15 Dominican Republic Speedboat Tours to Build a Day Around

1.Speed Boat and Snorkeling in Punta Cana Bavaro

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 337 reviews · from $70Our pick

Review of Punta Cana’s private speedboat and snorkeling trip, with Bavaro Reef, natural pool, sandbar, guide tips, costs, and drawbacks.

“This was a great trip. Frenchie was an excellent guide. I was taken aback by the small boat initially but everything worked out like it was supposed to! I booked at the last minute and they were very accommodating and kept in constant communication with us. If you’re looking for a private, intimate tour, this is for you!”

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2.Saona Island: Catamaran/Speedboat Tour to a Dream Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 315 reviews · 7 - 10 hours · from $89

Saona Island tour from Bayahibe with catamaran, speedboat, beach lunch, open bar, and a natural pool stop. Practical advice on value and timing.

“The activity was amazing - the island is like a paradise; an absolute must see. Want to also mention that our guide Christian, drivers Manual and Osiris, as well as the organiser Victoria were exceptional and very attentive. A must must must do activity in the Dominican Republic.”

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3.Saona Island Excursion by Catamaran and Speedboat

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 197 reviews · from $95

Spend a full day from Punta Cana at Saona Island with boat rides, a natural pool, barbecue lunch, drinks, and hotel transfers.

“The island was great and we enjoyed our trip there on the speed boat. The natural pool was amazing! We wished we had been able to spend more time on the island, but having to take a catamaran back cut down on that time. The catamaran back was a bit full making it a uncomfortable 2.5 hours back.”

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4.Perfect Day at Saona Island by Speedboat – Completely Private

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 64 reviews · from $450

Spend a private day from Punta Cana at Saona Island, with a speedboat, natural pool, snorkeling, starfish, turtles, lunch, and beach time.

“Wasn’t quite the private experience advertised. We picked up a family and while we each had our own boat it felt like we were on a tour w them all day. We also stopped to pick up the snacks and drinks for the boat which felt strange and prolRead more”

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5.Speed Boat in Punta Cana

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 47 reviews

Take control of a Punta Cana speedboat, snorkel a coral reef, and relax in a natural pool, with transfers and gear included.

“It was a great time, loved the snorkeling out by the reef. Not a lot of plants but tons of fish of all sizes and colors followed me as I swam. The guide gives you full control of the boat so long as you go in the direction he ask.”

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6.Speedboat & Snorkeling from Punta Cana

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 35 reviews

Punta Cana speedboat and snorkeling tour with hotel pickup, reef viewing, a natural pool stop, refreshments, and a guide-led ride.

“We had a blast! They picked us up and took us back from our stay and zipped us to catch out boat. The kids (teens 15-19) we able to swim safely and see colorful fish.”

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7.Saona Island Tour All Inclusive Speedboat and Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 33 reviews · 10 hours - 630 minutes · from $70

Saona Island from Punta Cana by speedboat and catamaran, with a natural pool, lunch, drinks, hotel pickup, and beach time.

“Massentourismus pur. Das Wasser ist über die Jahre durch den Massentourismus ki plett zerstört. Überall im Wasser liegen Knochenreste vom essen und das Wasser ist aufgrund 100 er Bote aufgewirbelt. Man erkennt überhaupt nichts einfach nur Müll. Bist 3 h unterwegs weil der Bus diverse andere Touristen von hotels einsammeln, voll mit Urlaubern aus frn Nachbarländern (Kolumbien, Kuba etc.). nicht zu empfehlen!!”

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8.Speedboat Adventure in Punta Cana

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 28 reviews · from $90

Punta Cana speedboat tour with snorkeling, a natural pool, hotel transfers, and hands-on boat driving for up to 15 people.

“Not as advertised! Nothing like the picture and very sketchy! Not at all like previous tours we have booked through viator”

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9.Saona Vip speedboat

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 21 reviews · from $130

Review of Saona VIP speedboat tour: remote beaches, snorkeling, Mano Juan, turtle sanctuary, lunch, price, timing, and key drawbacks.

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10.Speed Boat Adventure In Punta Cana

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 17 reviews · from $75

Take your own speedboat along Punta Cana’s coast, then snorkel among tropical fish and coral at Playa Los Corales.

“I was given the wrong meeting address. I tried contacting the tour guide several times via texting and calls he never once answered any of my calls or messages. We missed the time and at the end I had to contact Viator customer support to request a refund.”

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11.Saona Island Catamaran and Speedboat …

★★★★★★★★★★3.7 · 16 reviews · 10 hours · from $57Best value

Review of the Saona Island catamaran and speedboat tour from Punta Cana, with beach lunch, natural pool, transport tips, and honest value advice.

“tardamos 6horas desde el hotel hasta llegar a saona. Demasiado tiempo.Hay que esperar mucho en el traslado,en el puerto,en el catamarán”

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12.Speed Boat Ride and Snorkel Experience in Punta Cana

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 16 reviews · from $58

Punta Cana speedboat and snorkel review covering the ride, natural pool, guides, price, transport, safety, and what to expect.

“The guide didn't speak English. He offered for my boyfriend to drive the boat but not me. When we stopped off he went off drinking and dancing with his friend and ignored us when we called him to return. It was torrential rain and we were frRead more”

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13.Speed Boat and Snorkeling Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 15 reviews · 1h 30m · from $70

Ride a two-person speedboat off Bávaro, stop in a calm natural pool, and snorkel Punta Cana’s coral reef for $70.

“This was the best activity ever! Thank you to Yon who is supper amazing and nice. Had the best time girly holiday you won’t regret this!”

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14.Private Speed Boat Experience with Snorkeling in Punta Cana

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 14 reviews · from $84

Race across Punta Cana waters, snorkel a coral reef, and steer your own boat to Bávaro’s natural pool on this private 2.5-hour tour.

“We had so much fun! Our tour guide was so nice and helpful as well. Great value! Swimming with the fish was amazing”

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15.Saona island – Private Tour with a Luxury Speed Boat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews

Private Saona Island cruise from Bayahibe with snorkeling, Palmilla pools, drinks, snacks, and a luxury speed boat for six.

“Our day in Isla Saona was nothing short of magical, thanks to an incredible crew that treated us like family from start to finish. Joy made everything effortless, from arranging hotel pickup to ensuring every detail was perfect. Captain Omar led Read more”

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