Question 1

What is the "Cayo Levantado "Private Boat" Inflation" scam in Samaná?

Accepted Answer

The public ferry to Cayo Levantado is around 10-15 USD round-trip but touts at the port sell a "private boat" for 60-100 USD per person, claiming the public ferry is "not running today." The public ferry runs daily — confirm at the official Samaná tourist office (Calle Santa Bárbara). Use the ferry unless you genuinely want a private snorkel stop.

Question 2

What is the "Taxi Fare Quote Switching Currency" scam in Samaná?

Accepted Answer

Drivers on the Las Terrenas–Las Galeras road quote "1500 pesos" then on arrival demand "1500 USD" or "$50 USD," claiming the original quote was always in USD. Confirm currency in writing. Repeat the figure with the currency name. The 50km Las Terrenas–Las Galeras run is roughly 1500-2000 DOP (25-35 USD).

Taxi & Transport Scams in Samaná

Cayo Levantado "Private Boat" Inflation

Taxi Fare Quote Switching Currency

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