone where the Tarea Bus station is (Ave. Duarte, (1-809) 561-7388). Buy a ticket for Bonao (110 pesos). Don't worry about where to get off because Bonao is the last stop. At the station, find a taxi or motoconcho to drive you to Rancho Wendy..
By Taxi: We will send a taxi or one of our drivers to the airport. The driver will have a sign that says Bonao on it. Cost will be around $100.00 USD..

From Punta Cana Airport
By Bus: Take a taxi (feel free to argue for a lower price) to the Caribe Tours bus station. Buy a ticket for Santo Domingo. You can buy a Caribe Tours ticket to Bonao. It is not the last stop so pay attention to get off at the right place (outside of Bonao on the highway). Take a taxi or motoconcho to Rancho Wendy. Or, in Santo Domingo at the Caribe Bus Terminal, take a taxi or motoconcho to the Tarea Bus terminal and buy a ticket for Bonao which is the last stop. At their station in Bonao, take a taxi or motoconcho to the ranch.
By Bus for Adventurers: When you get out of the airport, make your way to the roadside and flag-down a bus to Higuey. When you get into Higuey, take any major bus to Santo Domingo. In Santo Domingo, get to the Tarea Bus terminal and buy a ticket for Bonao (110 pesos). In Bonao, take a motoconcho or taxi to the Ranch.
By taxi: We will send a taxi or one of our drivers to the airport. They will have a sign that says Bonao. They will drive you right here (approx. $200 USD)

Facilities

Restaurant, Internet Access, Airport Pick Up,