The 15 Best Punta Cana Catamaran Cruises

1.Catamaran Boat to Saona Island with Buffet Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 3,822 reviews · 8 hours · from $82 per person Our pick

Spend a full day reaching Saona Island by speedboat, stopping at a starfish-filled natural pool, then returning by catamaran. Guides such as Christian, Alex, and Eduardo lead the trip in several languages. Expect a Dominican buffet, drinks, music, dancing, beach time, and a long coach transfer from Punta Cana.

“Christian really made us feel welcome, he explained the history of the area and we got to learn about the religion of typical Dominicans. I would recommend this trip to those who just want to relax and enjoy the beach. there were a lot of people when we visited the beach and the swimming spot, but it was never crowded.”

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2.Small-Group Cruising and Snorkeling Catamaran Tour

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

Spend about 3.5 hours aboard a catamaran limited to 16 people, with hotel pickup, snorkeling in a nature reserve, a sandbar stop, paddleboarding, snacks, and drinks. Crew members such as David, Sosa, Jorge, and Mike are praised for keeping the trip friendly and safe, but morning departures may offer a quieter ride.

“Excellent experience. As described. Very attentive boat crew. We got picked up at RIU and transit was very smooth.”

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

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

Spend about 4.5 hours combining a double-decker catamaran, shallow-water snorkeling, a natural pool stop, drinks, snacks, and parasailing from Cortesito Beach. Crew members such as Derly, Deryl, Victor, and Kitson have earned praise for keeping the mood lively. Expect transfers and possible waiting between activities.

“It was wonderful, everything was perfect! The crew is funny. They took care of everybody and every detail to an unforgettable experience. Our parasail was the most high of every other's there! I huge recommend them!”

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4.Saona Island Catamaran Tour with Food & Open Bar

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

Spend a full day traveling from Punta Cana, Bávaro, Uvero Alto, or Macao to Saona Island by speedboat or catamaran. Stop at the Natural Swimming Pool, enjoy a Dominican buffet and open bar, then relax on white sand. Guides such as Indiana Jones are praised for keeping the boat lively, though travel time can reduce beach hours.

“Oh my gosh … what can I say this experience was awesome and I would fly back to do it again”

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5.Private Catamaran Snorkeling Family Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 320 reviews · $900 for the boat, seats 10

Spend about three hours on a private catamaran off Bavaro with snorkeling, Caribbean music, Bachata and Merengue lessons, fruit, bottled water, and an open bar. Hotel pickup and drop-off come by air-conditioned minivan. A multilingual guide and photographer are included, but photo packages cost extra, so ask about pricing before boarding.

“Great tour and awesome guides. Would have preferred if the camera man told us the photos weren't included in the pricing cause it was a bit annoying that we didn't get photos on our phones cause we thought they were included. Otherwise great experience!”

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

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

You’ll travel from your hotel to Bayahibe, then reach Saona Island by speedboat and sailing catamaran, with the order depending on the selected option. Expect 2.5 hours on the beach, buffet lunch, open-bar drinks, music, and a 30-minute stop at the natural pool. Guides including Christian, Juan, and Paula have earned special praise for their care and energy.

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

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 281 reviews · $989 for the boat, seats 14

Sail privately from Bibijagua with a captain and crew aboard a catamaran for up to 14 people. You’ll snorkel near Cabo Engaño, use the boat slide, paddle in a shallow natural pool, enjoy rum, beer, cocktails, and snacks, then visit a souvenir market. Morning and afternoon departures are offered.

“Celebrated my 30th birthday with my closest friends on Happy Fish! Always a wonderful time with the best crew!”

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8.Private Catamaran Cruise with Slide & unlimited drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 270 reviews · $795 for the boat, seats 10

You’ll spend about 3.5 hours on a private catamaran from Bávaro Beach, with snorkeling, a water slide, dolphin spotting, a shallow natural pool, music, drinks, snacks, and Dominican-style food. Your group has the boat to itself, and the crew can play your music. Pickup is offered from Punta Cana and Bávaro hotels.

“Great private catamaran ride. Staff were so friendly and worked really hard to create a great experience for us. Everyone in the family had fun and I would highly recommend”

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9.Catamaran Tour with Reef Snorkeling and Open Bar

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

Spend about three hours aboard a spacious catamaran with guides such as Vanessa, Pablo, Jay, and Joel. Snorkel over a fish-filled reef, use the boat slide, swim in a natural pool, visit a private beach, and enjoy sandwiches, cake, fruit, snacks, and an open bar. Hotel pickup covers Punta Cana, Bávaro, Macao, and Uvero Alto.

“Great excursions. Very fun! Lots to do ! Good water activity. The food provided was better than expected. The drinks could have been better. Really enjoyed this excursion!”

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10.Party Boat Catamaran with Snorkeling from Punta Cana

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

Join KayG Travel at 2 p.m. for a roughly four-hour catamaran trip from Punta Cana. You will snorkel among tropical fish, swim in a natural ocean pool, watch for dolphins near an enclosure, and enjoy music, dancing, snacks, an open bar, and boat slides. Pickup is offered, but allow extra time for transfers.

“Everything was lovely, the only thing that bugged me was that you spent like 25 mins at the snorkelling spot with nice water and then they took you to this natural pool, which was really just greenish water that looks like lake water and you spent over an hour there and it's pretty shallow, it wasn't bad just wish we spent more time at the snorkeling area, also the music is VERY loud but if you don't mind then it shouldnt be a problem, the staff were amazing tho and always kept the vibes good, the people taking pictures on board were very nice but do note that the pictures…”

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11.Private Catamaran Cruise with Slide & unlimited drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 163 reviews · $680 for the boat, seats 10

Take a private three-hour catamaran from Punta Cana for up to 10 people. Expect hotel pickup, snorkeling, dolphin-habitat views, a natural pool, a semi-private beach, an onboard slide, music, snacks, and an open bar. The crew provides safety instructions, guides, equipment, and refreshments.

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

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12.3 ADVENTURES: Sailing Catamaran Cruise – Hooka Diving – Snorkeling

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

Spend about four hours off Punta Cana on a catamaran with snorkeling, hookah underwater time, drinks, music, and professional guides. You will explore the Bávaro coral barrier without carrying heavy scuba gear. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, but allow extra time for a possibly disorganized marina departure.

“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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13.Catamaran Family Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 137 reviews · 3 hours · from $65 per person

Spend three hours aboard a family catamaran off Punta Cana, with a calm-water snorkeling stop, music and a kids’ show, drinks for adults, soft drinks and snacks for children, and a final swim at a natural pool. Hotel pickup, gear, life jackets, and Wi-Fi are included.

“Magnifico!!!! So fun and the experience for the money is awesome! 10/10”

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14.Saona Island Full Day Excursion from Punta Cana + Catamaran Party

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 103 reviews · from $79 per person

Spend about nine hours traveling from Punta Cana to Saona Island by road and boat. You will stop at a natural pool, relax on white sand, eat a Dominican buffet lunch, and join a music-filled catamaran ride with drinks. Guides may include Enrique or DannyBoy, though transport and language service can vary.

“Excellent excursion. Friendly people, delicious food, great ambiance. Overall an amazing experience.”

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15.Catamaran Boat Party with Unlimited Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 82 reviews · 3h 30m · from $58 per person Best value

You’ll spend 210 minutes cruising Punta Cana’s coast with a Spanish, English, or French-speaking guide, snorkeling gear, music, snacks, and drinks. The trip includes a stop in clear water and time in a natural ocean pool. Hotel pickup is available from Punta Cana, Bávaro, Cabeza de Toro, and Uvero Alto.

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