Saona Island Cruise with Private Beach and Lunch
Activities

Saona Island Cruise with Private Beach and Lunch

4.4/5
Excellent
Based on 110 reviews
from
£103.00
Free cancellation
Language: German, Spanish, English, French
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: more than 8 hours
Do this because
  • Cruise to Saona by fast boat and catamaran, with a snorkel stop on the way
  • Relax, sunbathe and enjoy the view on deck as you sail across the Caribbean
  • Stretch out on your Insta-perfect private beach, reserved exclusively for our guests
  • All drinks are included and you'll savour a beachside lunch of local specialities
  • Expert local guide with an unrivalled knowledge of Saona Island and its nature
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 1km-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
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
  • 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

4.4/5

Based on 110 reviews from verified customers

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Review categories

Safety

4.5/5

Service

4.5/5

Staff

4.5/5

Value for money

4.2/5

  • Alex

    From United States of America - October 2024

    Travelled as a couple

     

    18 - 24 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Only thing would’ve been was toctell us to bring some cash for example we wanted to get the pino colada from the locals on saona island we asked about ...

  • Jodie

    From United States of America - October 2024

    Travelled with family

     

    18 - 24 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

  • Angie

    From United States of America - October 2024

    Travelled with a group of friends

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    A wonderful experience with educated tour guide el presedente aka Danny

  • Steph

    From United States of America - September 2024

    Travelled as a couple

     

    18 - 24 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    The trip was amazing, the island is so beautiful and we saw starfish! The only comment is that it would have been good if the catamaran was one of the ...

  • Hoggski

    From United States of America - August 2024

    Travelled with family

     

    35 - 44 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    4/5

    Coach and boat rides very enjoyable Staff on island bang tips jar at you even if getting water. Food was exceptionally basic twice spaghetti overcook ...

  • Anthony Fitzsimmons

    From United States of America - July 2024

    Travelled with family

     

    35 - 44 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

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