Costa at La Romana port: Saona Island

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Program/From La Romana cruise ship port

Costa at La Romana port: Saona Island

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Costa at La Romana port: Saona Island

Program/From La Romana cruise ship port

TOUR TO SAONA ISLAND DURING A STOP OF THE COSTA CRUISE SHIP PASSENGERS AT LA ROMANA PORT:

You will be passing by La Romana port, located in the Dominican Republic, and you would like to discover Saona Island? We offer you the opportunity to embark on an unforgettable adventure by exploring the wild and pristine beaches of the southern part of Saona. Unlike conventional tours suggested by cruise lines, this outing takes place in a small group, allowing you to discover authentic and secluded places, away from the usual tourist hustle and bustle.

THE ITINERARY:

A transport will be waiting for you at the taxi stand, at the exit of the La Romana cruise port, where all participants from the same cruise ship as you will gather. The driver will take you to our office in Bayahibe, the starting point of our excursion, to board our comfortable boat.

Let's go! Let's explore the Cotubanama Natural Park. Take a short break in front of El Penon, where our guide will reveal details about this rocky wall and the Tainos, the island's first inhabitants. Then, we'll pass through the mangroves, a forest of mangrove trees that thrive directly in the salty waters of the ocean.

Our first stop will be on Saona Island, at Canto de la Playa beach. Enjoy 2.5 hours on this paradisiacal beach with pristine sand lined with coconut trees. For some, it's a time to relax, while others may opt for a snorkeling session...

After these magical moments, let's board the speedboat again towards the fishing village of Mano Juan, where a Dominican lunch awaits us. Once the meal is finished, let's gear up with a cap and sunscreen to explore the village with our guide and discover local life (wooden homes, anecdotes, local shops, national sports...).

Let's conclude our adventure with a visit to the turtle nursery, a project maintained by a local family. With limited resources, they take care of hatching eggs during the nesting period and releasing baby turtles into the ocean. The probability of seeing hatchlings is not guaranteed 100%, depending on the season and hatching cycle. After the visit, take a short moment to nap by the water or test your negotiation skills in the local shops.

To finish on a high note, we'll make a detour to the famous natural pool where we can observe giant starfish (please note that touching them is forbiden, but you can admire and photograph them). Enjoy a cocktail in the turquoise waters of the Caribbean and soak in this unique moment.

Return to the Bayahibe port with beautiful memories. Your transportation will be waiting to take you back to the La Romana port.

PICK UP:

A driver will be waiting for you at the taxi stand, at the exit of the La Romana cruise port at 8:00 am. He will ensure that all participants from the same cruise ship Costa are present, using a list that we will provide him.

For the return, the driver will wait for you at 17:00 at the port of Bayahibe to take you back. The departure of your Costa cruise ship is scheduled for 23:59.

IMPORTANT:

Small committee guaranteed: maximum 30 people on board.

PRICING:

Adults and children over 12 years old / ~~$119.USD~~ $109.USD

Children from 3 to 12 years old / $55.USD

Babies and children under 3 years old / FREE

Lobster option / $25.USD or 25€

Price per person for 1 lobster. Option only available from July 1st to February 29th every year

Pickup from La Romana port / $15.USD per person

DETAILS:

- Duration: 8-9 hours

- Language: English

- When to book? We are a small agency that organizes excursions in small groups. To accommodate your request, it is best to book as early as possible.
However, if there are still spots available, we can also accept last-minute bookings.

- Voucher: Electronic. Presenting it on your phone will be enough.

- Free cancellation: For this excursion, we require a deposit of $100 USD per family. In the event of a cancellation due to reasons beyond your control (change in cruise ship itinerary, delay, illness, etc.), the full amount paid will be refunded. If you have made a prepayment, we will also reimburse you 100%.

We request a small deposit to secure your spots as we are an agency organizing small-group excursions, and we cannot afford last-minute cancellations because people have changed their minds, especially when we may have turned away participants due to reaching full capacity.

INCLUDED:

Comfortable 45 feet boat
An English-speaking guide
Snorkeling equipment (fins, mask and snorkel)
Drinks: Coca Cola, Sprite, water, rum and beer
Typical Dominican lunch

IN EXTRA:

Transportation from La Romana port
Lobster option (only available from July 1st to February 29th). Please specify the number of lobsters you would like when making your reservation

NOT ADAPTED TO:

Everybody can participate

FAQ:

Maximum number of people on the boat?

The excursions organized by Dominican Attitude are always in small groups. For that tour, the maximum is 30 people.

Is the snorkeling gear included?

Yes, fins, masks and snorkels are included for this excursion.

Is it guaranteed that we will be back at the port of La Romana on time?

Yes, of course. We have been organizing excursions for cruise ships for many years, and we take all necessary precautions to respond immediately to any unforeseen circumstances. A replacement boat is available immediately in case of a breakdown, additional transportation, etc. The entire team at Dominican Attitude is familiar with the special guidelines put in place for excursions with cruise ship passengers.

Does the guide speak English?

Yes, the guides from Dominican Attitude speak fluently French, Spanish and English.

Should the lobster be reserved in advance?

Yes, the lobster needs to be reserved in advance as they will be caught in the morning (lobster not available from March 1st to June 31st due to breeding season).

Will there only be passengers from the cruise ship Costa on the excursion?

The majority of participants will indeed be passengers from the same cruise ship as you. It's possible that we may need to add other individuals from hotels to meet the minimum number of participants. In any case, this will primarily be an activity specially organized for passengers of the Costa cruise ship.