SAONA ISLAND
Saona Island is probably the most famous attraction in the Dominican Republic! This excursion is perfect for divers and snorkelers. It is a full day tour that will take you to a wreck as well as a reef dive. After the diving is complete, we head to the beach for a Dominican style BBQ and beach time. This tour is not complete without a visit to the natural pool where you’ll be able to see gorgeous Red Cushion Starfish while standing waist deep on a sand bank in the middle of the National Park.
Our first stop is the Atlantic Princess, this small wreck is perfect for beginner divers and experienced divers. There is plenty of life and even some wreck penetration to do at this dive site. The wreck is at 12m(40 feet) at its deepest point on a clear day even the snorkelers can enjoy the site. We will make our way towards Saona Island and do a dive at Penon (in front of the National Park ) or Victoria reef (in front of Saona Island) both reefs are full of life and shallow dives. Expect to see reefs that are healthy and lots of interesting small and medium sized Marine life and coral life. We head to Catuano beach on Saona Island, we will have a Dominican beach BBQ that consists of rice, pasta, grilled chicken, pork chops, potatoes, salad, fruit, bread and spagetti. After lunch the snorkelers can enjoy a dip at the old pier which is great for seeing fish in large numbers, relax on the beach or even do some artisian shopping or get a massage. Saona Island has something for every one. After some relaxing beach time under the caribbean sun it is time to visit the Natural Pool, Saona Island tour is not complete without a visit to this special place. See the gorgeous red cushion starfish while standing waist deep on a sand bank in the middle of the National Park, these star fish are real and should be handled with care. Drinks and snacks are served on the Catamaran. Book with us today. Saona Island tour goes every Monday and Friday. |
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