Saona by private speedboat

About this experience

The price is per group of up to two, not per person, and it covers the boat, the crew, a private open bar, a Dominican lunch, tips and professional photos. A transfer collects you in Punta Cana or Bayahibe for about 65 minutes of road, and then the speedboat is yours.

The listed itinerary starts at Playa Palmilla near the natural pool for about 40 minutes, then Mano Juan for lunch and a look around the village (70 minutes), then Canto de la Playa (50 minutes), and Palmilla again before heading back. The description adds Playa Toro, also called Flamingo Beach, with a flamingo lagoon you can explore if you wish, and an optional visit to the turtle sanctuary in season.

Those two lists do not match exactly, and with a private boat the order is flexible anyway. Write to the operator after booking and agree the route you want. For a family of three or more, ask the price first: the listing shows only the rate for two. Reviewers single out the timing and the crew.

• A speedboat, crew and guide just for you
• The natural pool as the first stop
• Lunch in Mano Juan village
• Canto de la Playa and Playa Toro
• Private open bar, tips and professional photos included

How the day runs

1. MorningPrivate pickup

   About 65 minutes by road from Punta Cana, less from Bayahibe.

2. About 40 minPlaya Palmilla and the natural pool

   First stop of the day, at your own pace.

3. About 70 minLunch in Mano Juan

   A Dominican lunch and time in the village. The turtle sanctuary is optional, in season.

4. About 50 minCanto de la Playa

   A quieter beach on the east side of the island.

5. About 40 minPalmilla again

   A last swim before the boat heads back.

6. About 65 minDrive home

   Drop-off in Punta Cana or Bayahibe.

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Tips before you book

• Agree the route in writing after booking. The listing's stops and description differ.
• Ask for the natural pool first thing, before the group boats arrive.
• Turtle season matters: ask whether the sanctuary visit is possible on your date.
• Bring swimwear, a camera and sunscreen, as the listing asks.

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