Saona Island highlights boat tour with buffet lunch

We were picked up at 7.40 to return back to the same hotel at 8 for other guests - was told 1hr 20 for travel time - was 2 hours - waited for a boat to collect us not until 11.30 until we set off which had to be a second boat as not enough room for us on it. Once on the boat we had to sit on the floor as was no room for us on a seat. Badly organised with ridiculous travel and waiting time - didn’t return back to hotel until 8.20pm Badly organised day with so much hanging around

We left hotel at 7.45am and got back at 7pm but got less then 3hrs on the island, nearly 10 hrs travelling. This should of been made clearer at the time of booking.

The journey was very long and tedious. The scenery on the boat was great. However, the island itself was very boring and lacked entertainment. The food was ok, could have been better. There were lots of flies around the food. Please , please get some food Nets to protect the lunch from flies. The washroom on the island had no water. There were too many vendors. It felt like we were stranded on a island market. Please have at least two swings, hammock and a little walking trail for your guests

The food was very salty the was full of rock there was a part of a tree in the sea I didn’t see I cut my left left leg and completely lost the big toe nail on my right foot the beach is dangerouse

A beautiful day with a chaotic ending. The island is spectacular and brings so much calm, but you should know what to expect regarding the transport. The coach ride is lengthy, so definitely bring your own water as none is offered on board. The biggest downside was the catamaran return—they play very loud music, which completely kills the relaxing island vibe you just enjoyed. To add to that, the boat staff heavily requests tips before you dock. Go for the island, but brace yourself for noise,

The speedboat to Saona was fun and much smoother than expected. Saona was beautiful, lots of shade to relax and the sea was amazing. Food was good and plenty to drink. Sadly the catamaran journey back ruined the whole day. What we expected to be a relaxing trip back turned out to be a deafening music on outdated equipment with nowhere to escape. 2 hours with fingers our ears whilst they encouraged everyone to drink and dance. Totally ruined the whole experience and worst 2 hours of my life!