Saona Island Tour from Punta Cana – Natural Pool & Beach Day
DURATION
Full day
RESORT PICKUP
Round trip ✓
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White sand, leaning palm trees and water so clear it looks unreal. Spend a full day at Saona Island, inside the Dominican Republic's East National Park, on this Saona Island Tour from Punta Cana.
Cruise across turquoise Caribbean water by speedboat one way and catamaran the other, and stop at the natural pool, a shallow sandbar where starfish live in the warm, clear water. Look, snap your photos, and leave them in the sea.
On Saona, relax on the palm-lined beach, swim, and enjoy a BBQ buffet lunch with an open bar. It's a full Caribbean beach day with lunch and drinks taken care of.
Perfect for couples, families and groups. Round-trip transport from Punta Cana area hotels. Adults $79, kids 4–9 $50, under 4 free, with free cancellation up to 24 hours before.
Honest note: This is one of our high-demand excursions, so on busy days your transport can run 15 to 20 minutes behind schedule because of island traffic and full pickup routes. It doesn't happen every time, but it does happen, and we'd rather tell you now than surprise you. We choose our operators carefully, so when it happens it's a short wait, not a missed tour.
Why Beach Lovers Book This Saona Island Escape
What to Expect
Here is how your day unfolds, step by step.
STEP 1
Early hotel pickup
STEP 2
Drive to the Bayahíbe dock (about 1 hour, up to 2 with group pickups)
STEP 3
Boat to Saona (speedboat one way, catamaran the other)
STEP 4
Natural pool stop
STEP 5
Beach time with BBQ buffet lunch and open bar
STEP 6
Boat back
STEP 7
Hotel drop-off
What's Included
- Saona Island excursion
- Speedboat one way and catamaran the other
- Natural pool stop Beach time
- BBQ buffet lunch
- Open bar
- Round-trip transport from most Bávaro / Punta Cana hotels (some remote areas may cost extra)
What's Not Included
- Tips
- Personal purchases
Pickup Times & Zones
Early morning pickup from Punta Cana area hotels; we send your exact pickup time after booking. Round-trip transport from most Bávaro / Punta Cana hotels (some remote areas may cost extra). No pickups from Miches hotels.
What to Bring
Saona or Catalina?
Saona or Catalina? Choose Saona for the palm-lined beach, the natural pool and a relaxed beach day. Choose Catalina Island for snorkeling.
Pros
- Lunch and open bar included
- Two boat rides and the natural pool
- Great value for families (under 4 free)
Cons
- Long day with an early start
- The natural pool stop can be lively with other boats
FAQs
How long is the trip?
A full day. We send your exact pickup time after booking.
Where do the boats leave from?
Bayahíbe, about 1 hour by road from Punta Cana hotels (up to 2 hours with group pickups).
How much for kids?
Infants 0–3 free, children 4–9 $50, adults 10+ $79.
Is lunch included?
Yes, a BBQ buffet lunch and an open bar.
Can we touch the starfish?
No. Look, but leave them in the water.
Do you pick up in Miches?
No, Saona pickups are from Punta Cana area hotels only.
Saona or Catalina?
Saona for the beach and the natural pool; Catalina for snorkeling.
Can I cancel for free?
Yes. Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour.
What if the weather is bad?
Tours run rain or shine. If the captain or the port authority cancels the trip for safety, you can reschedule for another day or get a full refund.
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