ABOUT KIBAYO

Kibayo is a peaceful getaway hidden between a lush green lagoon and the Atlantic Ocean, located between Cabarete and Sosua in the North coast of the Dominican Republic. The location consists of a villa with a calming and earthy look and feel, where guests have the opportunity to stay amongst nature.

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OUR VISION

A tropical front and backyard with swimming pool, bar/restaurant area, organic garden, lagoon entrance, multifunctional garden cabana and direct access to an array of holistic amenities. Feel good, do good is our essence. We believe that we can reach this by providing a place where everybody has the opportunity to feel connected with themselves, others and the world around them.

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MISSION
Our mission is to connect people through shared experiences, by providing a place where you can sink into presence. A place to connect, explore and enjoy, all at your own pace.

VISION
Sharing happiness by being connected with yourself, others and the world around you.

RESPONSIBILITY
We care for people and our planet. We strive to be a community driven, socially engaged and environmentally conscious brand.

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our LOCATION

The positioning and surroundings of Kibayo are unique and special. Kibayo is located next to National Park El Choco which offers a world of nature for hiking, mountain biking, fresh water lagoons, and caves. Our big secluded garden provides a beautiful view over the park and a private entrance into the park’s lagoon. In addition, Kibayo is also located next to the Atlantic Ocean, with the world-famous Kite Beach within walking distance. And just a 10-minute drive from the center of Cabarete and Sosua which offers a wide variety of restaurants, bars, clubs, shops, and much more.

HISTORY KIBAYO BUILDING

Kibayo opened its doors in December 2021. Before that time, it was already a healing place. For 20 years it functioned as a nursing home where people with psychological problems and/or addiction came to rehab and relax. It was a place where AA meetings where held every week and where people who needed it were cared for. It is therefore no wonder that you still feel the healing energy when you step through the gate.

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ABOUT THE OWNERS AND FOUNDERS

We are Taif van der Haar and Estee Princen – van der Haar, founders and owners of Kibayo. We are dreamers at heart, and always on the pursuit of living life to the fullest. We do this by making our dreams become a reality. As strong believers in being the creators of our life, we strive to take daily actions towards our goals. This is what makes us happy, and the happier we can be, the happier others will be. Making the world a happier place. It was from this place that we created Kibayo, to enable others to become inspired and make the world a happier place.

OUR mission

To connect a tribe of travellers through shared experiences, by providing a place where you can sink into presence. A place to connect, explore and enjoy. All at your own pace.

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THE ESSENCE

Feel good,
do good

RESPONSIBILTY

We care for people and our planet. We strive to be a community driven, socially engaged and environmentally conscious brand.

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