Punta Cana: Saona Island Catamaran, Lunch & Open Bar
Who This Trip Suits
A catamaran day from Punta Cana with a long stop at the Palmilla natural pool, a Caribbean buffet on Saona and a national open bar of rum, beer and soft drinks. It is the lowest-priced Saona day on this site and a new listing, rated 4.5 from 10 reviews; the GetYourGuide search showed it booked 11 times on 22 October 2026.
The coach collects you at selected Punta Cana hotels and drives 45 minutes to Bayahibe, where you board the catamaran through the waters of Cotubanamá National Park. The listing gives about three hours on Saona and a long swim at the sandbar, and states that starfish are protected and may not be taken out of the water. Most reviews praise the crew, the food and the catamaran. Two October guests were less happy: one said a 30-minute shop stop made the group late, and one found the coach and boat cramped for a party of 16 with children.
Practical points from the listing: it is not suitable for pregnant travellers or people with mobility impairments; bring a towel and sunscreen; guests in Cap Cana meet at the United Petroleum gas station, and guests in private rentals get a meeting point.
The price is from $59 a person (checked October 2026), with free cancellation up to 24 hours before. For the stop it is built around, see the natural pool guide; for every price, the Saona tour price guide.
About This Experience
Escape the crowds on a Caribbean adventure from Punta Cana to Saona Island and Cotubanamá National Park.
Highlights
- Discover Saona Island on a Caribbean day trip from Punta Cana
- Cruise from Bayahibe through the crystal-clear waters of Cotubanamá NationalPark
- Relax at the famous Palmilla Natural Pools near Saona Island
- Enjoy music, drinks, and a delicious tropical lunch in a Caribbean setting
- Swim in turquoise waters and enjoy Dominican rum at the natural pools
What's Included
- ✓ Hotel pickup and return transportation from selected Punta Cana hotels
- ✓ Catamaran cruise in the Saona Island area
- ✓ National open bar with rum, beer, and soft drinks
- ✓ Caribbean buffet lunch
- ✓ Extended stop at the Palmilla Natural Pool
- ✓ Expert local guide
- ✓ Transportation from Punta Cana to Bayahibe
Good to Know
- Starfish are protected; it is strictly forbidden to remove them from the water.
- Please bring sunscreen, swimwear, a towel, water shoes, sunglasses, and a camera to enjoy the experience comfortably
- Guests staying at Airbnbs or private accommodations in Bávaro or Punta Cana will be provided with a designated meeting point for pickup. Guests staying in the Cap Cana area must meet at the designated pickup point at the United Petroleum Gas Station
- At the end of the tour, the guides may kindly invite you to share an honest review of your experience. Leaving a review is completely optional, and there is never any pressure to leave a positive rating
