Best Trip to Saona Island: Beaches, Snorkeling, Sea Star (max 15), Speedboat
ID: GYG1476642-2255015
Category:
Country: Dominican Republic
Duration:
08:00 hours
Description
"Enjoy a day in a small group of 15 travelers: snorkeling, starfish, and a stroll with turtles. Enjoy a round-trip speedboat ride, a multilingual tour guide, an open bar, and a glass of wine, all included."
We pick you up at your hotel and head to Bayahibe, the starting point of this Caribbean adventure. From there, you'll set sail aboard a comfortable, safe speedboat equipped with life jackets for your peace of mind, heading to a place few tourists get to know: our private snorkeling area, where you can explore marine life away from the crowds.
We continue to the natural pool, a setting of crystal-clear waters where starfish and sea turtles coexist in their natural habitat. On the way, we'll cross the Catuano Canal, where the Caribbean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean meet, a detail that your tour guide will gladly explain to you.
Throughout the day, you'll visit different beaches, with free time to swim, walk along the shore, or simply relax by the sea. Lunch includes macaroni salad, green salad, rice, chicken, fish, pork, and fresh fruit, accompanied by an open bar with Coca-Cola, 7UP, rum, Cuba Libre, coffee, water, and a complimentary glass of wine.
For those who want to enhance the experience, we offer additional options at an extra cost: fresh shrimp, freshly prepared piña colada, and relaxing massages by the sea.
The tour ends with the drop-off by speedboat and a stop at a local store, where you can taste mamajuana, chocolate, and coffee, typical products of Dominican production.
Highlights
- Small-group excursion of up to 15 travelers, with tour guide and transport included
- Round-trip on a comfortable and safe speedboat, with open bar
- Exclusive snorkeling stop in a private area, with professional gear included
- Tour of the natural pool among starfish and a visit to the turtles
- All-you-can-eat Dominican lunch with fresh seafood and beachside lounge chairs
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The tour takes place mainly outdoors and on the water, with exposure to the sun for several hours. We recommend using biodegradable sunscreen and bringing beachwear and a towel.
It is not necessary to know how to swim to enjoy most of the activities. To snorkel, participants must be comfortable in the water.
The itinerary may vary depending on sea and weather conditions, always prioritizing the safety of the group.
Minors must be accompanied by a responsible adult throughout the tour.
We recommend bringing cash in Dominican pesos or US dollars for optional extras and local purchases.
INCLUDED
- Round trip transfer from hotels
- Small-group excursion with a maximum of 15 travelers
- Professional tour guide for the entire tour
- Speedboat ride with life jackets
- Professional snorkeling gear
- Access to a private snorkel site
- Stop at the natural pool
- Starfish viewing
- Sea turtle sighting in their natural environment
- Tour of the Catuano Canal with commentary from the tour guide
- Free time to spend at the beach
- Sun loungers available
- Buffet lunch: macaroni salad, green salad, rice, chicken, fish, pork, and fresh fruit. Open bar: Coke, 7up, rum, cuba libre, coffee, and water. Complimentary glass of wine. Stop at a local shop to sample Mamajuana, Dominican chocolate, and Dominican coffee
NOT INCLUDED
- Fresh shrimp (additional cost)
- Freshly made piña colada (at an additional cost)
- Relaxing massage by the sea (additional charge)
- Purchase of products at the local shop (Mama Juana, chocolate, coffee - food tasting is included, purchase is not)
- Gratuities for the tour guide and crew
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
