Cofresi Beach is located close to Puerto Plata and was named after an infamous Puerto Rican pirate, Captain Roberto Cofresi. This town began much like Buzios, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil; a tiny fishing village that went on for years as a sleepy bay on the Atlantic.

Today, Cofresi has changed but only slightly, with high-end hotels and condos offering great views of both Cofresi Beach and the nearby mountains. What a fantastic bay - golden sand blending into crystal clear water. There is only one entrance to the town; a narrow road that runs all the way to the beach. Mountains peak at either side of the city.

Expect a wild adventure here at Los Frailes and Cabo Pulmo. Two locations that share one thing - they are in the East Coast area and off the beaten path. Wildlife abounds here and makes for some spectacular hiking and kayaking. Still, the beaches are what we are here for and these are worth mentioning. Because they both are amongst the rocks, the water around these beaches is crystal clear. You can snorkel here all day, or find a local dive operation to take you to a few choice spots.