Excursion to Catalina Island and Snorkeling from Punta Cana
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3.6/5
Based on 23 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Excursion to Catalina Island and Snorkeling from Punta Cana worth booking?
Excursion to Catalina Island and Snorkeling from Punta Cana is a 8-hour experience in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, from $59 per person. It scores 51 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3.6/5 rating across 23 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 51 / 100
- Rating
- 3.6/5 (23)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $59 per person
Experience an unforgettable adventure on a snorkeling tour with lunch and guide. Relax with access to an open bar and arrive to equipment ready and waiting for you to use. Start your trip with a refreshing tropical drin
What you get
About this experience
Experience an unforgettable adventure on a snorkeling tour with lunch and guide. Relax with access to an open bar and arrive to equipment ready and waiting for you to use. Start your trip with a refreshing tropical drink while boarding the "Paradise" ship. Our team will provide you with health and safety procedures and a snorkel briefing to ensure your safety while snorkeling on Catalina Island. Snorkel at "The Wall", a snorkeling site for beginners and experts alike. Life jackets are available for those who need them. Explore the crystal-clear turquoise waters, witness the incredible underwater ecosystem, and keep an eye out for sea creatures like octopuses, lionfish, and seahorses.
What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 23 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
3 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Food and drink
2 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
23 verified traveler reviews for Excursion to Catalina Island and Snorkeling from Punta Cana. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Other than that we didn’t have a a lot of time to snorkel they ran out of equipment so some of us had to wait to go in.
This was unorganized and no one told us what we were doing we don’t speak Spanish so that made it extremely difficult The guys on the boat weren’t very friendly except one who seemed to make sure things happened he was funny and very helpful
via Tripadvisor
Incredible Snorkeling Experience!
This was an unforgettable excursion! Catalina Island is absolutely beautiful, and the snorkeling experience was amazing with crystal-clear water and colorful marine life. The guides were friendly, professional, and made sure everyone felt safe and comfortable. Everything was well organized, from pickup to return. The beach time was relaxing, and the overall atmosphere was perfect. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Punta Cana! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
via Tripadvisor
Not good...at all. Kay G Travel and the tour itself was awful and a waste of vacation time and money.
Tour started/pick up at our hotel at 7:50. Drive to another location, wait 30 minutes for pickup by another van. Waited on dock and then in the overloaded boat until past 10:40 waiting for 4 more people to arrive. We were snorkelers, however they put us and several others on a boat serving mostly divers so no room on the boat and extremely overcrowded with diving gear and too many people. By the time we left dock, the waves picked up resulting in someone up top vomiting over the edge onto several unlucky people below. Snorkeling was truly sad as the reefs where they took us for the good diving was mostly dead and they had to throw bread just to get some fish to show up. The "lovely" beach area they took us to had a beautiful dock but they did not use it so those not diving had to wait for little boats to pick us up along with all the other boats out there. They forgot about 10 people on the boat so they were out there waiting at least 30 minutes longer until they could get someone on the phone to send someone out. The beach was packed with side by side "lunch and lounge chairs" businesses and no available lounge chairs except for some old broken ones because our boat was so late getting out there. They said there was snorkeling off the beach which was absolutely untrue; there was literally NOTHING to be seen. When we need to leave the beach it was the little boats again and the different boat captains were battling over who would get their people taken first. They kept yelling us to get onto the boats, but then then the other guy blocked us and pushed his people on, all the while the engine rudder was being pushed into us all by the waves. When we finally to the big boat, the waves kept pushing the little one up against it and they kept yelling "hands in the boat" so people didn't get their hands bashed between. They were grabbing people by the arms and throwing them up onto the deck. This company must not be liked by the little boat operators because every single big boat was gone by the time we were all on. To make things, worse, the entire crew started drinking on the way back and shouting "obscenities" at each other in Spanish. As a Spanish speaker, I didn't appreciate it nor did the parents of young ones. And the agency that booked us, KayG Travel Punta Cana, did not respond to any of our texts while we were waiting on the dock. Somewhere along the trip they texted us back "have a nice trip!" The trip was a complete disaster, unsafe and absolutely would not recommend it.
via Tripadvisor
The worst!
You should absolutely stay away from this trip unless you like being stuck on a bus for four hours to spend 15 minutes snorkeling in a real blah area and be stuck on a beach with blasting music in your ear for three hours before being able to escape This was probably the worst excursion I’ve ever been on!
via Viator
They made mistakes so they offer a free trip
I booked a trip to Catalina island with KayG Travel Punta Cana, they made a mistake and put us in the wrong trip to Soana Island. I contacted them back and they were generous enough to make up a tour back for us to Catalina island for free. This tells us that they try to do it right when they made mistakes and show us 100% commitment to customer satisfaction. I totally recommend this company
Response from the operator: Thank you for choosing us. we works to provide to our guest the best experience ever. we are at your services!!
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Booked in 30 days
- 8
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 51
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Excursion to Catalina Island and Snorkeling from Punta Cana: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Punta Cana.
How much does Excursion to Catalina Island and Snorkeling from Punta Cana cost?
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Prices start at $59 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Punta Cana usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Excursion to Catalina Island and Snorkeling from Punta Cana take?
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Plan for about 8 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Punta Cana is not rushed.
Is Excursion to Catalina Island and Snorkeling from Punta Cana worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 51 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.6/5 across 23 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Punta Cana, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Excursion to Catalina Island and Snorkeling from Punta Cana?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Excursion to Catalina Island and Snorkeling from Punta Cana suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Excursion to Catalina Island and Snorkeling from Punta Cana?
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Around 8 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Punta Cana can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Punta Cana and add a light layer if any part of the 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Excursion to Catalina Island and Snorkeling from Punta Cana start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Punta Cana within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Punta Cana?
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On Outty we rank every Punta Cana experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Punta Cana Zipline - 8 lines and a suspenseful hanging bridge, Punta Cana Buggy or ATV Tour with Macao Beach, Cave and Tastings, Buggy Excursion to Macau Beach and Natural Cave. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Punta Cana?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Punta Cana?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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