Do I need a 4×4 in Punta Cana?
For most trips, no. Main roads around Punta Cana, Bávaro and Cap Cana are paved, and a modern front-wheel-drive SUV copes well with hills, speed bumps and rain. A true 4×4 is overkill in most cases. If you do want one, we have the Jeep Rubicon — a real 4×4 at $140/day — and all-wheel-drive Mercedes GLC and GLE.
Kia Carens or Suzuki XL7 Hybrid — which should I choose?
Both seat 7, take 4 suitcases, run on premium petrol and cost $85/day all-in. Pick the Kia Carens for the newest cabin and the most comfort. Pick the Suzuki XL7 Hybrid for cruise control, the lowest fuel bill and a bit more ground clearance.
Which SUV fits 5 people + 5 suitcases?
Choose a 7-seater (Kia Carens, Suzuki XL7 Hybrid, Toyota Rush, Honda BR-V) or the full-size Toyota Highlander. With five people on board the third row can stay folded for luggage. Send us your group size and bag sizes and we will confirm the right car.
Is insurance included?
Yes. The price includes third-party liability and full-coverage insurance with a deductible. For SUVs the deductible is $300 — the same amount as the refundable deposit. A zero-deductible option is available on request.
How much is the deposit?
$300 for SUVs, fully refundable. For Premium cars such as the Mercedes GLC and GLE the deposit is calculated individually — we tell you before you book.
Can you deliver to Punta Cana airport (PUJ)?
Yes — $20, and we track your flight number, so a delay costs you nothing. Hotels in Bávaro / Punta Cana are also $20, Macao and Uvero Alto $40, deliveries between 22:00 and 08:00 $60. Pick-up at our Bávaro office is free from 08:00 to 22:00.
Do your SUVs have unlimited mileage?
Yes, every car. Unlimited mileage is inside the daily rate, together with taxes and insurance.
Is the windshield covered?
Glass and tyres are the items rental insurance most often treats separately. Ask us in WhatsApp and we will confirm exactly what is covered for your booking, including the zero-deductible option.
Is an SUV necessary for Macao beach?
Not strictly, but it helps. The extra ground clearance is comfortable on the village roads toward Macao and Uvero Alto and on rough beach access roads. Our SUVs are fine for village roads — not for off-road tracks or driving on sand.
Can I drive to Samaná, Santo Domingo or Bayahíbe?
Yes. Mileage is unlimited, so day trips across the island are fine — Santo Domingo is about two and a half hours on the toll road. The car has to come back to Punta Cana: there are no one-way rentals.
What do I need to rent?
A valid driver's licence from your country (or an international permit) and a passport with an entry stamp less than 90 days old. Minimum driver age is 25.
Do I need a credit card?
No. A credit card is not required to book. VISA and MasterCard are accepted; American Express is not.
What is the fuel policy?
Same-to-same: return the car with the same fuel level you received it with. All SUVs, including the Kia Carens and the Suzuki XL7 Hybrid, run on premium petrol — at Dominican gas stations ask for “gasolina premium”. The XL7 is a petrol hybrid: there is nothing to plug in, it simply uses less fuel.
Which months are cheapest?
Prices follow demand. Winter holidays, mid-December to April, and July–August are the busiest; late spring and autumn are usually quieter. Long rentals are always cheaper per day — the Kia Carens drops to $70/day on a 30-day rental.
Can I get child seats or Wi-Fi?
Yes — child seats are available to rent and in-car Wi-Fi is $6/day. Mention both when you book so they are fitted before you land.
Is there a minimum rental? Can I change my booking?
The minimum is three days (72 hours). Booking changes are free, and you can extend by messaging us. We also match a lower price if the conditions are the same.
Is it safe to drive in the Dominican Republic?
Yes, for visitors who stick to main roads around Punta Cana and Bávaro and avoid driving at night outside resort areas. All cars are new and GPS-tracked, and our team is on WhatsApp 24/7.