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Santo Domingo: Full Day Tour to Paradise Island - Cayo Arena

Short Description
Join this full-day beach & snorkel tour to Cayo Arena (Paradise Island) on the north coast of the Dominican Republic. Enjoy crystal-clear waters, vibrant marine life, a boat ride through mangroves, hotel pick-up, buffet lunch & snorkeling equipment included.
Description
Overview
? Escape to a tropical paradise at Cayo Arena—an idyllic sandbank island on the north coast of the Dominican Republic. This full-day adventure features crystal-clear waters, abundant marine life and comfortable transport from your hotel for a seamless beach-and-snorkel experience.
Highlights
? Explore vibrant coral reefs and swim among colourful tropical fish.
? Enjoy a scenic boat cruise through mangroves en route to the island.
☀️ Relax on pristine white sandy shallows and take in the turquoise waters.
?️ Enjoy a buffet lunch, fresh fruits and non-alcoholic drinks included.
? Hotel pick-up and return transport in air-conditioned vehicle simplify your day.
Full Description
Your adventure begins early with hotel pick-up from the Puerto Plata / Punta Rucia region in an air-conditioned vehicle. After a drive through scenic landscapes, you board a speedboat for a ride across La Isabela Bay’s mangrove-lined shores to reach Cayo Arena — a tiny sand-bank island often nick-named “Paradise Island”.
Once on the island, you’ll have ample free time to snorkel in shallow turquoise waters, admire colourful marine life and coral formations, swim in the refreshing sea and soak up the sun on the white sand. A boat ride through the surrounding mangrove jungle offers wildlife-spotting opportunities and tranquil nature views. A buffet lunch, fresh fruits and non-alcoholic drinks are provided, and return transport brings you back to your hotel in comfort.
What’s Included
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Pickup and drop-off at selected hotels in air-conditioned transport.
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Boat transportation to and from Cayo Arena.
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Use of snorkeling equipment (mask, snorkel).
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Buffet lunch, fresh fruits and non-alcoholic beverages.
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Life jackets and safety-equipment.
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Free time at Cayo Arena on the sand-bank and in the water.
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Guided boat ride through mangrove jungle.
What to Bring
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Swimwear and towel.
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Reef-safe sunscreen, sunglasses and hat.
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Water shoes or flip-flops (sand-bank may be shallow and rocky).
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Waterproof camera or snorkel gear if you prefer your own.
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Small amount of local currency for optional purchases (e.g., alcoholic drinks).
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Light change of clothes for return journey.
Duration
Approximately 8 hours (full-day excursion).
Price
From approx. US $92 per person (may vary by provider and pick-up location).
Why Travelers Love It
Travelers are drawn to Cayo Arena’s pristine white sand, crystal-clear shallow waters and rich marine life — perfect for relaxing and snorkeling. The combination of a boat ride through mangroves, free time for swimming and a relaxed beach-setting makes it ideal for beach-lovers and nature-enthusiasts alike. The included transport and lunch mean you can focus on fun rather than logistics.
Important Note
After completing your reservation, our team will contact you one day before your tour to confirm your exact hotel / Airbnb pickup time or meeting point.
If you selected a meeting point during your booking, please note that your reservation is fully confirmed — simply arrive at the chosen location at the scheduled time.
Please ensure the WhatsApp number, phone number, or email you entered during booking is correct so we can reach you smoothly.
For any changes to your reservation, weather questions, or special requests, feel free to contact us:
- 📞 Barbara (WhatsApp): +1 829-318-9463
- 📞 Dary (WhatsApp): +1 829-754-6322
- 📧 Email: reservabatour@gmail.com
We look forward to welcoming you! 🌴✨
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Reviews
Excellent tour! The itinerary was well-planned, and the guide made the whole experience memorable.
5 starts what can be done what can we see? Just trust in team let this take all over you easy lol hahaha all the best.
Excellent all around cheers team made our 1 day fab. You were really great with all our trip and we give a great team.
There is so many thanks to give or if its to what is to get with fun wow. If i never done what has been there with great wow team they will get you soon now great job.
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