Catalina Island Day Trip: Catamaran Cruise, Beach Relaxation, and Authentic Dominican Lunch
3.3
16 Ratings
Punta Cana
Embark on a Catamaran Cruise along the coast of the Dominican Republic to Catalina Island. Enjoy beach relaxation, snorkeling, an authentic Dominican lunch, and live entertainment. Book now!
Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Punta Cana - This amazing excursion starts with the hotel pickup from Punta Cana or Bavaro for the drive to the Marina of La Romana.

  • La Romana - Next, you’ll be welcomed aboard the catamaran by the crew with tropical refreshments. Your PADI-certified dive team tells you about the health and safety procedures on board and provides a diving briefing, and snorkeling, assisting you with finding the equipment that best fits you. When this procedure is out of the way, depart the marina, setting a course for the east side of Catalina Island to a diving and snorkeling site well known as “the Wall”, which caters to both novice and expert diving. Life jackets are available to anyone that requires one. You will enjoy refreshments and music selected by the entertainment team to keep you energized during the boat ride. After about 30 minutes of cruising, arrive at the diving and snorkeling site, where you can snorkel to discover the natural marine beauty. You can expect clear waters with incredible visibility and an amazing underwater ecosystem.

  • Catalina Island - Afterward, re-board the boat and head to the west side of the island to visit a private beach. Here, a range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic refreshments are available as you relax and enjoy yourself on the beach. Snorkeling equipment is available at the bar if you wish to snorkel again off the shore. For lunch, enjoy Dominican cuisine prepared by a renowned local chef. Eat pork, chicken, salads, pasta, and local fruits, all prepared in a hygienic kitchen. After lunch, the rest of the afternoon is yours to relax; you can snorkel or swim again, enjoy the open bar, or just listen to the waves and soak up the sea breeze.

  • La Romana - When your time on the island is over, board the boat for the ride back to the marina, enjoying music and light refreshments at the bar.

  • Punta Cana - Upon arrival at the marina in the late afternoon, a bus takes you back to your hotel or place where you were picked up.

What's Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan
  • Lunch included
  • Unlimited drinks and open bar
  • Bottled water and carbonated beverages
  • Use of snorkeling equipment
What's Not Included
  • DVD (Available to purchase)
  • Souvenir photos (Available to purchase)
  • Breakfast (Available to purchase)
  • Snacks (Available to purchase)
Additional Information

Take a journey along the Dominican Republic’s coastline to the tranquil Catalina Island, where you can unwind on the pristine beaches and snorkel at ‘the Wall’, a renowned underwater location. Delight in a traditional Dominican lunch prepared right on the beach. On the return trip to the marina, bask in live entertainment whilst savoring beverages from the accessible onboard bar. Complimentary round-trip transportation is provided from Punta Cana, Cap Cana, Bavaro, Uvero Alto hotels, or any location you’re residing within that area. This guided full-day excursion lasts for 8 hours.

  • Only adult travelers are able to participate in the diving
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Infant meals not included
  • Towels, sunscreen, bikini or bath suite are recommended
  • Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
Location
Punta Cana
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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(16 Ratings)
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Jorlennym
Jun 10, 2024
Amazing!! - Excellent service!! Very attentive and cordial, they made my experience wonderful. Thank you for your attention, I am very happy
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Federicome5381rs
Sep 26, 2023
Excellent - Sensational day on the beach on an excellent catamaran with some friends, we had a great time and everything was very fun.
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Lisa_h
Mar 4, 2023
Excellent value, great experience, beautiful ocean - We were picked up in front of our condo on time. The driver was very prompt. But the connection from the transportation to the excursion could have been better planned. We waited around for a while before we knew where we were supposed to be. We were picked up at 7:30 am and arrived at the excursion pick up point at around 10:30. The water was beautiful but rough. The crew on board were great. Very patient and welcoming and accommodating. We had 2 sea sick kids. When we arrived at the snorkeling spot, the gear was provided to us and we were allowed ample time in the water before moving to the island for lunch and drinks. The food was great. A lot of variety for everyone including vegan options. It was very relaxed and we had plenty of time to enjoy the island. The ride back was easier. We didn't ha e to change buses and were dropped right in front of our condo. We had a great day and would definitely do it again. Be mindful that travel time takes up about 1/3 of the day.
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Keilynmx
Mar 10, 2022
Amazing experience - The most amazing experience by far, extremely informative, great customer service. Felt like i was around my family. I highly reccomend if you want to have an unforgettable experience .
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Nancy_m
Feb 22, 2023
Pretty good for the money - There was some confusion regarding the buses but once that was fixed, it was a nice day. We stopped for almost an hour to snorkel then over to Catalina island. We had lunch and time to relax. The open bar was a little disappointing as it was only rum, coke or 7 up served.
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Christinaa_rene
May 9, 2023
Nice! Could be better - It was nice. However we had to switch from van to bus at least twice on our way to the first destination. The boat was also not a catamaran, as we were told it would be. Due to that along with agitated sea, the ride was not smooth and it caused a lot of people to get sea sick. However, the snorkeling spot was beautiful and the view was amazing. Once we got to the island, we were able to have lunch (it was not all that). The beach was pretty good, minus the fact that it’s very rocky. Other than that, it was a good experience. The staff is super nice and they’re entertaining!
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R7834hnraquelp
Oct 13, 2023
excursion problems October 8 and 11, 2023 - We didn't go by catamaran, it was by boat The excursion and the staff were very good, but when we arrived there was no one to pick us up at the port. I had to call the Platinum transfer agency by phone, and we waited 40 minutes until someone came to pick us up. I also made another excursion to Saona Island on Sunday, October 8, I booked it through the website, they told me that there were collection problems and that I should cancel it and pay in cash. It was 140 dollars. On Sunday I gave the driver 150 euros and I am requesting my money back, and no one tells me anything. You have the credit card number from which I made the payment, you can make the refund to that card, since, from here, no one knows anything, but I gave the money to the driver in cash, following instructions that I have by message by WhatsApp. I hope they give me back what they owe me
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Ryan
Apr 7, 2018
Next time I would book through our... - <p>Next time I would book through our hotel as this group seemed a bit disorganized. Multiple van transfers on the way there and confusion seemed to add at least a half hour to the drive each way. The snorkelling was great at our first stop and we had ample time to enjoy it. It would have been nice to have known to bring snorkel gear to the island as there was not much to do there. Very little interaction, instruction and information from crew members, no mention of free bar and lunch was late.</p>
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Gggrimshaw
May 8, 2024
JUST SAY NO ! - NOT ENOUGH SAFETY MEASURES INPARTED. MY HUSBAND WAS FLOUNDERING IN THE WATER AND NO ONE NOTICED BUT ME . HAD TO YELL FOR HELP . HE JUST MADE IT OUT OF THE WATER WITH HIS LIFE. THIS SNORKELING TRIP WAS DANGEROUS , THE SNORKEL GEAR WAS DIRTY AND ILL FITTING, THE MUSIC WAS ATROCIOUSLY LOUD , BUT THE RUM WAS GOOD . NOT WORTH THE MONEY AND NOT WORTH RISKING YOUR LIFE !
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Ipek_t
Jun 22, 2022
Avoid and consider official tours - Absolutely terrible! Not a catamaran tour. If you are wondering why this is a cheaper option compared to other Catalina trips, it is because this is not a tour. There is no guide, no animation, and no communication during the trip. You change 2-3 vehicles to get to the port. Go through a random construction area to get on a very crowded, single-file seating boat. Again, not a catamaran or motorboat as advertised. The island itself is beautiful, but please consider enjoying the trip with an official tour. I'm almost certain this is a second-degree copycat operation.
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