Snorkeling Trips in La Romana: 9 Picks, Priced

1.National Park Jungle Walk & Snorkeling in Cenotes

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 171 reviews · 3 hours · from $55Our pick

From Bayahibe, Gaëlle and Julien lead a small group through Cotubanama National Park to Cenotes Chicho. You will walk a marked jungle trail, descend into a cave with a flashlight, and snorkel beneath stalactites and stalagmites in clear 25°C spring water. Hotel pickup, equipment guidance, and a post-tour aperitif are included.

“It was an increadible experience! Cenotes are the perfect place to start your diving journey. Friendly people who guided us as well. We had a great day!”

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2.Catalina Island – Snorkeling tour on a luxury catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 151 reviews · from $129Top rated

Cruise from Bayahibe to Catalina Island aboard the Quetzal catamaran, with snorkeling at The Wall and The Aquarium, beach time, buffet lunch, snacks, and unlimited beer, rum, and soft drinks. Guides speak English, Spanish, and French. The return includes Casa de Campo’s coast and the Chavón River.

“The best snorkeling in Dominican Republic. The crew are fantastic. The best trip by far. Food supplied was tasteful and fresh. Would I do this trip again YES.”

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3.From Punta Cana or Bayahibe: Catalina Island with Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★3.7 · 144 reviews · 10 hours · from $58

You’ll ride from Punta Cana or Bayahibe to La Romana, then take a catamaran to Catalina Island for reef snorkeling, a Dominican barbecue buffet, open drinks, and beach time. This private 10-hour outing suits confident swimmers who value an included lunch and island escape, but expect limited island exploration and basic beach seating.

“- notre hôtel n'étant pas dans la zone de prise en charge, nous avons dû nous débrouiller par nous même pour nous rendre dans le lieu. (Limite harceler le responsable pour avoir la zone de rdv!!!!) - Le personnel pensant qu'on ne parler pas créoles (erreur) ce sont permis des commentaires désobligeants - confiner dans 20m de transat pendant 2h - 0 découverte de l'île, rien - un aller retour en bateau pour rester couché sur un transat 2h (pour ceux qui on eu la chance d'en avoir) Inconcevable”

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4.Full-Day Catalina Island Snorkeling Tour from La Romana

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 117 reviews · from $72

Sail from La Romana to Catalina Island aboard a motor catamaran, with PADI-certified guides leading a snorkel stop at The Wall. Then transfer by the Eileen speedboat to a private west-coast beach for a Dominican BBQ, loungers, shoreline snorkeling, and drinks. Expect a lively boat, a group of up to 50, and a long day shaped by sea conditions and organization.

“This trip was NOT booked through the hotel, which was our mistake and we learned our lesson. This trip was booked through this 3rd party company call Viator. We booked a Full-Day Catalina Island Snorkeling Tour and when we arrived, tRead more”

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5.Catalina Island Snorkel Excursion from Punta Cana

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 80 reviews · from $179

Travel from Punta Cana to Catalina Island with SeaPro Divers for snorkeling at The Wall, a beach barbecue, and free time by the sea. Hotel pickup is offered at selected resorts. Expect a mixed group of snorkelers and scuba participants, a boat ride from La Romana, provided equipment, drinks, and a maximum of 30 people.

“this was such a nice tour. It's a family business and they're amazing and friendly. I would do it again when i go back to Punta Cana”

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6.Full-day Snorkelling Tour in Catalina Island

★★★★★★★★★★3.6 · 54 reviews

You’ll leave Punta Cana early, ride by bus to La Romana, then cruise by boat or catamaran to Catalina Island. The day includes a coral-reef snorkeling stop, a Dominican buffet lunch, beach time, and swimming inside Cotubanamá National Park. Expect a full day with hotel pickup, French, Spanish, and English service, and a potentially cramped road transfer.

“La pasé espectacular rodeada de playas hermosas, aguas cristalinas y un ambiente súper relajante. Gracias a One Click Shuttles & Travel todo estuvo perfecto: desde el transporte 🚐, la organización 👌, hasta el almuerzo delicioso frente al mar 🍽️🏖️. 💙 Sin duda, una experiencia que volvería a repetir mil veces. ¡100% recomendado!”

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7.Small Group Catalina Island Snorkeling Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 40 reviews · 8 hours - 630 minutes · from $128

Spend a full day with guides such as Christian, Claudio, Evan, José, and Gregorio, snorkeling Catalina Island’s Wall and Aquarium, swimming from a 45-foot boat, eating a Dominican lunch, and cruising the Chavón River. Transport is available from Punta Cana, Bayahibe, Dominicus, Juan Dolio, and Boca Chica.

“Our driver on the way home was falling asleep at the wheel and we narrowly avoided more than 3 accidents. No fault of the boat company but they need to use a different transport company The snorkeling and beach day were great, but both my son and I had stomach issues after the provided beach lunch.”

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8.Catalina Island Comfort: Snorkeling & Catamaran Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 33 reviews · 7h 30m · from $90

From Los Melones, you’ll ride to Bayahibe, board a catamaran at 9 AM, and sail toward Catalina Island with snacks, drinks, music, and views of the Chavón River. You’ll snorkel for 45 minutes at La Pared, then enjoy a buffet lunch, open bar, sunbeds, and beach time. Multilingual guides include José.

“Trop de monde sur le catamaran Une des hôtesses n'était pas du tout sympathique Repas sous forme de buffet très moyen L'île Catalina autrefois préservée et magnifique est devenue un piège à touristes a l'identique de Saona”

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9.Snorkeling in the Cenotes of Bayahibe

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 30 reviews · from $55

Join Gaëlle and Julien of Go Dive Bayahibe for a three-hour outing to Cueva de Chicho in Cotubanama National Park. After private pickup and a 20-minute jungle walk, you’ll swim with snorkel gear in clear, 25°C water beneath stalactites and columns. Groups are capped at 10, with an aperitif after the swim.

“Nice experience. Cenote not difficult to access, nice and refreshing. Supported by Go dive very welcoming and friendly. I recommend for an exotic afternoon.Auto-translated”

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