Punta Cana: Hip Hop Party Boat Cruise & Open Bar with Snorkel

Summary

Hip hop beats, open bar, snorkeling & wild natural pool moments

You’ll step onto a Punta Cana party boat where hip hop fills the air and drinks flow nonstop. Snorkel off Bavaro Beach with guidance if you need it, then dance in shallow turquoise water at the natural pool stop—music, laughter, sticky fruit fingers included. If you want three hours that feel like five different stories at once, this is it.

What’s the experience like?

Ever wondered what it’s like to dance on a boat while the Caribbean breeze messes up your hair? That’s kind of how our Punta Cana hip hop party boat cruise started—music already thumping as we stepped off Bavaro Beach, and everyone sort of sizing each other up over plastic cups of rum punch. Our guide (I think his name was Luis?) grinned and handed out neon wristbands. He explained the plan in this mix of Spanish and English—snorkeling first, then party mode. I was honestly nervous about the snorkeling part because I always forget how to breathe through that tube, but the sailor just laughed and showed me again, super patient.

The water off Bavaro Beach is this weird blue you don’t really see anywhere else—almost fake-looking. When we stopped to snorkel, there were these tiny yellow fish darting around my legs. The salt stung a bit at first but after a few minutes I just floated there listening to muffled beats from the boat above. Back onboard, someone passed around slices of pineapple (sticky fingers everywhere) and the DJ switched to reggaeton. At some point I tried saying “gracias” with the right accent—Li laughed so hard she almost dropped her drink.

Then came the natural pool stop—honestly didn’t know what that meant until we got there. Picture a bunch of party boats clustered in shallow turquoise water, people dancing waist-deep with drinks held high so they don’t get watered down. It was loud and chaotic in a good way; strangers sharing snacks, someone singing along badly to Tupac. The sun was starting to dip and everything felt kind of golden and blurry. I still think about that view sometimes when I hear certain songs.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Hip Hop Party Boat Cruise Activities

• Board the catamaran and meet guide
• Receive activity information
• Snorkel at coral reef
• Enjoy open bar and party
• Stop at natural pool for music and drinks

Top questions

Is transportation included for the Punta Cana hip hop party boat cruise?

Yes, hotel pickup and drop-off are included from all hotels, apartments or Airbnbs in Punta Cana.

How long does the party boat cruise last?

The tour lasts approximately 3 hours along the coast of Punta Cana.

Is snorkeling equipment provided on this booze cruise?

Yes, all snorkel equipment is provided for guests during the snorkeling stop.

What drinks are available at the open bar?

The open bar includes unlimited rum, vodka, beer, and soft drinks.

Are snacks or food included during the tour?

Yes, snacks and tropical fruits are served onboard during the cruise.

Is this Punta Cana party boat wheelchair accessible?

Yes, transportation options and all areas on board are wheelchair accessible.

What music is played during the cruise?

You’ll hear hip hop plus reggaeton and Afrobeats throughout the trip.

Can infants or small children join this adults-only booze cruise?

No, this specific tour is for adults only; infants or small children cannot join.

What’s included

Your day includes hotel pickup and drop-off anywhere in Punta Cana, unlimited drinks from an open bar (rum, vodka, beer), use of all snorkel equipment with help from your local guide if you need it, music ranging from hip hop to Afrobeats throughout the trip, snacks plus tropical fruit served onboard—and plenty of time dancing or floating in that surreal natural pool before heading back ashore.