How to get from Punta Cana to Macau. Beaches of Macau: description and entertainment

Macau Beach is located 20 km from Bavaro. It is called wild due to the fact that it is somewhat secluded from the bulk of tourists. More recently, many vacationers and even the Dominicans themselves had no idea that it existed. Mostly residents of nearby villages who come on weekends relax here.

Many are attracted here by massive waves, long ivory sandy beaches, palm trees leaning over the sea and majestic cliffs. This is an excellent place for a romantic getaway, surfing and great photos.

Relax on Macau Beach

Macau Beach is not equipped with sun loungers and umbrellas, but there are many palm trees that provide protection from the scorching sun on hot days.

Surf school "Macao Surf Camp" on Macao beach

The left side of the coastline is excellent for surfing, thanks to the frequent large wons. The Macao Surf Camp surfing club has been located here for several years now, where experienced instructors teach beginners this interesting sport. If you take a lesson, the equipment will be provided, otherwise you can just rent it. Surfers prefer to come to Macau Beach in November-December, when the wind blowing from the north creates huge waves.

The right side of the beach is calmer, so it is more suitable for families with small children and the privacy of romantic couples. There is also a cozy fish restaurant where you can taste delicious dishes from freshly caught fish, drink beer or soft drinks, and just relax in the shade of umbrellas. You can also buy food and drinks from local merchants located along the beach.

Vacationers who arrive by car can leave it right on the sandy shore. In souvenir shops you can buy interesting things that will remind you of this wonderful place with incredible natural beauty.

The Macau area is home to three golf courses, a casino, and a historical landmark, Monumento A Los Heroes De Palo Hincado, which allows vacationers to learn more about the Dominican Republic. Just 1 km separates Macau Beach and the Faldo Legacy Course.

Through mountains, coffee and cocoa plantations you can reach the Anamuyi mountain river, which forms a deep natural pool. Here you can take equally beautiful photographs against the backdrop of rocks and waterfalls.

Wedding in a romantic location, Macau Beach

Macau has become a destination where many couples dream of getting married. A wedding in this beautiful secluded place, far from vacationers, will not leave anyone indifferent. Photos of a couple in love turn out gorgeous, thanks to the color of sea water, the variety of natural scenery, snow-white sand, rocky shore and gracefully bending palm trees.

Macau's wild beach is the perfect place for a symbolic wedding ceremony

How to get there

You can get to Macau Beach on your own or as part of an excursion. Those traveling by car can get there along a convenient route with signs. It is also possible to order a transfer or taxi.

Beach Macau Dominican Republic.

Macau Beach is very different from all the others, it is not protected by a coral reef, but looks out onto the open ocean. The beach will appeal to lovers of high waves and is ideal for surfing; the local population likes to relax here on weekends.

Macau Beach is almost the only wild beach in Punta Cana; there are no hotels and, in general, few buildings. The sand on the beach is yellow and soft, there are many palm trees, and Macau is surrounded by dense tropical forest. The beach is secretly divided into two zones: the surfer zone and the swimming zone. The second part of the beach is protected by a high rock, which provides good protection from waves and undercurrents.

I know a lot of locals and foreigners permanently living in the Dominican Republic who call Macau their favorite beach. In the entire Macau region, this is the least touristy beach, despite the fact that there are quite a lot of tourists visiting the beach as part of excursions. The most crowded day is Sunday; local families come here for a picnic on their day off. There are several cafes on Macau beach, where you can eat fresh seafood, drink natural juices or coconut milk. Many come with barbecues, refrigerators and huge speakers and decide the issue of food and entertainment on their own.

Despite the fact that Macau beach is wild, it is always full of people. Photographers come here early in the morning; a huge number of photo sessions and wedding ceremonies are held here. There are several surf stations on the beach; as part of many excursions, tourists are brought here for relaxation and photography. You can order or on our website.

Macau Beach – how to get there?

The beach is located 20 km from Bavaro and most hotels in Punta Cana. Public transport is not yet developed in Punta Cana. You can get to Macau by rented car, taxi or as part of an excursion trip. Not long ago, a completely new road was made to Macau Beach, signs and road signs were put up, getting here with a rented car will not be difficult.

We will always help you rent a car reliably and inexpensively or organize a one-way or two-way transfer. No matter how you plan to visit Macau, the beach should definitely be on your list of places to visit during your trip.

Macau Beach - Surfing in the Dominican Republic.

Macau Beach is located in such a way that there is practically no need to catch a wave here; they visit the beach almost every day; both professionals and beginners will find waves to their taste. There are several surfing schools on the beach, one of the oldest and most popular is the Russian school, with which we cooperate. You can choose either a group or individual lesson; as a rule, one day of training takes about 4 hours; already in the first lesson, most people get up on the board.

The most dangerous thing about surfing is becoming addicted; as a rule, those who get on the board once want to repeat it again and again and again. Having tried it once, I still ride now.

Macau, of course, is not a beach tourist destination, but there are beaches here, which, in general, is logical, because all around is the South China Sea. Local beaches, in fact, are intended for the local population, who really like to relax here. Despite the presence at the Galaxy Macau Hotel excellent water complex, we still didn’t mind swimming in the real sea.

When preparing a trip to Macau, it turned out that there are several beaches here, but the most popular ones are located in the southern part of the island of Coloane ( I already mentioned that it is connected with the neighboring island of Taipa into one large island of Cotai) two beaches Cheoc Van And Hac Sa. There is a lot of public transport here, and the closest stop to our hotel is a few minutes' walk away, if you exit through Crystal Lobby and cross the highway at the pedestrian crossing, let me remind you that traffic here is on the left ( and the next stop is right opposite The Venetian, you just need to cross the highway via an overpass).

At the stops there are signs indicating routes and fares, so you can figure it out without any problems. We could get there by buses 25, 26A, these routes go to the final one - Hak Sa beach, and along the way they make a stop at Cheok Wan beach, so if you wish, you can easily visit them in turn. The traffic schedule, route maps and fares can be found here http://www.dsat.gov.mo/bus/en/bus_service.aspx ( By the way, the fare depends on where the passenger boards, and not on the destination).

Buses run frequently, however, we made a “tactical miscalculation” by deciding to go to the beach on Saturday at lunchtime... Quite a lot of necessary buses passed us, but they didn’t stop... It’s just that, unlike our public transport drivers, here the driver can easily pass the stop (if no one needs to get off) when the bus is full ( although the concept of “bus fullness” in Macau and in Russia is very different, and our drivers would brake at stops without hesitation, ramming everyone into the cabin...)

After standing for half an hour and waving at passing buses, we decided to try again the next day. And so, on Sunday morning we finally boarded the right bus. Locals pay for travel with a special card, but tourists hardly need to bother buying one, since they hardly use public transport; free shuttle buses are enough ( one important point: Hong Kong Octopus is not valid in Macau , don't even try). Well, if you decide to take a ride out of town, then have some change ready for the fare, as the driver won’t give you change! On the bus next to the driver there is a stand with a metal box, you throw coins into the slot on the lid, and on the driver’s side the box has a glass wall, the coins lie flat next to each other, the driver sees at a glance how much you threw, then presses the lever and the coins fall into the receiver below.

By the way, for some reason in Macau they don’t accept a coin like this in denomination of 10 Hong Kong dollars. I could not find out the reason; all other coins and banknotes of Hong Kong are accepted here with a bang. And in Hong Kong itself, this coin does not create any problems.

The bus to the beach goes along a rather picturesque route, I don’t remember exactly the travel time, it seemed no more than half an hour. At the final stop there are shops with various bathing accessories. (swimming trunks, swimsuits, glasses, inflatable rings, etc.), the beach is equipped with showers, toilets, changing rooms, there is a green park and a camping area along the beach, and at the end of the park there is a large picnic area.

Showers and changing rooms

Pleasant shady alley along the beach

Behind the fence is a camping area. You pay the rent and set up a tent. A very common practice in countries and cities with high population densities.

Large picnic area with stationary barbecues. A very popular place among Macau residents, for example, a large group of schoolchildren in three photographs above began to relax here in full force.

The Hak Sa beach itself is described in many guidebooks as an excellent place for swimming and I quote: “ with a warm crystal clear sea and amazing black volcanic sand“... The sea may be warm, but the sand is not black at all, although once it probably was, but over time it mixed with the ordinary sand brought here and lost its original color. The transparency of the water certainly cannot be called “crystal” ( well, or is it some kind of special cloudy crystal). I would like to say separately about the “cleanliness of the sea”, because we never expected to see so much garbage both on the beach and in the water! During our Hong Kong-Macao trip, only one beach could amaze with its unsanitary conditions more than Hak Sa - on the island of Cheung Chau in Hong Kong...

The result of a vacation is that all this garbage ends up on the beach, and garbage from vacationers directly on the sand is added to it.

But if they monitored the cleanliness here, it would be a really good beach...

It is quite possible that the littering of the beach is the result of a Saturday weekend, when locals came here in countless numbers, and maybe after the weekend they thoroughly clean up here, and, again, it may be that on weekdays the beach is quite clean... But this theory is repeated We didn’t want to check it out during the trip. Also, after what I saw, I didn’t want to go to another local beach - Cheok Wan, since it is located very close, it was logical to predict in advance its equally littered state. And we were not mistaken... Walking along the beautiful coastal path on our next visit, we immediately noticed that the sea in the area of ​​Cheok Wan Beach was much dirtier, and this is clearly visible even on the holographic maps. So one thing can be said about a beach holiday in Macau - for us it is not here. By the way, we didn’t see a single aborigine swimming; they walk along the sand or along the embankment, go sailing, but you definitely won’t find anyone joyfully splashing in the sea waves.

Despite the fact that swimming in " warm crystal clear sea on a black sand beach“We didn’t succeed, we didn’t experience any particular upset, and were once again glad to have our own “micro-sea” in our Galaxy hotel.

For the rest of the day we decided to walk around the old town. Having safely reached the center by shuttle bus, we realized that this was a rash decision. Macau on a Sunday is completely different from Macau on a weekday. Unrealistically gigantic crowds of tourists, there’s literally nowhere for an apple to fall! But, since we arrived, we went for a walk. With great difficulty we filtered through Senate Square to the ruins of the cathedral, rested a little and headed into the city alleys. This was the right decision! No tourists, silence, local flavor in all its glory, just great!

Senate Square is simply teeming with tourists...

The alley from the square to the ruins of the cathedral is so densely packed that the speed of movement in it is slower than the speed of a snail. A small gap at the beginning of the alley is just a “temptation”, then there’s just a wall of people!

Near the ruins of the cathedral, it was with great difficulty that we found a place on the curb to sit down and rest.

And in the alleys there is no one, peace and quiet!

You can even come across benches in a secluded shady place, which is very rare for the city.

By the way, in the summer it is very hot in Macau, be sure to take water with you and keep in mind that for some reason there are incredibly few benches in the city, so it will be difficult to sit comfortably and relax. Even those benches that were there on our first visit, for example near the dancing fountains of the Wynn casino, were removed for some reason...

In the late afternoon, after the interesting alleys of Macau, we decided to walk along the Fisherman's Wharf embankment. On the way, we walked past the Wynn casino, where we once again enjoyed watching the short show “The Dragon of Fortune” and, without waiting for the next performance, “Prosperity tree ", moved on.

Wynn Casino

Great short introduction to The Dragon of Fortune

Again, past Grand Lisboa... nothing, and we’ll definitely come here someday

What a strange silhouette of the pedestrian on the sign

I have already talked about Fisherman's Wharf in some detail, so here are just a couple of photos

Unfortunately, there was some kind of construction going on on a significant part of the embankment, so we didn’t get the expected impressions, but we still had a nice stroll.

It’s good that we’ve already visited the center of Macau. And most importantly, the photographs show what Macau can be like without the crowds of people!

This time we again did not visit many interesting places in Macau: the Guia lighthouse, the Macau Giant Panda Pavilion, the “Prosperity tree” show at the Wynn casino, there is also an aquarium with a thousand jellyfish, we did not walk through many very famous casinos with beautiful interiors and gorgeous shows, we didn’t walk through the old quarters of Taipa... So we’ll be back again!

China attracts adventurers from all over the world, regardless of skin color, religion or other cultural background. There are many architectural monuments, exhibitions of the most famous works of art, and a huge number of stunning beaches, whose warm sand tickles your feet. The unique city of Macau mixes two cultures: Chinese originality and authentic classical Portugal. The beaches of Macau are as much the pride of this country as its glorious history.

Features of Macau beaches

Since there are a huge number of beaches here, for convenience, they can all be divided into several categories:

1. beaches for families with children;
2. beaches for eco-recreation;
3. beaches for youth recreation;
4. beaches for lovers of romance;
5. beaches for those wishing to undergo treatment during their holidays.

Relax with your children

It cannot be said that Macau aims to be considered a good family resort, but many local beaches are well suited for swimming a small child. You should take into account the climatic features of the resort: summers here are very stuffy and humid, and winters are sunny, but quite cold. Fans of family holidays are often advised to visit Coloane Beach, because its infrastructure allows both adults and children to have a good rest. There are golf and tennis courts, a stable, a barbecue area, as well as a zoo, an aviary with birds and children's playgrounds.

Offers for turbulent youth

Young people will also have something to do. The best sandy beaches of Macau offer a million opportunities to play in the casino, practice extreme sports or try national cuisine. The nightlife here is very vibrant, barely subsiding in the morning, so those who like to dance will not have to look for a long time to find something to do. Horse and greyhound racing and bullfights are also sometimes held here. Young people also like to relax in Macau because it is here that the legendary Formula 3 competitions are held. If you are tired of gambling, you can visit the most interesting excursions to historical places.

Macau – land of health and romance

Many holidaymakers come to Macau precisely because traditional Chinese medicine has fans all over the world. Here you can undergo an acupuncture procedure, order a unique massage or take a course of herbal medicine. Lovers of romantic pastimes will also find their own paradise in Macau. For example, you can climb a high TV tower and view the city from above, holding hands tightly. You can also engage in extreme sports together, because instructors are waiting for you on every beach.

We will talk about the most famous Dominican beach - Macau. What is it, where is it located and what to do there? All this is further in the article!

Wild Macau Beach

The Dominican Republic is an island, and therefore there are only beaches, beaches and more beaches around. Some of them are wild, others are private, ennobled. However, they all have one thing in common - a beautiful warm sea and an atmosphere of good mood.

Conventionally, all the beaches of the island of Haiti can be divided into 2 groups, those that are washed by the waters of the Atlantic Ocean and those that are located in the Caribbean Sea. In this article we will talk about the most famous beach, which is included in the first group - Macau.

On the one hand, this is a wild place, and on the other, it is completely homely and cozy. Many surfers come here with the desire to catch the next wave and spend a considerable part of their lives on this beach. Photographers return again and again to get new, beautiful shots and hone their skills. In my opinion, the word “wild” sounds more like a noun or a proper name and, in no case, like an adjective. I want to say only one thing, this is a truly unique place with which many memories are associated with any person who has visited it.

Where is Macau Beach?

Let's start from the beginning... The beach is located 15 km from the resort town of Bavaro. Recently, new high-quality roads were built on the island. It was a lucky coincidence that they passed right near the most interesting places, which included Macau Beach. If the path starts from Bavaro, then you can reach it quickly and comfortably, spending about 15-30 minutes of time, moving along highway 105. Just before the intersection of the Uvero Alto highway and highway 105, you need to turn right and we are almost there . There is no public transport, but a local taxi (motoconchi) or private transfer will take you there safely.

Macau beach on the map

Coordinates 18.769687, -68.529368

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Photo shoot on Macau beach

For many photographers, this beach has become the hallmark of their portfolio. Both regular photo shoots and weddings are held here. Macau is considered wild, and therefore no permit is required. There are usually few people on the beach, so it has become quite popular in the photography industry. If you are staying at a hotel in the Punta Cana - Bavaro area and do not want to spend a lot of time on long journeys to remote photo shoot locations, then this option is for you!

Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to get to Macau Beach?

Depends on your location, on average 15-30 minutes.

Is Macau Beach Wild?

Yes, this is a wild beach. Entrance there does not require any additional payment or pass.

If this beach is wild, then no one cleans it?

Nature has created a unique slope of the shore on this beach, so it is usually clean and does not require cleaning. Only during the short algae blooming season is the shore lightly strewn with them.

Can we surf on Macau Beach?

Yes! This is a popular spot among surfers.

What time to plan a photo shoot on Macau beach?

The best hours for a photo shoot are before 11 and after 15.

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photo shoot on the Macau beach – Photographer in the Dominican Republic

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