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The 15 Best Dominican Republic Catamaran Cruises

31 tours  ·  from $58 a head

The 15 best dominican republic catamaran cruises you can book right now, each with the per-head price, the hours it runs and how much of that is spent at anchor. Number one is first for a reason.

Punta Cana: Catamaran Boat to Saona Island with Buffet Lunch - The journey from Punta Cana takes patience
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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 catamaran, stopping at a clear natural pool filled with starfish. Guides such as Christian, Alex, Eduardo, and Juan lead the day, which includes beach time, buffet lunch, drinks, and music on the return boat.

“We had an amazing tour to Isla Saona with Eduardo! He was incredibly kind, friendly, and very informative — you could really tell he cared about making sure everyone had a great experience. He explained everything clearly and made the whole day fun and relaxing. Our hotel pickup driver was also fantastic — he made sure everyone got back to their hotels safely. The entire experience felt well-organized and welcoming from start to finish. The VIP experience was also excellent as the lobster and shrimp were absolutely delicious! There was such amazing effort from the photography team - their pictures were gorgeous! The speedboat and catamaran crew were all excellent…”

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Small-Group Cruising and Snorkeling Catamaran Tour - Snorkeling at the nature 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 reef snorkeling, fish feeding, a slide, paddleboarding, cocktails, and a waist-deep sandbar stop. Pickup is offered from Punta Cana hotels, and crew members such as David, Sosa, Jorge, and Mike are praised for keeping the trip friendly and safe.

“Fabulous excursion. This was our 2nd time with Happy Fish and both experiences were great. Snorkle and slide down sliding board, dive off diving board. Relaxed party vibe but always safe.”

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Punta Cana Combo Tour: Snorkeling, Catamaran Cruise & Parasailing - Snorkeling near Bavaro Beach
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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 snorkeling near Bavaro Beach, swimming at a natural pool, enjoying drinks and snacks on a double-decker catamaran, then parasailing off Cortesito Beach. Guides such as Deryl, Derly, Victor, and Kitson are often praised for keeping the day lively and helping families feel welcome.

“The pick up arrangement made a misunderstanding that give us a wrong instruction. The tour is ok but arrangement need to be improved”

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Saona Island small group and relax - luxury catamaran - Setting out from Bayahibe at 7:30 a.m.
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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

Sail from Bayahibe aboard the 75-foot Quetzal, limited to 30 people. Snorkel at Catuano, relax on Saona Island, and visit Las Palmillas natural pool. Lunch, snacks, drinks, equipment, guide, and Bayahibe hotel transfers are included. Guides may include Lola, Charlotte, Enrique, and Bernard.

“What a great experience to start out with ***** a beautiful boat and very great professional crew a small group which was very nice having alot of room on the boat to move around as we wanted without it being crowded. We made our stops and having amazing lunch and had wonderful drinks.. thanks for the great memories guys. Untill next time crew.”

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Punta Cana: Saona Island Catamaran Tour with Food & Open Bar - The Long Road 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 $67Best value

Spend about eight hours reaching Saona Island from Punta Cana, stopping at the Natural Swimming Pool, then relaxing on white sand with lunch and an open bar. The boat may be a catamaran or speedboat, and guides such as Indiana Jones have earned warm praise for keeping the ride lively.

“*Real review* 100% recommend booking this activity. Was picked up from hotel on time. Great communication before and throughout. Was really looked after. Alcoholic Drinks were served throughout! Indiana Jones was our host. He was lovely and made everyone feel welcomed. When we arrived at the island the food was absolutely delicious. Everything was smooth. Highly recommend. Things to look out: Avoid having professional photos taken! Have a good breakfast before cause it’s a long day! Bring water, a snack, sunscreen and anti sickness tablets!”

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Private Catamaran Snorkeling Family Adventure - The three-hour route from Bavaro to the natural pool
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Private Catamaran Snorkeling Family Adventure

6.Private Catamaran Snorkeling Family Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 320 reviews

You get a private catamaran for about three hours off Bavaro, with hotel pickup, snorkeling gear, a guide, open bar, fruit, music, and a natural-pool stop. The crew teaches Bachata and Merengue, while a photographer captures the day. Photo packages cost extra, so ask about prices early.

“We love going on catamarans. This was the first time we did a private one. It was such a fun day!! We will definitely book again next time in DR”

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Saona Island: Catamaran/Speedboat Tour to a Dream Beach - Saona Island gives you 2.5 hours to slow down
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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

Spend 7 to 10 hours traveling from Bayahibe to Saona Island by speedboat and sailing catamaran. You get 2.5 hours on a white-sand beach, buffet lunch, open-bar drinks, Caribbean music, and a 30-minute natural-pool stop. Guides such as Christian, Juan, and Paula are praised for warm, attentive service.

“Everything was great. Our guide, Juan was perfect, he speaks english, french, and german. The music and the staff on catamaran was entertaining. The lunch on Saona island was good and enaugh. On Saona we had a massage, it costs 50$ - 90$ negociabil. Overall it eas a great trip.”

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Punta Cana Private Catamaran Cruise with Drinks and Light Snacks - Punta de los Nidos: The Slide and Splash Stop
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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

Sail privately from Bibijagua for four hours with a captain and crew. Snorkel near Cabo Engaño, use the boat slide, paddleboard in a shallow natural pool, enjoy rum and signature cocktails, then browse souvenirs at Playa Bibijagua. Groups of up to 14 can set the pace.

“Our teens, kids & adults loved it!!!! First of all I want to thank Viator agents and the Happy Fish captain for always responding to my emails when I had any questions about my trip and charges, you do worry about traveling abroad but Viator & Happy Fish were always in touch. I want to send special thank you to Juan, Sosa and Ivan for their amazing service and help with the teens, kids & adults. Nice boat with enough shade, snorkelin, jump off deck, enough drinks for adults & young. Snacks were great. Snorkeling, paddle boards and beautiful swimming areas. Worth every penny!!! Our Private tour Party of 10pp…”

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Private Catamaran Cruise with Slide & unlimited drinks - Hotel pickup and the start at Playa Los Corales
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Private Catamaran Cruise with Slide & unlimited drinks

9.Private Catamaran Cruise with Slide & unlimited drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 270 reviews

Spend about 3.5 hours on a private Punta Cana catamaran for up to 10 people. Snorkel, use the onboard slide, swim at a natural pool, spot dolphins, play your music, and enjoy drinks and Dominican food. Pickup is available, but bring sunscreen, towels, tip money, and cash for optional photos.

“We did a solo trip with just our family yesterday, the crew was incredible and so personable. We were so glad we did this tour and got the crew we did, don’t think we have ever had such a great and relaxing time on an excursion like this.”

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Punta Cana: Catamaran Tour with Reef Snorkeling and Open Bar - Hotel pickup from Punta Cana and the ride to the dock
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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 about three hours aboard a spacious Punta Cana catamaran with guides such as Vanessa, Pablo, Jay, or Carlos. Snorkel over a fish-filled reef, use the onboard slide, stop at a natural pool and private beach, and enjoy snacks and an open bar with hotel pickup included.

“It was a great experience, the crew were very accommodating, our son wasn't feeling good that day and the crew made him a homage drink to calm his stomach, they went above and beyond. The snorkeling was great, clear waters and colorful fish. The boat is clean with a slide. They had sandwiches cakes, fruit and plenty of drinks. Overall we had a great experience.”

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Party Boat Catamaran with Snorkeling from Punta Cana - Boarding the Catamaran
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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

Spend about four hours off Punta Cana’s Bavaro coast on a lively catamaran with snorkeling gear, slides, snacks, dancing, and an open bar. You’ll swim in a natural pool, pause near dolphins, and return to port with music playing. Pickup is offered, with space for up to 60 people.

“I wasn’t aware that kids were allowed on the party boat. And it said it was a 4 hour excursion. We left at 12:52 pm and did not arrive back to our resort until 8pm. I would not have taken it if it I knew in advance that it would take a good portion of our day or maybe would have taken it on a different day when we had more time left on vacation. The staff was pleasant and they tried to make it a party but it was kind of dry. We did dance at the end. That would have been nice throughout.”

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Saona Island Excursion by Catamaran and Speedboat - Three hours on Saona Island
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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

Travel from Punta Cana to Saona Island by speedboat or catamaran, stopping at a shallow ocean sandbar before a beach day with a Dominican barbecue buffet, local drinks, music, dancing, and optional volleyball. Guides may include Max or Jack Sparrow. Hotel transfers are included, but expect a long, busy day.

“My son and I were super excited about going on this excursion. We got an email the night before that it had been cancel and that I needed to contact Viator to receive a refund.”

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Catamaran Snorkeling All-Inclusive Day-Trip - Second stop near Sosua Beach
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Catamaran Snorkeling All-Inclusive Day-Trip

13.Catamaran Snorkeling All-Inclusive Day-Trip

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

Spend about six and a half hours aboard Tip Top’s 75-foot catamaran, snorkeling at two sites near Sosua, eating a buffet lunch, and sailing the north coast. Guides such as Alex, Papo, Sonia, and Andrew are known for lively service, but snorkeling quality and boat capacity can vary.

“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 - Hotel pickup and the start at Playa Los Corales
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Private Catamaran Cruise with Slide & unlimited drinks

14.Private Catamaran Cruise with Slide & unlimited drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 163 reviews

You’ll sail privately from Punta Cana for about three hours with hotel pickup, snorkeling gear, an open bar, snacks, music, and a natural-pool stop. The route includes views of a dolphin habitat and time at a semi-private beach. Ask ahead about the advertised slide, since its use is not detailed in the itinerary.

“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 - The catamaran ride and open bar
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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 on a catamaran with hotel pickup, an open bar, snorkeling, and guided hookah underwater time near Bávaro’s coral barrier. The boat holds up to 40 people, making this a social, music-filled outing rather than a quiet reef trip.

“DO NOT buy the pictures they offer to sell you. They are way overpriced. I was foolish to think they would be worth it. The marine life where we were taken to view was not anything special and the are was overcrowded with many boats anRead more”

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