Saona Island by Private Boat
Skip the crowded tour boats. Visit Saona Island on your own private yacht or catamaran with captain, crew, and open bar.
There's a Better Way to Visit Saona Island
Every day, dozens of tour boats leave Bayahibe packed with 40 to 200 people headed to Saona Island. It's loud, it's rushed, and the drinks are bottom-shelf. You're herded on and off the boat on someone else's schedule. It's the cheapest way to get to Saona — and it feels like it.
We offer the opposite. A private boat with just your group. Your own captain and crew. Premium open bar, fresh food, and lobster lunch prepared onboard. You decide when to leave, where to stop, and how long to stay. No strangers, no megaphone tour guide, no fighting for a spot on the boat.
We've been running private charters to Saona Island since 2008. We know the route, the best stops, and how to make the day unforgettable. This is Saona Island the way it's meant to be experienced.
Your Day at Sea
The Natural Pool
A shallow sandbar in the middle of the Caribbean Sea. Waist-deep turquoise water, cold drinks in hand, and nothing but ocean in every direction.
Palmilla & Starfish Beach
Crystal-clear shallow water where you can see starfish on the sandy bottom. A perfect snorkeling stop inside Cotubananam National Park.
Saona Island
White sand beaches, coconut palms, and turquoise water. The Dominican Republic's most iconic island — and you'll have your own spot away from the crowds.
Choose Your Boat to Saona Island
Three private charter options — from an intimate 12-guest yacht to a 75-guest catamaran for large groups.
Private Yacht to Isla Saona
The ultimate experience to Saona island is on our fantastic 52′ yacht. Get ready for an unforgettable tour on the Caribbean Sea with Upgraded open bar, h’ordeuvres, breakfast and lobster lunch. Private is the way to go for Isla Saona!
Saona Island Riva Yacht
Perfect for groups up to 12 persons, enjoy this exclusive experience to the Dominican Republic’s infamous Saona Island on our 43′ luxury yacht! Premium open bar, h’ordeuvres, breakfast and lobster/steak lunch right on the yacht. Private is the way to go for Isla Saona and we can get you there on our Riva Yacht!
Private Charter vs. Standard Tour Boat
| Private Charter | Standard Tour | |
|---|---|---|
| Passengers | Just your group | 40–200 strangers |
| Schedule | You decide | Fixed — hurry up and wait |
| Drinks | Premium open bar | Cheap rum & soda |
| Food | Lobster lunch, fresh h'ordeuvres | Buffet line on a beach |
| Music | Your playlist, Bluetooth speakers | DJ plays for the crowd |
| Experience | Relaxed, personal, memorable | Loud, crowded, generic |
What's Included on Every Private Saona Excursion
Premium Open Bar
Quality rum, vodka, beer, soft drinks, water, and tropical juices — unlimited all day.
Lobster Lunch
Fresh lobster, h'ordeuvres, breakfast snacks, and tropical fruit prepared by our crew.
Captain & Crew
Experienced local captains who've been running this route for years. They know every stop.
Hotel Pickup
Round-trip transportation from your hotel or resort in Punta Cana to Bayahibe and back.
Why Book Your Saona Trip With Us
Years in Punta Cana
We live here. We've been running private charters to Saona Island since 2008. When you call, you're talking to the people who operate the boats — not a call center in another country.
Google Reviews
4.5 stars with hundreds of verified reviews — all from guests who chartered with us right here in Punta Cana. Not imported from another country.
No Hidden Fees
Captain, crew, open bar, food, snorkeling gear, national park fees, and hotel pickup — the price we quote is the price you pay. No surprises at the dock.
What Our Saona Guests Say
Real Guests, Real Experiences
Frequently Asked Questions About Saona Island Excursions
The full-day excursion is approximately 7 hours at sea. With hotel pickup and drop-off, plan for about 9-10 hours total. We depart from Bayahibe, about an hour drive from the Punta Cana resort area.
Everything. Captain, crew, open bar (rum, vodka, beer, sodas, water, juices), breakfast snacks, lobster lunch, snorkeling gear, Bluetooth sound system, and floats. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included. No hidden fees.
The standard tour packs 40-200 people on a boat, follows a fixed schedule, and serves basic food and cheap alcohol. On a private charter, it's just your group. You set the pace, choose where to stop, eat premium food, and drink quality drinks. No strangers, no rushed schedule, no cattle-boat experience.
The route passes through Cotubananam National Park with stops at the Natural Pool (a shallow sandbar in the middle of the ocean), Palmilla Beach where you can see starfish in crystal-clear water, and Saona Island itself with its white sand beaches and coconut palms.
We recommend booking at least a month in advance, especially during peak season (December through April). Saona Island trips are our most popular charter. Contact us and we'll let you know what's available for your dates.
Safety comes first. If weather conditions are unsafe, we'll work with you to reschedule to another day during your trip. We monitor conditions closely and will contact you in advance if there's a concern.
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