4 Bayahibe Catamaran Cruises Worth Booking

1.Saona island – Small group tour – Luxury catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 139 reviews · 10 hours · from $169Our pick

Sail Quetzal from Bayahibe to Saona Island with guides such as Angel, Charlotte, and Bernard. You’ll snorkel at Catuano, relax on a quieter beach, eat lunch aboard, and swim among starfish at Las Palmillas. Expect a calm sailing day, not a loud party boat.

“I 100% recommend this trip! It’s great value for money and you definitely won't be disappointed. The catamaran ride was amazing, and the crew was fantastic. Great snacks and drinks on board too. Just a small note: Be prepared that the transfer cost to their office might not be stated upfront as they use a third-party service. However, the tour itself is perfect!”

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2.Santo Domingo: Saona Island VIP Catamaran Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 116 reviews · 7 - 12 hours

You’ll travel from Punta Cana or Santo Domingo to Bayahibe, then cross by catamaran or speedboat to Saona Island. Swim at a natural pool, see starfish, enjoy Creole buffet dishes, and return with music, dancing, and an open bar. Guide service is available in English, Italian, and Spanish.

“Excelente tour a Isla Saona. La organización fue clara, el personal siempre atento y el ambiente muy agradable. Disfrutamos mucho la música, la playa y el almuerzo típico.”

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

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

You’ll travel from Punta Cana to Bayahibe, then sail toward Saona Island with music, an open bar, and a stop at a shallow natural pool. Expect a Dominican buffet, about three hours on Saona, an English or Spanish guide, and hotel pickup if selected. Guide Alex has earned special praise for his friendly leadership.

“The natural pool stop was a highlight. Very enjoyable experience.”

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4.Island Escape to Saona • catamaran & Beach lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 74 reviews · 570 minutes - 10 hours · from $59Best value

Travel from Punta Cana or Bayahibe to Saona Island for a starfish-filled natural pool, buffet lunch, and beach time. Guide Mama Diari may assist in English, Spanish, and French. Expect a long day with bus transfers, a shopping stop, and a music-filled catamaran return.

“Très bonne ambiance. Et avec la guide Mama Diari qui était top ! Elle fait même l’effort de traduire en français pour ceux le moins a l’aise avec l’espagnol ou l’anglais. Petit bémol pour l’arrivée tardive sur l’île, en toute fin de service pour le déjeuner. Résultat : presque plus rien à manger (plus de viande du tout) alors que la prestation est incluse. D’où le 4 (au lieu d’un 5/5)”

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