The Hoyo Claro Natural Monument is a freshwater cenote, although with a touch of brackishness, located in a forested area of Punta Cana, which is difficult to navigate, but it is worth the trip.
Clear Hole as it is commonly known, is part of a group of cenotes in Punta Cana. The others are Blue Hole, in Cap Cana and Indigenous Eye inside the complex Puntacana Resort & Club.
Around Clear Hole There are wetlands with lagoons, cattail meadows, and palm cana forests. The monument has an extensive swamp and a part of La Jarda, which is a cliff with caverns.
In the case of Indigenous EyeThis place is visited by famous artists who stay at the Puntacana resort.
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How do you get to Hoyo Claro?
The natural monument is located in Eastern Highwayabout seven kilometers before reaching the Punta Cana roundabout. If you come from Punta Cana you must return and head along a road that is difficult to access.
To get to the place it is advisable in a tall and all-terrain vehicle or enjoy a little bed from the Eastern Highway. In the case of the latter, it is advisable to wear non-slip shoes because there are some uncomfortable slopes.
If you walk in the afternoon you feel suffocating heat on your body. But, since you arrive at Hoyo Claro and dive into one of the wells, you recognize that the adventure was worth it.
What are the puddles of Hoyo Claro like?
Hay two natural water wells with a salty touch. They are all surrounded by vegetation, which gives that natural touch to the place.
The largest one is very deep, so it is recommended to know how to swim. Fortunately, no incidents have been reported in Clear Hole.
The natural ecotourism spa is visited by cyclists, who make routes from Punta Cana and Verón. Ideal for cycling Route.
The cost price to enter Hoyo Claro?
Since it is a protected area, the Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources had a booth where you had to pay 50 pesos (one dollar). However, the amount could be better.
recommendations
- To know how to swim.
- Wear comfortable clothing for the walk.
- Take care of the place, do not throw garbage.
- Use caution when leaving vehicles.