27 Waterfalls of DamajaguaAbout 27 Waterfalls of Damajagua
27 Waterfalls of Damajagua (Spanish: 27 Charcos de Damajagua) is a chain of 27 natural waterfalls and pools on the Damajagua River near the town of Imbert in Puerto Plata Province, Dominican Republic. The feature is known for a linked series of drops and plunge pools that visitors traverse downstream.
The site comprises 27 distinct falls and pools arranged along the river, visited as a sequence rather than isolated single waterfalls. Organized excursions include walking, scrambling and guided canyoning down the line of pools with opportunities to swim, slide and jump between pools under guide supervision.
The waterfalls are a natural river formation. Local tourism operations developed commercial guided visits in recent decades to provide safe access and route management for visitors.
The waterfalls sit inland from the north coast of the Dominican Republic near Imbert, Puerto Plata Province, at a distance of roughly 20 kilometers west of the city of Puerto Plata.
- Guided access: Most commercial operators guide visitors through a sequence of pools and provide life jackets and helmets for safety.
- Location distance: Located roughly 20 kilometers inland from the city of Puerto Plata, close to the town of Imbert in Puerto Plata Province.
Best Time to Visit 27 Waterfalls of Damajagua
Dry season (Nov-Apr) is the safest and most popular time to visit for stable water conditions and clearer weather.
Weather & Climate near 27 Waterfalls of Damajagua
27 Waterfalls of Damajagua's climate is classified as Tropical Rainforest - Tropical Rainforest climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 18°C to 32°C. Abundant rainfall (1574 mm/year), wettest in December.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Very Good | 18° - 28° | 23° | 137 mm | some cloud | 79% | 2.6 m/s | 1.4 high | 11.0h |
| February | Excellent | 18° - 29° | 23° | 115 mm | some cloud | 76% | 2.7 m/s | 1.7 very high | 11.4h |
| March | Excellent | 18° - 29° | 24° | 111 mm | some cloud | 73% | 3.0 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 11.9h |
| April | Very Good | 19° - 30° | 25° | 154 mm | partly cloudy | 73% | 2.8 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 12.5h |
| May | Very Good | 20° - 31° | 26° | 155 mm | partly cloudy | 74% | 2.7 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 12.9h |
| June | Very Good | 21° - 32° | 27° | 78 mm | partly cloudy | 73% | 2.8 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 13.2h |
| July | Very Good | 21° - 32° | 27° | 65 mm | some cloud | 75% | 3.1 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 13.1h |
| August | Very Good | 21° - 33° | 27° | 78 mm | some cloud | 76% | 3.0 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 12.7h |
| September | Very Good | 21° - 32° | 27° | 95 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 2.7 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 12.1h |
| October | Good | 21° - 32° | 26° | 141 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 2.4 m/s | 1.8 very high | 11.6h |
| November | Very Good | 19° - 30° | 24° | 220 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 2.4 m/s | 1.4 high | 11.1h |
| December | Very Good | 18° - 28° | 23° | 225 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 2.5 m/s | 1.2 high | 10.9h |
How to Get to 27 Waterfalls of Damajagua
Most visitors book an organized tour from Puerto Plata or Sosúa; tours typically include round-trip transport. Alternatively, drive or take local transport toward Imbert and follow signs to Damajagua/27 Charcos. Confirm departure times and meeting points with the operator in advance.
Tips for Visiting 27 Waterfalls of Damajagua
- Book with a licensed operator in Puerto Plata and confirm what's included (transport, helmet, lunch).
- Go early in the day to avoid peak crowds and strongest sun; groups departing around 8-9am tend to be smaller.
- Bring a change of clothes and a dry bag; the activity involves jumping and sliding through natural pools.