Santo Domingo: Catamaran with Snorkel, Open Bar and Lunch

Overview ?

Experience the ultimate Caribbean escape with a VIP private tour to Saona Island, departing directly from Santo Domingo. This exclusive journey takes you away from the crowds to the pristine shores of the Cotubanamá National Park. Enjoy personalized service, luxury transportation, and the breathtaking beauty of the most famous island in the Dominican Republic.

Highlights ✨

• Enjoy a private, high-end experience with flexible schedules and personalized attention.
• Cruise through turquoise waters on a speedboat and a relaxing catamaran.
• Visit the famous "Piscina Natural" (Natural Pool) to see giant starfish in waist-deep water.
• Relax on a private beach area with white sands and swaying coconut palms.
• Indulge in a premium lunch and an open bar featuring refreshing tropical drinks.

Full Description ?

Your adventure begins with a comfortable pickup from your location in Santo Domingo, heading toward the charming fishing village of Bayahibe. From there, you will set sail into the Caribbean Sea. Your first stop is the stunning Natural Pool, a sandbar in the middle of the ocean where you can swim in crystal-clear water.

Upon reaching Saona Island, you’ll have hours of leisure time to soak up the sun, walk the shoreline, or swim in the calm waves. As a VIP guest, you will enjoy a delicious buffet lunch featuring local flavors and a selection of drinks from the open bar. The return journey is often a party on a catamaran, complete with tropical music and dancing, ensuring your day ends with high energy and unforgettable memories.

What’s Included ✅

• Round-trip private transportation from Santo Domingo.
• Professional bilingual tour guide.
• Boat transfers (Speedboat and Catamaran).
• Access to a private beach area on Saona Island.
• Premium buffet lunch with lobster (seasonal) and local specialties.
• Open bar with national drinks (Rum, beer, soda, and water).
• Visit to the Natural Pool and Starfish Sanctuary.

What to Bring ?

• Comfortable swimwear and a change of dry clothes.
• Biodegradable sunscreen and a sun hat.
• Sunglasses and a beach towel.
• A waterproof bag for your phone and camera.
• Cash for tips or local souvenirs.

Duration ⏱️ Approximately 10–12 hours.

Price From $159.00 USD per person.

Meeting Point Pickup is included from hotels and Airbnb locations in Santo Domingo City.

Why Travelers Love It ❤️

Travelers adore this tour because it skips the "mass tourism" feel of standard excursions. The private transportation saves hours of waiting, and the VIP access on the island provides a much more peaceful and luxurious atmosphere. Between the attentive crew, the endless drinks, and the postcard-perfect scenery, it is consistently rated as the highlight of any Dominican Republic vacation.