Snorkeling in Sosua: Private boat, coral reefs & drinks

Snorkel natural coral reefs and swim where the Caribbean meets the Atlantic

A private catamaran snorkeling trip off Sosua, Puerto Plata, with a professional guide, equipment and tropical refreshments included. You snorkel among coral reefs and tropical fish, then swim in the natural pool where two oceans meet. The boat runs morning, afternoon or sunset departures, and pickup is included.

Step-by-step itinerary

Private catamaran cruise and snorkeling

• Board private catamaran
• Enjoy relaxing cruise with guide
• Snorkel on natural coral reefs
• Drink tropical cocktails and drinks
• Stop at natural pool meeting seas

The experience

The boat leaves from Sosua Beach with a professional guide who stays with you through the snorkeling. You'll spend time on natural coral reefs among tropical fish and the underwater landscape, then move to a natural pool where the Caribbean Sea and Atlantic Ocean meet. The guide speaks English, Spanish, Italian, French and one additional language, so communication is straightforward.

Tropical drinks (piña coladas, mojitos, Cuba libres, rum, beer, vodka with cranberry, and mamajuana) flow throughout the four hours, along with nachos with sauce, tropical fruits, and a BBQ. Snorkeling equipment is provided and fitted for you. You choose the timing: morning, afternoon or sunset sailing, and the boat picks you up from your hotel or meeting point on Puerto Plata's north coast.

The catamaran is private to your group, so the pace and stops are yours to shape. All areas of the boat are wheelchair accessible, and the crew accommodates service animals and families with infants.

What’s included

• Private transportation from your hotel.
• snorkeling equipment.
• a professional guide.
• tropical drinks including piña coladas, mojitos, Cuba libres, rum, beer, vodka with cranberry and mamajuana.
• soft drinks and fresh juices.
• nachos with sauce, tropical fruits and BBQ.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 08:30, 10:30 and 17:30

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GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French, German and Italian

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

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 effortWheelchair accessibleStroller-friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Sosua Party Boat

Is this one for you?The four-hour window leaves room for other activities earlier or later in your day, and the private boat means your group sets the pace and stops without waiting for other travelers.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French, German and Italian.

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 off Sosua?

The natural coral reefs near Sosua hold tropical fish and underwater formations. The guide takes you through the reefs and then to a natural pool where the Caribbean Sea and Atlantic Ocean meet: a rare spot to swim between two bodies of water.

How much time do I actually spend in the water?

The full trip runs four hours from pickup to return. Most of that time is on the water, with snorkeling as the main activity. The guide structures the stops and timing around what your group wants to do.

Is the snorkeling equipment included, or do I need to bring my own?

Snorkeling equipment is provided and included in the price. The guide fits it for you before you enter the water.

Can I choose what time of day the boat goes out?

Yes. The operator offers morning, afternoon and sunset departures, so you can pick the time that fits the rest of your day in Puerto Plata.

Does the price cover the drinks and food?

Yes. Tropical drinks (piña coladas, mojitos, Cuba libres, rum, beer, vodka with cranberry and mamajuana) are included, along with nachos, tropical fruits and a BBQ.