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A Magical Day on Saona Island

4.631 reviewsDay trips

  • 11 hours
  • Free cancellation up to 24h before
  • 6 languages
  • Instant confirmation

Highlights

Your adventure begins early in the morning when the bus picks you up at your hotel and takes you to the meeting point for departure to Saona Island. On the way, there will be a 25-minute stop at a gift shop in Higüey, where you can buy souvenirs or grab something to drink. After that, you’ll continue to Bayahibe, where you’ll board a Motomaran to start your journey. The first stop is 15 or 20 minutes for snorkeling, followed by a visit to the stunning natural pool, where you’ll have time to cool off, and take beautiful photos. You will then continue to Saona Island, where you’ll spend around three unforgettable hours. You’ll have plenty of time to enjoy a delicious Dominican buffet lunch, including paella, fish, baked chicken, different types of meats, fresh fruits, and an open bar. To end the day, you’ll return to Bayahibe on a catamaran filled with music, dancing, and great vibes. Upon arrival, your transportation will be waiting to take you back to your hotel or accommodation.

Inclusions

What's included

  • Soda/Pop
  • Private transportation shared with other travelers heading to the same tour.
  • Authentic Dominican-style beverages- Beer - Caipiriña
  • Traditional Dominican–style buffet cuisine- Paella, fish and various types of meat

Itinerary

  1. The excursion to Saona Island is a true paradise adventure, combining stunning landscapes, crystal-clear waters, and an unforgettable tropical atmosphere. Your day begins with a transfer from your hotel to Bayahíbe, where you will board a comfortable motomaran and cruise through breathtaking turquoise waters. The first stop is for snorkeling, where you can explore vibrant marine life. The second stop is at the famous natural pool, with shallow, crystal-clear waters perfect for relaxing and photos. Upon arriving on Saona Island, you’ll enjoy a delicious beachfront buffet featuring Dominican cuisine, including paella, baked chicken, fish, pasta, different types of meats, and fresh fruits, along with an open bar offering local drinks, beer, and wine. You’ll also have free time to swim, sunbathe, or explore. The return trip is on a lively catamaran filled with music, dancing, and fun under the Caribbean sun—an experience you’ll never forget.

    7 h

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Reviews

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Know before you go

Pickup
Pickup is included for everyone.
Ticket type
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group size
Up to 150 travellers
Operated by
Lilo's Tours
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

How it compares in Punta Cana

  • Its from-price is close to the median of the 354 day trips we list in Punta Cana.
  • It is longer than most of them.
  • By number of reviews it ranks 52 of 354.
  • The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Punta Cana

Punta Cana, on the Dominican Republic's eastern tip, is a coast of palm-lined white beaches, calm reef-protected water and easygoing island days.

The area stretches along a long sweep of coastline, from Bávaro Beach and Cabeza de Toro to Macao and Uvero Alto, where coconut palms lean over soft white sand. Coral reefs offshore keep the water calm and clear in many spots, ideal for swimming, snorkelling and catamaran outings along the shore.

Top-ranked sights in Punta Cana: Macao Beach (Playa Macao), Bavaro Beach (Playa Bavaro), Coco Bongo Punta Cana.

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