Island hopping · ISLAND TOURS WITH LUNCH IN THE DOMINICAN REPUBLIC
The 6 best island tours with lunch in the Dominican Republic you can book today, with the per-head price, how long the day runs and how many landings you get. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
Spend a full day reaching Saona Island by speedboat and returning by party catamaran. You’ll swim in a starfish-filled natural pool, eat Dominican food, and relax on a postcard beach. Guides such as Christian, Alex, and Eduardo are known for keeping the day lively and organized.
“Tour guide was so helpful and instructions were very clear”
Travel from Punta Cana to Saona Island with guide Manuel or another group guide, stopping at Palmilla’s shallow natural pool before lunch and beach time. A speedboat gets you there, while a lively catamaran usually brings you back. Expect a shared group, rum drinks, and a long day.
“Its was amazing had lots of fun the tour guys were 10/10 would deff recommend to anyone looking to party and have fun!”
Travel from Punta Cana to Saona Island by speedboat, pause in Playa Palmilla’s shallow natural pool, enjoy lunch and beach time, then return by catamaran. Guides such as Manuel and Nicholas keep the day lively, but shared transfers, crowded boats, and extra charges require patience.
“The bus to the loading dock was fine. The party boat was fun! Two stops. The first is at a beach to view star fish and enjoy the chest high clear water! The second is at a different beach which the main part of the excursion. That beach was nice! The speed boat was fun! Snorkeling was fun! Make sure to bring your own snorkeling set just in case.”
Travel from Punta Cana to Bayahibe, then sail toward Saona Island with a Spanish or English-speaking guide. You will stop at a shallow natural pool, enjoy a Dominican buffet and open bar, and spend about three hours on the island. Guide Alex has received special praise for his friendly service.
“From the moment we boarded the catamaran, the experience was top-tier. The staff were attentive, and the drinks were flowing. The scenery was unreal—turquoise water and palm-lined beaches. The lunch was flavorful and fresh. This tour gives you a bit of everything!”
Spend about 10.5 hours traveling from Punta Cana to Bayahibe and Saona Island. You’ll swim at Playa Palmilla’s natural pool, enjoy three hours on the island, eat a Dominican-style buffet, and return by party catamaran or speedboat. The tour is shared and can include up to 60 people.
“Saona island was amazing. Nothing like I’ve ever seen before. However when I booked this excursion I was told it would be just our group and it was NOT.”
Spend a full day traveling from Punta Cana or Bayahibe to Saona Island, with a swim at a starfish-filled natural pool, a local buffet, beach time, and a two-and-a-half-hour catamaran ride with music and an open bar. Guide Mama Diari helps in English, Spanish, and French.
“Très bonne ambiance. Et avec la guide Mama Diari qui était top ! Elle fait même l’effort de traduire en français pour ceux le moins a l’aise avec l’espagnol ou l’anglais. Petit bémol pour l’arrivée tardive sur l’île, en toute fin de service pour le déjeuner. Résultat : presque plus rien à manger (plus de viande du tout) alors que la prestation est incluse. D’où le 4 (au lieu d’un 5/5)”
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