--- title: Great Snorkeling Cruise with Sharks & Stingray Encounter and Natural Pool lang: en type: tour city: Punta Cana country: Caribbean price: 108 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.75 reviews: 206 duration_minutes: 240 languages: [pt, en, fr, es] free_cancellation: "true" guidekin_pick: Nurse sharks and rays rank_in_category: 16 of 17 (Catamaran & Snorkeling Cruises) schedule_checked: 2026-09-20 data_updated: 2026-10-04 canonical: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/punta-cana/tours/great-snorkeling-cruise-with-sharks-stingray-encounter-and-natural-pool/ --- # Great Snorkeling Cruise with Sharks & Stingray Encounter and Natural Pool **Guidekin's take:** A double deck catamaran that swims you with docile nurse sharks and stingrays in shallow water before a natural pool stop, with unlimited national drinks, snacks, snorkel gear and round trip transport included. Children join from age two, alcohol from eighteen, and crew tips are extra. 4.75 from 206 reviews at €108 per person for 4h. In our comparison: #16 of 17 in Catamaran & Snorkeling Cruises, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Save money and enjoy four activities in one tour on this Punta Cana combo package. Encounter docile sharks and stingrays. Discover an exclusive snorkeling site and an underwater world full of unique sea life and beautiful corals. Visit a natural pool all while you cruise the coastline of Punta Cana. A double-deck catamaran takes you from stop to stop. A bartender will serve unlimited drinks at the open bar while the DJ plays great music. A lively and animated crew will ensure that you have the best time of your life. ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: from 188 pickup points - Starts 12:00: one departure a day - Food included: Open bar: unlimited national drinks,… - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Children from €71: ages 3 to 10 **Pickup:** Hotel pickup from 188 pickup points ## Key facts - Price: from €108 per person - Duration: 4h - Rating: 4.75/5 from 206 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Tour Package Punta Cana - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: Portuguese, English, French, Spanish - Start times: 12:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-09-20 ## Reviews 4.75 from 206 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 94% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 194 of 206. - 5 stars: 176 (85%) - 4 stars: 18 (9%) - 3 stars: 5 (2%) - 2 stars: 5 (2%) - 1 star: 2 (1%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise the attentive crew and snorkeling; the recurring concern is how the captive animals are kept and handled. **Praised:** - Friendly, attentive crew who keep families involved - Reassuring help for nervous or inexperienced snorkelers - Close views of tropical fish during snorkeling - Shark and stingray encounters were highlights for many guests - Music, dancing, drinks and snacks create a lively atmosphere **Complaints:** - Some enjoyed the animal encounters, while others objected to confinement and rough handling - Personal cameras and phones banned during the shark and stingray encounter Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2023-05-19 to 2026-06-21); last checked 2026-10-04. ## What's included - (Due to the Pandemic) Only Swimming with Sharks and Rays available - Open bar: unlimited national drinks - Round trip transportation - Snacks and tropical fruits - Snorkel equipment ## Not included - Sunscreen, sunglasses & towels - Professional pictures (available for purchase) - Gratuities for the crew and drivers ## Itinerary 1. **Meet & Greet at Bavaro Beach: Upon arrival to the beach a friendly tour guide...** (20m; admission included) - Meet & Greet at Bavaro Beach: Upon arrival to the beach a friendly tour guide will welcome and escort you to our cozy beach cabin that has shade and seats. The guide will present himself and make sure all the travelers are present. He will provide a quick overview of the... 2. **Sharks & Stingray Encounter: After enjoying this marine show, head to a marin...** (40m; admission included) - Sharks & Stingray Encounter: After enjoying this marine show, head to a marine park inhabited by gentle giants: harmless sharks and stingrays, to experience the thrill of encountering these marine animals up close. This will all happen under the supervision of the... 3. **Cabeza de Toro Beach** (40m; admission included) - Snorkeling: Under the supervision of our professional divers, you will be able to observe stunning coral reefs and feel numerous colorful fish. 4. **Visit the Famous Bavaro Beach Natural Pool: With the sound of the waves gentl...** (1h 20m) - Visit the Famous Bavaro Beach Natural Pool: With the sound of the waves gently lapping the shore, continue sailing to reach a fantastic and refreshing natural pool. Its is ideal for a swim or just enjoying with a cold beer in hand. There will be a floating bar with refreshing... 5. **Bavaro Beach** (50m; admission included) - Final Cruise & Departure: The unforgettable adventure ends as you sail towards the marina. Afterwards, feel free to pass by the souvenir shop to pick up a trinket to memorialize your tour. The drivers for your transfer back to your pick up point will be waiting for you at the... ## Schedule - Runs: Mon, Thu, Sat - Departures: 12:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-09-20 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point Tour Package Punta Cana is located between Melia and Lopesan Costa Bávaro Hotels, 23000 Punta Cana, DO Specifics: white beach cabin located to the west side of Jelly Fish Restaurant Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJJUjyWlXtqI4RUeJBPf65xAs Pickup points listed by the operator: 188 Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries - Not recommended for pregnant travelers - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Depth of 2 to 4 meters - Minimum age to drink alcohol is 18 years old - Minimum age to attend is 2 years old - Must be accompanied by an adult until 17 years of age - Minimum height for the Stingrays Encounter: 2.6 feet - Customers who appear intoxicated may be refused service - Subject to change with prior notice due to weather conditions Booking asks for: arrival flight or ship details ## Compared with other Catamaran & Snorkeling Cruises | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #16 of 17** | €108 | 4h | 4.75 (206) | shared | | [Small Group Snorkeling Cruise with Open Bar and Light Snacks](/caribbean/punta-cana/tours/small-group-snorkeling-cruise-with-open-bar-and-light-snacks/?format=md) | €76 | 3h 30m | 4.95 (1646) | shared | | [Punta Cana Private Cruise Up To 10 Snorkeling & Seafood lunch](/caribbean/punta-cana/tours/punta-cana-private-cruise-up-to-10-snorkeling-seafood-lunch/?format=md) | €965 per group | 4h | 4.99 (184) | private | | [Luxury Private Catamaran with Snorkeling](/caribbean/punta-cana/tours/luxury-private-catamaran-with-snorkeling/?format=md) | €814 per group | 3h | 4.96 (341) | private | Ranked #16 of 17 in Catamaran & Snorkeling Cruises by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €50 to €135, median €95; typical length 4h. 6 of 17 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/punta-cana/catamaran-snorkeling-punta-cana/?format=md ## More in Punta Cana - All Punta Cana tours: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/punta-cana/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/punta-cana/tours/great-snorkeling-cruise-with-sharks-stingray-encounter-and-natural-pool/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/punta-cana/?format=md