Snorkeling in Punta Cana: Party Boat with Open Bar

Snorkel, swim and dance on a boat built for the moment

Snorkel at vibrant coral reefs and swim at the Sandbar off Punta Cana's coast on a shared party boat with live crew, hotel pickup, and an open bar. The boat runs 4 hours total—1 hour roundtrip transport plus 3 hours on the water—and includes snorkeling gear, a floating water pad, an onboard water slide, and a selection of mojitos, rum punch and other drinks. A guide speaks English, Spanish or French.

The Experience

You get picked up from your hotel or Airbnb and driven to the dock, then board a yacht with a captain and crew who run the day. The boat heads to a Natural Pool off Bávaro Beach first, where the snorkeling starts at a coral reef. After that comes the Sandbar—the shallow, clear water where most people spend time swimming, floating on the pad, or just standing in the Caribbean. The onboard water slide is there if you want it, and the animation team keeps the energy up with music and dancing between water stops.

The open bar runs the whole time: mojitos, rum punch, Cuba Libre, rum and cola, water and juices. Snorkeling equipment is provided, and life jackets are available. The boat is loud, the crew is energetic, and the vibe is built for groups and celebrations—birthdays, bachelorette parties, anniversaries. If weather turns to thunderstorms, you get a full refund and can reschedule. The whole thing—pickup, boat, drinks, snorkel gear, the pad and slide—is one price.

What’s included

• Hotel or Airbnb pickup and roundtrip transport to the dock.
• snorkeling equipment and life jackets.
• access to the floating water pad and onboard water slide.
• an open bar with mojitos, rum punch, Cuba Libre, rum and cola, water, juices and ice.
• snacks.
• an animation team.
• and a live guide in English, Spanish or French.

Good to know

Moderate physical levelWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot for heart conditions

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Is this one for you?Book this shared boat if you want to snorkel and swim at multiple stops with a live crew and sound system, and you thrive in a high-energy group setting with other travelers and celebration-focused activities.

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Top questions

What's the snorkeling like at the coral reef in Punta Cana?

The snorkeling happens at vibrant coral reefs off the coast of Bávaro Beach, where you use provided equipment to see the underwater landscape. The reef is one of the first stops after the boat leaves the dock.

How much time do I actually spend in the water?

The boat ride is 3 hours on the water plus 1 hour of roundtrip transportation, so 4 hours total. Most of the 3 hours on the water is spent at the Natural Pool, the coral reef, and the Sandbar, where you swim and snorkel.

Is the Sandbar actually swimmable, or is it just shallow?

The Sandbar is shallow, clear Caribbean water where you can swim, wade, float on the water pad, or stand. It's the main swimming and lounging spot on the itinerary.

What drinks are included on the open bar?

The open bar includes mojitos, Passion Love, Cuba Libre, rum punch, rum and cola, rum and sprite, water, juices and ice. Drinks are available the whole time you're on the boat.

Do I need to bring my own snorkeling gear?

No—snorkeling equipment is provided and included. Life jackets are also available if you need one.

Will the boat run if the weather looks bad?

If the boat is canceled due to thunderstorms or other severe weather, you get a full refund and can reschedule for another date.