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Saona Island catamaran cruise with private beach area and lunch
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Saona Island catamaran cruise with private beach area and lunch

4.3/5

Excellent
999 reviews
from
$129.12
Free cancellation
Language: German, Spanish, English, French
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: more than 8 hours

This experience meets the Global Sustainable Tourism Council criteria. By choosing this experience you can protect the places you love, care for the environment and support local communities.

Why you’ll love this…
  • A fast boat and catamaran cruise to Saona Island sets the stage for an unforgettable adventure
  • You'll relax, sunbathe, and soak in the stunning views on deck as you sail across the Caribbean
  • An Insta-perfect private beach awaits, reserved exclusively for guests to stretch out and unwind
  • All drinks are included, allowing you to savour a delicious beachside lunch featuring local food
  • Your expert local guide shares unmatched knowledge about Saona Island and its natural wonders
What to expect

Pure relaxation awaits on this trip to Saona Island. If you're looking for that perfect Insta-ready escapade, you've found it. Saona is a textbook tropical daydream of an island, swathed in exotic flora and fringed with swaying palm trees, powder white sands and endless blue-green waters. You'll reach the island in a combination of catamaran and fast boat, with an outbound snorkel stop.

Ramon, one of our expert guides, says "we work hard to protect our pristine environment and all the species that make it so special. We were the first country to protect manatees by law, and we have a turtle conservation programme here on Saona, too." The island and surrounding sea are of such importance for their biodiversity that they're protected as a national park.

You'll set sail from Bayahibe into the sun-splashed seas surrounding Cotubanama National Park. Along the way, you'll stop to swim or snorkel among shoals of tropical fish at a shallow pool formed by sandbanks in the middle of the sea. Once you arrive at Saona, you'll have plenty of time to soak up those dazzling vistas and snap lots of photos. Perhaps you'll take a barefoot stroll along the one-kilometre-long private beach, or maybe you'd prefer simply relaxing with a cocktail. Although Saona is one of the country's most-visited areas, there's an exclusive beach area reserved just for you. Another highlight is the surf'n'turf lunch at a beachfront restaurant. And don't worry about getting thirsty – all your drinks are included.

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What's included
  • check Transport
  • check Boat cruise
  • check Guide
  • check National park fee
  • check Lunch
  • check Open bar serving locally branded drinks
Where
Saona Café, Bayahíbe 23000
What to remember
  • Do not use fins for snorkelling to avoid damaging reefs
  • It'll be determined on the day which leg of the journey is by fast boat and which is by catamaran
  • Pick-up transfers are available for this experience from every hotel in the Punta Cana area
  • Not suitable for expectant mothers or guests with back problems
  • Not suitable for guests with reduced mobility
  • Bring bathing gear and sunblock
  • Bring a towel
  • Bring a hat
  • Subject to weather conditions
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Provider
TUI DOMINICANA, S.A.S
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

Excellent

4.3 /5

Based on 999 reviews from verified customers


Review categories

Safety

4.1/5

Value for money

4/5

Staff

4.1/5

Service

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  • I

    Ioana

    Verified booking

    4.6

    October 9, 2025

    Solo traveler


    A fost ceva de vis,ghidul la superlativ,prietenos,ofera toate informa?iile despre calatorie ,respecta timpul ?i toate activita?ile,e?ti în siguran?a pe apa pt ca por?i vesta de salvare la dus ?i la întors,pe insula mâncarea este proaspata ?i te serve?ti singur cat vrei,nu lipse?te apa suc ,cocktailuri ,ce nu mi a placut pe barca sandwishurile nu au fost ambalate individual,au fost puse intr o tava de aluminiu ?i fiecare punea mâna ,fructele au fost puse pe un be?i?or toate puse împreuna pe tava

  • S

    Seasoned travellers

    Verified booking

    5

    October 7, 2025

    Traveled as a couple


    The guys on the boat transfer were excellent, especially on the way out. There were a couple of people on our trip who had mobility issues and they were very attentive, making sure they were looked after. Great day out, especially enjoyed seeing dolphins and the starfish.

  • A

    AP

    Verified booking

    5

    October 7, 2025

    Traveled with a group of friends


    We loved it all!! Only comment would be on ticket it says it’s an 8 hour excursion when this is a 12 hour excursion

  • M

    Merv

    Verified booking

    3

    October 7, 2025

    Traveled with a group of friends


    We were told to be ready to be picked up at 7.25 but then had to wait over an hour at the harbour for the guide and the rest of the party to arrive. We could have had breakfast. The toilets on the island were disgusting and constituted a health hazard. No water a d very little hand sanitizer Also it would have been useful to know that we would have to wade through the sea to access the boat On the way the back the catamaran did not have enough seating so some people had to sit on the floor

  • S

    Shaun

    Verified booking

    3

    October 6, 2025

    Traveled as a couple


    The guide Danny was brilliant,made us laugh from start to finish. The first stop on the catamaran was beautiful.An hour swimming and soaking up the sun. When we arrived at Saona I was very disappointed.The beach hadn't been cleared of seaweed and there was a foul smell drifting in the air. Then we had a meal which was pretty average. After finishing this myself and my partner required the toilet.None of these would flush and no water to wash your hands! Value for money very disappointing.

  • M

    Mo

    Verified booking

    3.4

    October 6, 2025

    Traveled as a couple


    My friend recently took a similar cruise, which was £30 cheaper per person, and their package included an on-island tour, offering significantly better value. With TUI, we cruised around the island! The private beach area was disappointing. It was advertised as a secluded spot but was merely a section of the main beach with sun loungers, not all of which offered shade from the sun for two hours. There was no free bar. Just an offer of a drink. No MamaJuana! I would not recommend this cruise.

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