About this experience
Explore the remarkable Altos de Chavon and dig your toes in the sand of Saona Island during this full-day excursion from Punta Cana, available every Wednesday and Saturday.
Walk through Altos de Chavon, a recreation of a 16th-century Mediterranean village perched above the Chavon River and frequently used as a film set. Travel to Saona island aboard a catamaran to relax on the white sand beach fringed with coconut palm trees. Enjoy a barbecue lunch of typical Dominican fare and an open bar.
Availability: Wednesday and Saturday only
Altos de Chavon: Explore the recreated 16th-century Mediterranean village.
Saona Island: Travel via catamaran to relax on white sand beaches.
Dining: Enjoy a barbecue lunch of typical Dominican fare and an open bar.
Transport: Round-trip transportation from Punta Cana hotels is included.
Participants are organized into small groups to provide a smoother and more comfortable experience during the tour.
At a glance
- Duration: 9 hr
What is included
- Beer, rum and soft drinks (open bar)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Snacks
- 3-hours at the Saona Island
- 30-minute stop at the biggest natural swimming pool
- Buffet lunch (BBQ, salad and typical Dominican fare)
Not included
- DVD (available to purchase)
- Lobster (Available to purchase)
Itinerary and highlights
Bayahibe is the port where we take you to take the speed boats or catamaran depending on the daily schedule, but you will definitely will do both on the same day
This is what we call The Natural Swimming pool, in between Saona Island and Dominican Republic, this is a spot where you will have a stop for drinks, photos and enjoying the amazing spot a few miles from the shore with a clear water about 3 feets deep, adults and kids can enjoy this
Meeting and pickup information
- We’ll see you soon! If you're staying at a resort, please wait in the main lobby. For those in apartments or Airbnbs, we will assign a specific nearby meeting point for your convenience. Just keep an eye out for Caribbean Route!
Languages and tickets
- German — Guide
- ru — Guide
- Portuguese — Guide
- English — Guide
- French — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Caribbean Route
Accessibility and practical details
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum drinking age is 18 years
- Note that: this tour starts in The Est National Park, La Romana. It thakes one hour by bus from any of the Punta Cana Hotels.
- Pregnant travelers are not allowed to participate due to boat movement
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Available tour options
- Visit Saona Island cruise by catamaran/speedboat,swim in the Natural Pool. Includes BBQ buffet, open bar,transportation Pickup included
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