7 Punta Cana Boat Tours Worth Booking

1.Catamaran Boat to Saona Island with Buffet Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 3,822 reviews · 8 hours · from $82Our pick

Travel from Punta Cana to Saona Island with guides such as Christian, Alex, Eduardo, and Juan. Swim at a clear natural pool, relax on a palm-fringed beach, eat a Dominican buffet, and return by catamaran with music and dancing. Plan for a long day, not just eight hours.

“Amazing day with beautiful and wonderful people on the boat and catamaran we dance and enjoy every moment keep doing's same guys 💙💙💙💙💙👏👏👏👏👏”

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2.Group Cruising and Snorkeling Catamaran Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,401 reviews · from $99Top rated

Sail Punta Cana’s coast with Happy Fish Catamarans on a 3.5-hour trip limited to 16 people. You’ll snorkel in a nature reserve, use the boat’s slide and paddleboard, then relax at a waist-deep sandbar with drinks, snacks, and a floating bar. Hotel pickup, gear, and onboard restrooms are included.

“This was an amazing day! We had Eduardo, Daniel and Anna as well as the captain of the ship giving us the best experience. They were all so friendly and fun and it was one of the best days of our trip so far. I would highly recommend this trip. It’s great for those who like to sunbathe and relax on the boat and those that like adventure and splashing around in the ocean.”

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3.Small Group Snorkeling Cruise with Open Bar and Light Snacks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,296 reviews · from $89

Join Happy Fish Catamarans for a 3.5-hour Punta Cana cruise limited to 27 people. Snorkel near Cabo Engaño, ride the slide, paddleboard at a sandbar, and enjoy rum, beer, cocktails, fruit, chips, and salsa with guides such as Daniel and Joseph on select trips.

“This was the absolute best excursion! The captain, bartender and all the staff on the boat were amazing. We had so much fun and they were so very considerate with our 4 year old grandson. I recommend you go on this fabulous cruise immediately!”

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4.Punta Cana Combo Tour: Snorkeling, Catamaran Cruise & Parasailing

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,094 reviews · from $149

You’ll combine a double-decker catamaran ride, shallow-water snorkeling, drinks, tropical fruit, and parasailing over Punta Cana’s coast. Guides such as Derly, Deryl, Victor, and Kitson are often praised for keeping the day fun. Allow extra time for boat transfers, waiting, and weather changes.

“Pick up and drop off at hotel was really convenient. The boat is beautiful. Comfortable cruise (not crowded). Offered plenty of activities and experiences. The crew made it enjoyable for everyone onboard including my family. Highly recommend.”

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5.Saona Island Full-Day All-Inclusive Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.8 · 465 reviews · 8 - 10 hours · from $58Best value

You’ll speed across the Caribbean from Bayahibe, stop at a shallow natural pool, spend several hours on Saona Island, eat a Dominican buffet, and return by music-filled catamaran. Hotel pickup is optional, guides speak five languages, and staff such as Javier and Diego have earned strong praise for communication and care.

“It was a great time! Pickup from hotel, was contacted via WhatsApp Would have been nice to know the breakdown of the journey to get to the boat l The boat staff were lit and encouraged everyone to party Unlimited alcohol was just rum Drinks were just sprite, cola and water - we didn’t mind though Was a good exciting day Buffet lunch included- spaghetti,chicken, salad, pork, rice, fruit Great day out away from the resort”

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6.Saona Island Catamaran Tour with Food & Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 380 reviews · 8 hours · from $67

Spend about eight hours traveling from Punta Cana to Saona Island by speedboat, catamaran, or trimaran. Swim at the Natural Swimming Pool, eat a Dominican-style buffet, and relax on a white-sand beach. Guides may speak English, Spanish, French, Portuguese, Italian, or Russian.

“Saona island is just Beautiful, the food was great.”

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7.Catamaran/Speedboat Tour to a Dream Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 315 reviews · 7 - 10 hours · from $89

Join Saona Sail & Speed for a full-day trip from Bayahibe to Saona Island. You get a speedboat ride, sailing catamaran, buffet lunch, open bar, 2.5 hours on a white-sand beach, and a natural pool stop with starfish. Guides speak English, French, and Spanish.

“The activity was amazing - the island is like a paradise; an absolute must see. Want to also mention that our guide Christian, drivers Manual and Osiris, as well as the organiser Victoria were exceptional and very attentive. A must must must do activity in the Dominican Republic.”

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