Other Tourist Scams in Samaná

Las Galeras Motorbike Rental Hidden Damage Claim

Motorbike rental operators on the Las Galeras beach road rent bikes to tourists and later claim pre-existing scratches or mechanical issues were caused by the renter. Damage inspections before rental are cursory, photos are rarely taken, and operators hold passports or large cash deposits as leverage. Return disputes sometimes escalate when renters are about to leave the area.