15 Dominican Republic Sailing Tours Worth Casting Off For

1.3 ADVENTURES: Sailing Catamaran Cruise – Hooka Diving – Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 162 reviews · from $105Our pick

Spend about four hours off Punta Cana on a catamaran with hotel pickup, an open bar, snorkeling, and Hooka underwater time at Bávaro’s coral barrier. Instructors guide you through the equipment and marine life. The boat holds up to 40 people, so expect a social party atmosphere, not a quiet reef outing.

“This company (Powers Adventures) was amazing! The hotel pickup and once you arrive can be a little chaotic because you have to wait for the boat. But once you’re on the boat it’s absolutely amazing! It’s great for if you’re just trying to sit back or if you’re wanting to have tons of fun! This excursion is for everybody! We had so much fun!”

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2.Catamaran Day Trip, Snorkeling & Sailing Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 132 reviews · from $84

Sail from Sosua to Puerto Plata aboard a 75-foot catamaran with Papo, Alain, and the TipTop crew. You’ll use provided gear at two snorkel stops, enjoy lunch and an open bar, then sail the coast with music and dancing. Hotel pickup is offered from Puerto Plata and Cabarete, with drop-off after the trip.

“This experience was amazing. The drivers and boat crew were all the best! Great service. Great snorkeling. Great food. 10/10 would recommend anyone visiting the Puerto Plata area to take this tour. We had the biggest boat in the harbor and arguably the best time.”

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3.Private Sailing Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 55 reviews · from $750 whole boat, up to 15

Take a private catamaran from Los Corales along Bavaro Beach to a natural pool, with a captain-led plan, bartender, open bar, snorkeling gear, music, Wi-Fi, and room to set the pace for your group. The roughly three-hour trip includes swimming, reef views, and a return to the beach meeting point.

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4.Full-Day Tour to Saona Island Sailing with Lunch and Beverages

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 52 reviews · from $60Best value

Spend about 10 hours traveling from Bayahibe to Saona Island by speedboat and catamaran. Swim at Palmilla’s natural pool, look for starfish, enjoy three hours of beach time, and eat lunch on the island. Pickup is offered, groups can reach 50 people, and guide language and drink service may vary.

“Esperienza fantastica, paesaggi stupendi e divertimento sfrenato, unica pecca la disorganizzazione per il rientro in hotel”

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5.Happy Hour Sailing Cruise from Punta Cana

★★★★★★★★★★3.0 · 30 reviews · from $85

Spend about three hours on an adults-only catamaran off Punta Cana. You’ll snorkel at a coral reef, look for tropical fish, sea turtles, or stingrays, swim in shallow natural pools, and enjoy merengue, salsa, and bachata with an open bar. Hotel pickup and snorkeling gear are included.

“Hi I'm Richard and yes I did enjoy myself this was one of my best experience in DR I had a great time and I will recommend all the people I know to come in visit and experience with you guys thank you so much for you hospitality and good service. See you next time. 😊😊”

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6.Saona Island Sailing Tour – All Inclusive

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 27 reviews · from $89

Travel from Punta Cana to Bayahibe, then continue toward Saona Island by speedboat or catamaran. You get a beach stop, natural-pool swimming, lunch, unlimited drinks, live entertainment, and free time. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, but group size, transfers, guide language, and boat arrangements can vary.

“Excursion was beat The island is gorgeous, the tour guide was very unprofessional at times but we still made the best of the excursion.”

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7.Catalina Island Swim, Sail & Snorkel

★★★★★★★★★★3.7 · 20 reviews · 8 hours · from $79

Spend eight hours traveling from Punta Cana by air-conditioned bus and riverboat to Catalina Island. Snorkel at the Caribbean Sea Coral Reef Wall, enjoy four hours of beach time with lunch and drinks, then learn bachata and merengue on the return trip. Guides speak English, French, and Italian.

“Perfect tourist guide who can speak more languages. We had enough time in the island to snorkelling. There is beautiful places, white sand and turquoise sea. Really good day.”

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8.Private Sailing boat Snorkeling at Punta Cana

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 19 reviews · from $1,050 whole boat, up to 10

Set sail privately from Playa Bibijagua with your group aboard a catamaran for snorkeling at Bavaro Beach, a white sand stop, and a swim in a warm natural pool. Snorkel gear, tropical fruit, snacks, national drinks, music, and transfers are included. Charlie, Jack Sparrow, and the crew provide onboard service and entertainment.

“Rent the private boat!! We had so much fun. Worth the money. Thanks Charlie for the quick up great and the great service”

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9.Punta Cana Happy Hour Sailing Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 11 reviews · 3 hours · from $85

Spend three hours sailing from Punta Cana to the Bávaro reef and a palm-fringed natural pool. You’ll snorkel with tropical fish, enjoy unlimited drinks and snacks, then dance to merengue, salsa, and bachata. Hotel pickup, equipment, and multilingual guides are included. This is a social party cruise, not a quiet or family outing.

“Had a great time, and met some fantastic people”

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10.Sailing Splash Tour Speedboat, Snorkel, and Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 8 reviews · 4 hours · from $115

Spend four hours on a lively Punta Cana water adventure with a two-person speedboat, reef snorkeling, snuba, shark and stingray encounters, and catamaran sailing. Bilingual guides lead the day, with names such as Gary, Steven, and Will I Am noted for strong guest care. Hotel pickup, lunch, water, and soft drinks are included.

“Great excursion - the provider did a fantastic job if you go hopefully "Will I Am" is your leader as he is great Hosted lunch at the end was the cherry-on-top as the DR food was good.”

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11.Up to 15 passengers Private Catamaran Sailing from Punta Cana

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · from $900 whole boat, up to 15

Spend three hours on a private catamaran from Punta Cana, with hotel pickup, guided snorkeling, a stop at the Natural Pool, barbecue lunch, open-bar drinks, and Bachata, Merengue, and Reggaeton lessons. Crew members including Laura and Daniela receive special praise for friendly service. Choose a 9am or 2pm departure.

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12.Bayahibe: Saona Island Sailing in catamaran with open bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 6 reviews · 10 hours · from $80

Spend 10 hours sailing from Bayahibe to Saona Island, with hotel pickup, a Dominican buffet, open bar, music, beach time, and a stop at a shallow natural pool. You can swim, look for starfish, and relax on the sand. Guides speak English, Italian, Portuguese, and Spanish. The day is lively, social, and best suited to those who enjoy a busy boat outing.

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13.Sailing Catamaran Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · from $125

Join Tony Tours by AMGMT for a seven-hour catamaran trip from Sosua toward Puerto Plata and Ocean World. You’ll snorkel at up to three sites, enjoy lunch, snacks, drinks, music, and a lively crew. Benjamin and Papo are among the crew members named in guest feedback. Pickup is offered, with a bus return to Cabarete.

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14.Punta Cana Private Sailing Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $889 whole boat, up to 14

You’ll sail Punta Cana and Cape Engaño with a private crew, relaxing on onboard nets, snorkeling in a natural reserve, using a paddleboard, and stopping at a waist-deep sandbar with a floating bar. The package includes drinks, snacks, transport, and equipment. Pickup and return are included.

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15.Private Luxury Sailing from Casa de Campo to Catalina Island

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · from $750

You’ll sail from Marina Casa de Campo aboard a restored boat featured in *Dangerous Waters*, with a captain and private transport. The group is limited to eight people. Spend about four hours at Catalina Island snorkeling near The Wall, then relax with domestic drinks, salad, and bruschetta. Bring your passport for Casa de Campo entry.

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