Saona Island Full Day Tour with Buffet Lunch, Paella, & Open Bar
Description
Join us for an unforgettable full-day adventure to Saona Island, ideal for families and couples! Your experience begins with convenient hotel pickup in a comfortable minivan, followed by a transfer to a meeting point. From there, you’ll board a bus to Bayahibe, where your speedboat awaits. Your first stop is at a stunning natural pool with crystal-clear waters, where you can enjoy drinks from our open bar, available throughout the tour. Next, we’ll head to Saona Island, where you’ll have your own table to savor a delicious paella lunch. You'll also have the chance to snorkel and discover the vibrant marine life or simply unwind on the beach with a cocktail. At the end of the day, you’ll follow the same transportation process as the beginning, returning to Bayahibe before heading back to your hotel on the bus. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity—book your tour to Saona Island today!
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Itinerary
Here is where you will board your boat after being picked up from your hotel for an unforgettable journey to the stunning Palmilla Natural Pool, followed by a visit to Saona Island.
The Palmilla Natural Pool, located near Saona Island, is a breathtaking oasis known for its shallow, crystal-clear waters and soft, sandy bottom. Surrounded by swaying palm trees and stunning views, this tranquil spot is perfect for swimming and relaxation. The natural pool is renowned for its vibrant marine life, making it an ideal location for snorkeling. Visitors can enjoy refreshing cocktails from nearby bars while soaking up the sun in this serene Caribbean paradise, creating unforgettable memories in a picturesque setting.
Saona Island, part of the East National Park in the Dominican Republic, is a tropical paradise known for its stunning beaches, crystal-clear turquoise waters, and lush palm trees. This idyllic island boasts pristine natural pools and vibrant coral reefs, making it a popular destination for snorkeling and relaxing under the sun. With its unspoiled beauty, Saona Island offers visitors a chance to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and immerse themselves in a serene, picturesque environment. A true gem of the Caribbean!
At the end of your tour, you'll board the bus for a comfortable return to your hotel.
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What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We need your hotel name, room number and cell phone number to coordinate a smooth pick-up experience
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(10)
Amazing tour! Definitely worth it! We will be back one day to do this again.
Not good, spent most of the time transporting different vehicles and waiting around. only had 1 hour at the actual island and we were told 1.5 but then an hour in the boat tried to leave without us and we had to practically swim to the boat through a forest of seaweed. we got back home 1 hour later than we were told. food was mid, drinks didn’t get us any level of drunk. only redeeming part was the views and the fact i went thru it with my friend lol
Thank you for your feedback, we appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. We’re sorry to hear that parts of the excursion did not meet your expectations. The itinerary is followed as outlined prior to booking, and the experience includes both land and maritime transportation, as Saona Island is located outside of Punta Cana. Travel time is an essential part of reaching such a beautiful destination and is reflected in the overall schedule. Saona Island time is carefully planned within the day’s logistics, though minor adjustments can occasionally happen due to operational or environmental factors. We understand how important timing is and regret if this impacted your experience. Our excursion includes an open bar throughout the trip; however, we maintain responsible service practices to ensure a safe and enjoyable environment for all guests. The goal is a fun, relaxed atmosphere—not a race to see who can forget the ride home. We’re glad you were able to enjoy the views and share the experience with your friend—those moments are what make the journey worthwhile. We also encourage reviewing the full tour details in advance so expectations align with the structure of the experience. Thank you again for your feedback and we hope to welcome you again on one of our experiences
They should be aware that there are several changes in transportation and that the drivers do not communicate in English.
Thank you for your feedback. As stated in the tour description, the experience includes multiple transportation changes to minimize the time it takes to pick all guests from hotels and the transfer drivers generally do not speak English. However, our office staff stays in constant communication with guests throughout the entire process to ensure everything runs smoothly. We appreciate you sharing your thoughts as it helps us continue improving.
The trip was very good, the units met their goal in time of departure and arrival !! The weather in Saône was regular as it started raining early but enjoyed the trip
It was an amazing experience. Pretty well organized and the place is a paradise! Stunning blue sea and warm water. I would definitely return
Excellent tour, excellent organization and very good communication. Food at the island was great! 100% recommend. Staff was very professional
It was a long day (8 am-7:30 pm incl pickup/drop off) but very organized and everyone was really nice. There was no rum punch during the excursion but there was rum & coke, sprite, mojito, beer. The catamaran party should’ve been at the beginning VS the end of the tour when everyone’s not tired/drained from being in the sun and water but everyone did their best. Loved the team on the catamaran though! Alberto, the Captain and the lovely lady pouring drinks+dancing were amazing.
Truly recommend this tour, the beach was beautiful, crystal blue beach water, the food was great and the boat ride there and back was smooth. We enjoyed our time at the beach and all the dancing we did on the boat and the drinks were fabulous.
We had a great time despite the rain - unfortunately it was raining while we were on the island. 🥲The staff did their best to inform us about everything about the trip, the food was excellent, the island was beautiful even in the rain. On the way back we took the party boat and the atmoshpere was fantastic, we were dancing a lot! In the morning we were picked up exactly where we asked for and dropped off at the same place. Overall, we had a wonderful experience!
Excellent service, everything was delicious, drinks, food, fruit, I'm sure I'll come back... thank you so much for everything
Thank you, Victoria! We're thrilled you enjoyed the experience. We look forward to welcoming you back for more delicious food, drinks, and wonderful service!
