Private Catamaran Snorkeling in Punta Cana: Open Bar & DJ

Snorkel the reef and swim the natural pool without sharing the boat

A private catamaran experience along Punta Cana's Bávaro coast where your group snorkels at a guided stop with equipment provided, then swims and celebrates at the shallow natural pool. The boat is reserved exclusively for you, with unlimited drinks, tropical snacks, music and a live DJ included, plus round-trip hotel pickup.

Step-by-step itinerary

Private Catamaran Cruise Experience

• Hotel pickup and transfer to marina
• Board catamaran and safety briefing
• Cruise along Punta Cana coast
• Guided snorkeling stop
• Relax and party at natural pool
• Return cruise and hotel drop-off

Stops and time spent at each 6 stops

1. Punta Cana 45m
2. Punta Cana 15m
3. Bavaro Beach passing by
4. Bavaro 20m
5. Bavaro Beach 2h
6. Punta Cana 45m

What’s included

• Round-trip hotel transportation.
• private catamaran reserved exclusively for your group.
• guided snorkeling stop with mask, snorkel and life vest provided.
• fresh tropical fruit platter and nachos with cheese or salsa.
• unlimited open bar with national alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks.
• music, live DJ and entertainment staff.
• swimming and celebration time at the natural pool.

Times

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• Every day 11:30 14:30

Information

Private catamaran in Punta Cana with snorkeling at the coral reef, swimming at the natural pool, unlimited drinks and live DJ entertainment for your group over 4.5 hours.

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Live guide English, Spanish, French, German and Italian Another language? ›

Audio guide English, Spanish and French

Meeting point and pickup You can choose: pickup at your hotel, or go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point. When you book, you choose your hotel from 245 pickup locations; if yours isn’t listed, you can type in your address. Pickup is about 35 minutes before departure. See the exact addressSee the pickup points

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Cancellation and refunds Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Good to know

Low physical effort Wheelchair accessible Stroller-friendly Pets welcome Infants must sit on laps

More information The exact meeting point address, the operator’s instructions and every other detail are in the full listing. See the full listing

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The experience

Bávaro Beach is where this day starts. Your hotel pickup arrives 45 minutes before departure, timed to get you to the marina with time to spare. You board a private catamaran reserved only for your group, meet the crew, and receive a short safety briefing before the boat leaves the dock. The catamaran cruises the turquoise coast with music and an open bar while you settle in, no strangers sharing the space or the bartender's attention.

The snorkeling stop comes next, a 20-minute guided session where mask, snorkel and life vest are provided. If you'd rather stay onboard, the crew keeps the drinks and music flowing while others are in the water. After snorkeling, the boat heads to the natural pool (the shallow sandbar area that draws crowds to Punta Cana), where your group swims, dances, takes photos and celebrates in water calm enough to stand in. The open bar runs the whole time, and the DJ and entertainment staff keep the energy at whatever level suits your group, whether that's a lively party or a relaxed afternoon.

The return cruise takes about 45 minutes back to the marina, then the same transportation that picked you up delivers you to your hotel. Round-trip transfers from selected Punta Cana hotels are included, so the logistics (pickup time, meeting point, drop-off) are confirmed before you arrive.

Top questions

Can I be picked up at my hotel?

You can choose: pickup at your hotel, or go straight to the meeting point. When you book, you choose your hotel from 245 pickup locations; if yours isn’t listed, you can type in your address. Pickup is about 35 minutes before departure.

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French, German and Italian.

What's included in the open bar on the catamaran?

The open bar serves unlimited national alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks throughout the 4.5-hour experience, with a private bartender on the boat.

Do I need snorkeling experience to join the guided stop?

No experience is required. The snorkeling stop is guided, equipment is provided, and life jackets are included for all participants. If you prefer not to snorkel, you can stay onboard with drinks and music.

What happens at the natural pool stop?

The natural pool is a shallow sandbar area where you swim, dance, take photos and celebrate with your group. The open bar and DJ continue, and the water is shallow enough to stand in.

Is transportation from my hotel included?

Yes, round-trip transportation from selected Punta Cana hotels is included. The pickup time and meeting point are confirmed before the experience.

Can I bring children or infants on the catamaran?

Yes, infants and small children can join. Infants must sit on an adult's lap during the experience, and the activity is suitable for all physical fitness levels.

Operated by Michael L.R. Jackson Tours & Travel. Explorevia does not run this tour: we compare it with similar options, and you book it with our booking partner.

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