Saona Island Tour from Bayahibe and La Romana
Direct-departure Saona Island day trip starting from Bayahibe dock, combining catamaran and speedboat rides, Caribbean beach time, natural pool swim, buffet, and drinks.
Description
Sail to Saona Island departing directly from Bayahibe harbor, an ideal solution for guests staying in Bayahibe or La Romana seeking to bypass extra highway transfers. The maritime route traverses the shores of Cotubanama National Park, alternating between an open speedboat and a sailing catamaran based on daily port logistics, complete with onboard music and crew assistance.
Enjoy beach relaxation on Saona Island with an authentic Dominican buffet lunch served alongside domestic rum, cold sodas, and drinking water. The itinerary features a swimming pause at the Caribbean shallow natural pool subject to sea conditions before cruising back to the mainland.
- Direct departure from Bayahibe dock without redundant land transport.
- Combined journey on both catamaran and speed boat during the day.
- Dominican buffet meal, domestic included local drinks, and natural pool sandbar stop.
What’s included
- Trayecto marítimo en catamarán y lancha rápida; el orden puede variar
- Acceso a Isla Saona y al Parque Nacional Cotubanamá cuando corresponda
- Parada en la piscina natural sujeta al estado del mar y la operación del día
- Tiempo de playa en Isla Saona
- Almuerzo buffet dominicano, cuyo menú puede variar según disponibilidad
- Agua, refrescos, ron local y otras bebidas seleccionadas durante los horarios indicados por el operador
- Guía, tripulación, chalecos salvavidas y coordinación local
Not included
- Traslado terrestre desde Punta Cana, La Romana u otros alojamientos
- Desayuno y alimentos consumidos antes del almuerzo
- Bebidas premium, marcas importadas y cócteles especiales no indicados en la opción
- Langosta, pescado, camarones, mariscos o menús especiales no confirmados
- Fotografías, videos, masajes, recuerdos y otros servicios ofrecidos en la playa
- Toalla y artículos personales
- Propinas y gastos personales
- Recogida fuera de las zonas cubiertas, salvo cotización o confirmación expresa
Itinerary
1. Check-in and boarding in Bayahibe · Approx. 8:30-9:45
Independent arrival at Saona Cafe meeting location in Bayahibe, group check-in, and safety briefing before boarding.
2. Sailing along Cotubanama coast · Approx. from 10:00
Maritime departure on speed boat or catamaran tracing the national park coastline according to daily sea logistics.
3. Natural pool · Approx. 30-45 minutes
Pause in shallow clear waters for swimming and photography, subject to favorable local maritime safety.
4. Beach, lunch, and leisure on Saona · Approx. 11:30-14:30
Time to relax on island sands, bathe in the sea, and enjoy an authentic Dominican buffet lunch with drinks.
5. Maritime return to Bayahibe · Approx. 14:30-17:00
Return navigation concluding back at Bayahibe pier aboard the complementary vessel chosen for the group.
Before you book
What to bring
- Swimsuit
- Towel
- Sunscreen
- ID
- Dry bag or cash for extras
Conditions and cancellation
Las condiciones aplicables a la fecha y modalidad elegidas se muestran antes de pagar. Solicita cualquier cambio lo antes posible por WhatsApp. Si el operador cancela por seguridad, clima, estado del mar o cierre del puerto, se coordinará cambio de fecha o reembolso según las condiciones de la reserva.
Is hotel transfer included in this excursion?
Hotel ground pickup is not included; participants arrive independently at the Saona Cafe meeting point in Bayahibe.
What happens if harbor authorities close the port?
If operations are cancelled due to weather or official port closures, date rescheduling or refunds are coordinated per policy terms.
Before you book
- Saona tours depend on sea and port conditions.
- Pickup time varies by hotel or Airbnb zone.
- Natural pool stop is subject to daily operation.
