The 15 Best Tours & Day Trips in La Romana

1.Saona Island small group and relax – luxury catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 605 reviews · from $139Our pick

Sail from Bayahibe aboard the 75-foot Quetzal catamaran with a group capped at 30. Snorkel at Catuano, relax on Saona Island, enjoy lunch and an open bar, then visit Las Palmillas natural pool and its starfish. Guides such as Charlotte, Lola, Enrique, and Bernard add friendly commentary, while hotel pickup is included only from Bayahibe properties.

“We have been on many island cruises and catamaran’s. This was by far the best we’ve ever done! The crew was very gracious and elegant attentive could not say anything better about the Staff or the experience!”

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2.ATV Buggy Adventure through Jungle & Caves

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 261 reviews · 4 hours · from $57

Take a four-hour private buggy trip from Bayahibe or La Romana through muddy trails, villages, sugar cane fields, and river country. You may stop at a natural cave, Virgin Beach, and the Chavón River, with local guides such as Luigi or Anderson leading the way. Expect water, mud, swimming, drinks, and optional photos.

“Funniest excursion ever! Prepare to get dirty!!! Guides are prepared, careful and they speak several languages, the drive is always safe and yes, DIRTY AF!!! (A waterproof bag is suggested). Widely recommended”

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3.Bayahibe Tour Buggy Adventure In Rivers, Caves And Beaches

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 253 reviews · from $50

You’ll ride a single or double ATV through countryside and muddy mountain roads, stop at Macao Beach, sample coffee, chocolate, and vanilla at a local home, then swim in a freshwater cave pool. Pickup is offered, and guides such as Carlos have earned praise for safety and friendly service. Some departures may also include a very short horse ride.

“We really enjoyed this excursion, so much that we are coming back to Punta Cana this week and was looking to book again. However we can't find it to book....”

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4.National Park Jungle Walk & Snorkeling in Cenotes

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 171 reviews · 3 hours · from $55

Travel from Bayahibe into Cotubanama National Park for a short jungle walk and a guided snorkel in Chicho Cave. Gaëlle and Julien lead the small group, provide torches, and explain the cave and local nature. Expect a hot trail, a refreshing 25°C spring pool, dramatic rock formations, hotel pickup, and a light aperitif afterward.

“activity was great, guide was amazing definitely recommend 10/10, friendly guides from Switzerland.”

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5.Catalina Island – Snorkeling tour on a luxury catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 151 reviews · from $129

Spend about eight hours aboard the Quetzal catamaran from La Romana or Bayahibe, snorkeling at Catalina’s Wall and Aquarium, eating lunch onboard, and relaxing on the beach. The crew includes multilingual guides such as Lolo, and the small-group setting usually gives you more room than crowded day boats. Pickup, gear, snacks, drinks, and commentary are included.

“Amazing experience! The best crew and tour guide to show you how to do the beautiful island life of the DR”

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6.From Punta Cana or Bayahibe: Catalina Island with Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★3.7 · 144 reviews · 10 hours · from $58

You travel from Bávaro or Los Melones to La Romana, then by catamaran to Catalina Island for a one-hour snorkel, Dominican barbecue lunch, open bar, and beach time. The private activity includes English or Spanish service, hotel pickup, and marine transport, though pickup communication and beach seating need careful attention.

“- notre hôtel n'étant pas dans la zone de prise en charge, nous avons dû nous débrouiller par nous même pour nous rendre dans le lieu. (Limite harceler le responsable pour avoir la zone de rdv!!!!) - Le personnel pensant qu'on ne parler pas créoles (erreur) ce sont permis des commentaires désobligeants - confiner dans 20m de transat pendant 2h - 0 découverte de l'île, rien - un aller retour en bateau pour rester couché sur un transat 2h (pour ceux qui on eu la chance d'en avoir) Inconcevable”

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7.Saona island – Small group tour – Luxury catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 139 reviews · 10 hours · from $169

Spend 10 hours sailing from Bayahibe toward Saona Island aboard the Quetzal, with snorkeling at Catuano, a 90-minute beach stop, lunch and drinks onboard, and a quiet swim at Las Palmillas natural pool. Guides such as Angel and Charlotte help keep the day friendly and well organized. Pickup from Bayahibe and Dominicus is included.

“Great food, the guide and boat staff were fantastic, highly recommended. I loved seeing stingray and starfish in the natural pools. I could do without the vendors on the beach, they are so aggressive and don't take no for an answer. Absolutely not this tour groups issue, that happens every time. The island is beautiful and this is my favorite excursion here.”

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8.Half Day Monkeyland Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 134 reviews · 5h 30m · from $95

Travel from Bayahibe by open-air safari truck to a country home, botanical garden, coffee stop, and Monkeyland. You get about 45 minutes near squirrel monkeys, with English, French, or Spanish guides. Chilet has been praised for his lively guiding, but pickup times and vehicle type can vary.

“Escursione perfetta, pulmino in orario, personale gentile e professionale. Da rifare”

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9.Santo Domingo: Saona Island VIP Catamaran Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 116 reviews · 7 - 12 hours · from $5Best value

You’ll travel from Punta Cana or Santo Domingo to Bayahibe, then sail by catamaran or speedboat to Saona Island. Expect a starfish stop at Laguna Azul, a swim in the Bayahibe Spring, nearly three hours on the island, a Creole buffet, and music with an open bar on the way back. Guides speak English, Italian, and Spanish.

“Excelente tour a Isla Saona. La organización fue clara, el personal siempre atento y el ambiente muy agradable. Disfrutamos mucho la música, la playa y el almuerzo típico.”

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10.Catamaran Tour to Saona Island with Open Bar and Buffet

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 111 reviews · 9 hours · from $81

You’ll leave Punta Cana for Bayahibe, cruise by catamaran or, if sea conditions require it, speedboat, and stop at a shallow natural pool before reaching Saona Island. Expect three hours for swimming and beach time, a Dominican buffet, beer, soft drinks, music, and a guide in English or Spanish. Guide Alex has received especially warm praise.

“Nice mix of activities and downtime. Would recommend it.”

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11.Saona Island Tour with Lunch and Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 111 reviews · from $57

Travel from your Punta Cana, Cap Cana, Bávaro, Uvero Alto, or La Romana hotel to Bayahíbe, then by boat to Saona Island. Stop at a shallow natural pool, enjoy about 2 hours 45 minutes on the island, and eat a buffet lunch. Guides such as José and photographers including Chocolate and Snoop Dog may be part of the day.

“We had a great time. They were responsible, respectful and happy people is what you find in D.R. We recommend the tour. The island was beautiful, beautiful, beautiful.”

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12.Saona Island Excursion from Bayahibe

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 103 reviews · from $69

From Bayahibe, you ride a speedboat or catamaran to Saona Island, spend time on a palm-fringed beach, eat a buffet barbecue lunch, and stop at a waist-deep Natural Pool. Guides such as Angelo, Tio Rocky, and El Flaco may help lead the day. Pickup is limited to Bayahibe hotels, and boat changes can be part of the trip.

“Alles war super .Special the Staff were super .Saona it was possible to be Cleaner .But actually is all OK”

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13.Saona Crusoe VIP for cruise guests

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 84 reviews · 9 hours · from $139

Spend nine hours on Saona Island with a professional English or German-speaking guide. Visit the car-free village of Mano Juan, see a turtle conservation project, swim at Canto de la Playa, eat lunch at Catuano, and finish in a natural pool with starfish. Cruise-port transfers, drinks, snorkeling gear, and entry fees are included.

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14.Half-Day ATV or Buggy 4X4 from Bayahibe – La Romana

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 80 reviews · from $75

Spend about three and a half hours driving an ATV or buggy from Bayahibe through muddy trails, sugar cane fields, bateyes, and the Chavón River area. You will stop at a ranch for fruit, coffee, and chocolate, taste fresh cane, and have time to swim. Hotel pickup is included, but bring goggles, a face covering, spare clothes, and cash for photos or purchases.

“The service was exceptional, our tour guy took beautiful pictures of us and took his time to explain and make sure we were having fun. We love it.”

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15.Bayahibe Jungle Buggy Expedition

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 78 reviews · 5 hours · from $57

You’ll spend five hours riding a guided buggy from Bayahibe into the Dominican countryside. Visit a sugar cane farm, pass through local villages, swim in the Chavón River, and sample chocolate, coffee, snacks, and Mamajuana. Spanish, English, and French guides are available, with pickup included.

“génial bonne organisation francophone adapté a une famille avec enfant. amusant divertissant et tres sympa. rapport qualité prix au rdv”

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