Punta Cana · SNORKELING CRUISES
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The reef off Bavaro is closer and calmer than most people expect. Below are the best snorkeling cruises in Punta Cana, ranked: which sail and which motor out, which include gear and an open bar, how long you get in the water, and what each trip costs.
Small-group Punta Cana catamaran with snorkeling in a natural reserve, hammocks, and a waist-deep sandbar floating bar. Hotel pickup included.
“Excellent experience. As described. Very attentive boat crew. We got picked up at RIU and transit was very smooth.”
Punta Cana small-group snorkeling cruise on a roomy catamaran near Cabeza de Toro Natural Reserve, with open bar, snacks, and paddle boarding.
“This was such an amazing time. Crew was friendly and made things so much fun. Would highly recommend to all. Great time for kids as well. Our 10 year old had the best time and it was his first time snorkeling.”
Punta Cana combo tour with catamaran snorkeling and open-bar party time, then parasailing above the coast for big views.
“Easy pickup at various hotels. Went onto a boat then transferred to another boat for parasaiing. Then transfer to the catamaren for the shark, stingray and dolphin experience before going scuba diving and finally a private island stop. The Read more”
Punta Cana half-day booze cruise with reef snorkeling, a sand-bar natural pool stop, and an onboard DJ party with unlimited national drinks.
“Charlie is an awesome captain and truly cares about his passengers’ experience on his boat. This is my third trip on his vessel and each time was great!”
Punta Cana buggy + catamaran snorkeling combo with Macao Beach, a cenote swim, local coffee/chocolate tasting, and unlimited boat snacks and drinks.
“Skip the dune buggy: Macao Beach was dirty and full of very pushy vendors, cenote was crowded and full of very pushy vendors, the dune buggy ride was just okay, very dry. boat ride: great staff, pretty decent snorkeling; although crowded with many boats and people, avoid the extra paid excursion of Dolphin and stingray/shark encounter: captive animals and very sad. party boat /sand bar was fun”
Parasail 500 feet over Punta Cana, then snorkel reefs from a double-decker catamaran with an open bar, DJ, and a natural swimming pool.
“Luis and Derly were great and so were the assistants and bartenders. We had a great time in the water and in the air! Would highly recommend”
Parasailing over Punta Cana, then snorkeling near reefs and Virgen Beach with pickup, gear, and an open bar. Short but fun.
“Although our crew on the boat were amazing and were fun this was not worth the money. The parasailing lasted all of ten minutes and ended being outside our resort. Then we went snorkeling for a bit again within view of our resort. The oRead more”
Family snorkeling catamaran off Punta Cana with coral-restoration stops, gear for all ages, and a floating premium seafood lunch plus drinks.
“We had an amazing adventure snorkelling in the DR 🇩🇴. The tour guides danced and partied during the whole trip. Our girls had the best day and I can’t thank the crew for the welcome and looking after us all day. I would recommend this trip for families and Adults.”
Adults-only snorkel in Cap Cana with coral nursery stops, open bar, and floating kitchen lunch. Small-group value in Punta Cana.
“The crew was lovely and lunch is made fresh on the boat. As a solo traveler, I definitely recommend. If you’re looking for a less crowded experience with good vibes and great views— this is the one!”
Private catamaran snorkel cruise from Punta Cana with coral reef swims, natural pool time, open bar, snacks, and beach stops.
“One of the easiest bookings ever. Once I booked and paid online, all my family, friends, and I had to do was show up. Charlie and his crew were amazing, they were informative and helpful. The locations were wonderful and the pictures (purchased) came out great. Everybody aboard had a great time, I would definitely recommend. My only complaint would be that we did not make it to Punta de los Nidos as the description states, we went right from snorkeling to the natural pool. To be fair, we did stop and swim with sting rays and nurse sharks (for an extra charge of course) so this may have used…”
ATV ride, Dominican coffee and a cenote swim, then a catamaran with snorkeling, snacks, and an open bar on Punta Cana’s coast.
“It was a wonderful experience as this was my 1st time on an atv. The only thing I would change is the amount of time on each stop. The tour guide, David, was awesome!!”
Private Punta Cana catamaran snorkeling with open bar, Caribbean music, Bachata and Merengue lessons, and a natural pool party.
“Booked the private catamaran for my bachelorette party and we had the most amazing day out on the water. The crew was so fun and helpful and made sure we were having fun and that are drinks were full at all times! We did end up buyinRead more”
Punta Cana catamaran with reef snorkeling, open bar, and family-friendly stops including a natural pool and a private beach.
“It was great! It was just us and another couple almost like a private tour! They gave us sandwiches and cakes and drinks. We really recommend this tour!”
Party boat catamaran cruise from Punta Cana with snorkeling, natural pool swim, dolphin sighting, slides, snacks, and an open bar.
“Fun and very enjoyable. A good time was had by all who were in my group. Wasn’t ready for the return to shore by the small boat but it was still a good time”
3-hour Blue Marine party boat in Punta Cana: snorkel Playa Bibijagua, DJ-style music, snacks, open bar, and easy hotel pickup.
“The music was amazing! Rum punch was unlimited! The water party was awesome! Great birthday for my husband!”
