The 10 Best Tours With a Buffet in the Dominican Republic

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 by speedboat and return by catamaran, stopping at a clear natural pool filled with starfish. You’ll get beach time, a Dominican buffet, drinks, and a lively boat ride led by guides such as Christian, Alex, and Eduardo.

“Our trip to Saona was excellent! Christian, our guide, was very helpful and attentive. He explained everything clearly and took great care of us throughout the day. The boat trip went very smoothly, and the island itself is absolutely beautiful. I only wish we had spent a bit more time on the island. Overall, I truly recommend this excursion!”

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2.Catamaran Tour to Saona Island with Open Bar and Buffet

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 111 reviews · 9 hours · from $81

Spend nine hours sailing from Punta Cana to Saona Island with hotel transport available, a natural-pool stop, music, unlimited beer and soft drinks, and a Dominican buffet with vegetarian choices. You get three hours on the island, with English and Spanish guides. Ask if Alex is leading your departure.

“Great day trip with beautiful scenery. The boat ride and beach time were well balanced.”

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3.Damajagua: Waterfalls with Lunch Buffet

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 46 reviews · 6h 30m · from $100

Spend about six and a half hours at Damajagua Waterfalls with guides such as Miguel, Osseca, Berny, or Chael. Hike 45 minutes uphill, then jump, slide, and swim from the 12th waterfall through limestone pools before a Dominican fish buffet.

“The lunch after the activity in itself is worth the price. Best meal we had in DR!”

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4.Catamaran Snorkeling Trip w/ Buffet & Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 41 reviews · 5 hours · from $79

Spend about five hours sailing from Sosúa Bay to Ocean World Marina on a 75-foot catamaran. You get two snorkel stops, equipment, a Dominican buffet, open bar, music, and transportation from Puerto Plata, Sosúa, Cabarete, and nearby cruise ports.

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5.Saona Island Day Trip with Buffet Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★3.4 · 18 reviews · 1 day · from $65Best value

Leave Punta Cana for Saona Island, part of the Eastern National Park, with hotel pickup, a beach buffet, drinks, entertainment, and time for swimming, snorkeling, starfish, and a shallow natural pool. Expect a full day, shared transport, and possible delays.

“Le jeudi 02 octobre dernier, départ en bus un peu chaotique, nous avons du changer de transport car trop de personnes à aller chercher selon les hôtels respectifs. Le second chauffeur très sympathique. Le guide (tel qu,il s,est présenté) était attentif au bien-être de ses clients. Cependant, l,équipe n,était pas si sympathique, une employée d,ailleurs est venue me chercher sur la plage en me parlant espagnol, je ne comprenais pas ce qu,elle me disait et lui parle en anglais...elle s,est irritée, désagréable, m,a laissée en plan et a demandée à un autre employé de me parler (forcing pour me vendre les photos prise de moi plus tôt...Par la suite, cette…”

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6.Float & Feast Private Party Cruise with Premium Buffet & Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews Top rated

Book a private four-hour catamaran for up to 15 people in Punta Cana. You’ll snorkel, swim at a natural pool, use the onboard slide, watch for dolphins, enjoy a buffet and open bar, and learn Dominican dance steps from the crew. Claudia is often praised for her friendly help.

“Great experience! Good vibes! Staff keeps it lively and fun ! Food and drinks were excellent . They keep you safe while snorkeling .”

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7.Damajagua Waterfalls Excursion with Lunch Buffet

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 10 reviews · from $79

Head from Cabarete, Sosua, or Puerto Plata into the rainforest for a guided hike through Damajagua’s limestone pools and waterfalls. You’ll receive a helmet, water shoes, life jacket, bottled water, and lunch. Guides including Matteo and Felix have been praised for attentive service.

“Unfortunately we experienced a totally different tour than announced in the description: before and after the waterfalls we were driven to two places where they wanted to sell tourists stuff (wooden figures, souvenirs, cigars etc.). We extra bRead more”

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8.From Bayahíbe: Saona Island Catamaran Cruise with Buffet

★★★★★★★★★★3.4 · 3 reviews · 7 - 8 hours · from $69

From Bayahíbe, you’ll sail toward Saona Island with a guide such as Casilindo, enjoy rum, music, an open buffet, and 2.5 hours on a white-sand beach. A speedboat then takes you to a shallow natural pool where starfish may be visible. Bring water, sunscreen, and patience for possible delays.

“Nos citaron a las 9:15 y salimos 1 hora después, estuvimos esperando bajo el sol mientras tanto. En la actividad dice que verás las estrellas de mar lo cual, no sucedió. La actividad la reservamos por ese motivo sin embargo, cuando le pregunté a Casilindo (nuestro guía) me dijo “uy eso ya fue. Súbete ya” No fue barra libre pues decidieron cerrar la barra. Poco tiempo en la playa y la comida muy regular. Pese a esto la pasamos bien y nos divertimos!”

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9.Saona Island Boat Trip with Buffet

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 3 reviews · 10 hours · from $79

Travel from Punta Cana or Bavaro to Bayahibe, then sail by catamaran or speedboat to Saona Island. Your day includes a white-sand beach, Dominican buffet, national drinks, and a stop at a starfish-filled natural pool. Guides speak English, Spanish, and French.

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10.Private Isla Saona Boat Tour – Snorkeling Premium Drinks & Buffet

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews

You’ll leave Punta Cana at 8:00 am for a private boat day to Palmilla and Isla Saona. Expect calm turquoise water, snorkeling, white-sand beaches, premium drinks, and a buffet lunch, with your group of up to six and no other passengers onboard.

“The yacht trip around the island was amazing. The views of the clear blue water and green hills were beautiful. The yacht was comfortable, and the crew took great care of us. We enjoyed relaxing on the deck. It was a perfect, peaceful day on the water.”

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