Punta Cana Boat Party with Snorkeling & Sandbar: Onboard water slide

Snorkel, dance and float in Caribbean shallows without leaving the boat or the party

This four-hour boat cruise in Punta Cana combines snorkeling at coral reefs, a scenic pass by Dolphin Island, and time at the Sandbar—a natural pool in three-foot-deep turquoise water where you swim, float and dance. The yacht carries an onboard water slide, full bar with mojitos and rum drinks, live music and a crew that includes a dancer and bartender; snorkeling gear, round-trip transport and all drinks are included. Minimum age is 15.

The Experience

You're picked up from your Punta Cana hotel and driven to the boat, where the crew—captain, guide, bartender, dancer and waitress—is ready to set sail. The yacht itself is built for this: comfortable seating, a dance floor, a water slide, a full bathroom, and speakers pumping your choice of reggaeton, hip-hop or R&B, or bring your own playlist. The open bar runs the whole time, pouring mojitos, rum punch, Cuba libres and other drinks alongside water and juices.

The first stop is a snorkeling site where you gear up and drop into vibrant coral reefs—equipment is provided and included. After you surface, the boat cruises past Dolphin Island, where you watch for dolphins from the deck. Then comes the Sandbar, a natural pool in shallow, crystal-clear water about three feet deep. This is where the party peaks: you swim, float, dance in the water, and use the onboard water slide. The crew keeps the energy high with music and animation; a dancer is on board to lead the vibe.

The whole experience runs four hours, with an additional hour built in for round-trip transport from your hotel. The boat is fully equipped, the crew is trained on safety, and the operator offers a full refund if the tour cancels due to thunderstorms.

What’s included

• Snorkeling gear and access to coral reefs.
• round-trip hotel transport.
• open bar with mojitos, rum drinks, juices and water.
• use of the onboard water slide.
• crew including a dancer, bartender and guide.
• music of your choice or theirs.
• stops at Dolphin Island and the Sandbar natural pool.

Good to know

Easy physical levelPublic transport nearby

Operated by Kimbara

Is this one for you?The boat moves between three stops over four hours, so you're in the water and at the Sandbar for most of the day rather than sitting still—if you want a party that keeps moving and includes actual snorkeling and swimming, not just floating on a deck, this one delivers both.

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Top questions

What's the snorkeling like on this Punta Cana cruise?

You stop at a coral reef site where the water is clear enough to see fish and reef structure. Snorkeling gear is included and provided on the boat, so you just put it on and enter the water when the boat reaches the site.

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

The Sandbar is a natural pool in water about three feet deep, so you can walk, swim, float and dance in it. The water is Caribbean blue and clear, and it's the main gathering spot where the crew plays music and the party continues.

What drinks are included in the open bar?

The open bar includes mojitos, passion fruit drinks, Cuba libres, rum punch, rum and cola, rum and sprite, plus water, juices and ice. You can drink throughout the four hours on the water.

Does the price include getting to and from my hotel?

Yes, round-trip transport from your Punta Cana hotel is included. The operator picks you up, drives you to the boat, and brings you back after the cruise ends.

Can I bring my own music, or does the boat just play what they choose?

You can bring your own playlist if you want. The boat has a high-quality sound system and plays reggaeton, hip-hop, R&B and other genres, but the crew will play your music if you have a preference.

What's the water slide like?

The yacht has an onboard water slide built into the boat itself. You can use it during the stops when you're in the water, adding another element to the swimming and floating at the Sandbar.