Catamaran Snorkeling Cruises in Punta Cana: Our Top 4

1.Small-Group Cruising and Snorkeling Catamaran Tour

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

Sail from Punta Cana with a maximum of 16 people, stopping at a natural reserve for snorkeling and a waist-deep sandbar for drinks. Your crew may include David, Sosa, Jorge, or Mike, with music, snacks, cocktails, paddleboards, a slide, and a high board included.

“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.Punta Cana Combo Tour: Snorkeling, Catamaran Cruise & Parasailing

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

You will combine reef snorkeling, a double-decker catamaran cruise, a natural-pool stop, drinks, snacks, and parasailing over Punta Cana. Guides such as Deryl and Victor are often praised for keeping the mood fun. Plan for possible waits, weather changes, and a longer day than the advertised four and a half hours.

“My friends and I had so much fun celebrating my birthday with this excursion!!! Even though we experienced seasickness, the crew took really great care of us and ensured we had a great time.”

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3.Private Catamaran Snorkeling Family Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 320 reviews · from $900 per boat (seats 10)

You’ll cruise Punta Cana’s Bávaro coast on a private catamaran with snorkeling gear, hotel pickup, an open bar, fruit, music, and a stop at a natural pool. A multilingual guide and photographer guide accompany your group, while Bachata and Merengue lessons keep the ride lively. Confirm capacity and photo costs before booking.

“Great experience, true VIP treatment from the crew! We had three tweens on board who lived their best life. Timeline was perfect as they were all asleep by the end. Photographer costs extra; accepts various forms of payment. We were luRead more”

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4.Catamaran Tour with Reef Snorkeling and Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 257 reviews · 3h 30m · from $74Best value

Spend about three hours aboard a spacious catamaran with Coastline Catamarans, snorkeling over a fish-filled reef, using the onboard slide, swimming in a natural pool, and stopping at a private beach. Guides such as Vanessa, Pablo, Jay, and Joel keep the mood lively, with snacks and an open bar throughout.

“Sexy boy, Enrique, Cecile, Plablo, were great !!!!!! Amazing trip, the drinks were really good , bartenders had a heavy pour for sure! But indeed Delicious! The snorkeling area was awesome, the fish are so friendly and there’s plenty to see! The sandwiches were yum yum, and the private beach was beautiful and peaceful! Highly recommend!”

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