Set sail to Saona Island for a day of complete Caribbean relaxation aboard this catamaran cruise. Lap up some laid-back vibes as you soak up the sun and the views, then, come ashore to enjoy an open bar, lunch, and Insta-perfect paradise scenes on a private beach.

Cast off into the sun-drenched seas surrounding the Eastern National Park and we'll cruise towards a beautiful beach surrounded by softly swaying palm trees, powder white sands and clear blue waters. Along the way, you can swim and snorkel beside shoals of tropical fish before stopping at a natural pool in the middle of the sea.

Once you're on dry land, you'll have plenty of time to stroll along the 1km-long private beach or just relax with a cocktail. Although Saona is one of the country's most-visited areas, there's an exclusive beach area reserved just for you. Another highlight is the lobster lunch at a beach front restaurant. And don't worry about getting thirsty – all your drinks are included.

Firstly we booked for Thursday, the bus didn’t turn up, after then waiting for 90minutes for our rep to arrive and inform us the trip doesn’t go Thursdays…… he rebooked us on the Friday trip which on the site is more than double the price. The trip went ahead, there organisation of the trips once at the hotel that run them was non existent but somehow worked and we got the boat, the swim area was good and the crew great, the island was amazing so would recommend this to anyone!

Loved the beach, food was awful we decided not to eat, the bar was dreadful only rum, coke and sprite so really not great, good job ther was a great beach👍

Qué incluya cerveza al menos, mujeres que bailen en el catamaran que animen a los turistas y abordar en el muelle

The people was very nice and very helpful

The trip itself—from boarding the boat to returning to the hotel—was great. It would help if water and a small bowl of fruit were available on the boat. Our first impression was worse: pickup HM Alma at 7:35, then almost an hour driving to other hotels, ending near Viva (10-min walk), so we missed breakfast (starts 7:30). Long waiting on the beach with three checks. I would suggest considering the use of participant stickers with color coding, which could make it easier to organize the crowd.

Lo que más me gustó fue el objeto del viaje de conocer algo natural tan lindo y bien conservado. Lo que no me gustó es que a la ida jamás mencionaron ni solicitaron usar el salvavidas y al regreso fue la primera exigencia quizás por la extremada velocidad que desarrolló esa embarcación y encima luego esperar mucho tiempo sobre los micros para volver a nuestros hoteles y me pareció exageración mala, usar un micro de 50 asientos o más para llevarme a mi solo. Fallas serias en la organización!

Why you’ll love this…

Speedboat and catamaran cruise
Stop at Palmilla natural pool
Free time at the private Viva Saona beach

Important to know

No lobster available from 1st March to 30th June due to an annual lobster ban
National Park fee of USD 5 is not included and is to be paid locally
English-speaking guide for all nationalities
Subject to weather conditions
Bring a towel
Bring insect repellent
Bring bathing gear and sunblock
Not suitable for expectant mothers
Not suitable for wheelchairs
Not suitable for guests with reduced mobility

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

What’s included

Transport
Guide
Boat cruise
Speedboat ride
Swim stops
Lunch
Drinks
Free time

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Pickup points

To see which pickup points are available, check under availability & prices.

Provider

TUI DOMINICANA, S.A.S

What people say about this experience

4.1/5

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Based on 64 reviews

Review categories

Safety

4.6/5

Service

3.4/5

Staff

4.6/5

Value for money

4.6/5

All ratings (64)

5 stars (29)

45%

4 stars (25)

39%

3 stars (6)

2 stars (0)

1 star (4)

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Slimjim
Traveled as a couple
October 2, 2026
4.6
United Kingdom
Firstly we booked for Thursday, the bus didn’t turn up, after then waiting for 90minutes for our rep to arrive and inform us the trip doesn’t go Thursdays…… he rebooked us on the Friday trip which on the site is more than double the price. The trip went ahead, there organisation of the trips once at the hotel that run them was non existent but somehow worked and we got the boat, the swim area was good and the crew great, the island was amazing so would recommend this to anyone!
R
Rick
Traveled as a couple
September 27, 2026
3.8
United Kingdom
Loved the beach, food was awful we decided not to eat, the bar was dreadful only rum, coke and sprite so really not great, good job ther was a great beach👍
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Victor
Traveled with a group of friends
July 10, 2026
4.6
Spain
Qué incluya cerveza al menos, mujeres que bailen en el catamaran que animen a los turistas y abordar en el muelle
M
Mia
Solo traveler
March 12, 2026
5
United Kingdom
The people was very nice and very helpful
P
Peter from Slovakia
Traveled as a couple
March 11, 2026
4.6
United Kingdom
The trip itself—from boarding the boat to returning to the hotel—was great. It would help if water and a small bowl of fruit were available on the boat. Our first impression was worse: pickup HM Alma at 7:35, then almost an hour driving to other hotels, ending near Viva (10-min walk), so we missed breakfast (starts 7:30). Long waiting on the beach with three checks. I would suggest considering the use of participant stickers with color coding, which could make it easier to organize the crowd.
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Gusta
Solo traveler
January 23, 2026
5
Spain
Lo que más me gustó fue el objeto del viaje de conocer algo natural tan lindo y bien conservado. Lo que no me gustó es que a la ida jamás mencionaron ni solicitaron usar el salvavidas y al regreso fue la primera exigencia quizás por la extremada velocidad que desarrolló esa embarcación y encima luego esperar mucho tiempo sobre los micros para volver a nuestros hoteles y me pareció exageración mala, usar un micro de 50 asientos o más para llevarme a mi solo. Fallas serias en la organización!