Snorkeling in Punta Cana: Catamaran with Open Bar
Coral reefs, a sandbar, and nonstop music on one boat
Snorkel Punta Cana's coral reefs and shallow sandbar waters on a catamaran with open bar, round-trip transport, snorkel gear, and an animation team. The boat stops at three aquatic sites: a reef dive, a scenic cruise where dolphins may appear, and the famous sandbar where you swim in Caribbean-blue shallows and use the onboard water slide.
Step-by-step itinerary
Punta Cana Catamaran Party Cruise
- Sign waiver and receive safety info
- Board luxury catamaran
- Snorkel vibrant coral reefs
- Cruise Dolphin Island and spot dolphins
- Relax and swim at crystal-clear waters
- Enjoy famous sandbar experience
- Use onboard water slide
- Party with music and drinks onboard
What’s included
- Open bar with mojitos, Cuba Libre, rum punch, water, juices, soda, and ice.
- round-trip hotel transport.
- snorkel equipment and life jackets.
- snacks.
- use of the onboard water slide and floating water pad.
- animation team and music throughout the cruise.
- Every day 11:00 13:00 14:00
Information
Snorkel Punta Cana's coral reefs and sandbar on a catamaran with open bar, round-trip transport, and an animation team. 4 hours total including an hour of pickup and drop-off.
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The experience
The boat leaves with snorkel gear already aboard, an open bar stocked with mojitos, rum punch, and juices, and an animation team ready to keep the energy high. You spend three hours on the water across three stops: first the coral reefs where you dive in with a mask and fins to see the underwater landscape, then a scenic cruise past Dolphin Island where you stay on deck and watch for dolphins, and finally the famous sandbar. A shallow, clear expanse where you can swim, float, dance, and use a floating water pad for lounging. The music runs the whole time: R&B, hip hop, reggaeton, or your own playlist if you bring one.
Round-trip transport from your hotel is included, which accounts for an hour of the four-hour total. Life jackets are on board, snacks come with the package, and the crew handles the setup so you just show up ready to go. The boat itself is a catamaran, which means a wider, more stable platform than a single-hull boat: useful when you're moving between three different stops and a full bar is running.
An extra hour on the water is available if you want to extend the day, though the standard booking fits the afternoon or morning without eating your whole schedule.
Top questions
What exactly is the snorkeling like at the coral reefs in Punta Cana?
The first stop is a dive into vibrant coral reefs where you explore the underwater world with your snorkel gear. The reef is the main underwater attraction on this route. The other two stops focus on swimming and the sandbar experience rather than reef diving.
Will we actually see dolphins on the Dolphin Island Cruise part?
Dolphin Island Cruise is a scenic cruise where you may spot dolphins from the boat, though sightings are not guaranteed. You stay on board during this stop rather than entering the water.
What's the famous sandbar experience like?
The Famous Sandbar is a shallow, Caribbean-blue water area where you swim, float, dance, and use a floating water pad for lounging. It's the third stop and the place where the party atmosphere peaks, with music and the animation team keeping things lively.
Is the open bar really unlimited, and what drinks are included?
The open bar includes mojitos, Cuba Libre, rum punch, water, juices, and soda throughout the cruise. Ice is provided, and the bar runs for the full three hours on the water.
How much of the four-hour booking is actually on the boat versus transportation?
The four-hour total breaks down as three hours on the catamaran itself and one hour for round-trip transportation from your hotel. The boat time covers all three stops and the time between them.
Do I need to bring my own snorkel gear or towel?
Snorkel equipment is provided and included in the booking. Towels are not included, so bring your own or arrange one separately.
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Snorkeling in Punta Cana: Catamaran with Open Bar
4h · at your hotel
from US$ 46 per person
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