Small Group: Saona Island Full Day Tour
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Based on 1,524 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Small Group: Saona Island Full Day Tour worth booking?
Small Group: Saona Island Full Day Tour is a 9-hour experience in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, from $165 per person. It scores 92 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “90+ Club”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 1,524 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing. It sits in the Outty 90+ Club, the top tier of everything we rank.
- Outty Ranking
- 92 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (1,524)
- Duration
- 9 hours
- From
- $165 per person
This unique experience to Saona Island offering for small groups of 14 pax. Limited 2 Groups. We will visit places not visited by the masses, we will go by Speedboat to the town of Mano Juan, the only places inside the S
What you get
About this experience
This unique experience to Saona Island offering for small groups of 14 pax. Limited 2 Groups. We will visit places not visited by the masses, we will go by Speedboat to the town of Mano Juan, the only places inside the Saona island with a local community. Here we will know a community leader who run the turtle conservation area, we will have the time for learn about Turtle and how important they are for the planet. In Mano Juan, we will serve you a breakfast: sandwiches cheese tomatoes & turkey ham. After Mano Juan Beach, We will be visiting Abanico Beach the most beautiful and famous white sands beaches, perfect beach for jump in the water and enjoy the Caribbean Sea of Dominican Republic. Beach chairs and open bar. In Abanico Beach we will enjoy a private self service Buffet Lunch with Dominican Food. After lunch, we will go to see the Mangrove and explain their roll. After, we go to Palmilla Beach, snorkeling to See Star Fish. Ending at Bayahibe Reef doing Snorkeling for see fish.
What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 1,524 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
8 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
5 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
The guide
4 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Value for money
4 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Small groups
4 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Photo opportunities
3 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Traveler reviews
1,524 verified traveler reviews for Small Group: Saona Island Full Day Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Great trip and we'll woth the money.
Great excursion. Guide was fantastic Great beach location.small group is the way to go. Well worth the money. Stopped for breakfast at turtle exploratory and saw how the help hatch the turtles and protect them from their predators. Saw mango trees in the water and large turtles. Stopped at Sandbar and saw two starfish. They only reason I didnt rate it a 5 was the van used needed to upgraded
via Viator
Must book this excursion!
This excursion was amazing! The Pick Up was punctual and on time. Melvin, our tour guide was very knowledgeable about the history of the the island of DR as well as the Sonoma island. From light breakfast while visiting the turtle sanctuary to an authentic buffet lunch and private beach chairs and free time at Abanico Beach, then watching the sea turtles in the mangrove, to swimming with starfish on the sandbar and finally snorkeling at the reef, Melvin and his crew were very warm, welcoming, genuine, and cared about showing us a great time. No up selling, he even took group photos and sent them to us at no additional cost. Would highly recommend this excursion.
via Tripadvisor
Best DR excursion
Will recommend to all who vacation in the DR. The street was very knowledgeable about where to go and the timing of the itenerary ran like clockwork
via Viator
Amazing amazing amazing
This trip is 100% worth the money!! We got picked up at 6:25 from our hotel, seems early but you will understand why. We got the bus straight from our hotel to the port, stopped for coffee on the way and got on the boat when we got there. The speed boat took us to the small beach where the turtle hatchlings were, amazing experience and because we went so early, no one else was there! We were given breakfast there, sandwiches and pineapple with a choice of fizzy drinks, juice or water. We then got back on the boat to go to the main beach, we had an area with sunbeds reserved, and got given 1.5 hours to chill, swim and take pics. I’d like to add Melvin who was our tour guide used his own money to buy us all a bottle of either local coconut oil or hunny, he was truly amazing and so reassuring about every part of the trip. The locals come round and offer coconuts, hair plaiting and massage, just said no thanks and they don’t bother you again. Drinks were offered all day, rum, beer and soft drinks - we were also able to help ourselves but there was not half an hour that went by where we were not offered drinks. Then lunch, meat, pasta, rice, salad and fruit, again with alcohol or soft drinks. We then jumped back on the boat just as the beach began to get very busy. We were taken to see the turtles where the lads on the boat stood up and pointed them out to us so we could take pics, they then took us to swim with the starfish, the tour guide explained everything to us, how to hold them etc and then took pics of us with them which he then sent at the end. Snorkles were provided as well as rum punch while swimming in the Caribbean waters! Finally, we were taken to the reef where we were once again able to get off the boat and snorkel and see all the fish and starfish. Then, back on the boat where Melvin took us to the toilet when we got back to the port and the buses were already waiting. Everything about this trip was paradise, it was made easy, relaxing and informative. Every single staff member was fantastic, the 2 lads driving the boat and handing out drinks etc, the bus driver and Melvin. Book with this company, you will not regret it.
via Tripadvisor
Book this trip 🌞
Wow, absolutely amazing trip. The crew work so hard. You learn a lot about the turtle rescue and the local history. This is definitely the trip to do, a small group. You get up early to get to the island before all the big boats. We had a great time 👍🏼 Highly recommend
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Good to know
- Duration
- 9 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Booked in 30 days
- 533
- Verdict
- 90+ Club
Why this scores 92
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Small Group: Saona Island Full Day Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Punta Cana.
How much does Small Group: Saona Island Full Day Tour cost?
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Prices start at $165 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 Small Group: Saona Island Full Day Tour take?
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Plan for about 9 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 Small Group: Saona Island Full Day Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 92 out of 100, which we label "90+ Club". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 1,524 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Punta Cana, and how flexible the cancellation terms are. Scoring 90 or above puts it in the Outty 90+ Club, the top tier of everything we rank.
Can I cancel or reschedule Small Group: Saona Island Full Day Tour?
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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 Small Group: Saona Island Full Day Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 9-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Small Group: Saona Island Full Day Tour?
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Around 533 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 9-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Small Group: Saona Island Full Day Tour 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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