Hawks on Honeymoon: ATV Adventure

Wanting a super-restful and relaxing honeymoon, Mr. H and I spent most days relaxing in the pool, walking the beach, or floating in the ocean.


Relaxing in a poolside "valley bed"



Views along the beach



Our resort in the distance

 

However we didn't want to spend the entire week on the resort. After looking at several options and speaking with another couple that had previously been to Punta Cana, we decided to sign up for the Punta Cana Boogie tour. With the promise of getting dirty and exploring more of Punta Cana, we were more than ready for our ATV adventure when they picked us up at Majestic Elegance.


Maybe Mr. Hawk wasn't so ready... looking a little apprehensive

  

So excited!

Once we arrived, the tour guide gave us a run-down of how to operate the ATVs. Punta Cana Boogie had several different vehicle options, but we Mr. Hawk chose the "monster boogie" for its speed. He quickly claimed the driver's seat, which I was more than okay with.

Pre-tour: still clean!

We started on some dirt paths and then were lead along rocky beachside terrain. 

Holding the "oh s***! handle" (like I did the ENTIRE ride)

 

At the point where the Atlantic meets the Caribbean

 Then we explored some jungle-like areas and got a little wet.

 Near the end of the tour they brought us to a stretch of beach to swim, cool down, and relax.


(And to take silly jumping pictures)

   I loved this part of the beach. It was so quiet and serene. There was not a soul around.



No resorts or tourists here!

To finish up we visited a small hut where our guide taught us about the process of making Dominican cigars. Mr. Hawk even sampled one.

Looking at this photo now, it could be a bit suspect. It's a cigar! I swear! :)



Covered in dust, but happy!

 Overall, we really enjoyed the Boogie tour and would definitely recommend it to others traveling to Punta Cana. We anticipated getting a little more dirty than we did, but I think driving the "monster Boogie," which was higher off the ground, kept us less muddy. No complaints here!

Anyone else doing an adventure-type activity on their honeymoon?