Snorkeling at Sosúa Beach: Private Catamaran with BBQ

Snorkel the reefs, then grill on the boat

A private catamaran snorkeling activity at Sosúa Beach in the Dominican Republic lasts three and a half hours, with time in the water to explore coral reefs, plus Dominican grilled food and drinks aboard. Pickup from your hotel is included, and the crew speaks English and Spanish. A 15-minute stop at a local Chocolate Factory rounds out the day.

The experience

Three and a half hours on a private VIP catamaran means you get the boat, the crew and the snorkeling window to yourself or your group. The boat leaves from Sosúa Beach, where the water stays turquoise and shallow enough to see the reefs without a long swim out. You'll have snorkeling gear on board and time to explore the coral formations that sit in the bay. The crew handles the boat while you're in the water, and they speak English and Spanish so there's no confusion about where to go or what you're seeing.

Between water time, the boat's animation team keeps things moving with music and activities. This is built as a celebration boat, so the energy stays high. You'll eat Dominican grilled food cooked on board, with beers, Dominican rum, water, and tropical juices flowing throughout. The stop at the Chocolate Factory is short, just 15 minutes, but it breaks up the day and gives you a look at how cacao gets processed locally. Pickup from your hotel is included, and you'll get a waterproof phone case so you can take photos without worrying about salt water.

What’s included

• Private transportation from your hotel.
• use of snorkeling equipment.
• Dominican grilled food and drinks (beers, Dominican rum, water, Coca-Cola, Sprite and tropical juices).
• a 15-minute stop at the Chocolate Factory.
• a waterproof phone case for your device.

Options for this experience

4 options

AMBERCOVE PartyBoat-SnorkelingUp to 2 per booking · Guide in English or Spanish · 08:00 and 14:00Animation, dancing and party on a Sosua Beach catamaran, with snorkeling at 2 different reefs. VIP experience, 4 hours long. Grill on board with an open bar. Pickup is included.

3PAX PartyBoat-Snorkeling TourUp to 3 per booking · Guide in English or Spanish · 08:00 and 14:00Animation, dancing and party on a Sosua Beach catamaran, with snorkeling at 2 different reefs. VIP experience, 4 hours long. Grill on board with an open bar. Pickup is included.

Amber Cove snorkeling tour with BBQUp to 10 per booking · Guide in English or Spanish · 10:30Private party catamaran with a VIP experience, 5 hours long. Includes life vests and snorkeling gear, a BBQ on board and drinks, a view of beautiful Sosúa Beach, a safari truck, and a friendly, entertaining crew. Pickup is included.

Party boat tour from Amber CoveUp to 15 per booking · Guide in English or Spanish · 10:30Pickup is included

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 08:00, 10:30 and 14:00

Book up to2h before

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 9 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by DR PRIME TOURS

Is this one for you?Book this if your group wants the boat, the crew and the snorkeling window all to yourselves. The private catamaran means no strangers on board and no waiting for a shared departure time. The three and a half hours fit a half-day plan without eating your whole day, and the grill and drinks keep everyone fed between water time.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

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 snorkeling like at Sosúa Beach?

Sosúa Beach has shallow coral reefs visible from the boat, so you can snorkel without swimming far from the catamaran. The turquoise water keeps the reefs easy to see, and the crew will point you toward the best spots.

Do I need snorkeling experience to join?

No experience is required. Snorkeling equipment is provided on the boat, and the crew is there to help you get comfortable in the water. The reefs sit close to shore, so you're never far from the boat.

What happens during the Chocolate Factory stop?

The Chocolate Factory stop lasts 15 minutes and shows you how cacao is processed locally. It's a quick break from the boat, not a long tour, so you'll be back on the water soon after.

Is the food and drink included in the price?

Yes. Dominican grilled food, beers, Dominican rum, water, Coca-Cola, Sprite and tropical juices are all included throughout the three and a half hours on the boat.

Will my hotel pickup be on time?

Pickup from your hotel is included in the booking. The crew will coordinate the exact time when you reserve, so you know when to be ready.