How much does a trip to Punta Cana cost
A week in Punta Cana runs roughly $280–$1383 per person, excluding flights.
Accommodation
Hostel / GuesthouseBudget
3-4★ HotelMid
5★ Luxury SuiteComfort
Indicative price — see live rates via the link.
Tours & Activities
Popular tickets, guided tours, and experiences to book online.
Catamaran Day Trip to Saona Island
Full-day cruise with snorkeling, starfish beach and buffet lunch
ATV & Buggy Adventure with Water Cave and Macao Beach
Off-road ride, cave cenote swim and Macao Beach stop
Indigenous Eyes Ecological Reserve & Hoyo Azul
Nature trails, turquoise lagoons and a refreshing cenote swim
Night at Coco Bongo Punta Cana
Legendary show and nightclub party, from $60 up to $150 VIP
Mobile internet (eSIM)
The easiest way to stay online in Punta Cana is an eSIM — activated right on your phone, no local SIM needed.
Prices on the ground
Public transit: colorful 'guagua' vans cost ~50-100 DOP—pay cash to the driver, no passes or contactless. Taxis: no Uber works here; agree the fare BEFORE getting in (airport–Bavaro ~$35-45) or ask hotel for fixed-rate taxi.
Total budget range
| Backpacker | Mid-range | Comfort | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Food | $90 | $218 | $437 |
| Transit | $30 | $30 | $30 |
| Stay | $154 | $420 | $910 |
| eSIM | $6 | $6 | $6 |
| Total per person | $280 | $674 | $1383 |
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FAQ
- How much money to bring to Punta Cana for a week?
- A week in Punta Cana costs roughly $280–$1383 per person, excluding flights.
- Is food and transit expensive in Punta Cana?
- Food runs $13–$62 a day and city transit about $4. Public transit: colorful 'guagua' vans cost ~50-100 DOP—pay cash to the driver, no passes or contactless. Taxis: no Uber works here; agree the fare BEFORE getting in (airport–Bavaro ~$35-45) or ask hotel for fixed-rate taxi.