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• Isla Saona Done Right

  Mauricio S,,Mar 12, 2025

  - Review from Viator

  5.00

  Our day in Isla Saona was nothing short of magical, thanks to an incredible crew that treated us like family from start to finish. Joy made everything effortless, from arranging hotel pickup to ensuring every detail was perfect. Captain Omar led the way with skill and warmth, while Sebastian worked magic on the grill, grilling up the most delicious chicken and tender beef right on the boat as we snorkeled. He even brought a homemade sponge cake for dessert! Ceasar, our guide, went above and beyond—patiently helping our 10-year-old with her first snorkeling experience and even standing in a long line just to bring us fresh piña coladas. They took us to a breathtaking semi-private beach, kept us comfortable with coffee, cocktails, and sodas, and made sure we felt at home the entire time. This wasn’t just a tour—it was an experience filled with kindness, fun, and unforgettable memories. If you’re heading to Isla Saona, this is the crew to go with!

• Isla Saona

  9051juleenc,,Jul 26, 2023

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  5.00

  Great experience!!!!!! Joy and Omar were amazing!!! Isla Saona is a definite MUST see via private charter.

• Neverever go to another company for a boat trip! They are the best!

  hamid1y,,Jun 27, 2023

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  5.00

  It was an extraordinary exkursion to Saona island. Joy made us a wonderfull day and her team aranged a bbq on the boat while we enjoyed the island and were swimming/snorceling. Just for us they searched and found a shallow place in the sea where they put an umbrella in the water whereunder we could stay for shadow.

  

  

  

  

• A perfect excursion to enjoy nature, relax in the sun, have fun with the crew, savor good food/drinks, and make memories

  EGK1,,Mar 18, 2023

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  5.00

  Our day trip to Saono was stunning! Joy was a dream; ensuring the tour went smoothly, our family was comfortable, and she even peppered the excursion with interesting facts and history. She led our snorkeling outting, pointing out a nurse shark, lobsters, crabs, puffer fish, a sting ray, sea stars and more. Captain Omar was not only a skilled boat operator, but added an entertaining flare to our day with his DJ’ing and mixology abilities. Sebastian, the third crew member, grilled an entire delicious meal on the boat while our family swam in the Caribbean Sea. When we were called back to the boat to eat, we were greeted with tuna, shrimp, grilled veggies, and pasta! The coast on Saono island was gorgeous and filled with many picturesque photo-ops. The crew brought drinks, chips, and sandwiches so we could snack between swimming and playing on the beach. 10/10 experience. The sights, activities, music, food and drinks, and crew made this a day our family will never forget.

  

  

  

• Fantastic day - must do trip!!

  Kyran S,,Feb 23, 2023

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  5.00

  After a fantastic experience on the Quetzal catamaran last January we just had to come back with the rest of our family this year! We chose the private tour this year, Joy was helpful in tailoring the experience to our needs particularly around departure and arrival time and what we wanted from the day! We were picked up promptly and driven to Bayahibe where the boat was ready for us. The boat is lovely clean and comfortable for up to 6 people. There is an option to play your own music however we opted for the captains playlist which was brilliant! The boat was very fast and a fun experience in itself, the captain even let us drive the boat on the way back! During the day Joy provided us with information about the island, its wildlife and history of original settlers. We first stopped for snorkelling where we saw tropical fish, a nurse shark, sting rays and puffer fish! (Snorkels and fins are provided) We then went on to the island where we enjoyed some free time in the sea walking along the island and enjoying beers and Joys signature cocktails! Saona island truly is paradise, the most beautiful beach any of us had seen with white sand and crystal clear water! Finally we stopped at the natural pools to see the star fish in the still water, you were able to stand up in the shallow water for the most part if you are a less confident swimmer. Sebastian made us a lovely lunch made fresh on the boat, grilled chicken and beef, pesto pasta avocado and chimichuri which we thoroughly enjoyed along with your choice of white or rose wine beer or rum! Overall a fantastic day myself and the family will always remember. Joy even made us a video of the day with drone footage for us to keep and always remember such a special day! Thank you team Quetzal! Jessica & family!

• Two days of dreams

  853veroniqueb,,Jan 14, 2023

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  5.00

  We spent two perfect days with the Quetzal team on board two different boats on a private excursion. Two unique experiences! Impeccable Service, efficient and very friendly. From the organization, to the welcome, Service, meals and little touches everything was impeccable.Thanks to Joy who was great and the crew.

  

• GREAT Excursion - Highly Recommended!

  W4060ZYsamw,,Jan 9, 2023

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  5.00

  One of our best days on vacation. Joy and team were AMAZING. We had a great day & one of the best meals we had all week cooked right on the boat! Thank you Joy for a great day!!! I would recommend to anyone.

• Great family trip

  390dalee,,Jan 2, 2023

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  5.00

  This was the best day that we had on the island. From start to finish, Joy and her team went out of their way to accommodate us. The boat was exactly what the picture showed. they arranged pick up and drop off with a taxi who was going to be late to pick us up and they made other arrangements to get someone else to come get us so that we were not waiting. They were there to greet us as soon as we arrived they made sure that we weren’t hassled by vendors on the street, and they also gave us tips on the pricing if we did choose to purchase anything. They had sandwiches ready for us, when we arrived at Sonoma Island. And we opted to have a lunch prepared when we went to the natural springs. That area was so beautiful. Our granddaughter got seasick and we were supposed to have lunch on the boat but they set up a table on the beach so we ended up having lunch there ,beautiful the only issue we had is we asked for fish and shrimp burgers and hot dogs for the kids but it was over locked and they just gave us the standard lunch with chicken and beef with some pasta salad. They offered to refund the money immediately. However, the service was so good we didn’t mind. They even let the kids drive the boat on the way back which was an experience. They will never forget. If you’re considering using this company, I would highly recommend it , because they went above and beyond for us the entire trip well worth the money and it was a day that our family will cherish. Thank you Joy for making our day memorable and we will definitely use your services again if we return to Punta Cana. ❤️

  

• day not to be missed

  christophebQ3781BI,,Aug 29, 2022

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  5.00

  excellent day in a dream setting with a very good captain and his sailor.they made us eat on the boat thanks to are barbecue a very good meal

• We had a great day

  DIDIER-CHRISTELE,,Aug 27, 2022

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  5.00

  Hello, a very nice fast and very comfortable boat trip with Captain Omar super friendly and with little care with all these passengers who made us discover the island of Saona in all its beauty, as well as his meal prepared on board while drinking an aperitif in the natural pools of Saona.

  

  

  

  

  

  
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