Puerto Plata : Cayo Arena Snorkel Lunch and Mangroves

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About this activity

Cayo Arena, known as Paradise Island, awaits you for an exceptional adventure with Santiago Transfer Tours. From Puerto Plata, enjoy a trip to the charming village of Punta Rucia, where you will board a speedboat to this coral islet. Dive into the turquoise waters and discover a vibrant marine world, ideal for snorkeling. After swimming around tropical fish and relaxing in the fine white sand, explore the mangroves of Mount Cristi National Park. Finish your day with a tasty buffet lunch of Creole food on the seafront in Punta Rucia.

High quality air-conditioned transport included
Snorkeling equipment and fruits/drinks during the tour
Free time to enjoy the beach and snorkeling
Personalized assistance throughout the experience.

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At a glance

Duration: 6–7 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 200 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: Santiago Transfer Tours

Ages: Infants (0–3 years) · Children (4–11 years) · Youth (12–17 years) · Adults (18–69 years) · Seniors (70–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Transfer by speedboat
Included: Buffet lunch
Included: Round trip transportation
Included: Fruits and drinks
Included: Professional Guide
Included: National Park Taxes

Not included

Not included: Tips
Not included: Professional photos

Itinerary

Cayo Arena

3 hours Admission included

"We will arrive by speedboat on this spectacular coral islet surrounded by totally crystal clear turquoise waters. Here we will take a guided snorkel to observe the incredible marine life and hundreds of tropical fish. You will have free time to relax on the white sand, take unforgettable photos and enjoy fresh fruits and drinks included in this natural paradise
Playa de Punta Rucia

30 min

Returning from the cay, we will sail through the maze of virgin mangroves that are part of the National Park. It is a relaxing experience where you can appreciate the local biodiversity, observe birds and learn about the importance of this protected ecosystem for the Dominican coast.
Playa de Punta Rucia

one hour Admission included

We will finish our day in the picturesque fishing village of Punta Rucia. We will enjoy an authentic buffet lunch of Creole food in front of the sea in a local restaurant. Upon completion, you will have a short time to walk along the beach or simply enjoy the sea breeze before starting your return to your hotel.

Meeting point and pickup

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

Pickup points

Lifestyle Tropical Beach Resort & Spa
Senator Puerto Plata Spa Resort

We offer pick-up from all Puerto Plata hotels as well as Amber Cove and Taino Bay cruise ports.

For hotels: Please wait in the main lobby 10 - 15 minutes before the scheduled time.

For cruises: Once your booking is confirmed, we will send you detailed instructions and a map of the specific meeting point outside the terminal.

Our driver or guide will carry a sign with the 'Santiago Transfer Tours' logo or the name of the main traveler. We recommend providing an active WhatsApp number to facilitate communication on the day of the excursion

Using your ticket

For your convenience, you do not need to redeem any physical tickets. Your Santiago Transfer Tours driver will greet you at your hotel or port with your name on a sign or company logo. Simply show your Viator digital confirmation. We take care of the payments of boats, entrance fees to the national park and coordination of lunch.