Saona Island: Tour of the 4 Beaches with Canto de la Playa

Saona Island Small Group Tour from Dominicus Beach

This full-day tour departs from Dominicus Americanus beach and offers small group visits to Saona Island, ideal for nature lovers and those seeking a less crowded experience.

Tour Highlights

• Visit Saona Island in groups of no more than 35 people
• Personalized attention from multilingual guides
• Private buffet and open bar access in the VIP area on Saona Paradise beach
• Relax on the natural Canto de la Playa beach
• Focused on avoiding mass tourism

Tour Description

The tour starts at 9 AM from Dominicus Americanus public beach, traveling by speedboat or motomaran toward Saona Island. The first stop is the Natural Pools, shallow crystal-clear waters home to Caribbean starfish, where guests enjoy about 40 minutes of swimming with music and drinks including rum.

Exiting the Natural Pools, you will pass the mangroves and Catuano channel before arriving at Saona Paradise beach around 11 AM. This spacious, clean beach provides free sunbeds, bathrooms, showers, and an open bar serving beverages like Coca Cola, Sprite, water, orange juice, coffee, rum, and beer. A professional photographer is available for optional paid photoshoots.

At noon, a private buffet is served with grilled chicken and pork barbecue, fish, beef meatballs, rice, bean sauce, boiled potatoes, seafood paella, hot and cold pasta, fresh vegetables, fruits, and bread. After lunch, guests have free time to enjoy the beach and sea until 1:30 PM.

Next, the tour visits Mano Juan, the only inhabited village on Saona Island, where you have 30 to 40 minutes to explore or relax. Afterwards, the group moves to Canto de la Playa, a remote white sand beach with clear waters, visited after most other tours have left to ensure a quieter experience.

The return to Dominicus Americanus beach is scheduled around 5:30 PM. The company may adjust the order of stops based on weather conditions.

Includes

• Tour and government tax for National Park entry
• Transfer to and from the meeting point at the Dominicus office
• Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks throughout the day
• Lunch
• VIP area access on the beach with sunbeds
• Guides available in multiple languages

Excludes

• Professional photographs (optional, 45 USD per couple)
• Tips and other extras

Important Information

• Pickup times may vary slightly due to route adjustments. Guests must verify pickup locations to avoid missing transportation or delays. Hotel pickups occur in the hotel lobby unless otherwise specified.
• Participants must be in good health. The excursion is not suitable for pregnant women or persons with disabilities.

Cancellation Policy

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

For the best experience, bring swimwear, sunscreen, a hat, and a camera. Mornings tend to be busier; visiting remote beaches later in the day offers a quieter visit. Confirm your pickup point the day before departure.