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Los Tres Ojos National Park contains three interconnected freshwater cave lakes in eastern Santo Domingo. Entry costs 100 DOP (≈$1.75 USD). The park opens at 8:00 AM daily and most visitors spend 60–90 minutes. An optional raft crosses to a fourth sulfur lake for 50–100 DOP extra.
What Is Los Tres Ojos?
Los Tres Ojos (The Three Eyes) is a national park in the Villa Duarte neighbourhood of eastern Santo Domingo. The park takes its name from three natural sinkholes — called ojos (eyes) — that open into interconnected underground lakes carved from limestone over millions of years. A fourth lake, accessible by raft, is rarely visited by tour groups and is the park’s hidden highlight.
The Three Lakes: What to Expect at Each
Each lake has a distinct character:
- Lago de los Patos (Duck Lake) — the first you encounter, shallow and bright, with a wooden boardwalk above the water
- Lago de la Nevera (Icebox Lake) — deeper and noticeably cooler, named for the cold air trapped in the cave
- Lago de los Peces (Fish Lake / Lady’s Lake) — the largest, open to the sky and bright emerald green; the most photographed of the three
- Lago de Azufre (Sulfur Lake) — reached by a short raft ride (50–100 DOP), glows turquoise-green and has the most dramatic cave ceiling
Los Tres Ojos Entrance Fee and Opening Hours
The entrance fee is 100 Dominican Pesos (approximately $1.75 USD). The park is open every day from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with last entry at 4:00 PM. There is no official online ticket system — you pay in cash at the gate. Credit cards are not accepted. See our full guide to Los Tres Ojos tickets and prices for 2026 updates.
How to Get to Los Tres Ojos
The park is located at Avenida Las Américas km 9, about 15 km east of the Colonial Zone. Getting there is straightforward:
- Taxi / Uber — most reliable option, costs $8–$12 USD from the Colonial Zone, 15–20 minutes
- Public guagua (bus) — catch the Santo Domingo Este route from Parque Enriquillo, costs 25–40 DOP, 30–40 minutes
- Guided tour — includes hotel pickup, transport, and a local guide; costs $25–$49 USD per person
For detailed transport options including from Punta Cana and the airport, read our complete guide on how to get to Los Tres Ojos.
Best Time to Visit Los Tres Ojos
Arrive at 8:00 AM on a weekday for the fewest crowds and best light. The third lake faces east and catches soft morning sun between 9:00 and 11:00 AM — ideal for photography. Weekends and Dominican public holidays are significantly busier. The best time to visit Los Tres Ojos guide covers seasonal conditions in full detail.
Guided Tours vs. Visiting Independently
You can visit independently for 100 DOP, but a local guide adds real value — they explain the cave geology, point out the small blind freshwater fish unique to the lakes, and ensure you don’t miss the raft to the fourth lake. Guided half-day tours that combine Los Tres Ojos with the Colonial Zone and Faro a Colón cost $40–$49 USD.
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Written by the Los Tres Ojos editorial team, local Santo Domingo travel writers with over 8 years of experience visiting, reviewing, and booking tours at Los Tres Ojos and across the Dominican Republic.
