Snorkeling in Punta Cana: Catamaran with Gourmet Lunch
Snorkel a coral restoration project, then eat lobster prepared on the water
A catamaran snorkeling activity in Punta Cana that takes you to the Cabeza de Toro reef (one of the Dominican Republic's largest coral gardening projects), and the Natural Pool, with a gourmet lunch prepared on a floating kitchen. The boat runs at 35% capacity for comfort, includes a guide in English, Spanish or French, and serves a full open bar with seafood, beef and vegetarian options.
Step-by-step itinerary
Catamaran tour with snorkeling and beach stops
- Snorkel at Cabeza de Toro Reef
- Relax on deserted beach with cocktail
- Swim and snack at Natural Pool
What’s included
- Snorkel gear and a live guide.
- catamaran transport along the Bávaro coast.
- stops at Cabeza de Toro reef and the Natural Pool.
- a Coco Loco cocktail on the beach.
- gourmet lunch prepared on the floating kitchen with your choice of seafood, beef, surf and turf or vegetarian.
- unlimited open bar with beer, rum, vodka, soda and soft drinks.
- tropical fruits and croissants.
- shared air-conditioned vehicle transport and hotel pickup.
- photos uploaded to the operator's Facebook page.
Times
- Every day 09:00 13:00
Before you book
Operated by Hispaniola Aquatic Adventures
Prices and times updated 24 days ago
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The experience
Cabeza de Toro is where the snorkeling happens. The reef sits in protected waters off the Bávaro coast, and the Fundación los Arrecifes de Bávaro has spent years restoring the coral habitat there: the Ministry of Environment rates it one of the three largest coral gardening projects in the country. You'll snorkel through the artificial reefs and the Underwater Museum with a guide, then the boat stops at a deserted beach where a Coco Loco (coconut milk cocktail) waits for you.
The Natural Pool comes next: shallow water, just four feet deep, where you can swim and snorkel without current or effort. This is where the famous langostinos (large prawns) appear on the menu. The whole outing runs four hours from pickup to drop-off, shared transport in an air-conditioned vehicle, snorkel gear and guide included.
The floating kitchen is where the day lands. You choose your protein at checkout (seafood, Certified Angus beef, surf and turf, or vegetarian), and the crew prepares it fresh on board while you're in the water. The open bar runs unlimited: beer, rum, vodka, soda and soft drinks. Tropical fruits and croissants come earlier in the day. The boat stays at 35% capacity, so there's room to move and the service stays personal.
Is this one for you?You snorkel yourself with a guide at two sites (the reef and the Natural Pool), so this suits anyone comfortable in shallow water who wants to move at their own pace in the water. The boat runs at 35% capacity and shared transport means you're traveling with other guests, which keeps the price down while still giving you room to breathe on board.
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Top questions
What languages is the tour guided in?
Live guide in English, Spanish and French.
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 the Cabeza de Toro reef like when I get there?
Cabeza de Toro is a protected reef off the Bávaro coast where the Fundación los Arrecifes de Bávaro has been restoring the coral habitat for years. You'll snorkel through artificial reefs and an Underwater Museum, and the Ministry of Environment rates this one of the three largest coral gardening projects in the Dominican Republic.
Can I choose what I eat on the catamaran?
Yes, you pick your protein at checkout: seafood, Certified Angus beef, surf and turf, or vegetarian. The crew prepares your choice fresh on the floating kitchen while you're snorkeling, and it comes with unlimited beer, rum, vodka, soda and soft drinks.
How deep is the Natural Pool?
The Natural Pool is just four feet deep, so it's a calm spot to swim and snorkel without current. This is where the langostinos (large prawns) are served as part of lunch.
Is snorkel gear included?
Yes, snorkel equipment and a guide in English, Spanish or French are included. The guide stays with you at both the reef and the Natural Pool.
What time does the catamaran leave and how long does it take?
The activity runs four hours total, including shared air-conditioned transport to and from your hotel. Pickup is included in the price.
Snorkeling in Punta Cana: Catamaran with Gourmet Lunch
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