Cabarete facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Cabarete
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A beach in Cabarete
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 Cabarete
Location in the Dominican Republic
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| Country | Dominican Republic |
| Province | Puerto Plata |
| Population
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| • Total | 14,600 |
| Climate | Af |
Cabarete is a lively town in the Dominican Republic. It is famous for its beautiful beaches and exciting water sports. This town is located in the Puerto Plata province, right on the coast. Many people visit Cabarete each year to enjoy its sunny weather and amazing waves. You can find it about 11 miles (18 km) from the Puerto Plata airport (POP).
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History of Cabarete
Cabarete was founded in 1835 by a merchant named Zephaniah Kingsley. He moved there with his family and many people he had freed from his plantations. They settled in this area, which was part of his large estate. Today, many descendants of these families still live in Cabarete.
Amazing Beaches for Sports
Cabarete is well-known for its fantastic beaches. These beaches are perfect for many different water sports.
Cabarete Bay: A Hub for Kitesurfing
Cabarete Bay is often called "town beach." It has hosted many big professional kitesurfing competitions. Events like the WorldCup/Copa Mundial, Master of the Ocean, PKRA, and WKL have all taken place here. It's a great spot to watch or try kitesurfing yourself!
Kite Beach: Perfect for Kiting
Kite Beach is about 1.5 miles west of Cabarete Bay. As its name suggests, it's a very popular spot for kiting. It also has a special reef break. This makes it a favorite place for people who enjoy stand up paddle surfing.
Playa Encuentro: Surfer's Paradise
Playa Encuentro is located about 3 miles west of Cabarete Bay. This beach is known as one of the best surfing spots in the entire Caribbean. The waves here are very consistent, meaning they are good for surfing almost all the time.
Fun Things to Do in Cabarete
Cabarete is a top spot for tourists, especially those who love adventure and nature.
Water Sports Capital
Cabarete Bay has hosted the "Professional Windsurfing World Cup" several times. It also hosts the "Master of the Ocean" event every year. This exciting competition includes five different sports: surfing, windsurfing, kitesurfing, standup paddleboarding, and wing foiling. Playa Encuentro, just west of town, is one of the most popular surfing beaches in the Caribbean.
Exploring the Area
The Cabarete tourist area is about 11 miles (18 km) from the Puerto Plata airport. It offers a mix of mountains, lagoons, and beautiful white sand beaches. You can find many places to stay, like condominiums, hotels, and hostels. There are also lots of shops, gift shops, bars, and restaurants to explore.
Nature and Wildlife
One special attraction nearby is the Monumento Natural Lagunas Cabarete y Goleta. This is a protected natural area. It has bays and caves that are full of different kinds of plants and animals. It's a tropical area with unique landforms like sinkholes and mogotes (small hills). You can also see mangrove swamps and tropical jungle. Visitors can learn about many tropical fruits and medicinal plants found here. It's a great place to discover the amazing nature of the Caribbean!
Images for kids
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Evening in Cabarete
See also
In Spanish: Cabarete para niños
