Saona Island: Catamaran, Buffet Lunch and Pick up Included
Description
Experience Saona Island the way it should be! We pride ourselves on our personalized attention and excellent service from the very first minute. Feel the adrenaline rush of a speedboat ride to reach the island first, then relax with an epic return on a catamaran complete with a party, music, local drinks, and entertainment. With passionate local guides, we guarantee more than just a tour: the best memories of your Punta Cana vacation. Inclusions ● Transportation to the port (bus or van) ● Speedboat or catamaran transfer ● Catamaran party with music and drinks ● Buffet lunch ● Multilingual guide ● Free time on Saona Island
Tour Options
Itinerary
We offer pickup in the Punta Cana, Bávaro, and Bayahibe areas. Customers staying in apartments or Airbnbs will be met at a nearby meeting point.
Arrival at the picturesque port of Bayahibe, where our team will welcome you. We'll begin our adventure by boarding a speedboat to reach Saona Island in record time, enjoying the breeze and the Caribbean Sea. The return trip will be a relaxing experience aboard our catamaran with music and entertainment.
Arrival at the exclusive beaches of Saona Island. Enjoy free time to swim in its crystal-clear waters and relax under the palm trees. Includes a typical Dominican buffet lunch on the beach and an open bar with domestic drinks.
A triumphant return to the port of Bayahibe aboard our spacious catamaran. Enjoy a relaxing cruise with Caribbean music, entertainment, and an open bar as we sail along the coast. Upon arrival, our transportation will be waiting for you for a direct transfer back to your hotel or original pick-up point.
Enjoy a comfortable, air-conditioned journey back to your hotel or original departure point in Punta Cana.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
The customer will meet the guide wearing a company polo shirt. You must be on time at your pickup location or you will lose the excursion. Clients in Cap Cana must wait for transportation at the United Petroleum gas station. For Airbnb guests, the pickup location will be indicated, as they have specific designated points. Clients in La Romana (Casa de Campo, La Caleta, Caletón, and Bayahibe) must go directly to the port.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(52)
Amazing experience, just bring money for tips because everyone was asking for tips. Hotel pickup was fast and on time.
Hello, thank you for your review, we hope see you next time.
Book the excursion which stated trip and pickup. Contacted the tour company a week before to try and get my pickup confirmation only to be told I would receive it 24 hrs before. Received my pickup confirmation which stated I'd have to make my own way to the meeting point. Cost an extra 20 dollars in a taxi, was told we would be met at 9.30, had several other tour operators constantly phone our operator as at 10 am there was still no sign of them. Eventually someone found us and took us to the rest of the group. The guys on the speed boat couldn't do enough for you so that part was great. Got to Soana Island and to say was underwhelmed is putting it mildly. Buffet was basic and only drink available without paying a lot extra was water, coke cola or Rum and Coke. WiFi was available but at a cost of $5 per person. To say the island was packed is putting it mildly. Then to top it off we were supposed to return on a Catamaran but was put on a large cruiser. Would I recommend this. Only if you want to be ripped off. Oh forgot to mention being pressured to provide a large tip at the end on our way back.
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed the speedboat crew and that this part of the experience met your expectations. Regarding your other comments, the pickup locations are clearly indicated on the booking platform before the reservation is confirmed. Pickup availability depends on the area where guests are staying. As for the internet, Saona Island is a natural area with limited mobile coverage. This is a water-based excursion, and we recommend enjoying the experience without relying on your phone. We appreciate your feedback, as it helps us continue improving our services.
Very disappointed… climbing from one boat to another I broke my toe… never said anything about moving from one boat to the next several times!
We are very sorry to hear about your injury and regret that your experience did not meet your expectations. Safety is very important to us, and transfers between boats are part of the logistics of certain excursions depending on sea and docking conditions. This information is normally provided in the tour description, but we apologize if it was not clear in your case or if you felt unprepared for it. We hope you are recovering well and sincerely wish you a speedy recovery. We appreciate your feedback, as it helps us improve communication and guest experience in the future.
The transportation was smooth, well-organized, and the staff were friendly throughout the trip. The highlight of the excursion was definitely the pool in the middle of the ocean, which was a unique and enjoyable experience. However, I would not highly recommend this tour due to concerns about cleanliness. The washrooms on the island were extremely dirty and unpleasant to use. Additionally, the lunch buffet was not individually portioned, requiring guests to serve themselves. I observed some tourists handling food in ways that did not appear hygienic. Unfortunately, I developed diarrhea after visiting Saona Island, which negatively impacted my overall experience.
Thank you very much for taking the time to share your experience with us. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the transportation, our staff's service, and especially the natural pool in the middle of the ocean. It is truly one of the most special highlights of Saona Island. At the same time, we are very sorry to learn about the issues you encountered regarding the cleanliness of the island facilities and your concerns about the buffet service. We sincerely appreciate your feedback, as it helps us identify areas where improvements can be made. Please note that some facilities on the island are managed by third parties, but we will certainly share your comments with the responsible teams. We are especially sorry to hear that you felt unwell after your visit. Your health and well-being are very important to us, and we regret that your overall experience was affected. Thank you again for your honest review and for recognizing the positive aspects of the excursion. We truly value your feedback and hope to have the opportunity to provide you with an even better experience in the future. We wish you a speedy recovery and all the best.
Just don't do this tour, and avoid Saona in general. It is a tourist trap. The beach is rocky, the "natural pool" is a sand bank, extremely close to the beach with 50cm deep water or so. All the starfish were already dead (killed by tourists) when we were there. Not really that interesting that I would waste a day for this.
We are very sorry that your experience did not fully meet your expectations. We would like to clarify that the natural pool at Saona Island is a famous natural sandbank in the Caribbean, well known for its shallow crystal-clear waters where visitors can relax and enjoy the tropical surroundings. Regarding the starfish, we completely understand your concern. Currently, local authorities and tour operators continuously work to protect marine life and educate visitors about the importance of not touching or removing starfish in order to preserve the natural ecosystem. Even so, we are glad you had the opportunity to visit one of the most beautiful and visited destinations in the Dominican Republic, and we truly appreciate you sharing your feedback. Your comments help us continue improving the experience for future travelers. We wish you a wonderful vacation and send you our best regards. 🌴
The boat used to transport passengers was very unsafe and alternative plans for unforeseen events were not considered, causing delays for passengers and jeopardizing their safety. Hygiene was very poor on the island when food was distributed.
We are sorry to hear that your experience did not meet your expectations. Safety is always one of our top priorities, and all transportation used for our excursions operates under local maritime regulations and authorized procedures. However, due to weather, port traffic, or operational situations, occasional delays or boat changes may sometimes occur in order to ensure the continuation of the tour in the safest possible way. Regarding hygiene, we truly appreciate your comments and will share your feedback with our team and partners to continue improving our service standards on the island. We value every opinion, as it helps us improve the experience for future travelers, and we sincerely thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. Best regards 🌴
A five out of the best places. Just for the price.
¡Muchas gracias por su comentario y por su excelente valoración! Nos alegra saber que disfrutó de la experiencia y que consideró que la relación calidad-precio fue justa. Esperamos recibirle nuevamente muy pronto.
Fun catamaran ride with rum and coca-cola plus dancing. Good food on the island. Smooth communication with organizers via WhatsApp as I joint the group on the beach.
Thanks for the great review! We're thrilled you enjoyed the drinks, dancing, and the food on the island. Great to hear the WhatsApp check-in on the beach worked perfectly for you. Hope to see you back on board soon! 🥂⛵
such a fun day! They picked us up and the bus ride was short and enjoyable. Beach and natural pool was beautiful. Vendors are a bit much but other than that everything was perfect.
Thank you so much for sharing your experience! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the trip, the beach, and the natural pool. We truly appreciate your kind words and look forward to welcoming you again soon for another unforgettable experience.
Had a great day. Nice tour guide, nice drinks, beautiful island.
Thank you so much for your comment! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the day, the tour guide, and the drinks. We’re glad you loved the beauty of the island and look forward to welcoming you again soon for another amazing experience.
