Saona Island VIP: 3 Beaches

Overview

Saona was chosen as a filming location for Pirates of the Caribbean — and once you see it, you’ll understand why. This VIP version visits three beaches instead of one, spending about 1 hour and 30 minutes at each, with plenty of time to swim, take photos and relax with no rush.

You’ll stop at Flamingo Beach, have a buffet lunch in the fishing village of Mano Juan, look for sea turtles at the protected sanctuary, cross the Catuano Channel and the mangroves, and swim next to starfish in the natural pools. If there is sargassum or bad weather, that stop moves to Playa Abanico so you always get the best possible day.

Highlights

• Three different beaches, about 1 h 30 min at each
• Buffet lunch facing the sea in Mano Juan
• Natural pools with starfish
• Open bar with Brugal and Barceló rum

What you’ll visit

1. 1Flamingo BeachOne of the most beautiful beaches on Saona.
2. 2Mano Juan fishing villageWhere the buffet lunch is served.
3. 3Sea turtle sanctuaryYou may see turtles if they are in the protected area that day. It is a sanctuary, not an aquarium, so sightings are not guaranteed.
4. 4Playa del Canto
5. 5Catuano ChannelPanoramic views.
6. 6Protected mangroves
7. 7Natural poolsSwim next to the starfish and watch them — touching them is not allowed.

Schedule

1. Pickup in Punta Canafrom 6:00 a.m.
2. Pickup in Bayahibefrom 8:00 a.m.
3. Exact pickup timeconfirmed the day before, 6:00–7:00 p.m.
4. Tour starts9:30–10:00 a.m.
5. Back in Bayahibe5:00–6:00 p.m.
6. Back at your hotel6:00–7:00 p.m.

Optional extras (additional cost)

• Lobster & champagne with your lunch+$54 per adult · +$40 per child. Must be requested in advance.
• Presidente beer packsAsk us for prices.
• Transport from Santo DomingoAdditional cost.

Good to know

Duration

Full day · 6:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Days

Monday to Saturday

Children & babies

Children (3–10): $45 · Babies (0–2) go free

Location

Isla Saona

Hotel pickup

Punta Cana, Bávaro, Cap Cana & Uvero Alto

What to bring

Swimwear, towel, reef-safe sunscreen, sunglasses, cash for tips and photos.

Cancellation

Cancel before 5:00 p.m. the day before for a 75% refund (25% is non-refundable). Cancellation & refund policy

Policies for this tour

Bookings

At least 1 day in advance. Same-day bookings are not possible.

Confirmation

Required the day before, before 5:00 p.m. If you don’t confirm, you can’t join.

Rescheduling

Only until 5:00 p.m. the day before.

Cancellations

Before 5:00 p.m. the day before: 75% refund (25% is non-refundable).

No-show

No refund if you don’t show up or don’t let us know in time (applies to full and partial absences).

Payment

Minimum 25% deposit to book.

Restrictions

• Not suitable for pregnant women.
• Not suitable for people with severe back, hip or knee pain.
• Not suitable for wheelchair users.
• Small bags only — no luggage (the crew may refuse boarding if you bring suitcases).
• Don’t leave belongings on the boat or bus; the company is not responsible for loss or damage.