5 Sailing and Snorkeling Trips in the Dominican Republic Worth Booking

1.Small-Group Cruising and Snorkeling Catamaran Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,401 reviews · from $99Our pick

Spend 3.5 hours aboard a catamaran limited to 16 people. Snorkel in a nature reserve, swim from a sandbar, use the slide and paddleboard, and enjoy drinks, fruit, chips, salsa, and guacamole. Crew members such as David, Al, Sosa, and Jorge keep the outing friendly and well organized.

“It’s was fun, small group (worth the price). Staff were friendly, attentive, and helpful. Great time. Snorkeling was the best. Clear water and tons of fish.”

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2.Snorkeling, Catamaran Cruise & Parasailing

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,094 reviews · from $149

Spend about 4.5 hours combining a double-decker catamaran, shallow-water snorkeling, a natural-pool stop, drinks, music, and parasailing from Cortesito Beach. Guides such as Derly, Deryl, Victor, and Kitson are often praised for keeping the day friendly and fun, though weather, waiting, and changing boat arrangements can affect the pace.

“Pickup and drop off were fine. That was it. Everything else was chaos. We started by getting thrown in this little dingy of a boat with 10-12 other people that brought us over to parasailing & we had to transfer from boat to boat. Once on the parasailing boat, the workers were rude and aggressive with putting the equipment on you. You were up parasailing for 2-5 mins and the rest of the time you were waiting for everyone else to go. After that was done, the dingy came back with 10-12 more people and we needed to swap places. Then we got back to the shore and got out…”

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3.Private Catamaran Snorkeling Family Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 320 reviews

Book a private catamaran from Punta Cana for about three hours of snorkeling, coastal cruising, music, drinks, fruit, and a natural-pool party. Your multilingual guide, bartender, and photographer keep the day moving. Hotel pickup, snorkeling gear, air-conditioned transport, and an open bar are included, but photos cost extra.

“We had the time of our lives. Amazing boatride. Had a blast with the crew. Will forsure book with them when we return to DR”

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4.Party Boat Catamaran with Snorkeling from Punta Cana

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 232 reviews · from $69Best value

Join a four-hour catamaran from Punta Cana for snorkeling, tropical fish, a natural ocean pool, music, dancing, snacks, and an open bar. Pickup is offered, groups can reach 60 people, and the lively party setting suits adults and celebrations better than quiet family outings.

“Fun experience. Really enjoyed snorkeling. The crew was fun and outgoing. Good music and drinks! Had a great time!”

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5.Catamaran Booze Cruise And Snorkeling Punta Cana – Adults Only

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 70 reviews · from $69

Spend about three hours aboard the Going Party Boat catamaran from Bávaro Beach. You’ll cruise Punta Cana’s coast, snorkel with provided gear, swim in a natural pool, enjoy fruit, nachos, rum, beer, music, and crew-led entertainment. Hotel pickup is available, and the boat holds up to 55 people.

“Great time with the crew! Highly Recommend if you are looking for a great time! No issues at all and pickup/Drop-off at resort.”

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