Saona Classic
80 USD per adult
Large catamaran40–80 guestsOne beach stop
A lower-priced island day on a large catamaran, with 40–80 guests and one beach stop.
- Saona Classic · Child (up to 12 years)
- 50 USD
Saona Island
Choose Saona Classic by catamaran or Saona Premium by speedboat. Round-trip hotel transport included.
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Saona Premium
120 USD per adult
Speedboat10–20 guestsFour signature stops
A smaller group, a speedboat and four signature stops: see more of Saona in one day.
- Saona Premium · Child (up to 12 years)
- 70 USD
Included in the price: a delicious Dominican lunch on the beach and round-trip hotel transport.
Choose this option · Saona Premium ↗Round-trip hotel transport included.
Prices in USD. Cana.Tours confirms availability, pickup and the final booking details on WhatsApp.
Approximate duration · 8 hours
Published tour duration; hotel transfers can extend your day. Confirm pickup and return times for your hotel on WhatsApp.
Round-trip hotel transport included.
No upfront payment required.
Pay on the day of your tour.
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your tour starts.
Compare Saona options
Choose Classic when the lower price and one beach stop suit your day. Choose Premium for a smaller group and four distinct stops by speedboat. Premium is a shared small-group experience, not a private charter. Compare the itinerary and group size as well as the price.
10–20 guestsSpeedboatDeparture area: Bayahibe
Saona Premium · Four signature stops
- Natural Pool
- Toro Beach
- Mano Juan
- Canto de la Playa
Make this tour private
You can also book this experience exclusively for your own group. Share your date, group size and hotel with Cana.Tours for a private quote and availability.
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Plan with Cana.Tours on WhatsApp ↗Transport, reservations & special requests
Tell Cana.Tours your hotel, date and group size. We coordinate transport, reservations and special requests on WhatsApp, and confirm availability and the total quote before you book.
Why go?
Saona Classic: A lower-priced island day on a large catamaran, with 40–80 guests and one beach stop. Saona Premium: Leave Bayahibe by speedboat for the Natural Pool, Toro Beach, Mano Juan and Canto de la Playa. Look for starfish in the Natural Pool without touching or lifting them from the water. Enjoy a Dominican buffet lunch in Mano Juan fishing village, then unwind on the white sand of Canto de la Playa. Local rum, beer, water and soft drinks are included throughout the day. Cana.Tours coordinates hotel transport and confirms your pickup and return arrangements. Included in the price: a delicious Dominican lunch on the beach and round-trip hotel transport.
Access & reservations
Boat excursion; not accessible by car. Request options and a quote from Cana.Tours on WhatsApp.
Make the most of your visit
Saona Island · Saona / Bayahibe
A detail that changes the plan
Most Saona boat trips depart from Bayahíbe. The island is part of Cotubanamá National Park.
Research source: Dominican Republic Ministry of Tourism ·
Separate the road transfer from time on the boat and beach. If Mano Juan or a natural-pool stop is important, ask Cana.Tours to confirm it in your itinerary. Compare boats by comfort and time ashore, not just the island name.
Choose the right experience
Start with your priority: beach time, snorkelling, countryside, animals or an active adventure. Then compare shared and private options. A shorter activity can still take much of the day once hotel collection and other pickups are included. Ask for time at the attraction and total time away from the hotel separately.
A practical plan
Tell Cana.Tours your hotel, group size, children’s ages and the experience you want most. For boats, specify swimming confidence and whether you prefer a lively or relaxed atmosphere. For land activities, ask about passenger and driver requirements. The map may show an activity area rather than your actual meeting point.
What to include in your budget
Request an itemised quote for pickup, return transport, admission, equipment, meals and drinks. Check which stops are included and which are optional purchases. Before paying, ask how weather changes, cancellations and missed pickups are handled. Photos or an attractive itinerary do not guarantee every stop on every departure.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Saona Island?
Saona Island is in Saona / Bayahibe. The map pin is an orientation point; Cana.Tours confirms the entrance or meeting point for your visit.
How do I plan a visit to Saona Island?
Saona Classic: A lower-priced island day on a large catamaran, with 40–80 guests and one beach stop. Saona Premium: Leave Bayahibe by speedboat for the Natural Pool, Toro Beach, Mano Juan and Canto de la Playa. Look for starfish in the Natural Pool without touching or lifting them from the water. Enjoy a Dominican buffet lunch in Mano Juan fishing village, then unwind on the white sand of Canto de la Playa. Local rum, beer, water and soft drinks are included throughout the day. Cana.Tours coordinates hotel transport and confirms your pickup and return arrangements. Included in the price: a delicious Dominican lunch on the beach and round-trip hotel transport.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes. All tours booked through Cana.Tours include round-trip hotel transport. Share your exact hotel so we can confirm the pickup point and time.
What does this tour cost?
Saona Classic · Adult: 80 USD; Saona Classic · Child (up to 12 years): 50 USD; Saona Premium · Adult: 120 USD; Saona Premium · Child (up to 12 years): 70 USD. Prices in USD. Cana.Tours confirms availability, pickup and the final booking details on WhatsApp.
Compare Saona options
Saona Classic: Large catamaran · 40–80 guests · One beach stop · A lower-priced island day on a large catamaran, with 40–80 guests and one beach stop. Saona Premium: Speedboat · 10–20 guests · Four signature stops · A smaller group, a speedboat and four signature stops: see more of Saona in one day.
Can I book this tour for a private group?
You can also book this experience exclusively for your own group. Share your date, group size and hotel with Cana.Tours for a private quote and availability.
Approximate duration
8 hours. Published tour duration; hotel transfers can extend your day. Confirm pickup and return times for your hotel on WhatsApp.
When do I pay, and can I cancel?
Pay on the day of your tour. Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your tour starts.
Can I request a private Saona Island experience?
Yes. Request an exclusive group quote through the current Saona listing. Tell us your hotel, date, group size and preferred pace. Cana.Tours confirms the boat, route, inclusions and availability; the published small-group rate is not a private charter price.
Planning notes by PuntaCanaMap. Source review is not an on-site inspection.
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Plan with Cana.Tours on WhatsApp ↗Transport, reservations & special requests
Before you go
- Allow a full day from Punta Cana and check your exact hotel pickup time with the operator.
- Ask whether transfers, meals, drinks and park fees are included. Different itineraries visit different beach stops.
- Check sea conditions, cancellation terms and suitability for children or limited mobility before booking.
Who it suits
Couple, Family, Group, Adventure travellers. These are editorial suggestions, not accessibility or safety certifications; check the details that matter to your group.
Finding your way
The map marks the general location in Saona / Bayahibe. Access points and meeting places can differ. Ask Cana.Tours to confirm your entrance, hotel pickup and return transport.
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Your booking, step by step
- Share your hotel, travel date and group size when requesting a quote.
- A message is an enquiry, not a confirmed booking. Cana.Tours confirms the date, guests, chosen option, total price and pickup details on WhatsApp. Review that confirmation before agreeing; no payment is collected by this website.
- No upfront payment required. Pay on the day of your tour.
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your tour starts.