Saona Island Tours in Punta Cana: 15 Picks, Priced

1.Catamaran Boat to Saona Island with Buffet Lunch

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

Spend a full day traveling from Punta Cana to Saona Island by speedboat and catamaran. Swim in a starfish-filled natural pool, relax on a palm-fringed beach, eat a Dominican buffet, and join the music and dancing on the return boat. Guides such as Christian, Alex, and Eduardo are often praised for their care and humor.

“Great trip. Stunning Cristal clear blue water of the Caribbean coast.”

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2.Saona Island Day Trip From Punta Cana with Lunch and Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,709 reviews · from $82

Spend a full day traveling from Punta Cana to Saona Island by speedboat and catamaran. Swim at a shallow natural pool, look for starfish, eat a Dominican buffet, and relax on the beach. Guides such as Alex, Christian, Eduardo, and Papito have earned praise, but long transfers and limited island time require patience.

“The tour was really fun! The natural "swimming pool" was breathtaking and Saona island was relaxing. The included buffet lunch was very delicious”

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3.Small Group: Saona Island Full Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,263 reviews · from $165Top rated

Join Melvin Duran and a small group for a 9-hour Saona Island outing from Punta Cana. Visit Mano Juan’s turtle conservation area, explore quiet beaches, snorkel, search for starfish, see mangroves, and enjoy breakfast, buffet lunch, reserved chairs, and an open bar. The early start helps you reach Saona before the larger boats.

“I struggled with this review because the crew truly did their best, went above and beyond, and we tipped them accordingly. Even so, the description of the tour did not match the experience. The bad: rough waters and a severely bumpy ride that went far beyond what we signed up for. If you’re not a thrill seeker or a rollercoaster fan, this is not the trip for you. The ride was high anxiety from start to finish, and even after we asked the crew to slow down, it didn’t improve. The meal, transportation, and overall experience felt authentic, but none of it was exclusive or luxury like the description repeatedly…”

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4.Saona Island Excursion From Punta Cana

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 671 reviews · from $82

Travel from Punta Cana to Saona Island by speedboat, enjoy beach time, lunch, an open bar, and a catamaran ride back to Bayahibe. Guides such as Alex, Francisco, and Benjamin may lead the day. Hotel pickup is included, but long transfers, loud music, beach sellers, and a packed boat can shape the experience.

“This tour was absolutely unforgettable, and Alex made it extraordinary from start to finish! He welcomed us with a warm smile and shared fascinating insights into Dominican history during the ride. The stop at the local shop to stretch our legRead more”

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5.Saona Island Full-Day All-Inclusive Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.8 · 465 reviews · 8 - 10 hours · from $58Best value

Spend about 10 hours traveling from Punta Cana or Bayahibe to Saona Island by speedboat and catamaran. You will swim at a starfish-filled natural pool, relax on a white-sand beach, eat a Dominican buffet, and return with music and rum drinks. Hotel pickup is optional, and guides speak five languages.

“Very exciting day..Mama Linda was extremely helpful and accommodating. The drive to the dock was kind of cramped; they consolidated vans to a tour bus. The speed boat and snorkeling were so much fun. The island was beautiful and lunch was hot and fresh. The catamaran was was a non stop party... with many Cuba libres flowing.. best trip”

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6.Full-Day Excursion in Saona Island

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 440 reviews · from $64

Leave Punta Cana around 7 a.m. for Bayahibe, then travel by speedboat to Saona Island with a 45-minute stop at a shallow natural pool. Enjoy lunch, drinks, and about three hours on the beach before returning by party catamaran. Guides such as Jose and Francisco are known for friendly energy, but transport delays and uneven organization can occur.

“A nice trip to the harbour to pick up a ride on a speed boat which took us to a cataram. We sailed over an hour ,the ride included free alcohol rum and softdrinks and beer. The ride had a party atmosphere dancing and loud music. We arrived Read more”

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7.Saona Island Catamaran Tour with Food & Open Bar

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

You’ll travel from Punta Cana, Bávaro, Uvero Alto, or Macao to Saona Island by coach, speedboat, and catamaran. Expect a 30-minute stop at the Natural Swimming Pool, beach time, a Dominican buffet, and unlimited beer, rum, soft drinks, and water. Guides may include Indiana Jones, with live commentary in six languages.

“It’s was more than I expected. Two different beach spots. Absolutely wonderful. We got a trimaran sail boat. Brilliant!!!”

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8.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 your hotel to Bayahibe, then across the Caribbean by sailing catamaran and speedboat. You get 2.5 hours on Saona Island, a buffet lunch, open-bar drinks, music, and a 30-minute stop at a shallow natural pool. Guides such as Christian, Juan, and Paula have earned strong praise for friendly service.

“it was one of the prettiest beaches we‘ve been and not to forget the guides, especially andy:)”

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9.Saona Island Tour with Lunch and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 274 reviews · 8 - 10 hours · from $75

Travel from Punta Cana to Saona Island by fast boat, stopping at Blue Lagoon and a sea star area before nearly three hours on the beach. A buffet lunch, drinks, and a music-filled catamaran ride back are included. Guides such as Danny Boy and Black Sexy Banana have earned warm praise for their energy and care.

“Amazing activity thank you for everything The island was beautiful !”

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10.Saona Island and Buggy Combo

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 193 reviews · 36 hours · from $99

Spend one day sailing to Saona Island and its natural pool, then trade the beach for a four-hour automatic buggy ride through rural Punta Cana. You will visit El Hoyo Cave, taste Dominican coffee and cacao, and head toward Macao Beach. Pickup serves Bávaro, Punta Cana, and Uvero Alto.

“El mejor tour! Nuestro guía turístico Benjamin fue el mejor! Durante el tour Angel fue nuestro fotógrafo el fue genial. el Cateman ride fue muy divertido, bailamos y el show de entretenimiento fue super. Si estas en Punta Cana te recomiendo tomar este tour a la Isla Saona! Definitivamente los mejores!”

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

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

Travel from Punta Cana to Bayahibe, then sail toward Saona Island with a professional English- or Spanish-speaking guide. You’ll stop at a shallow natural pool, enjoy beer and soft drinks, eat a Dominican buffet, and have about three hours on Saona’s beaches. The boat may change to a speedboat if sea conditions require it.

“This was the best tour we did in the Dominican Republic! The island is unbelievably beautiful, and the boat ride was a blast. The guides were professional but fun, the drinks kept flowing, and the beach time was just perfect. The buffet exceeded expectations, too. Loved it!”

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12.Island Escape to Saona • catamaran & Beach lunch

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

Spend a long day reaching Saona Island from Punta Cana, Bávaro, Bayahíbe, or nearby areas. Swim at a starfish-filled natural pool, eat a local buffet, then return by catamaran with music and an open bar. Guide Mama Diari may translate in English, Spanish, and French, though road transfers and limited island time require patience.

“So to put it into context, we've just got back after a full 12 hour day. The tour guide was brilliant throughout but be prepared to sit on coaches for a VERY long time. Considering we were on our feet for a full 12 hours, the island and tropical pool and catamaran ride only totalled about 4 of those hours. Well worth the money just let down by chaotic and sketchy pick ups/drop offs. The island itself was stunning and buffet was fab, the pineapple Pina Colada is an absolute must. Just a shame we only got 1.5hrs on it ! Picture postcard perfect just be aware of the LONG…”

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13.Perfect Day at Saona Island by Speedboat – Completely Private

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 64 reviews · from $450

Spend about eight hours traveling from Punta Cana to Saona Island by speedboat with private land and water transfers. Stop at a natural pool, Turtle Lagoon, Starfish Bay, Clearwater Beach, and the Survivor filming area. Stanley and the boat crew guide the day, with snorkeling gear, drinks, optional champagne, and a beach buffet included.

“Our trip was perfect from start to finish. Stanley and the Captain gave us a warm welcome and spoilt us throughout. They seemed to know all the best places away from the crowds. Our girls said it was one of the best days of their lives and the beaches were the most beautiful they’d ever seen. Thank you to all of the Bia team”

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14.Saona Special Tour: Four Beaches & Canto Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 55 reviews · 8 hours · from $100

Spend eight hours exploring Saona Island in a group of no more than 35. Swim in starfish waters, eat a private buffet at Saona Paradise, visit Mano Juan, and finish at Canto de la Playa. Multilingual guides, drinks, transport, sunbeds, and park fees are included. Photographer Cuchi Cuchi offers optional island portraits.

“To jest jedno z miejsc które trzeba zobaczyć będąc na Dominikanie. Można tu zobaczyć przede wszystkim wspaniałą przyrodę, przepiękne plaże nieskażone wszechobecnymi hotelami, otoczone palmowym lasem. Wybraliśmy się w te rejony na wycieczkę organizowaną przez lokalną firmę Domican Emotion z Bayahibe, która świetnie się spisała. Poza świetną atmosferą jakoś tak dobijaliśmy do plaż w momencie gdy inne wycieczki właśnie odpływały a my plaże mieliśmy dla siebie... wspaniała przygoda. Po drodze udało nam się zobaczyć niewielkie stado delfinów...🫠”

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15.Saona Island Full-Day Open Bar, Lunch & Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 46 reviews · 9 - 12 hours · from $73

Spend 9 to 12 hours traveling from La Romana to Isla Saona by speedboat and catamaran. You will stop at a starfish-filled natural pool, enjoy about three hours on the island, eat Dominican barbecue and salad, and have rum and soft drinks from the open bar. Premium options add Canto de la Playa, Mano Juan, or a sunset catamaran party.

“Day had its moments but was mostly terrible, had to walk 20 mins for pick up even though they advertised hotel pick up, then got drove like Mario Kart round the world picking people up, got kicked out of one car into a different mini van to then drive hours to the dock, waited 30 mins for the boat, no water or seating so my partner sat on the floor, boat then came and it was a free for all to get on, I got us to the front to make sure we got a seat on the boat in the shade, then the music was louder then a rocket…”

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