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Saona Island Premium Discovery Tour from Punta Cana or Bayahíbe

4.9 Excellent 46 reviews
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10h
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English, Spanish
Free cancellation Live guide

Ratings & Reviews

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Ratings collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor

Guidekin's take

Speedboat both ways in our Saona Island Tours comparison.

Trade-off: From price is the Bayahíbe tier without transport.

Last checked: September 20, 2026. Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Overview

Guidekin summary

A small group Saona day by speedboat both ways that adds snorkeling, El Toro beach and the village of Mano Juan to the natural pool, with a buffet, rum and mamajuana for adults and an air conditioned vehicle. Pickup only from hotels on the route; a no transport tier starts in Bayahíbe. 4.93 from 46 reviews at €106 per person.

From the guide

SUPER SMALL GROUP! SPEED BOAT ROUND TRIP
SNORKELING +EL TORO BEACH+ MANO JUAN TOWN +NATURAL POOL+ SHOPPING.
One of the highest quality Saonas in the market, you will enjoy the privilege of being accompanied by a tour leader in your language

We make pick ups only in hotels that are in the way.

Very comfortable boat with cushions.
One of the few Saonas that includes snorkeling (equipment included).

You will enjoy the island without crowds, will have plenty of time to be in that paradise.

During lunch, You Will have plates and cutlery (not disposable plastic) and a totally delicious private lunch.

We visit the mangroves and television recordings.

On the way to the hotel, we will make a stop to go to the bathroom, buy souvenirs at good prices, and try typical drinks totally free

We do not produce plastic (eco-friendly)

NOT suitable for people with mobility issues, back problems, or recent surgeries.

Tour options

The operator sells this tour in 3 versions. Prices are the operator's current list for two travellers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date and party.

FROM Bayahíbe (NO TRANSPORT)

from €106 / person
Guide: Spanish, English

TRANSPORTATION FROM BAYAHÍBE: The transportation is only For Hotels in Bayahíbe or Dominicus

What this option includes

or Meeting Point: Dominicus Public Beach (Bayahíbe)

Pickup included

Saona Island Premium Discovery Tour from Punta Cana

from €142 / person
Guide: Spanish, English

Pickup included

From Uvero Alto and Cap Cana

from €151 / person
Guide: Spanish, English

from Uvero Alto, Cap Cana and: Saona Island Discovery tour from Uvero Alto, Macao, Verón, Cap Cana and surroundings of the Punta Cana airport

What this option includes

Pickup included

Schedule & Availability

Runs Sun
Available year-round

This tour runs Sun. It runs year-round. These are the operator’s scheduled departures, not a live seat count: availability is confirmed at checkout. Schedule last checked September 20, 2026.

What's Included

Soda/Pop
Brugal or Barceló Rum. Mamajuana. Only for +18 years old
small snack in the first beach and at the end of the tour
Varied buffet with: grilled meats, fish, rice and beans, potatoes, salad, pasta, vegetables and bread. Fruits Dessert and coffee.
Air-conditioned vehicle

What's Not Included

Lobster
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Itinerary

Bayahibe Stop 1
We will take the transport from your hotel and drive around 1:00 hour to Bayahíbe, one of the most beautiful beaches and town in the country, at the beach we will take our boat to the first stop.
10 min
Bayahibe Stop 2
optional snorkeling stop (equipment included) Discover the colorful Caribbean fish and once we finish, the bar will open.
20 min
On the way we will see the famous Catuano Channel, where the sea meets the oc... Stop 3
On the way we will see the famous Catuano Channel, where the sea meets the ocean and at the same time separates the island of the Dominican Republic from the island of Saona.
4 min
We Will take the speed boat for around 30 minuts to The second stop, which wi... Stop 4
We Will take the speed boat for around 30 minuts to The second stop, which will be Playa El Toro where we will see the pinkest sand and where we can enjoy the most virgin and solitary area, we can take a walk and enjoy the island with drinks. Optional: Visit The Flamencos Lagoon (2 minuts walk) - not swimmable. After that, we Will take the boat again to get to the third place Mano Juan town.
40 min
Admission included
Mano Juan Stop 5
Visit the only town on the island, we will enjoy a private dominican buffet lunch, freshly prepared with cutlery, fruits dessert and coffee. Once we eat, we will have free time on the island, in this town there is also the turtle sanctuary, where you can see them, if you travel during their season. We can fall in love with the wild donkeys and take a voluntary walk through the town. If walking is not your thing and you just want to enjoy the beach, you can stay on the beach.
2h
Isla Saona Stop 6
On the way to the natural pool, we will sail through the mangroves where the turtles live and learn about this natural paradise.
15 min
Once in the Natural Pool, where we Will stay around 40 minuts, We will take a... Stop 7
Once in the Natural Pool, where we Will stay around 40 minuts, We will take a nice swim in the natural pool near the island, in this marine paradise, you can drink and talk with people since the water does not cover more than your waist. You will be able to see the starfish on the bottom, but remember that for their well-being, they cannot be touched or taken out of the water, use the snorkel mask if you want to see them closer!
40 min
Admission included
Isla Saona Stop 8
After the Natural Pool, we Will drive back to Bayahíbe port. When we arrive back to Bayahíbe, we Will take our transport and we Will stop in the way to use the bathrooms and visit a store where You can find the Best souvenirs at the Best price and try local products for free.
30 min

Departure & Return

Pickup included

We make pickups around the entire tourist area. Uvero Alto, Macao, Cap Cana and others outside of Bávaro area, need to select the option From Cap Cana and Uvero Alto If you book the option FROM Bayahíbe, the excursion will start in Bayahibe NOT IN PUNTA CANA, we will offer transportation only from hotels in Bayahíbe or Dominicus.

Additional Information

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Not recommended for people with mobility issues or recent surgeries.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

1+ daysFull refund
0-1 daysNo refund

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