Saona Island: (4 beaches) Canto de la Playa from Punta Cana

Mano Juan, Dominican Republic



Visit Saona island in small groups (max. 35 persons). Four beaches. Get personalized attention with our guides in multiple languages. Buffet and open bar in the VIP area of Saona Paradise.

Saona Island Full-Day Tour from Punta Cana

Explore Saona Island on a full-day guided tour from Punta Cana, suitable for beach lovers and nature enthusiasts.

Highlights

  • Experience Caribbean music while enjoying refreshing drinks
  • Guided tour to discover the natural beauty of Saona Island
  • Buffet lunch featuring grilled chicken, pork, fish, and beef meatballs
  • Relax on the beach and swim in the clear Caribbean Sea
  • Visit the Natural Pool, a shallow area with crystal-clear water and starfish

Description

Start your day with a speedboat ride to the Natural Pools, a large area of shallow, crystal-clear water inhabited by Caribbean starfish. Spend about 40 minutes swimming while enjoying music and a selection of drinks including rum.

On the way back, pass through mangroves and the Catuano channel, the divider between main Dominican island and Saona. Arrive at Saona Paradise beach, offering sunbeds, bathrooms, showers, and an open bar.

Enjoy a private buffet lunch with barbecue options such as grilled chicken, pork, fish, beef meatballs, rice, bean sauce, boiled potatoes, seafood paella, hot and cold pasta, fresh vegetables, fruits, and bread.

After lunch, relax on the beach until about 1:30 PM. Then visit Mano Juan, the only inhabited fishing village on Saona Island, with 30-40 minutes of free time to explore or remain on the beach.

Finally, head to Canto de la Playa, a remote beach known for its white sand and clear waters. Here you can enjoy a quieter atmosphere, away from the morning crowds.

Includes

  • Government tax for visiting the National Park
  • Transfer to and from the meeting point at the office in Dominicus
  • Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks throughout the day
  • Lunch
  • VIP beach area with sunbeds
  • Multilingual guide

Excludes

  • Professional photographs (available for $45 USD per couple upon request)
  • Tips and personal extras

Important Information

  • Arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes early
  • Wear comfortable beachwear and bring a change of clothes
  • Use biodegradable sunscreen to protect the marine environment
  • Stay hydrated and drink responsibly at the open bar

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

For best experience, bring swimwear, a towel, sunscreen, cash for tips or extras, and consider booking during the dry season for calmer seas.

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes a speedboat ride, guided exploration of Saona Island, a buffet lunch, Caribbean music with drinks, beach time, and a visit to the Natural Pool with starfish.
Saona Island is located off the southeastern coast of the Dominican Republic, near Punta Cana.
You travel to Saona Island by speedboat as part of the full-day guided tour from Punta Cana.
Yes, the tour includes time to swim in the clear Caribbean Sea and at the Natural Pool.
Yes, a buffet lunch featuring grilled chicken, pork, fish, and beef meatballs is included on the tour.
Refreshing drinks are served during the tour while enjoying Caribbean music.
The tour operates year-round; check the website for current hours and availability.
The tour is suitable for beach lovers and nature enthusiasts of all ages.
Bring swimwear, sunscreen, a hat, and a towel for your day on Saona Island.
Yes, the Natural Pool is shallow and suitable for children under supervision during the tour in the Dominican Republic.

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