Saona Island small group and relax - luxury catamaran
Overview
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8 hours
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Choosing the Quetzal is choosing the difference and the quality of service!
Quetzal boat is the only fully equipped 75-foot boat
Small Group: allowing everyone to have their space on the boat and feel comfortable
Friendly excursion
Snorkeling with guides
Lunch on board (various salads, chicken, beef, pasta, fruits and rosé wine)
Confortable sailing boat:6 cabins, 5 bathrooms, 1 bar, outdoor lounge, speakers for music, WIFI
Our schedules and tour are arranged to avoid tourist crowds.
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately, don't forget your sunglasses, towels and sun lotion
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Quetzal Cata Excursion
We will receive you at Bayahibe to board the sailing boat
Snorkeling time
What‘s Included
Professional guide
Unlimited beer, rum and soft drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off (just included for Bayahibe area hotels)
Snacks
Live commentary on board
Avocadoes, tomatoes, parmesan cheese, salad, pasta with pesto, chicken breast with ginger, beef, fruits and rosé wine
Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Transfers from PUNTA CANA, La Romana or Sto Domingo are NOT included.
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Saona Island small group and relax - luxury catamaran
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Reviews
613 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing day a big thank you to the team
valentinbY4936HD,,Jan 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I want to thank Clémence and Charlotte, our guides, who made us spend two incredible days. Always listening, smiling and very professional, they know how to answer all the questions and make each day truly memorable. Many thanks also to the team of sailors, always in a good mood. I recommend 100%!
Saona Island with Quetzal
Sherri D,,Jan 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was an amazing tour from start to finish. Service was offered fluently in English, French, Spanish. We had zero issues with any aspects of coordinating transportation to and from our hotel. It was all done for us. We just had to show up at our hotel gate. The boat was perfect. There were only 26 participants in the tour with ample room to spread out and make yourself comfortable. I struggle with neck and back issues, and had no difficulty tolerating the catamaran ride. There is a full washroom on board. The snacks and meal were fantastic. Unlimited rum and beer/ beverages all day. Saona island was stunning. We had a great massage on the beach. We only wish we would’ve had a little more cash on us so we could’ve indulged in a longer treatment. The price of the massage ranged from $50-$90 per person. Everything was well organized. We felt safe and well taken care of all day long. We made many new friends from all around the world. Thank you for a wonderful experience. We highly recommend this tour for anyone wanting to journey to Saona island.
Fun, gorgeous, relaxed, exhilarating, luxurious, fulfilling, exciting, beautiful, and unique!
cwatters22,,Jan 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Could not have been happier with this experience! The crew, ship, destinations, energy, food… everything was absolute perfection! Relaxed but structured enough so you never felt like you weren’t sure what was going on or what you could/couldn’t do. The communication was thorough, thoughtful, and helpful every step of the way - from booking to completion we were beyond thrilled with every person and every aspect of the experience. 1000% recommend!!!
Fantastic day drip on catamaran!!
fra r,,Jan 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic day drip on catamaran, with snorkeling (we saw a manta ray! and bjg starfishes) and a caribbean private beach with no other people around!
Amazing Experience
Y8371UDalanw,,Dec 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This excursion was absolutely amazing. Pickup from our resort was clear and well organized, with great communication. After about an hour bus ride, we met our tour guide and received snorkeling fins, along with refreshments like coffee and water and time to use the restroom. Our guide Joseph was super friendly, welcoming, and funny, and he shared interesting history about the DR and each stop. The speedboat ride was a highlight, thrilling like a mini roller coaster with breathtaking views of Saona Island. We passed the national park, listened to nature, and even saw dolphins and stingrays. Our first stop was snorkeling (gear provided) for about 25 minutes. Next was lunch on the beach surrounded by palm trees and the clearest, bluest water I’ve ever seen. The food was delicious with almost unlimited servings, and drinks, including alcohol, were included (the Cuba Libre was amazing). We then stopped at a clean, shallow natural pool and finished at another shallow area where we saw starfish. Our captain even added some fun tricks when he saw we enjoyed the adventurous ride. Overall, this tour was incredibly fun and memorable. I highly recommend it!
Great experience!
824travisk,,Dec 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a great day with the Quetzal crew on the catamaran. Resort pick up and boarding the boat was a breeze. Once on the boat we had an amazing crew that took us snorkeling around the island. We also spent a couple of hours on the island, which was beautiful. The lunch provided on the boat was delicious! I highly recommend this trip to anyone wanting to spend the day on the water!
Amazing day on the water!
702allanab,,Dec 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing day excursion, highly recommend it! So beautiful, Saona was one of the most beautiful islands I have been to. Crew was competent, informative and helpful. Lunch was the best food I had in DR all week. Will recommend to family & friends for sure!
Must Do! Highly Recommend
Saira M,,Dec 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00An amazing experience! The tour guide and everyone was so friendly and helpful. Was very organized and we felt pampered throughout the entire day. We enjoyed it and would highly recommend! We relaxed, ate great food, and saw beautiful things!
🌴 My Best Birthday in Saône Island! A VIP Tour 🌟
Laura F,,Dec 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00✐️✐️✐️✐️✐️ Best Saône Island excursion I ever did! I did several tours to Saône before, but none compares to this experience. Ever since we got on the luxury yacht, I knew it was going to be a special day: soft music, amazing drinks prepared at the moment, spectacular food on board and a super relaxed atmosphere. The round trip catamaran tour was simply beautiful, with VIP service that makes you feel pampered in every detail. I went on my birthday and not only enjoyed it to the fullest... I was even surprised with a cake! 🎂✨ A gesture that I didn’t expect and that finished capping a perfect day. The attention, the quality of service, the care of the equipment and how majestic the boat is make this tour truly unforgettable. If you are looking for the best excursion to Saône Island, this is the choice! Thank you so much!
Luck of the draw if you get a good spot or not.
colinl242,,Dec 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00We went with TUI, pick up in Bayhibe but tour guide was late, wear flip-flops as you're bare feet most of the time, TAKE SWIM SHOES, Saona Island is rocky as you enter the water. We had a small boat out to the Catamaran where we could snorkel before the start. Then a ride to a shallow area for another swim, then onto the Island where we had lunch which I enjoyed. There was nibbles on the way out but people helped themselves and staff didn't care. Many say outside but we sat at the back where the music blared out. They would turn it down for a few seconds then back up, we were promised this would not happen. By time we got to the Island there was a waste of time handing out paid for drinks then food. We ended up with 90 minutes free time on the Island and it depends on what part your boat goes to as to if you get a good place or not. Hundreds of boats go there and spread around the Island so some get good areas, others not so good, you can get an area with a lot of black flies, we were lucky. Sea is cloudy so waste of time snorkelling. Shade was only from the palm trees. On the way back it was a speed boat, 1 hour and you're back but again very, very load drum and base music, (why).
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