Private Full Day Charter to Saona Island from Punta Cana

5.0 (54 reviews) 8 hours Private tour

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About this activity

Our Private Charter to Saona Island tour takes place onboard our beautiful 38 foot motorized double decker catamaran. This is the perfect tour for those who wish to visit the beautiful Saona island on their own terms.

With large open spaces and two decks it is a favorite choice among groups for the Best Catamaran Charter in Punta Cana experience.

This is also a way that families with both divers and snorkelers can spend the day together enjoying the activities they love.

Marvel at a sunken shipwreck, dive or snorkel on a fabulous reef that is home to stingrays and turtles and explore the natural wonders of Dominican Republic away from the crowds.

We pride ourselves on our VIP Service and take care of all details for you from loading gear, serving you a cold drink, changing the tanks our staff is there anticipating your every need. If you love the sea and all things in it then this is the tour for you!

Snorkeling Scuba Diving On the Water Freediving Swimming Short term availability Weather Dependent - Moderate

At a glance

Duration: 8 hours
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English, French, Spanish
Operated by: El Tour Caribe - Tours

What is included

Included

Included: Buffet lunch
Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off
Included: Unlimited drinks (open bar)
Included: Snacks
Included: Use of snorkeling equipment: Use of Snorkelling equipment
Included: Mojitos
Included: Dive equipment for certified divers
Included: DJ on the Boat

Not included

Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Travel time from pick up to the boat is roughly 50 minutes from Punta Cana. Our first stop is the Atlantic Princess shipwreck where you will snorkel. Enjoy snacks as we cruise to the next stop. Peñon Reef a joy for both snorkelers & divers will love searching for turtles and stingrays. Afterwards, Cruise to Saona Island - all snorkelers will have free time to explore the beach, swim, snorkel at the old pier, shop for souvenirs or get a massage. Meanwhile the divers will do their second dive. Later everyone will wnjoy a buffet lunch together on the island. Starfish Cay (Palmilla), a waist-deep crystal clear sandbar is our last stop. Enjoy the music, drinks or the wonderful views as we start our journey back to where your air conditioned vehicle will be waiting to take you back to the hotel. You can expect to return to the hotel by roughly 5 pm depending on the location. Note to divers: you will be grouped by experience level and never dive more than 4 divers to one guide. We are a PADI Diver Center Please note that any portion of this tour may be changed at your request as this is your Private Tour and you may choose to stay longer or forgo stops as you wish.

Stop 1
Isla Saona
Palmilla

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Royal Beach Hotel Punta Cana A Jdv By Hyatt Hotel
The St. Regis Cap Cana Resort
Punta Cana Sun and Beach
Hostal Palmas De Punta Cana
Alsol Luxury Village Punta Cana
Pickleball Travel PackageR
Caribbean Galaxy
The Level at Melia Caribe Tropical
Bakour suites
Family Selection at Grand Palladium Select Bavaro - All Inclusive
Ambar beach punta cana

and 239 more pickup points

We offer pick ups from most hotels. Let us know where you are staying in the 'Special Requirements' box in the Traveler Details section during checkout. Or you can let us know after booking by visiting 'Manage my Booking' and emailing us there.

Departure point: The exact location of your pick up will be specified on your email confirmation. Some hotel pick ups will occur directly in the hotel lobby and others will occur at the MAIN GATE. Some hotels have multiple lobbies. It is YOUR responsibility to make sure you are in the CORRECT pick up location.

Please double check your confirmation for exact pick up instructions.

For all concerns or questions please call the number provided on your confirmation voucher.

Directions: Driver will have your name and will be holding a sign that says El Tour Caribe with our logo. Please make sure you are waiting at the proper pick up location. If waiting in a lobby please monitor the door and look for the driver. Do Not sit a bar or lounging area as that will make it difficult for the driver to know that you are waiting for pick up.

Once you tell us where you are staying, we will send you an email informing pick up time at your place, please check your email.

Using your ticket

Not recommended for participants with back problems

Not recommended for participants with heart complaints or other serious medical conditions

Not recommended for pregnant women

Evidence of dive certification is required from all divers wishing to participate in a certified dive

Certified divers must ensure they leave at least 18 hours out of the water after their last dive prior to flying

Diving within 24 hours of flying is not recommended. All Dive course participants will be required to complete a health questionnaire prior to diving. Some pre-existing medical conditions (eg asthma, heart conditions, etc) may prevent you from diving.

Should the weather not permit the tour, all efforts will be made to re-schedule. If re-scheduling is not possible then refund will be issued.

Cancellation

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

If you cancel	You get back
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
As a certified diver please make sure you allow at least 18 hours out of the water after your last dive prior to your flight
Consider your physical health when choosing this activity as swimming can be strenuous and ocean currents change and may be a challenge if you are not physically fit.
Diving within 24 hours prior to flying is not recommended. All participants in dive courses will be required to complete a health questionnaire prior to diving. Some pre-existing medical conditions (eg asthma, heart conditions, etc) may prevent you from diving, please consult your doctor
Evidence of dive certification is required from all divers wishing to participate in a certified dive
The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions