Puerto Plata: Party Boat & Snorkeling with Open Bar & Lunch

Catamaran Snorkeling in Puerto Plata: Drinks, Reef, and a Crowd That Wants to Have Fun

You're picked up from your hotel or cruise ship and spend a half-day on a catamaran with two snorkeling stops on natural reefs. Snorkel gear, a BBQ lunch, and unlimited drinks are all included, and the crew keeps the atmosphere relaxed and social without being forced. You float past Dolphin Island, see the stingray and shark tank, and finish at a natural pool where two oceans meet, then get driven back to your accommodation without arranging anything yourself.

Step-by-step itinerary

Catamaran cruise with snorkeling and BBQ

• Pickup from hotel or cruise ship
• Board party boat catamaran
• Sail to first snorkeling spot
• Snorkel with provided gear
• Sail to second snorkeling spot
• Snorkel with provided gear
• Enjoy BBQ lunch on board
• Drink unlimited tropical beverages
• Relax and enjoy island music
• Float past Dolphin Island and marine tanks
• Stop at natural pool where seas meet
• Return to dock and hotel drop-off

The experience

Most boat days feel like you're being herded. This one doesn't. You get picked up from your hotel or cruise ship, and instead of a quiet sail with a clipboard-wielding guide, you're boarding a catamaran where the crew actually wants you to enjoy yourself. There's music, an open bar, and people who are already laughing before you leave the dock. The boat heads out from Sosua Beach toward two different snorkeling spots, and the whole thing is built around the idea that you're here to relax and have a good time, not to check boxes on an itinerary.

The snorkeling itself is real. You get gear provided, and the reefs you're dropping into are natural coral with actual fish, not a tank, not a manufactured experience. You'll float past Dolphin Island, see the stingray and shark tank on the way, and end up at a natural pool where the Caribbean Sea and Atlantic Ocean meet, which is genuinely strange and worth seeing. The crew knows the spots, knows the water, and knows how to keep things moving without making it feel rushed. Between stops, you're back on deck with a drink in hand, island music playing, and the Dominican coastline doing what it does.

Lunch is a barbecue on board, not fancy, but it's included, and you're eating while you're on the water, which changes how it tastes. The open bar runs the whole time, so you're not doing the math on what a second drink costs. The animation crew keeps the energy up without being obnoxious about it. If you're staying in a hotel, a resort, an apartment, or on a cruise ship in Puerto Plata, pickup and drop-off are included, which means you don't have to figure out how to get to the dock or worry about timing. The half-day format means you're back by early evening, which works whether you've got dinner plans or just want to shower off the salt.

What’s included

Your half-day includes hotel or cruise ship pickup and drop-off, unlimited drinks from the open bar throughout the day, a barbecue lunch served on board, snorkeling equipment for both stops, and an animation crew to keep the energy up. You'll stop at two natural coral reef snorkeling sites, pass Dolphin Island and the stingray and shark tank, and finish at a natural pool where the Caribbean Sea and Atlantic Ocean meet before returning to your accommodation.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 08:00 and 13:30

Book up to11h before

AgesAdult (13 to 64 years) · Senior (65 and older) · Youth (12 years) · Child (4 to 11 years) · Under 4: can't be booked

GroupUp to 70

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French and German

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 35 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Paid on siteUS$ 55

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Good to know

Low physical effortInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Bravo Tours

Is this one for you?Pick this if you want a full water day without arranging transport, buying drinks separately, or figuring out where to snorkel. The catamaran handles all three, and the half-day timing fits around hotel checkout or a cruise ship departure.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French and German.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (12 years); Child (4 to 11 years). Children under 4 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What's included in the price?

Open bar, BBQ lunch, snorkel gear, round-trip hotel or cruise ship pickup, and the animation crew on board.

Do I need my own snorkel gear?

No, snorkeling equipment is provided as part of the tour.

Can I book this if I'm staying on a cruise ship?

Yes. The tour includes pickup and drop-off at cruise ship ports in Puerto Plata.

Are there two snorkeling stops?

Yes, the captain navigates to two different snorkeling spots on natural coral reefs.

Is the boat crowded?

It's a shared catamaran with other guests, so it's social by design. The crew and atmosphere are built around that.

What if I don't snorkel?

You can stay on the boat and enjoy the open bar, lunch, and the ride. Snorkeling is optional, not mandatory.

Can infants come on the tour?

Yes, specialized infant seats are available upon request.