Punta Cana: ATV Day Adventure & Snorkeling Booze Cruise

Summary

Atv through dominican countryside then cruise & snorkel macao beach

You’ll tear through Punta Cana’s countryside on your own ATV, tasting fresh chocolate and coffee at a local farm before cooling off in a glowing water cave. After relaxing at Macao Beach, hop onto a lively snorkeling booze cruise with open bar, music, and tropical snacks—all with pickup included. Expect laughter, real flavors, and maybe sand everywhere.

What’s the experience like?

“You’re gonna get muddy,” our guide grinned, and honestly, he wasn’t kidding. The first thing I remember is the smell—earthy, sharp, almost sweet from the sugarcane fields as we revved up our ATVs outside Punta Cana. I’d never driven one before (don’t tell my mom), but after a quick safety chat, off we went—dust in our teeth, wind whipping my shirt, everyone laughing at how ridiculous we looked in those helmets. We stopped at this little farm where Rosa handed me a chunk of chocolate so rich it stuck to my fingers. She tried to teach us how Dominicans roast coffee—my Spanish is tragic but she just smiled and poured another cup.

The next stop was that cave—25 feet deep and dark as midnight until you step in and the water glows blue around your legs. It’s cold enough to make you squeal (I did), but you come out buzzing. Macao Beach was last on the ATV part; wide open sand, locals selling fried fish under faded umbrellas, kids chasing each other. I sat there for a second just listening to the waves crash—didn’t expect to feel so calm after all that noise.

Then it was back for a quick rinse and onto the snorkeling cruise—music already thumping before we even left shore. The boat was bigger than I thought (I counted at least fifty people), with space to flop down and let the sun bake you. Snorkeling over the reef was wild—bright fish everywhere, some nipping at my toes—and when I got back on deck someone handed me a rum punch without asking. There’s something about dancing badly with strangers while salt dries on your skin that makes everything feel lighter. We ended up in this shallow natural pool, drinks still flowing, everyone half-singing along to whatever song came on next. I still think about that light on the water sometimes—you know?

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — ATV adventure and snorkeling cruise

• Receive ATV safety instructions
• Ride ATV through forests and gardens
• Stop at farm to taste local treats
• Visit refreshing water cave
• Relax at Macao Beach
• Return to ranch and transfer to hotel
• Driver picks up for snorkeling cruise
• Board boat and meet crew
• Snorkel along reef with lifeguard
• Enjoy open bar with music and snacks
• Visit natural pool and swim
• Return to boat and head back to beach

Top questions

How long does the full day ATV & booze cruise tour last?

The tour lasts a full day including both morning ATV adventure and afternoon snorkeling cruise.

Is hotel pickup included for this Punta Cana ATV & cruise tour?

Yes, round-trip transportation from your hotel is included.

Can beginners drive their own ATV during this experience?

Yes, after a safety briefing from your guide you'll drive your own ATV—even if you're new to it.

What do you taste at the Dominican farm stop?

You’ll sample organic products like coffee, chocolate, tea, and cigars at the farm.

How deep is the water cave visited during the ATV part?

The cave is about 25 feet deep with refreshingly cool water for swimming.

How many people are on the snorkeling cruise boat?

The boat can hold over 50 people comfortably.

Is snorkeling equipment provided on the booze cruise?

Yes, sanitized snorkeling gear is provided for all guests.

Are alcoholic drinks included on board?

Yes, there’s an unlimited open bar serving national alcoholic and nonalcoholic drinks during the cruise.

Do you visit Macao Beach during this tour?

Yes, Macao Beach is one of the main stops during the ATV portion of your day trip from Punta Cana.

What’s included

Your day includes round-trip hotel transportation in Punta Cana; use of helmet and sanitized snorkeling equipment; tastings of organic Dominican products like coffee and chocolate; unlimited national drinks plus snacks and tropical fruits onboard; music and entertainment throughout; stops at a Dominican farm, water cave swim spot, Macao Beach time, plus a lively catamaran snorkeling cruise before heading back home sandy but happy.