7 Private Island Boat Tours in the Dominican Republic to Build a Day Around

1.Private Luxury Catamaran – Saona or Catalina island

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 93 reviews Our pick

Set out from La Romana at 7:30 am aboard a private catamaran for up to 15 people. The crew can shape your day around Saona, Catalina, Catuano, and Las Palmillas, with snacks, drinks, commentary, snorkeling opportunities, and hotel transfers included.

“Could not have been more perfect. Our crew was wonderful the food was delicious and the scenery was unbelievably beautiful. Truly magical experience. Quetzal was superbly organized and experienced. Our group had the time of our lives.”

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2.Perfect Day at Saona Island by Speedboat – Completely Private

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 64 reviews · from $450

Take a private speedboat from Punta Cana to Saona Island with land transfers, a natural pool stop, snorkeling, mangroves, Turtle Lagoon, Starfish Bay, and a beach buffet. Stanley and the captain lead the day, with drinks and champagne available. Confirm what private means before booking.

“Wasn’t quite the private experience advertised. We picked up a family and while we each had our own boat it felt like we were on a tour w them all day. We also stopped to pick up the snacks and drinks for the boat which felt strange and prolRead more”

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3.Saona island – Private Tour with a Luxury Speed Boat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews

Spend six hours on a private boat with Captain Omar and crew, visiting Catuano, Saona Island, and Las Palmillas. You get hotel pickup from Bayahibe or Dominicus, snorkel gear, snacks, beer, rum, rosé, and soft drinks. The day is flexible, but lunch is not included.

“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 Read more”

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4.Saona Island VIP Experience – Private Boat for Up to 20 People

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 13 reviews · from $2,400

You’ll spend about six hours on a private Saona Island outing for up to 20 people, with transport, speedboat and catamaran travel, a Dominican buffet, open bar, and a natural pool stop. The schedule is flexible in theory, but confirm pickup, boat size, language, and timing before paying.

“The whole experience was fantastic. I'd recommend this short trip to anyone that wants to leave Stop Domingo for a few hours of nature and fun. Kudos to our driver and the tour guy. They're the best. Hospitality at its best Dominican Style.”

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5.Exclusive Private Catamaran Tour to Saona Island – VIP Service

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 5 reviews · 10h 30m

You’ll ride a private catamaran from Bayahibe to Palmilla Natural Pool and Saona Island, with Julio, Marcus, and crew handling the day. Expect rum, music, shade, a sea-view buffet, swimming, and about 10.5 hours of private service for your group.

“From start to finish this was an experience of a lifetime, Julio, Marcus and the Crew were absolutely amazing and couldn’t do enough to make the day so special. it’s a day we will never forget and I highly recommend this trip, it’s what dreams are made off xx”

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6.VIP Private Speedboat Escape to Saona Island

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 3 reviews · 10h 30m

Spend about 10.5 hours exploring Saona Island by private speedboat. You’ll snorkel at Canto de la Playa, eat a Dominican lunch in Mano Juan, relax at a natural pool with an open bar, and visit Playa Toro. English and Spanish guides lead the day at your pace.

“Great experience, nice guides and staff onboard the boat. Great private experience.”

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7.Saona Island Cruise with Private Beach

★★★★★★★★★★3.7 · 3 reviews · 10 hours · from $129Best value

From Punta Cana, you’ll reach Saona Island by fast boat and catamaran, stopping to snorkel in a shallow sandbank pool. Guide Ramon shares local conservation stories before private beach time, a beachfront surf and turf lunch, and an open bar.

“A good way to get a TUI tour without paying TUI prices”

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