La Botánica Tropical

TENs of LA BOTÁNICA TROPICAL
1) We do our activities in the Dominican Republic with love, because we enjoy it and we enjoy the satisfaction of our visitors 2) We provide information truthfully, we do not invent nonsense and fairy tales about life and conditions in the Dominican Republic 3) We do not slander or attack any "competition", we do not comment special information about beaches on FB groups, etc., whether the Atlantic Ocean or the Caribbean Sea is better. Honestly, we consider these discussions to be laughable or downright ridiculous. 4) We don't deal with the state of hotels, hotel services, etc. We honestly don't care. ) We take any comments, feedback seriously and want to be the best 7) ​​Upon agreement, we organize special and tailor-made trips for our clients, getting to know the DR, privately, individually or in small groups as desired. If someone is only looking for beaches and food with alcohol in hotels, entertainment for small children, we would like to inform these guests that we are not suitable accommodation. 9) We will help with car, motorcycle and other matters. 10) We don't hide behind anonymous groups, we are transparent, we have nothing against anyone and we don't want to have anything. The only thing we are interested in is the peace and satisfaction of our guests. V & M wishes you a wonderful holidayPS: we appreciate constructive criticism of our work. Gossip and resentment in the public space we pass with a smile. That's always better than feeding the devil :-)

Acommodation in Punta Cana

Do you dream of an adventurous exotic vacation with golden beaches as if cut out of a travel agency catalog? Then there is nothing easier than making this dream come true in a place that Christopher Columbus already described as paradise on earth more than 500 years ago. It is the Dominican Republic located together with the neighboring country of Haiti on one of the islands of the Greater Antilles - Hispaniola.
On the northeastern coast of the island is the resort of Punta Cana. Until recently, this area was desolate and overgrown with bamboo thickets, but in recent years it has turned into a sought-after tourist destination, especially for its virgin palm beaches. And luckily for you in Punta Cana you will find comfortable accommodation with a Czech owner. During your vacation, you will be dazzled by natural beauty, rich history and life flowing to the swinging rhythm of local merengue music.
About accommodation in Punta Cana
In the 15th century, Christopher Columbus could have dreamed of reaching the earthly paradise in a few hours by plane. Fortunately, you have that option today, and you can even stay in a Czech mini-pension in the Dominican Republic in the far Caribbean. This family-type accommodation is located in a pleasant green environment of tropical vegetation. At the same time, you will be only a few minutes away from the beaches considered by many prestigious rankings to be the most beautiful in the whole world.
The Bávaro district, in which the Czech accommodation in Punta Cana is located, is both quiet and safe. Another advantage is the easy accessibility to shops, restaurants and entertainment at any time of the day or night. The guesthouse consists of a family villa for 4-5 people and three apartments for two people. In the middle of the complex, which provides all guests with plenty of privacy, guests can use the swimming pool to refresh themselves.

How La Botánica Tropical was born from an idea

On Christmas 2021, a local neighbor came to me and said to me: "Vladimir, no quieres comprar un solar alla? Esta disponible. Un señor viejo quiere venderlo"....
So I said that's an excellent idea. And he says that his Haitian cousin has a construction company and will build me whatever I want. Well.....so we went for it. And after a big battle and a little (a lot) from a distance, we built our La Botánica Tropical. I also had to show my wife my homeland, the Czech Republic and my family, of course...and the snow :-).
In July 2022, we welcomed our first Czech guests to somewhat wild conditions. You know, there were still a lot of things missing and I was constantly apologizing for the imperfections. They are young, so they were understanding :-)...maybe :-). I am writing these lines in February 2023. More than 100 clients, from about 20 countries of the world, have already settled with us. It is very sometimes exciting and rewarding. Artem from Kazakhstan or a couple from Peru, that was exotic for me. However, for Marisol, the Czech Republic is increasingly exotic :-)
We value our guests very much. 99% were extremely satisfied and we are happy, it is a great reward for us. Of course, nothing is perfect and we are always trying to improve. And processing even that one % :-).
You are warmly welcome. But please, in any case, go through the questions and answers and think for yourself whether our La Botánica Tropical is the most suitable accommodation for you. Maybe you, like 1% of our guests, are looking for all inclusive in a ***** hotel...
Thank you and we look forward to seeing you. Hasta luego y pronto! Vladimir and Marisol Malohlava

Accommodation in a sheltered residence with a Czech background

The nature of DR - Google

  • The Dominican Republic is located in the eastern part of the island of Hispaniola, which is part of the Greater Antilles archipelago..
  • The island is crossed by three mountain ranges, of which the Central Cordillera (Cordillera Central) is the highest mountain range in the Caribbean and at the same time one of the national parks. In the Parque Nacional Armando Bermúdez rises the highest mountain, Pico Duarte, reaching a height of 3087 m above sea level. This park is very densely covered with vegetation and we can find everything from orchids to wild parrots (amazonia ventralis). 12 of the most important rivers also originate in it. In the eastern part of the park is the largest waterfall, Salto de Aguas Blancas, falling to a depth of 83 m. In the neighborhood is the José del Carmen Ramírez Parque Nacional, which covers rich tropical jungle-type vegetation with a rich fauna. Over 12% of the total area of ​​the Dominican Republic is protected and you will find another 12 national parks and 9 nature reserves. Another such place is the Enriquillo salt lake in the southwest, where you can be surrounded by crocodiles (which live freely here in the largest number ever) and over a meter large iguanas, ibis birds, herons and flamingos. The lake is also the lowest point of the island. In the northeast, visit Los Haitises National Park, where you will see dozens of pelicans, frigatebirds, cormorants and seagulls, a significant part of the park is covered with mangroves. Another point of interest are the limestone caves where Tain wall paintings have been preserved intact. Famous Caribbean pirates Cofresí and John Rackham hid in the caves in the past, and scenes from Jurassic Park were also filmed here. The Sierra De Baoruco National Park is home to over 50% of all orchid species found so far in the Dominican Republic and is home to the largest conifer forest in the Caribbean. To the east, the Del Este National Park is a refuge for several dozen species of birds, but large iguanas can sometimes be spotted on the shores. If you're lucky, you'll also see a type of marine mammal called a "manatee" - a sea siren that can only be found in a few places on our planet. In the Jaragua National Park in the south of the island, you can see not only dolphins, but also large sea turtles, or even a sea siren in the clear waters of the Caribbean. There is also the salty (and largest Dominican) lake Lago Enriquillo, roughly 40 m below sea level (it is thus the lowest point in the Caribbean), where crocodiles also live. These, along with flamingos, can be observed here from the island of Cabritos on the lake. Many species of birds nest on the nearby freshwater lake Cabral, including kingfishers, herons and raptors.
  • Among the animals that you can see with your own eyes on the island are about 250 species of birds, 30 species of reptiles, several dozen species of amphibians and mammals, although no large ones live here. The interior is then occupied by an impassable jungle hiding in its interior not only a lot of birds and amphibians, but also various insects, which, fortunately, are not difficult or dangerous. Every year between January and March, the mating ritual of kerporkaku whales takes place off the Dominican coast. The number of whales that come here is estimated at three thousand.
  • There are over 5600 species of plants in the Dominican Republic and new species are discovered every year. What is interesting about this number is that 36% of the species out of this number are endemic. Among the most exotic are over 300 varieties of orchids and 200 types of hibiscus. The interior of the island and its mountain range are made up of impermeable tropical and subtropical jungle. In the south of the island, near the border with Haiti, there is one of the few dry forests on our planet that is practically still untouched by man. Cacti grow here, but also typical desert vegetation.
  • The most common agricultural crops are palm trees (there are several dozen species), sugar cane, cocoa, coffee, citrus and banana trees.

Constanza
Constanza
Samaná
Samaná
Playa Macao
Playa Macao

Lago de Enrique

Peninsula Samaná
Peninsula Samaná
Papayas field (Lechoza)
Papayas field (Lechoza)

Dominican Republic

The Dominican Republic is located in the Caribbean Sea, on the eastern part of the island of Hispaniola, which is part of the Greater Antilles archipelago. is the second largest and most populous country in the Caribbean region (surpassed only by Cuba). The area of ​​the country is 48,730 km2, the number of inhabitants is less than 9 million. More than 20% of the country's population works in agriculture. Another important sector is the processing industry, which is mainly represented by sugar factories, rum distilleries and tobacco processing plants. In the 1990s, the Dominican Republic became a sought-after destination for discerning Western tourists, and tourism became a significant source of income for the state budget. Punta Cana, Playa Bavaro, Uvero Alto in the east, Bayahibe in the southeast, Boca Chica, Juan Dolio or the capital of Santo Domingo in the south, Cabarete and Puerto Plata in the north, and the newly discovered Samaná peninsula became the most visited places.

Playa de las Salinas