Saona Island Small Group Speedboat Tour with Lunch
Overview
This speedboat excursion to Saona Island is designed for travelers who want to maximize their day and experience the essentials of Saona without long sailing times.
Thanks to the speedboat, you reach the island faster, allowing more time on the beach and at key stops such as the Natural Pool, where you can walk in crystal-clear shallow waters surrounded by starfish.
Unlike mass tours, our experience focuses on well-timed stops, efficient organization, and local knowledge, ensuring a smooth flow throughout the day without unnecessary waiting.
You’ll enjoy direct access to Saona Island, a freshly prepared Dominican lunch, and the guidance of a certified local guide who shares insights about the island, its wildlife, and Dominican culture.
This tour is ideal for travelers who want a dynamic, authentic Saona experience at an excellent value, while still enjoying all the must-see highlights of the island.
What's Included
- Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages (rum, beer, soft drinks, water)
- Snacks during the day (pineapple, nachos, cakes)
- Snorkeling equipment
- Entrance fees to the National Park
- Dominican lunch served on the island
- Hotel and residence pickup in Dominicus (if required)
- Certified local guide throughout the excursion
- Lobster option (available from July 1st to February 29th only): $50 USD per person
- Professional photos (optional purchase)
Meeting and Pickup
Included with the options “Pickup in Juan Dolio”, “Pickup in La Romana”, “Pickup in Uvero Alto”, “Pickup in Casa de Campo”, “Pickup in Dominicus (included)”, “Pickup in Boca Chica”, “Pickup in Punta Cana” and “Pickup in Bavaro”.
Important: Please select the correct option when booking (you will be asked to choose your option during checkout).If you require hotel pickup, please select the transport option corresponding to your area (e.g. "Tour with transport from Punta Cana").If you prefer to make your own way to our departure point in Bayahibe, please select "Tour with meeting point at the departure point".We will contact you after your booking is confirmed to provide the exact meeting time and location.
For the option “Meeting point in Bayahibe”.
Calle Roma 7
Bayahíbe 22000, Dominican Republic
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
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Bayahibe
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Cotubanamá National Park
15 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Catuano
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Saona Island
2 hours Admission Ticket Included
Isla Saona
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Palmilla
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Natural Pool
40 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Not suitable for children under 3 years old
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
Q: Will I get seasick on Saona Island Small Group Speedboat Tour with Lunch?
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Activity code: C-321727P7
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AST).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages (rum, beer, soft drinks, water).
- Snacks during the day (pineapple, nachos, cakes).
- Snorkeling equipment.
- Entrance fees to the National Park.
- Dominican lunch served on the island.
- Hotel and residence pickup in Dominicus (if required).
- Certified local guide throughout the excursion.
- Lobster option (available from July 1st to February 29th only): $50 USD per person.
- Professional photos (optional purchase).
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 3. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Saona Island Small Group Speedboat Tour with Lunch is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Saona Island Small Group Speedboat Tour with Lunch will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages (rum, beer, soft drinks, water)
- Snacks during the day (pineapple, nachos, cakes)
- Snorkeling equipment
- Entrance fees to the National Park
- Dominican lunch served on the island
- Hotel and residence pickup in Dominicus (if required)
- Certified local guide throughout the excursion
- Lobster option (available from July 1st to February 29th only): $50 USD per person
- Professional photos (optional purchase)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Not suitable for children under 3 years old
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
