Saona Island: Small Group Virgin Beaches Cruise Day Trip

Highlights

  • Hear about Tainos Natives at the Penon cliff and see the mangroves

  • Enjoy a spot of snorkeling and relaxing at Canto de la Playa

  • Eat a Dominican lunch at the village of Mano Juan in a restaurant on the beach

  • Explore Mano Juan village and discover the local way of life of the fishermen

  • Learn about the turtles at the nursery and see the hatchlings if they are ready

Summary

Discover the beauty of the wild beach of Canto de la Playa, the fishermen village and the National Park aboard a comfortable boat. Visit the turtle nursery and get a chance to see hatchlings.

Tour info

Duration
8 hours - 11 hours
Group Size
Pricing (From)
Adult: (18-64 years)
$121.35
Commentary
Meeting Point
Dropoff location

Why take this tour?

Cruise to Cotubanama National Park and South Saona with this tour with options to leave from Bayahibe Village, Dominicus, Punta Cana, Bavaro, Uvero Alto, Juan Dolio, and Boca Chica areas. Select the group or private option.

Stop at Cotubanama National Park and navigate in front of El Penon where the English-speaking guide will give you some information about the history of this cliff and the indigenous Tainos, the first inhabitants of the island. Sail on to see the mangroves.

Glide over to the sea to Saona Island to see the charming fishing village of Mano Juan. Walk through the colorful houses and shops in the village before going to the turtle nursery. Learn about the turtles, and see hatchings if they have left their shell.

Have an authentic Dominican meal in a restaurant with a splendid view of Saona beach. After lunch, leave for Canto de La Playa for two hours of relaxing and snorkeling. Finish, at a natural pool to see huge starfishes, swim, and sip rum.

What’s included?

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

  • Transportation by 45-foot engine boat

  • Guide

  • 2.5 hours at Canto de la Playa

  • 2-hours at Mano Juan

  • 45-minutes at the Natural Pool

  • Dominican lunch

  • Drinks on the boat and at the beach (sprite, coca cola, rum, beer and water)

  • Snacks (chips, cake, and pineapple)

  • Beach towels

  • Photograph service (available)

  • Lobster (available)

  • Tips/gratuities