🟢 Easy & Accessible | ⏱️ ~1 hour gentle hike | 🌿 No experience needed
Discover Salto de Jima through a curated, community-driven experience designed to help you feel safe, connected, and fully present in nature.
This is not just a hike it’s a slow and intentional journey guided by local women who know these landscapes by heart.
Walk at a relaxed pace alongside the river, surrounded by lush tropical forest, cacao plantations, and hidden natural pools. The trail is short and easy, making it perfect for all levels, while still offering a deep and authentic connection to the Dominican countryside.
At the waterfall, take your time to swim, unwind, and enjoy a space that feels peaceful, welcoming, and far from the crowds.
✨ What makes this experience different
• Curated and led by local women
• LGBTQ+ friendly & safe space for all travelers
• Small groups focused on connection, not mass tourism
• Direct impact on the local community (no intermediaries)
• A trust-based environment where you can truly relax
This is a low-effort hike with high emotional value perfect for those who want more than just a tour.
🎯 Perfect for
🌿 Travelers seeking a relaxed, meaningful nature experience
🥾 Beginners or anyone who prefers an easy hike
👨👩👧👦 Small groups, families, or solo travelers
📸 Those who want beautiful spots without long treks
🌈 LGBTQ+ travelers looking for an inclusive space
🌴 Exploring beyond the typical tourist path
🟢 Easy 1-hour hike alongside a scenic river in Bonao
💧 Visit Salto de Jima, a beautiful and accessible waterfall
🌿 Walk through lush tropical forest and cacao plantations
🏞️ Discover natural pools and peaceful surroundings
🏊 Swim, relax, and enjoy a quiet nature escape
📸 Great photo spots with minimal hiking effort
🌴 Perfect way to experience the Dominican countryside beyond the beaches
A Farm to table lunch experience
(snacks not listed)
outside the itinerary
🚐 Scenic Journey to Bonao
Leave the city behind and head into the lush mountains of Bonao, connecting with a slower, more authentic side of the island.
🍽️ Local Dominican Breakfast
Enjoy a traditional breakfast at a local spot — simple, fresh, and part of supporting the community.
🥾 Easy River & Forest Hike
Start a gentle, guided hike along rivers, tropical forest, and cacao landscapes. Designed to be relaxed and accessible for all levels.
💧 Salto de Jima Waterfall
Arrive at the waterfall to swim, unwind, and enjoy a peaceful natural setting, away from crowds.
🌿 Farm-to-Table Lunch & River Time
Share a freshly prepared local meal and relax by the river, with time to connect and enjoy the moment.
🚐 Return to Santo Domingo
Head back feeling refreshed and connected to a different side of the Dominican Republic.
🌿✨ Diaspora Traveler is a Black women-owned tour operator in the Dominican Republic, creating personalized, cultural, and community-based travel experiences for curious, open-hearted travelers.
🤎 Our experiences are intimate and intentional designed for small groups and rooted in real connection. We take you beyond Punta Cana and into the heart of the island, where you can engage with local communities, learn their stories, and experience the culture, history, and nature in an authentic way.
🏳️🌈 We are proudly LGBTQ+ friendly, offering safe and inclusive travel for travelers who want to explore the Dominican Republic beyond the all-inclusive resorts.
🌍 Every journey supports something bigger. We collaborate with local partners, uplift small and women-led businesses, and make sure your travel has a positive impact on the people and places you visit.
✨ When you travel with us you become part of a community, where you feel free and welcomed.