Tours/La Romana/Saona Island small group and relax - luxury catamaran
Viator · group up to 30 pax

Saona Island small group and relax - luxury catamaran

4.9(621)La Romana1 hour
VIATOR4.9(106)TRIPADVISOR4.9(515)

Description

Choosing the Quetzal is choosing the difference and the quality of service! Quetzal boat is the only fully equipped 75-foot boat Small Group: allowing everyone to have their space on the boat and feel comfortable Friendly excursion Snorkeling with guides Lunch on board (various salads, chicken, beef, pasta, fruits and rosé wine) Confortable sailing boat:6 cabins, 5 bathrooms, 1 bar, outdoor lounge, speakers for music, WIFI Our schedules and tour are arranged to avoid tourist crowds.

Tour Options

Saona Island small group and relax - luxury catamaran
  • Pickup included

Itinerary

15 min

We will receive you at Bayahibe to board the sailing boat

30 min

Snorkeling time

Admission included90 min

Let's go to the beach to enjoy the blue water of the sea, taking a drink and relax on the chair long

60 min

After lunch we will stop at the natural pool to see starfish...far away from all tourists sites

Highlights

Professional guide
Unlimited beer, rum and soft drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off (just included for Bayahibe area hotels)
Snacks
Live commentary on board
Avocadoes, tomatoes, parmesan cheese, salad, pasta with pesto, chicken breast with ginger, beef, fruits and rosé wine

What's included

Included
Professional guide
Unlimited beer, rum and soft drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off (just included for Bayahibe area hotels)
Snacks
Live commentary on board
Avocadoes, tomatoes, parmesan cheese, salad, pasta with pesto, chicken breast with ginger, beef, fruits and rosé wine
Not included
Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Transfers from PUNTA CANA, La Romana or Sto Domingo are NOT included.
Lobster

Pickup Locations & Times

We offer FREE pick up from the Hotels located in the Bayahibe and Dominicus area. From La Romana, Punta Cana and Sto domingo it is an extra cost, depends on the exact place - please contact us for more details Pick up start from: Punta Cana around 7am Bayahibe around 8 am Tours starts around 8:30am/8:45am

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately, don't forget your sunglasses, towels and sun lotion

Reviews(621)

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Flyer281769
June 27, 2026
Absolute service!

Amazing! It was amazing the boat was good condition the staff was wonderful

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Ines_R
May 8, 2026
Perfect.

Everything was perfect, the excursion is worth their price. The guides are great. We were able to discover beautiful beaches.

Operator response

Merci beaucoup pour votre retour ! 😊 Nous sommes ravis que l’excursion vous ait plu et que vous ayez apprécié nos guides ainsi que les magnifiques plages découvertes. Au plaisir de vous revoir pour une nouvelle aventure ! 🌴⛵

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garcgirl
May 2, 2026
Calm beautiful ride to island instead of speed boat .

Lovely boat and has small indoor space in case it rains . Boat ride lovely instead of speed boat . Quiet and great lunch . But if want to dance , back of boat and quiet in the front . Can arrange for transfer $35 a person fun Punta Cana for 2-3 families much better than large bus . If traveling with kids , bring your own snacks as this is a full day tour and only have lunch and one snack of ham and cheese sandwich . Crew is great as well as owners who worked with me to get a last minute booking . Highly recommend . Very professional . Only snacks holding out for 5 star review . Book it !

Operator response

Thank you so much! 😊 We’re glad you loved the boat, lunch, and relaxed vibe. Thanks for the tip on snacks—we’ll work on it! Hope to see you again soon !

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Tobias_M
April 25, 2026
The Best Experience in Dominican Republic

Experience simply amazing! From the beginning, the WhatsApp service was excellent, with clear communication and very helpful. Even though they didn’t have a direct exit from my hotel, they arranged perfectly to pick us up, charging a fair amount of $35 per person for the entire tour. About the crew: Sensational. Honestly, it was the best treatment we had in the entire Dominican Republic. All extremely friendly, attentive and with a very good energy, which made all the difference in the climate of the tour. Inclusive, we end up making several friends during the day, much because of this light and fun vibe that they provide. The script is also absurd of good. Snorkeling in an old pier that has become a coral reef is a unique experience, and even those who do not know how to swim can enjoy it with peace. Then the Saona Island... no words. One of the most beautiful places I've ever seen in my life. And to close, the natural pools with sea stars, simply spectacular. Another moment that is marked forever. Summary: Worth every penny. A complete, well-organized and unforgettable experience. Note 1000. I highly recommend!

Operator response

¡Muchísimas gracias por este increíble comentario! 😊 Nos alegra saber que disfrutaron de la experiencia desde el primer contacto hasta el final del tour. Nuestro equipo se esfuerza cada día para ofrecer un servicio cálido, organizado y con buena energía. Qué bueno que pudieron disfrutar del snorkeling, de la belleza de la Isla Saona y de las piscinas naturales ⭐ ¡Momentos únicos que quedan para siempre! Será un placer recibirlos nuevamente en una próxima aventura

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Becky_P
April 13, 2026
A holiday highlight

This catamaran trip was a highlight of our holiday, it was worth every penny. A small group of around 30 (adults and children) took to the sea on a relaxed journey to Saona that took around 90 minutes. It was peaceful and there was plenty of room to sit and enjoy the views. We spent around 2 hours on Saona Island which was breath taking. Upon our return to the boat, we had a delicious lunch followed by snorkelling in a natural pool where we saw lots of huge star fish and even a turtle! A wonderful experience, thank you!

Operator response

Thank you so much! 😊 Delighted you loved the relaxed vibe, Saona, lunch & snorkeling with starfish and turtles 🐢⭐ Hope to welcome you again soon!

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Franck_S
March 25, 2026
Great experience

Very good organization from start to finish and always accompanied in the different activities even outside the catamaran. Charlotte our guide and his crew were taking care of us. Friendly and very welcoming. We recommend with your eyes closed. 🤗

Operator response

Un grand merci pour votre superbe commentaire 🤗 Nous sommes très heureux que vous ayez apprécié l’organisation de la journée ainsi que l’attention de Charlotte et de notre équipage. Merci pour votre recommandation, et au plaisir de vous accueillir à nouveau à bord très bientôt ! 🌴☀️

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Karen_H
March 20, 2026
Lots of travel time to get to a beach

I’m very torn leaving this review. The staff was wonderful. Here’s the deal- if you’re in the Punta Cana which we were, it’s about an hour and a half car ride to the departure point. It’s then about an hour and a half catamaran ride. We had to skip the snorkeling since the water was a bit rough. The island and beach are beautiful, but the beach at our resort (Secrets Royal Beach) is just as beautiful. So it didn’t really seem like anything different. The natural pool on the way back is just a shallower part of the ocean, we only saw 2 starfish. Then the same commute back on the catamaran and taxi back. So it was about 6 hours of “travel” for a couple hours on a beach. The staff was really wonderful, very sweet and took great care of us. That’s the only reason I feel bad about only giving it 3 stars.

Operator response

Thank you for your honest feedback. We’re glad our team took great care of you and made you feel welcome. We understand your comments regarding travel time and activities, and we appreciate your perspective. Your input helps us improve, and we hope to offer you an even better experience in the future. 🌴

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GioneiCesar_S
March 12, 2026
Best tour for couples or families who want a truly premium experience!

Excellent tour for those who want a more sophisticated experience, without agitation, focused on the tour and not on festive recreation on the boat, no dancing, no loud music, no agitation, and a lot of tranquility, contemplation, nice music, high-level company. The lunch on the boat is delicious and very well presentable. Really luxurious boat, sophisticated, great accommodation. They were punctual at all times.. A special highlight for the guide Vladimir, very attentive to everyone and speaks Spanish, English, French and Portuguese. Due to bad weather, our tour was moved to the next day, to Catalina Island, it was amazing, but we hoped to enjoy the Caribbean beach more. We went to the beach in a limited space and with almost no infra, just a toilet. And we got very little time. The reception at the company headquarters in Bayahibe, to wait for the other participants of the tour could also be better, with more space, more plenty, more seats and a better breakfast cocktail. All I had was tea, cold coffee and a few cookies. I believe these details should be improved with feedback like this one. However, I highly recommend for those who want a more “premium”, differentiated tour. I didn't find another at this level.

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Csmarone
February 20, 2026
Best Excursion and worth every dollar!!

The most perfect day trip! From the second you arrive Charlotte and her crew make it very obvious that you are going to enjoy every minute of the day. It’s about an hour boat trip to the first stop but the boat is great, comfortable and your destination makes it worth the long ride. The snorkel point is great. The water is perfect. Stop 2 was to another beach where you had time to get a drink in a pineapple or coconut, lay out and swim in the beautiful ocean. Stop 3 is hard to put in words but the water is crystal clear, waist deep and starfish every where. Lunch was delicious.

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Operator response

Thank you so much for your amazing review! We’re thrilled to hear that you had the most perfect day trip with Charlotte and our crew. It’s wonderful that you enjoyed every stop—from snorkeling in crystal-clear waters to relaxing with drinks on the beach, discovering starfish, and enjoying a delicious lunch. Your kind words mean a lot to us, and it was a pleasure having you on board. We hope to welcome you again soon for another unforgettable day! 🌴🐠

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Jacob_L
February 19, 2026
The guides and crew were...

The guides and crew were friendly and accommodating. The trip to Saona Island was one of the highlights of our trip to the DR. There seemed to be less tourists on our Catamaran compared to others that we saw, which I consider a plus. I’d recommend tour to others.

Operator response

Thank you very much for your kind review! We’re delighted that your Saona Island trip was a highlight of your DR visit and that you enjoyed the smaller group atmosphere. Our team always aims to provide a friendly and accommodating experience. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you again soon! 🌴🐠

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