Saona Island — The Crown Jewel of the Caribbean
A full day of pristine white-sand beaches, the starfish sandbar, a BBQ beach lunch with unlimited drinks, and a boat party back to Bayahibe.
Watch the Saona Island experience.
A protected paradise — raw, natural, breathtaking.
Isla Saona is a stunning natural paradise located within Parque Nacional del Este, a protected national park on the southeastern tip of the Dominican Republic. Accessible only by boat from Bayahibe, Saona is home to pristine white-sand beaches, shallow turquoise lagoons, swaying palm trees, and rich marine life.
The island has no permanent tourist infrastructure — keeping it raw, natural, and breathtaking. It is famous for its natural pool — a shallow offshore sandbar where starfish rest in crystal-clear water — and it is a UNESCO-recognized biodiversity hotspot.
Everything handled. You just show up.
A full day, beautifully paced.
- Morning
Meet at Bayahibe Marina
Warm welcome, life jackets fitted, quick briefing.
- Departure
Depart by boat
Skim across the turquoise water toward Saona.
- En Route
Natural Pool & starfish sandbar
Shallow sandbar stop — swim and meet the starfish in crystal-clear water.
- Midday
Arrival at Saona Island beach
White sand, palms, and the softest water in the Caribbean.
- Lunch
BBQ beach lunch
Freshly grilled Dominican cuisine on the sand, with unlimited drinks.
- Afternoon
Free beach time
Swim, relax, sunbathe, or take a quiet walk along the shore.
- Return
Boat party back to Bayahibe
Music, drinks, and dancing on the water during golden hour.
- Evening
Arrive back in Bayahibe
Drop-off arranged to your hotel or accommodation.
Your safety is never an afterthought.
All boats used by Bayahibe Tours are inspected, licensed, and equipped with life jackets and emergency equipment. Our team personally vets every captain and crew member. Your safety is never an afterthought — it's our first priority.
Choose how you cruise to Saona.
Join our shared catamaran party boat, or charter a private boat just for your group.
Our classic group experience — music, dancing, and a lively crowd on the way to and from Saona. Charged per person.
Want it just for your group? A private boat gives you more flexibility and privacy — your departure time is coordinated to suit you, and catered food can be arranged on board (optional).
- Flexible departure time, coordinated with you
- Total privacy — just your group
- Optional catered food served on the boat
50% deposit reserves your private boat; the balance is paid in person.
All food and drinks are coordinated separately and can be paid for on arrival.
You're all set — reach out to us on WhatsApp to coordinate your day and finalize the details.Ready to make Saona yours?
$95 per person. Message us to confirm availability and group rates.
Prefer to talk it through first?
Message us on WhatsApp and we'll answer any questions — date flexibility, group size, dietary needs, pickup logistics. Whatever you need.