Saona Island and Canto de la Playa Boat Trip Adventure
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Discover the beauty of Saona Island and Canto de La Playa on a boat tour. Visit the turtle nursery, see hatchlings, and enjoy a Dominican lunch at a beach restaurant.
Highlights
- Learn about the Tainos, the first inhabitants of the island, at El Penon
- See the mangroves and the charming fishing village of Mano Juan
- Enjoy a Dominican meal at a restaurant with a splendid view of Saona beach
- Visit the turtle nursery and see hatchlings if they have left their shell
- Relax and snorkel at Canto de La Playa and see huge starfishes at a natural pool
Description
Cruise to Cotubanama National Park and South Saona with this tour with options to leave from Bayahibe Village, Dominicus, Punta Cana, Bavaro, Uvero Alto, Juan Dolio, and Boca Chica areas. Select the group or private option.
Stop at Cotubanama National Park and navigate in front of El Penon where the English-speaking guide will give you some information about the history of this cliff and the indigenous Tainos, the first inhabitants of the island. Sail on to see the mangroves.
Glide over to the sea to Saona Island to see the charming fishing village of Mano Juan. Walk through the colorful houses and shops in the village before going to the turtle nursery. Learn about the turtles, and see hatchings if they have left their shell.
Have an authentic Dominican meal in a restaurant with a splendid view of Saona beach. After lunch, leave for Canto de La Playa for two hours of relaxing and snorkeling. Finish, at a natural pool to see huge starfishes, swim, and sip rum.
Includes
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Transportation by 45-foot engine boat
Guide
2.5 hours at Canto de la Playa
2-hours at Mano Juan
45-minutes at the Natural Pool
Dominican lunch
Drinks on the boat and at the beach (sprite, coca cola, rum, beer and water)
Snacks (chips, cake, and pineapple)
Important Information
- Wear comfortable beachwear and bring a change of clothes
Biodegradable sunscreen is recommended to protect the marine environment
Be prepared for a full day of adventure and bring extra water and snacks
The turtle nursery visit depends on the hatchlings' readiness
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund