VIP Saona Island Tour with Mano Juan and Turtle Sanctuary
Shared VIP speed boat tour to Saona Island from Punta Cana and Bayahibe, featuring Canto de la Playa, Mano Juan village, turtle conservation center, buffet, and natural pool.
Description
Board a shared high-speed boat to explore the remote corners of Saona Island, including air-conditioned round-trip hotel transit from Punta Cana and Bayahibe. This extensive coastal trip takes you to Canto de la Playa, Playa El Toro, and Playa Abanico, combined with a visit to the fishing community of Mano Juan and its local sea turtle sanctuary subject to operational access.
Guests enjoy an authentic Dominican buffet lunch paired with national rum, sodas, and fresh water. The maritime program also incorporates optional snorkeling with included gear at Catuano channel, cruising alongside protected mangrove forests, and shallow swimming at the Caribbean natural pool.
- Speedboat journey visiting pristine shores like Canto de la Playa.
- Tour of Mano Juan village and local turtle sanctuary when available.
- Included Dominican lunch, open domestic bar, and guided snorkeling stop.
What’s included
- Pickup and drop-off included from Punta Cana and Bayahibe.
- Air-conditioned ground transportation.
- Transfer to Bayahibe.
- Navigation in Speed Boat (speed boat).
- Captain and crew.
- Professional guide.
- Seven experiences or scheduled stops.
- Visit to Canto de la Playa.
- Visit to the town of Mano Juan.
- Visit to the turtle conservation program, when available.
- Stop at Playa El Toro.
- Stop at Playa Abanico or alternative beach.
- Guided snorkeling in the Catuano channel.
- Mask and tube.
- Life jacket.
- Panoramic tour through the mangroves.
- Stop at the natural pool.
- Dominican lunch.
- Water.
- Soft drinks.
- Rum.
- National drinks during the tour.
- Assistance during the excursion.
Not included
- Breakfast.
- Professional photographs and videos.
- Lobster or other special dishes not included in the menu.
- Towels.
- Sunscreen.
- Craft purchases.
- Personal expenses.
- Tips for the guide, captain and driver.
- Transportation from accommodations located outside the established areas.
- Services not expressly mentioned in the “Includes” section.
Itinerary
1. Pickup or check-in in Bayahibe / La Romana · 15-45 minutes
Advance coordination at your confirmed hotel lobby, dock, or designated meeting area before departing for the coast.
2. Boarding from Bayahibe · 15-30 minutes
Operator check-in, life vest fitting, and departure aboard the speed boat navigating toward the national park.
3. Beach time on Saona Island · 120-180 minutes
Extended relaxation across island beaches, village exploration in Mano Juan, Dominican lunch, and swimming breaks.
4. Natural pool or coastal stop · 30-45 minutes
Anchor stop in shallow turquoise waters for swimming and photography, subject to favorable maritime conditions.
5. Return to Bayahibe / La Romana · 30-60 minutes
Docking return at Bayahibe harbor followed by coordinated ground transportation back to your initial drop-off location.
Before you book
What to bring
- Swimsuit
- Towel
- Sunscreen
- ID
- Dry bag or cash for extras
Conditions and cancellation
flexible
Are turtle sightings guaranteed in Mano Juan?
Visiting the conservation project depends on local community availability, and turtle presence cannot be guaranteed as it depends on wildlife cycles.
Who should reconsider participating in this speedboat excursion?
This tour is not suitable for pregnant travelers or individuals with severe back conditions or limited mobility due to speedboat motion.
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.
