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The 15 Sailing Trips in the Dominican Republic That Are Worth the Money

59 tours  ·  from $57

This is the shortlist you would send a friend flying out next month: 15 sailing trips worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the thing to know before you commit.

Punta Cana: Catamaran Boat to Saona Island with Buffet Lunch - Resort pickup can turn an eight-hour tour into a 12-hour day
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Punta Cana: Catamaran Boat to Saona Island with Buffet Lunch

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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Small-Group Cruising and Snorkeling Catamaran Tour - Snorkeling in the natural reserve
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Small-Group Cruising and Snorkeling Catamaran Tour

2.Small-Group Cruising and Snorkeling Catamaran Tour

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

Spend 3.5 hours aboard a catamaran limited to 16 people, with hotel pickup, reef snorkeling, a swim stop, floating bar, paddleboard, slide, snacks, and drinks. Crews including David, Sosa, Jorge, and Mike keep the mood social while giving careful help in the water.

“Staff was very fun and friendly. The snorkeling was fun. The drinks were good, and the music was great! We really enjoyed the guacamole that was served. Overall, we enjoyed the excursion.”

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Punta Cana Combo Tour: Snorkeling, Catamaran Cruise & Parasailing - Parasailing above the Cortesito coast
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Punta Cana Combo Tour: Snorkeling, Catamaran Cruise & Parasailing

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

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

Spend about 4.5 hours combining snorkeling, a double-decker catamaran cruise, a natural pool stop, and parasailing near Cortesito Beach. Guides such as Deryl, Victor, and Kitson are often praised for keeping the day moving and fun. Hotel pickup, drinks, fruit, and snacks are included, but weather and waiting times can affect the schedule.

“The parasailing felt very rushed, then we had to wait almost an hour for the catamaran to arrive but it got better once on the boat, the crew were good but I wouldn’t do the parasailing again with this company.”

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Saona Island small group and relax - luxury catamaran - Saona Island gives you the postcard hour
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Saona Island small group and relax – luxury catamaran

4.Saona Island small group and relax – luxury catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 605 reviews · from $139

Spend about eight hours aboard the 75-foot Quetzal catamaran, capped at 30 people. From Bayahibe, you’ll snorkel at Catuano, relax on Saona Island, visit Las Palmillas’ starfish pool, and enjoy lunch, snacks, unlimited drinks, and live commentary from guides such as Charlotte, Lola, and Enrique.

“We didn’t have very high expectations because of some previous trips we had with other companies, but this experience completely blew us away! It was so amazing that before we even left the boat on the first day, we booked anRead more”

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Punta Cana: Saona Island Catamaran Tour with Food & Open Bar - The coach ride from Punta Cana
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Punta Cana: Saona Island Catamaran Tour with Food & Open Bar

5.Saona Island Catamaran Tour with Food & Open Bar

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

Spend eight hours reaching Isla Saona from Punta Cana by coach, speedboat, and catamaran. Stop at the Natural Swimming Pool, enjoy a Dominican buffet and open bar, then relax on a white-sand beach. Guides such as Indiana Jones help keep the day lively, though travel time can reduce beach time.

“La familia María is the best family of our trip so far in DR. Thanks for being patience with all these kids around (cause I know it isn’t easy)”

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Private Catamaran Snorkeling Family Adventure - Snorkeling in the Caribbean Sea
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Private Catamaran Snorkeling Family Adventure

6.Private Catamaran Snorkeling Family Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 320 reviews

You’ll cruise Punta Cana’s Bavaro coast on a private catamaran with snorkeling gear, hotel transfers, unlimited drinks, fruit, music, and a natural-pool stop. A multilingual guide leads the outing, while a photographer captures the day. Allow about three hours and confirm group capacity and photo prices before departure.

“We had the time of our lives. Amazing boatride. Had a blast with the crew. Will forsure book with them when we return to DR”

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Saona Island: Catamaran/Speedboat Tour to a Dream Beach - Bayahibe and the start of the boat trip
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Saona Island: Catamaran/Speedboat Tour to a Dream Beach

7.Saona Island: Catamaran/Speedboat Tour to a Dream Beach

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

From Bayahibe, you’ll cruise to Saona Island by sailing catamaran and return by speedboat, with 2.5 hours on the beach, buffet lunch, open-bar drinks, Caribbean music, and a 30-minute natural-pool stop. Guides such as Christian and Juan help keep the day moving.

“Great organization, stops, amazing staff, amazing drinks and food, recommend!”

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Punta Cana Private Catamaran Cruise with Drinks and Light Snacks - Punta de los Nidos: slide, splash, and jump
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Punta Cana Private Catamaran Cruise with Drinks and Light Snacks

8.Punta Cana Private Catamaran Cruise with Drinks and Light Snacks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 281 reviews

Take a private four-hour catamaran from Bibijagua with a captain and local crew. Snorkel near Cabo Engaño, slide into clear water, paddle around a shallow natural pool, and enjoy rum, beer, cocktails, fruit, and nachos. Boats hold up to 14 people, with morning and afternoon departures.

“Amazing experience, I jumped in the ocean and lost my glasses and they dove in to find them!!!! Best crew ever!”

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Private Catamaran Cruise with Slide & unlimited drinks - Snorkeling first, before the drinks begin
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Private Catamaran Cruise with Slide & unlimited drinks

9.Private Catamaran Cruise with Slide & unlimited drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 270 reviews

You get a private 3.5-hour catamaran from Bávaro Beach with a slide, snorkeling, dolphin spotting, a shallow natural pool, music, drinks, snacks, and Dominican-style food. Crew members such as CJ and Gabriel are praised for keeping groups comfortable and entertained, though photos and tips cost extra.

“I had an unforgettable experience on this boat tour! Everything was exactly as advertised – fun, relaxing, and filled with incredible views. The crew, especially CJ, went above and beyond to make the trip memorable. They were super engaging, professional, and clearly passionate about creating a great atmosphere for everyone on board. They allowed us to play our own music, gave us food and drinks, and made sure we were safe. From start to finish, the experience was smooth, entertaining, and well-organized. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone looking for a fun and scenic adventure on the water!”

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Punta Cana: Catamaran Tour with Reef Snorkeling and Open Bar - Pickup from Punta Cana hotels
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Punta Cana: Catamaran Tour with Reef Snorkeling and Open Bar

10.Catamaran Tour with Reef Snorkeling and Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 257 reviews · 3h 30m · from $74

Spend 210 minutes aboard a spacious catamaran with Coastline Catamarans, snorkeling over a fish-filled reef, sliding into the sea, stopping at a natural pool and beach, and enjoying snacks and an open bar. Pickup covers Punta Cana, Bávaro, Macao, and Uvero Alto.

“It was the best tour I’ve ever done in this country. Sophia, Vanessa, Pablo and Azulito are the best ! I’ve never had such great tour guides before shout out to them! And they make cocktails muy rico ! Will definitely redo it if I come back. 🩷”

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Party Boat Catamaran with Snorkeling from Punta Cana - Cruising the Bavaro coast with music and crew games
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Party Boat Catamaran with Snorkeling from Punta Cana

11.Party Boat Catamaran with Snorkeling from Punta Cana

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 232 reviews · from $69

Cruise Punta Cana’s Bavaro coast on a four-hour catamaran with snorkeling, a natural ocean pool, snacks, music, dancing, slides, and an open bar. Pickup is offered, and groups of more than 30 can request a private boat at no added cost. Expect a lively, adult-leaning party atmosphere.

“Even though it was raining I still had a great time. The people on board were amazing. They served us snacks and drinks and we had a ball”

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Saona Island Excursion by Catamaran and Speedboat - Bayahibe and the first look at the Caribbean
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Saona Island Excursion by Catamaran and Speedboat

12.Saona Island Excursion by Catamaran and Speedboat

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 197 reviews · from $95

Spend about 10 hours traveling from Punta Cana to Saona Island by speedboat and catamaran. Swim at a shallow natural pool, relax on a white-sand beach, enjoy a BBQ buffet and local drinks, and join dancing or volleyball. Guides may include Max or Jack Sparrow, with multilingual service possible.

“This tour was great! It was by far the best on my vacation, we listened to music on the boat did lots of dancing and met great people! The island water had great snorkeling sites (that wasn't in the middle of the ocean) I really enjoyed that it wasn't in super deep water as I was a new snorkeler”

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Catamaran Snorkeling All-Inclusive Day-Trip - The Second Stop and the Limits of the Snorkeling
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Catamaran Snorkeling All-Inclusive Day-Trip

13.Catamaran Snorkeling All-Inclusive Day-Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 169 reviews · from $84

Sail Puerto Plata’s north coast aboard a 75-foot Tip Top catamaran, stopping twice to snorkel near Sosua Bay. You’ll get hotel pickup, a buffet lunch, drinks, music, and a lively crew that may include Alex, Andrew, Sonia, Alain, or Papo. Expect a social day, not a quiet private cruise.

“Papo and crew where a blast and a fanominal experience will definitely go again when we return again”

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Private Catamaran Cruise with Slide & unlimited drinks - Snorkeling first, before the drinks begin
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Private Catamaran Cruise with Slide & unlimited drinks

14.Private Catamaran Cruise with Slide & unlimited drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 163 reviews

Spend three hours on a private Punta Cana catamaran with your own group of up to 10. Expect hotel pickup, snorkeling, unlimited drinks, snacks, music, a natural pool, dolphin habitat views, and time at a quiet beach. The boat also includes a slide for extra fun.

“More snacks. Very friendly staff. Clean catamaran. We felt save in the water. I would highly recommend this tour”

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3 ADVENTURES: Sailing Catamaran Cruise - Hooka Diving - Snorkeling - Boarding the catamaran and finding your pace
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3 ADVENTURES: Sailing Catamaran Cruise – Hooka Diving – Snorkeling

15.3 ADVENTURES: Sailing Catamaran Cruise – Hooka Diving – Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 162 reviews · from $105

Spend about four hours off Punta Cana with Power Adventures Punta Cana, combining a catamaran party, open-bar drinks, snorkeling, and hookah-style underwater viewing near Bávaro’s coral reef. Hotel pickup, equipment, guides, and return transport are included, but allow extra time at the marina.

“This company (Powers Adventures) was amazing! The hotel pickup and once you arrive can be a little chaotic because you have to wait for the boat. But once you’re on the boat it’s absolutely amazing! It’s great for if you’re just trying to sit back or if you’re wanting to have tons of fun! This excursion is for everybody! We had so much fun!”

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★ 5.0Private Catamaran wonderful Snorqueling slide & entartaiment team128 reviews
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★ 3.9Saona Island From Santo Domingo With Catamaran, Food & DrinkFrom $9511 reviews
★ 4.6Punta Cana Happy Hour Sailing CruiseFrom $8511 reviews
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