Catalina Island Day Trip: the Best Snorkeling Experience
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If you are fond of snorkeling and would like to combine this amazing underwater experience with bright emotions, white beach, blue sea, and all-inclusive service, welcome to Fabulous Punta Cana Isla Catalina!
During this excursion, you will cruise along the coast of the Dominican Republic to Catalina Island to chill out on its idyllic beaches and stop at a beautiful spot for snorkeling.
You will also have access to an open bar while enjoying live music and entertainment. On the Punta Cana Isla Catalina famous for its idyllic white-sand beaches, blue sea, and historical heritage, you will be treated to the Traditional Dominican Lunch.
Comfortable transportation, a professional multilingual guide, and snorkeling equipment are all included! You’ll have everything you need for an unforgettable time during your vacation in the Dominican Republic!
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Catalina Island Day Trip Program
Transportation
Trip to Punta Cana Isla Catalina includes pick-up and drop-off from any hotel or area of Bavaro/Punta Cana and transportation in modern buses with expert drivers.
Boat Trip
Your adventure begins as you board the boat and travel to the first snorkeling site. Our certified team will provide a briefing and all the necessary equipment (masks, snorkels, and life vests). During the ride, you can enjoy drinks from an open bar and energizing music selected by the entertainment team.
Snorkeling Stop
On the way to Isla Catalina, our catamaran will take you to a beautiful snorkeling spot. During approximately half an hour in the water, you’ll have the chance to discover vibrant marine life, enjoy excellent water visibility, and admire the fascinating underwater world.
Catalina Island
Get back on board the boat and enjoy alcoholic and soft drinks on your way to the Catalina Island beach. There, you can relax, swim, or stroll along the beach. Besides, don't miss an opportunity to take the best photos ever on fabulous Catalina Island!
Traditional Dominican Lunch
Treat yourself to traditional Dominican food (meet, rice, pasta, salads, local fruit). For an additional payment, you can enjoy a delicious fresh lobster. Please, let us know beforehand if you wish to have a VIP lunch option.
Beach
After lunch, you can continue chilling on the beach. You can relax or swim again, enjoy the open bar, or just listen to the soothing waves and embrace the invigorating sea breeze.
Isla Catalina Excursion Details
- Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
- Approximate pick up time from your hotel or pick-up point: 7 a.m.
- Duration: 9-10 hours
- What to bring: hat, swimming suit, sun protection cream, photo camera, towels, good mood, cash for tips
- Comfortable Transportation, modern shuttles with AC – two way is included
- Lunch and free alcoholic and soft drinks are included
- Unique snorkeling experience!
- Please note that we first pick you up from your hotel and take you to a common meeting point, from where you will depart for the excursion.
- Please note that on the way to the port or the return trip, there may be stops where you can purchase souvenirs.
- Return time depends on the hotel location and may range from 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM.
Pick-up and drop-off is included in the price for most hotels and residences in Bavaro-Punta Cana area. An additional charge may be applied for pick-ups from Uvero Alto, Cap Cana, Miches, Veron, Bayahibe and La Romana.
PROS:
- Unique snorkeling experience.
- Free food and drinks.
- Visit to the most famous snorkeling site in the area.
- Equipment is included.
CONS:
- The trip is quite long.
- Don’t forget your sunscreen to avoid getting sunburnt.
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Please note: The details of the tour, including schedules, activities, and conditions, may be adjusted due to weather, seasonal factors, or unforeseen circumstances. We always strive to make your experience enjoyable and memorable.
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I recently went on an excursion with this company and it was an absolutely amazing experience. From start to finish, everything was perfect. The excursion itself was breathtaking. We also had plenty of time to take photos and enjoy the scenery. The transportation provided was comfortable and clean, making the journey even more enjoyable. The entire excursion was well-organized and went off without a hitch. Overall, I would highly recommend this company to anyone looking for an unforgettable excursion experience. The combination of excellent service, and knowledgeable guides make this excursion a must-do for anyone visiting the area. Five stars!
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Snorkeling between tectonic plates was impressive. Our guide, I believe her name was Jorge, was especially kind to me, when I freaked out a little while snorkeling. He held on to me the whole time. All-in-all, it was a beautiful experience you can only have there!
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I had only ever seen colorful fish and coral like these on TV, or in aquariums. The ocean with its inhabitants is another world! I had never seen before anything so beautiful and harmonious in my life. Although this trip turned out more expensive for our family of 4 than we would have liked, but the experience we had was unforgettable. Neither of us had ever been snorkelling before, but we liked it!