Saona island is a picture-perfect slice of Caribbean paradise. Upgrade your time on its blissful beaches with plenty of time at Abanico Beach and VIP dining including lobster and wine. You'll start with a scenic cruise over to the island. Next, lunch and plenty of time to relax on Saona, before the return trip with a swim stop at the natural pools

Thanks to the guide for a fascinating tour. I don't recommend the food: the island is beautiful, but the lobster is inedible. This trip isn't worth the money.

Overall this was an amazing experience! The views and beach are incredible, the speed boat, catamaran experience an absolute treat. Lobster lunch was the icing on the cake. All the staff were amazing and although a little chaotic at times it all added to the experience! Only slight negative was the late arrival of the pick up which did have us worried, but we knew the TUI app was there to help if we needed it. It's a must do activity for anyone coming to the Dom Rep!

The speed boat was fun, but the trip felt rushed as you don’t get much time to enjoy everything

Scenery beautiful. Rep wasn't aware of the excursion. I ended up booking on the app . On site rep only aware of the VIP and basis excursion but not the Albanco beach Lobster lunch. Difficult to understand Rep - was having to interpret too many languages , conversation became confusing.Too long a wait for smaller buses transferring passengers to main coach . Coach cramped , no leg room. Crammed in back of a speed boat, no leg room at all , developed back cramps due to this the next day.

Why you’ll love this…

Spend a day relaxing on idyllic Abanico Beach, Saona Island
Tuck in to a VIP lobster lunch under the palm trees
Stop for a swim at the natural pools on the return cruise

Important to know

From 1st March until 30th June, no lobster will be served due to an annual lobster ban – shrimp will be served instead
Not suitable for expectant mothers or guests with back problems
Not suitable for guests with reduced mobility
Bring bathing gear and sunblock
Bring biodegradable insect repellent
Bring a towel
Bring money for extras or gratuities
Subject to weather conditions
Please note that all times are approximate and subject to change

Cancellation policy

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

What’s included

Transport
Guide
Catamaran cruise
Speedboat ride
Lunch
Drinks
Open bar serving locally branded drinks
Swim stops

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

4.3/5

All reviews are verified

Based on 5 reviews

Review categories

Staff

4.1/5

Value for money

4/5

Safety

4.1/5

Service

4.1/5

All ratings (5)

5 stars (2)

40%

4 stars (2)

40%

3 stars (1)

20%

2 stars (0)

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Alona
Traveled with family
October 1, 2025
4.2
United States of America
Thanks to the guide for a fascinating tour. I don't recommend the food: the island is beautiful, but the lobster is inedible. This trip isn't worth the money.
S
Sam
Traveled as a couple
July 2, 2025
4.6
United States of America
Overall this was an amazing experience! The views and beach are incredible, the speed boat, catamaran experience an absolute treat. Lobster lunch was the icing on the cake. All the staff were amazing and although a little chaotic at times it all added to the experience! Only slight negative was the late arrival of the pick up which did have us worried, but we knew the TUI app was there to help if we needed it. It's a must do activity for anyone coming to the Dom Rep!
B
Ben
Traveled with a group of friends
November 22, 2024
4.2
United States of America
The speed boat was fun, but the trip felt rushed as you don’t get much time to enjoy everything
J
Joanne
Traveled as a couple
January 6, 2023
3.4
United Kingdom
Scenery beautiful. Rep wasn't aware of the excursion. I ended up booking on the app . On site rep only aware of the VIP and basis excursion but not the Albanco beach Lobster lunch. Difficult to understand Rep - was having to interpret too many languages , conversation became confusing.Too long a wait for smaller buses transferring passengers to main coach . Coach cramped , no leg room. Crammed in back of a speed boat, no leg room at all , developed back cramps due to this the next day.
R
Rachel
Traveled as a couple
September 25, 2023
5
United Kingdom