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Catamaran Cruises in the Caribbean: The 15 Best Days on Deck

49 tours  ·  from $59 a head

A catamaran buys you shade, a flat deck and a ladder into the water. The 15 below compare the Saona runs, the Aruba afternoons and the Virgin Islands crossings on price, group size and whether lunch and drinks are genuinely included.

Punta Cana: Catamaran Boat to Saona Island with Buffet Lunch - The early pickup and road to Bayahibe
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Punta Cana: Catamaran Boat to Saona Island with Buffet Lunch

1.Catamaran Boat to Saona Island with Buffet Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 3,822 reviews · 8 hours · from $82Our pick

You’ll travel from Punta Cana to Saona Island with hotel pickup, a speedboat ride, a starfish pool stop, beach time, lunch, drinks, and a catamaran return. Guides such as Christian, Alex, Eduardo, and Juan keep the day moving. Expect beautiful water, lively music, and a long day that may run 12 hours.

“Alex our guide was so captivating and interesting to listen to and made the short journey feel even shorter. Our driver mickey was speedy, safe and reliable. Our pickups from the hotel were on time, easy there abd back and fast. The speed boat to the natural pool was beautiful and so fun. The whole day was timed to perfection and the value for money is insane for what you get!”

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Culebra Snorkeling Tour by Catamaran from Fajardo - Getting from San Juan to Puerto del Rey
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Culebra Snorkeling Tour by Catamaran from Fajardo

2.Culebra Snorkeling Tour by Catamaran from Fajardo

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,534 reviews · from $180

Cruise from Fajardo to Culebra aboard a high-speed catamaran with captains and crew such as Jose, Danny, Luis, and Cindy. Snorkel for about 90 minutes at Carlos Rosario or Luis Peña, eat lunch with drinks, then swim and sunbathe at Flamenco Beach or Culebrita. Hotel transport from San Juan costs extra.

“Great experience & great staff. I would recommend to upgrade the food choices like some seafood options.”

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Arusun Catamaran Sail with Snorkeling in Aruba - Meeting the Arusun at Palm Beach
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Arusun Catamaran Sail with Snorkeling in Aruba

3.Arusun Catamaran Sail with Snorkeling in Aruba

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,402 reviews · from $63Top rated

Spend 2.5 hours aboard the 65-foot Arusun from Palm Beach, with snorkeling at the Antilla Shipwreck and Catalina Bay. Captain Amanda, Ronnie, Rashim, or Gabriel may lead your trip. You get gear, snacks, and an open bar, but must reach the pier yourself and board the catamaran by zodiac.

“Had a wonderful experience. We were a small group which was nice. Captian Amanda and 1st mate Ronnie were great.”

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Small-Group Cruising and Snorkeling Catamaran Tour - Cruising along Punta Cana’s coast
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Small-Group Cruising and Snorkeling Catamaran Tour

4.Small-Group Cruising and Snorkeling Catamaran Tour

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

Set sail with Happy Fish Catamarans for a 3.5-hour Punta Cana outing capped at 16 people. You will snorkel in a natural reserve, swim at a shallow sandbar, use a paddleboard, and relax with drinks, fruit, chips, salsa, and guacamole. Crews such as David, Sosa, Jorge, and Anna are known for keeping the mood lively while helping nervous swimmers feel safe.

“Staff was very fun and friendly. The snorkeling was fun. The drinks were good, and the music was great! We really enjoyed the guacamole that was served. Overall, we enjoyed the excursion.”

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Dolphin Catamaran Snorkel and Sail with Open Bar - Sailing on The Dolphin
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Dolphin Catamaran Snorkel and Sail with Open Bar

5.Dolphin Catamaran Snorkel and Sail with Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,291 reviews · from $69

Spend three hours aboard The Dolphin catamaran from Noord, with snorkeling at the Antilla shipwreck and Boca Catalina Bay. You get fresh equipment, wraps, fruit, snacks, an open bar, music, and access to a spinning water slide and rope swing. Crew members such as Frederick, Oscar, Rio, Jay, and Brandon are often praised for friendly, attentive service.

“Best snorkeling/catamaran experience we’ve ever been on—and we’ve been on a lot. The vibe was low key and family friendly. Could have had maybe a tad more time at the shipwreck site (that’s where we saw a turtle), but the generous snorkeling time at the next site made up for it. We saw some corals doing a-okay and some unique reef fish. Ending the adventure with the rope swing was awesome! Highly recommend!”

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Icacos Deserted Island Catamaran, Snorkel, and Picnic Cruise - Icacos offers simple beach pleasure
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Icacos Deserted Island Catamaran, Snorkel, and Picnic Cruise

6.Icacos Deserted Island Catamaran, Snorkel, and Picnic Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,202 reviews · from $138

Sail from Fajardo to Icacos aboard the Barefoot IV Catamaran for beach time, snorkeling, swimming, lunch, and drinks. The 5.5-hour trip includes gear, a sandwich buffet, fruit, sodas, piña coladas, and rum punch. Crew members such as Captain Robert, Luis, Matthew, and Edgar are known for attentive service, though snorkeling conditions can change.

“Fun cruise and snorkel! Arrived on time (and appreciated all the automated reminders too). You take your shoes off for the cruise, so do t wear your fanciest shoes. We sat up top on the way out to Icacos. They had the main sail up but mostRead more”

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Barbados Catamaran Turtle and Shipwreck Snorkeling Cruise - The first 45-minute stop, searching for turtles
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Barbados Catamaran Turtle and Shipwreck Snorkeling Cruise

7.Barbados Catamaran Turtle and Shipwreck Snorkeling Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,175 reviews · from $85

Spend three or five hours aboard El Tigre, a 60-foot Barbados catamaran limited to 36 people. Snorkel with turtles, explore a fish-filled shipwreck, and enjoy drinks, breakfast, and lunch on the longer trip. Crew members such as Glen and Wayne are especially helpful with nervous swimmers.

“Fantastic experience. The crew were friendly and welcoming. They really made the tour memorable. The lunch was delicious. We saw turtles, a string ray, many fish, and a number of shipwrecks. It was a exactly what we hoped it would be.”

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Turtle Cove Catamaran Snorkel and Sail at Little Buck Island STT - Getting to Frenchman’s Cove takes planning
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Turtle Cove Catamaran Snorkel and Sail at Little Buck Island STT

8.Turtle Cove Catamaran Snorkel and Sail at Little Buck Island STT

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,100 reviews · from $119

Join The VI Cat at Marriott Frenchman’s Cove for a three-hour afternoon sail to Turtle Cove at Little Buck Island. Snorkel with green sea turtles, coral, and tropical fish, or stay aboard and swim. Captain Serena, Captain Dave, and crew members such as Isaac, Sam, and Nick are known for friendly service and clear safety guidance.

“Great experience. Very accommodating. Ive been on tours that say they include snacks and drinks but do not. This one really does. The guides were friendly abd helpful, the captain was very skilled. All of them were knowledgeable. You may want to bring a towel. Also, you cannot wear shoes on the deck. My onky regret was not bringing my snorkel and mask from home. We saw about 15 sea turtles, Sgt majors, parroting, blowfish, a school of ballyhoo, sea urchins and more. Well worth the price.”

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The Best Catamaran Day Sail in St Maarten - Sailing past St. Maarten’s two coasts
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The Best Catamaran Day Sail in St Maarten

9.The Best Catamaran Day Sail in St Maarten

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,552 reviews · from $139

Join Captain Scott, Anna, Jackie, and canine first mate Queenie aboard Random Wind for a relaxed five-hour sail from Simpson Bay. You’ll visit Mullet Bay and Little Bay, snorkel, paddleboard, swim, swing into the sea, and enjoy grilled chicken, Caribbean rice, salad, baguette, snacks, and an open bar.

“Best Experience on the Island. Great Staff. Very Professional. Very clean and well kept vessel. Random Wind is a beautiful ship. Waters were beautiful. The food was great. The drinks were great. The Tarzan swing was amazing. Wasn't crowded like so many other boats offering the same. Saw a plane landing while we were sailing past Maho, amazing experience. Snorkeling at Little Bay was a blast. Tarzan Swing at Simpson Bay was incredible. Would recommend as a must for all visitors. Laid Back and Fun. S2S Reviews”

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Icacos Island Catamaran Day Sail from Fajardo - Snorkeling, floating, and beach time
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Icacos Island Catamaran Day Sail from Fajardo

10.Icacos Island Catamaran Day Sail from Fajardo

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,483 reviews · from $140

Sail from Fajardo to Cayo Icacos or Palominitos aboard a catamaran with East Island Excursions. You get snorkeling gear, floating belts, a deli lunch, rum drinks, and time for swimming and beachcombing. Crew members such as Captains Jose and Carlos are known for attentive service, while weather may change the island stop.

“We had a great time on this boat. The crew was absolutely fantastic! Safety and having fun was their priority. I highly recommend this excursion! I plan on another one when I return to Puerto Rico! Have fun!”

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4-Hour Catamaran Sail and Snorkel Tour from Grace Bay - Snorkeling the reef in warm turquoise water
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4-Hour Catamaran Sail and Snorkel Tour from Grace Bay

11.4-Hour Catamaran Sail and Snorkel Tour from Grace Bay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,465 reviews · from $145

Spend four hours aboard a 48-foot catamaran from Grace Bay, with reef snorkeling, a weather-chosen stop at Half Moon Bay or Little Water Cay, lunch, drinks, and beach pickup. Crew members such as Captain Mike, Ross, Reggie, Jay, Willie, and Tye are known for helping beginners and keeping the trip lively.

“We brought 5, 8, 11, and 15 year olds, all ages gave it a 10/10. The 5 year old was a little young for the snorkel but enjoyed watching the others. Reggie and team were fantastic! The food and bev were enjoyed by all. Highly recommend this crew!”

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Barbados Catamaran Turtle Snorkel with Lunch and Open Bar - Shipwrecks, fish, and time in the water
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Barbados Catamaran Turtle Snorkel with Lunch and Open Bar

12.Barbados Catamaran Turtle Snorkel with Lunch and Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,396 reviews · from $110

Spend about five hours aboard a small-group Barbados catamaran, snorkeling in Carlisle Bay with turtles, fish, stingrays, and possible shipwrecks. Your crew supplies masks, fins, noodles, lunch, snacks, and an open bar. Hotel pickup is offered, and the boat carries no more than 26 people.

“Fantastic excursion worth every penny. Staff and crew were lovely. Food and catamaran excellent great snorkelling would highly recommend this trip. Will definitely book with this company again”

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Punta Cana Combo Tour: Snorkeling, Catamaran Cruise & Parasailing - Parasailing over the Cortesito coast
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Punta Cana Combo Tour: Snorkeling, Catamaran Cruise & Parasailing

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

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

Spend about four and a half hours combining a double-decker catamaran cruise, reef snorkeling, a natural-pool stop, drinks, snacks, and parasailing near Cortesito Beach. Guides such as Derly, Deryl, Darly, Victor, and Kitson are praised for keeping groups involved. Expect shared transport, possible waits, and weather-dependent flights.

“I had an absolutely amazing experience on this ocean excursion in the Dominican Republic, and it was truly one of the highlights of my trip. From the moment we stepped onto the yacht, everything was well organized, comfortable, and enjoRead more”

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5-Hour Small-Group Catamaran Cruise from Bridgetown with Lunch - A small boat makes the service more personal
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5-Hour Small-Group Catamaran Cruise from Bridgetown with Lunch

14.5-Hour Small-Group Catamaran Cruise from Bridgetown with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 909 reviews · from $175

Sail Barbados with Calabaza Sailing Cruises on a five-hour catamaran trip limited to about 12 to 14 people. Captain Chad, Captain Ben, and crew members such as Peter may lead the day, which includes turtle snorkeling, a reef or shipwreck stop, meals, drinks, and hotel transport.

“We have just had the most perfect day with the amazing Calabaza crew! The time went so quickly and we had a wonderful time from beginning to end. The crew are fabulous, food was great and we had plenty of opportunity to swim/snorkel in the sea. The absolute highlight was swimming with the sea turtles but the whole day was excellent. We have been on many catamaran trips across the Caribbean and this one was by far the best. Book it and have a really memorable day!”

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5 Hour Luxury Catamaran Day Sail in Sint Maarten on The Phoenix - Mullet Bay gives you the longest swim
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5 Hour Luxury Catamaran Day Sail in Sint Maarten on The Phoenix

15.5 Hour Luxury Catamaran Day Sail in Sint Maarten on The Phoenix

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 904 reviews · from $139

Spend five hours aboard The Phoenix with Captain Benji and crew, sailing from Bobby’s Marina to Little Bay, Maho Beach, and Mullet Bay. Snorkel with supplied gear, use paddleboards and a floating mat, enjoy cooked lunch and unlimited drinks, then watch aircraft pass over Maho Beach.

“The best experience we had during our stay in St. Maarten, our Captain and Crew were the best, they took amazing care of us! Drinks and Lunch were the perfect treat, wish it was longer we loved it!!”

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50' Luxury Yacht. Private Full or Half Day Catamaran Snorkel, & Beach Experience - Life aboard SY Sirena
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50′ Luxury Yacht. Private Full or Half Day Catamaran Snorkel, & Beach Experience

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