Samana and Cayo Levantado Tour from Punta Cana
Full-day Samana tour from Punta Cana featuring a catamaran cruise, beach time and buffet on Cayo Levantado, horseback riding, and a swim stop at El Limon Waterfall.
Description
Escape from your Punta Cana resort to Samana on an all-inclusive 12-hour guided day tour exploring tropical shorelines and rainforest rivers. Sail across the bay on a catamaran serving alcoholic drinks, arriving at Cayo Levantado (Bacardi Island) for open beach swimming and an authentic Dominican buffet lunch served with refreshing beverages.
The journey heads inland for a horseback riding trek through jungle paths toward El Limon Waterfall, an impressive 40-meter cascade where guests can cool off in its natural freshwater pool subject to trail safety. Led by a certified guide, the tour can include whale watching strictly during migration season when booked under that specific tier.
- Beach relaxation and buffet lunch with drinks on Cayo Levantado.
- Horseback trail ride through rainforest terrain to El Limon Waterfall.
- Catamaran sailing with drinks, hotel resort transfers, and certified guide.
What’s included
- Visit to El Limón waterfall, subject to trail conditions
- Visit and beach time on Cayo Levantado (Bacardi Island)
- Whale watching only in season and when included in the booked option; sightings are not guaranteed
- Transportation from your Resort in Punta Cana included in the price of the Tour
- The guide is authorized or certified.
- horse ride
- Catamaran cruise
- alcoholic beverages
- Enjoy a delicious buffet lunch at Bacardi Island with a refreshing drink.
Not included
- Souvenir photos (Optional purchase) Approximately $40 to $50
- Towels
Itinerary
1. Pickup or boarding check-in
Morning pickup from your Punta Cana resort followed by ground transfer to the departure harbor.
2. Crew briefing
The vessel crew reviews onboard safety, life vests, and the scheduled route across the bay.
3. Boat route and aquatic stop
Catamaran sailing with drinks to Cayo Levantado, including seasonal whale watching when selected.
4. Main experience time
Beach leisure at Cayo Levantado, buffet dining, and horseback excursion to El Limon Waterfall.
5. Return to shore
Dock disembarkation followed by coordinated highway transit back to your Punta Cana resort.
Before you book
What to bring
- ID
- Sunscreen
- Comfortable clothes
- Closed shoes
- Cash for extras
Conditions and cancellation
flexible
Is whale watching included year-round?
Whale watching is offered strictly during the official season and only when included in the selected package, with wild sightings not guaranteed.
How do guests reach El Limon Waterfall?
The excursion includes horseback riding along jungle trails to reach the waterfall, subject to path and weather conditions.
Before you book
- Expect mud or dust depending on weather.
- Drivers must follow the local guide.
- Pickup time can vary by zone.
