Overview
Enjoy a full-day tropical escape from Santo Domingo to the stunning Saona Island. This guided excursion takes you to one of the Dominican Republic’s most famous Caribbean islands, known for its white sandy beaches, turquoise waters, and relaxing atmosphere.
Visit the breathtaking Saona Island
Swim in a natural pool with crystal-clear shallow waters
Relax on pristine beaches surrounded by palm trees
Enjoy a traditional Dominican buffet lunch
Travel by speedboat and catamaran for a complete experience
Start your adventure with an early pickup from Santo Domingo and travel to Bayahibe. From there, board a speedboat or catamaran and cruise across the Caribbean Sea toward Saona Island.
On the way, stop at the famous natural swimming pool where you can walk in waist-deep turquoise water and even spot starfish.
Once you arrive at Saona Island, you’ll have plenty of time to relax, swim, sunbathe, or explore the tropical surroundings. A delicious Dominican-style buffet lunch is served, along with drinks to keep you refreshed throughout the day.
In the afternoon, return by catamaran with music and a lively atmosphere before heading back to Santo Domingo.
✔ Round-trip transportation from Santo Domingo
✔ Boat transfers (speedboat & catamaran)
✔ Professional tour guide
✔ Buffet lunch (Dominican cuisine)
✔ Drinks (water, soft drinks, rum)
✔ Stop at natural swimming pool
Sunscreen
Sunglasses
Hat or cap
Swimwear
Camera
Extra cash for souvenirs
Full Day (Approx. 10–12 hours)
Hotel pickup or designated meeting point in Santo Domingo
Travelers love this tour for its perfect mix of relaxation and adventure. The combination of crystal-clear waters, scenic boat rides, and a tropical island atmosphere makes it one of the most unforgettable day trips in the Dominican Republic. The natural pool experience and lively catamaran ride are especially popular highlights.
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.
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We look forward to welcoming you! 🌴✨
I've been on many tours in my life, but this one stands out as truly exceptional. The small group size allowed for personalized attention and a more intimate experience. Our guide was incredibly knowledgeable and passionate, and she went above and beyond to ca…
If you have never been to the region before, this tour is a must! We definitely recommend and were so happy!
Excellent tour company. We saw a lot of great places. A fantastic day and good value for money.
We can't wait to book this trip again. Our tour guide was awesome and very friendly and showed us all the best places, thank you.
A must for first timers to the Dominican Republic!
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