Saona Island: Full-day Catamaran Tour - Small Group
Overview
Discover Saona Island, a natural jewel of the Dominican Republic, Known for its white sand beaches, turquoise waters, and endless palm trees, only accessible by boat, far from mass tourism.
Embark on a friendly day trip in a small group, accompanied by a English-speaking guide.
We board the catamaran sailing boat around 9am and then go at the snorkeling place of Catuano, where, you will discover a lot of tropical fishes, where you will be accompanied by our guide Quetzal, certified diving instructor!
After snorkeling we will enjoy one of the most gorgeous, turquoise-water, white-sand beach of Dominican Republic for 3 hours.
In this preserved spot, far from the crowds, a simple yet tasty meal will be served directly on the beach, in a warm and laid-back atmosphere, with your feet in the sand.
Then we will head to the natural pool of Las Palmillas, is a magical secluded place with the clearest of waters where you can see starfishes.
What's Included
- Lunch Various salads, avocadoes, pasta with pesto, chicken breast with ginger, beef, fruits
- Snacks Doritos and sandwiches in the morning - Cake in the afternoon
- Alcoholic beverages Rhum, Presidente beer
- Carbonated beverages Soda/Pop
- Use of Snorkelling equipment
- Pick up from Bayahibe / Dominicus
- Pick up from La Romana / Punta Cana or Santo Domingo
- Lobster option - Please ask us when booking
What To Expect
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Bayahibe
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Catuano
45 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Saona Island
3 hours Admission Ticket Included
Palmilla
45 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 1 hour - 1 hour &15 minutes to go to the first stop (Catuano)
- 1 hour - 1 hour &15 minutes to go back at the end of the afternoon at Bayahibe
- Navigation time: 30 minutes between Catuano and the beach / 30 minutes between the beach and las Palmillas
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
Q: Will I get seasick on Saona Island: Full-day Catamaran Tour – Small Group?
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Activity code: C-42056P16
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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.
- Lunch. Various salads, avocadoes, pasta with pesto, chicken breast with ginger, beef, fruits.
- Snacks. Doritos and sandwiches in the morning - Cake in the afternoon.
- Alcoholic beverages. Rhum, Presidente beer.
- Carbonated beverages. Soda/Pop.
- Use of Snorkelling equipment.
- Pick up from Bayahibe / Dominicus.
- Pick up from La Romana / Punta Cana or Santo Domingo.
- Lobster option - Please ask us when booking.
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: Full-day Catamaran Tour - Small Group is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Saona Island: Full-day Catamaran Tour – Small Group 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
- LunchVarious salads, avocadoes, pasta with pesto, chicken breast with ginger, beef, fruits
- SnacksDoritos and sandwiches in the morning - Cake in the afternoon
- Alcoholic beveragesRhum, Presidente beer
- Carbonated beveragesSoda/Pop
- Use of Snorkelling equipment
- Pick up from Bayahibe / Dominicus
- Pick up from La Romana / Punta Cana or Santo Domingo
- Lobster option - Please ask us when booking
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 1 hour - 1 hour &15 minutes to go to the first stop (Catuano)
- 1 hour - 1 hour &15 minutes to go back at the end of the afternoon at Bayahibe
- Navigation time: 30 minutes between Catuano and the beach / 30 minutes between the beach and las Palmillas
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
