Saona Island Catamaran Tour
- 10-12h
Description
Enjoy an unforgettable day in the Caribbean with our Saona Island catamaran and speedboat tour. Discover its natural pools, relax at Playa Abanico and enjoy free time, a buffet lunch and drinks during the experience.
Saona Island Catamaran Tour: your adventure begins
After picking you up, we'll head to Bayahibe, where we'll set sail for Saona Island. The tour combines a ride by catamaran and another by speedboat, although the order may vary depending on the day's logistics.
During the tour we'll visit the natural pools, where you can swim and enjoy the water.
Then we'll continue to Playa Abanico, on Saona Island, where you'll have time to enjoy the beach, swim and refuel with a typical Dominican buffet lunch with drinks.
During the catamaran ride you can enjoy music and entertainment on board, rounding off a day of sailing, beach and Caribbean scenery.
Get ready to discover Saona Island and enjoy a day sailing the Caribbean!
Details
- 10-12h
- Tour duration may vary depending on your hotel's location and daily operations
- Transportation from your hotel
- Catamaran ride one way (outbound or return) with entertainment and music on board.
- Speedboat ride one way (outbound or return)
- Travel insurance
- National park entrance fees
- National guide
- Visit to the natural pools
- Visit to Playa Abanico
- Life jackets available on the boat
- Traditional Dominican buffet lunch
- Drinks (rum, soft drinks, and water)
- Tips (optional)
- Swimsuit
- Towel
- Hat to protect you from the sun
- Sunscreen
- Change of clothes
- Comfortable shoes
- Flip-flops
- Cash
- Snorkel gear
- Not wheelchair accessible
- For safety reasons and due to weather conditions, the planned order of the stops may change during the tour. These decisions are made directly by the port authority. Such changes do not entitle you to a refund.
- The tour is done by catamaran and speedboat, although the order of the legs may vary depending on availability. If the return trip is by speedboat, the stop at the starfish sanctuary will take place on the way back.
Frequently asked questions
When should I book?
We recommend booking in advance if you have a specific date in mind, as spots are subject to availability.
What will you do on the Saona Island catamaran tour?
You'll sail by catamaran and speedboat, visit the natural pools and enjoy time at Playa Abanico. The tour also includes a buffet lunch, drinks, music and entertainment during the catamaran ride.
How do you get to Saona Island on the tour?
After the transfer to Bayahibe, the tour combines a catamaran ride and a speedboat ride. The order of the two boats may vary depending on the day's logistics.
Do you visit Saona Island's natural pools?
Yes. The tour includes a stop at the natural pools, where you can swim and enjoy the surroundings.
Can you see starfish on the tour?
During the visit to the natural pools you may have the chance to see starfish in their natural habitat. Whether they're there depends on the natural conditions of the day.
Which beach do you visit on Saona Island?
The tour includes a visit to Playa Abanico, where you'll have time to enjoy the beach and swim in its waters.
What's the difference between the catamaran tour and the VIP Saona Island tour?
This tour combines catamaran and speedboat and includes the natural pools and Playa Abanico. The VIP tour follows a different route by speedboat or motor catamaran and visits other spots on Saona Island, such as Mano Juan, Playa Toro and Canto de la Playa, subject to the day's conditions and logistics.
How long is the Saona Island tour?
The tour lasts approximately 10-12 hours. The total time may vary depending on your hotel's location and the day's logistics.
Is transportation included?
Yes. The tour includes pickup and transportation from participating hotels in Punta Cana, Bávaro, Arena Gorda, Uvero Alto and Bayahibe.
Is lunch included?
Yes. The tour includes a typical Dominican buffet lunch and drinks such as rum, soft drinks and water.
Is snorkel gear included?
No. Snorkel gear is not included, so you'll need to bring your own if you want to use it on the tour.
What should I bring on the tour?
We recommend bringing a swimsuit, a towel, a cap or hat, sunscreen, a change of clothes, comfortable shoes, flip-flops, cash and snorkel gear if you want to use it.
What's not included?
Tips, which are optional, and any other personal expenses or services not expressly listed as included are not included.
Is it wheelchair accessible?
No. This tour is not wheelchair accessible.
Can the route change due to weather?
Yes. For safety reasons or due to weather conditions, the order of the stops and of the catamaran and speedboat rides may be changed when the port authority decides so. These changes do not entitle you to a refund.
Is the Saona Island tour a good option for kids?
It can be a great option to enjoy Saona Island as a family. Keep in mind it's a full-day tour, lasting approximately 10-12 hours, with rides on different boats.
Which operator will run this tour?
Your provider's name will appear on your confirmation voucher after you book. We work with local partners for shared experiences, while Xplora Riviera runs its private tours directly. Either way, Xplora Riviera will be your point of contact to help with any issue related to your booking.
Cancellation
- Free! Cancel at no cost up to 72 hours before the activity. If you cancel later:
- Cancellations less than 72 hours in advance: a 30% penalty of the total amount applies.
- Cancellations less than 24 hours in advance: a 100% penalty of the total amount applies.
- No-shows: 100% penalty, except in case of an accident or a justified medical reason.
- If you need to reschedule your tour, we'll do everything we can to move your booking to the new date you choose, as long as there is real availability on the date you want.