Bayahibe, Dominican Republic · 40+ Saona day trips
Saona Island
Day Trips
Catamaran from Bayahibe
Full day Saona Island catamaran trips with open bar, lunch and natural pool stop. Free pickup from Punta Cana and Bavaro hotels.
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What kind of Saona day trip are you looking for?
How much does a Saona Island day trip cost?
Three ways to explore: a full day catamaran tour, a fast speedboat-and-snorkel combo, or a private all inclusive charter.
Saona Catamaran Tour
From $44/ person
- Catamaran sail from Bayahibe to Saona
- Open bar with rum and beer onboard
- Caribbean buffet lunch on the beach
- Free hotel pickup from Punta Cana
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Snorkel & Natural Pool
From $59/ person
- Snorkel stop at the offshore reef
- Natural pool starfish swim
- Speedboat return to Bayahibe
- Snorkel gear included
All Inclusive Day Trip
From $89/ person
- Open bar and Dominican lunch buffet
- Beach time on Saona white sand
- Bilingual guide and hotel pickup
- Round trip transfer from Bavaro
Best Saona Island Tours from Punta Cana 2026
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The real Saona Island experience
Local Bayahibe captains
Dominican crews who know every reef, beach and natural pool around Saona.
Small groups available
Real attention and access to quieter Saona beaches the big party boats skip.
All inclusive on board
Open bar, Caribbean buffet lunch, snorkel gear and hotel pickup. Everything included.
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Saona Island Catamaran Tour
"Sailing the catamaran from Bayahibe to Saona was the highlight of our Punta Cana trip. Open bar with rum, a buffet lunch on the beach and a stop at the natural pool to swim with starfish. Pure Caribbean."
★★★★★
Saona Snorkel and Natural Pool
"The natural pool in the middle of the sea is unreal: waist deep clear water with starfish everywhere. Snorkel gear was included and the speedboat ride back to Bayahibe was a blast."
★★★★★
Private Saona Charter
"We booked the private charter for our family and the captain stopped wherever we wanted. Calm turquoise water, white sand beach to ourselves and excellent fresh fish for lunch."
Saona Island is a tropical island in the Cotubanama National Park, off the south east coast of the Dominican Republic. It is reached only by boat from Bayahibe, about one hour west of Punta Cana. Famous for white sand beaches, palm groves and the offshore natural pool where starfish live in shallow water.
Group catamaran day trips with open bar and lunch start from around $80 per adult, mid-range catamaran-and-speedboat combos from $150, and private charters from $400 per boat. Most include free hotel pickup from Punta Cana, Bavaro and La Romana.
Yes. Catamarans and speedboats carry life jackets for all ages and the natural pool is shallow and calm. Most operators welcome children of all ages and infants travel free or at reduced fare. Bring sunscreen, hats and snacks for younger kids.
December through April is the dry season with sunny days, calm seas and minimal rain. May, June and November are also great with fewer crowds. Avoid August through October if you can since this is peak Atlantic hurricane season and tours may be cancelled at short notice.
Swimwear, a beach towel, reef-safe sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, water shoes for the rocky shore and some cash in pesos for tips. Cameras and phones in a waterproof pouch since the natural pool stop is wet. Most catamarans give you a wristband for the open bar.
Saona pairs naturally with a Catalina Island snorkel day, a Hoyo Azul tour at Scape Park, an ATV ride to a Macao beach or a zipline session at Anamuya. Save Saona for a calm sea day and use the inland Scape Park as a backup if the wind picks up.
We recommend booking at least 48-72 hours in advance, especially during winter holidays, spring break and around Easter when Saona day trips sell out fast. Private charters and small group catamarans go first. Instant confirmation on all bookings.
Yes. Most tours offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Cancellations made less than 24 hours before departure are non-refundable. Check the specific tour for details.
Destinations Near Saona Island
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Bayahibe
🌊Fishing village turned departure port for every Saona Island day trip. One hour west of Punta Cana, gateway to Cotubanama National Park.
Cotubanama Park
🤿Dominican national park protecting Saona and Catalina islands plus the inland Hoyo Azul cenote. Mangroves, reefs and Taino caves.
Catalina Island
🚤Smaller sister island next to Saona inside Cotubanama Park. Best wall snorkeling on the south coast and quieter beaches than Saona.
La Romana
🏖️Cruise port and Casa de Campo gateway. Many Saona day trips offer free pickup from La Romana hotels and the cruise terminal.
Bavaro Beach
Long stretch of Punta Cana hotel beaches. Most Saona day trips include free roundtrip transport from Bavaro and Punta Cana resorts.
Saona Island Visitor Guide
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Read our complete guide: best time to visit, catamaran vs speedboat, what to pack, how to get from Bayahibe and how to combine Saona with Hoyo Azul or Catalina.