La Altagracia, Dominican Republic

Bavaro Beach

At a stretch of approximately 8 kilometers, Bavaro beach lays claim to being the largest beach in Punta Cana. Its appeal is further heightened by its characteristic adults-only resorts, which make it a sought-after destination for romantic escapades.

Discover places to stay near Bavaro Beach and enjoy the romantic ambiance of the "Coco Coast."

The tropical ambiance of the beach also adds to its allure. As one traverses the expanse of sandy shores, the abundance of palm trees dotting the surroundings is unmistakable, prompting the fond epithet "Coco Coast" to be bestowed on Bavaro beach.

Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight that Bavaro beach is a beautiful, postcard-worthy beach with white sand and turquoise water that is regularly cleaned. Visitors complain about seaweed being present. Some visitors find the beach frustrating due to a lack of open bars and restaurants, seaweed, and unfriendly resort staff.

Where to Stay near Bavaro Beach?

Visitors to Bavaro Beach often stay in the Punta Cana area, which is renowned for its luxurious all-inclusive resorts. Many of these accommodations are within walking distance of Bavaro Beach, providing easy access to its stunning sandy shores.

The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.

Where is Bavaro Beach?

Latitude: 18.6654 / Longitude: -68.396

Bavaro Beach is located in La Altagracia. The following map of Bavaro Beach shows the exact location.

Bavaro Beach: Weather Today

📅 Saturday, January 17, 2026
Today might be a mixed bag for beachgoers at Bavaro Beach. Be prepared for the chance of rain showers. The maximum air temperature will reach 27.5 °C, with a sea temperature of 27.4 °C. The wind might be a bit strong at times, so be aware of gusts. The sun will be fighting with the clouds, but the UV index will still reach 6.55, so make sure to apply sunscreen. The waves are expected to be fairly high.
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Air

Low / High24.6°C/27.5°C
Feels Like (High)30.4°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature27.4 °C
Wave Height2.2 m
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Rain

Rain Chance70%
Rainfall2.3 mm
Rain Duration8 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset07:09/18:18
Sunshine Hours9.9 hrs
UV Index6.55
Cloud Cover76%
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Wind

Speed20.5 km/h
Gusts45.7 km/h
DirectionE

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