Full-Day Catalina Island Snorkeling Tour from La Romana
Overview
Welcome aboard and snorkel the most beautiful underwater ecosystem of the Dominican Republic, with a full-day all inclusive tour to Catalina Island. Experience clear turquoise waters, ultimate relaxation in paradise on a private beach and enjoy the cool breeze and selection of refreshments at the bar overlooking the ocean, Indulge in a Dominican feast prepared by renowned local chef ‘Miguel’.
Inclusions
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Moto Catamaran boat ride
- Access to beach on Catalina Island
- Experienced guides
- Use of snorkeling equipment
- Dominican BBQ lunch
- Unlimited drinks (alcoholic drinks served on beach and return boat trip | non-alcoholic drinks served through the day)
- Beach lounger
- Entry/Admission - Passion Paradise Adventures
- Entry/Admission - Catalina Island
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Catalina Island, La Romana Dominican Republic
You arrive at the marina, where you will be welcomed aboard for your Catalina Island snorkeling or Diving experience.
We then set sail towards Catalina Island, where you will enjoy an hour of snorkeling or Diving to discover the true beauty of ‘The Wall’. You can expect clear turquoise waters, incredible visibility and an amazing underwater ecosystem.
Those who are Diving will experience there 2nd dive at The Aquarium. Once finished, we will set a course heading to the west side of Catalina Island. On arrival you will be taken by ‘Eileen’ (speed boat) to our beach on the island.
Then our chef will be busy in the kitchen preparing an incredible Dominican lunch. You can expect to taste fresh lobster caught that morning (only available with our Premier VIP package), pork, chicken, salads, pasta and local fruits all prepared in a hygienic kitchen. We highly recommend you save space for the local fruits.
After lunch you get to enjoy some free time to Snorkel or just relax and enjoy the beach.
At around 3pm, Our speed boat, ‘Eileen’ will ferry you to our catamaran ‘Paradise’. We will set a course for the marina, where you bus will be waiting to take you back to your hotel.
Duration: 9 hours
Stop At: Passion Paradise Adventures, La Romana 2200 Dominican Republic
You arrive at the marina, where you will be welcomed aboard for your Catalina Island snorkeling or Diving experience.
We then set sail towards Catalina Island, where you will enjoy an hour of snorkeling or Diving to discover the true beauty of ‘The Wall’. You can expect clear turquoise waters, incredible visibility and an amazing underwater ecosystem.
Those who are Diving will experience there 2nd dive at The Aquarium. Once finished, we will set a course heading to the west side of Catalina Island. On arrival you will be taken by ‘Eileen’ (speed boat) to our beach on the island.
Then our chef will be busy in the kitchen preparing an incredible Dominican lunch. You can expect to taste fresh lobster caught that morning (only available with our Premier VIP package), pork, chicken, salads, pasta and local fruits all prepared in a hygienic kitchen. We highly recommend you save space for the local fruits.
After lunch you get to enjoy some free time to Snorkel or just relax and enjoy the beach.
At around 3pm, Our speed boat, ‘Eileen’ will ferry you to our catamaran ‘Paradise’. We will set a course for the marina, where you bus will be waiting to take you back to your hotel.
Duration: 9 hours
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Catalina Island, La Romana Dominican Republic
You arrive at the marina, where you will be welcomed aboard for your Catalina Island snorkeling or Diving experience.
We then set sail towards Catalina Island, where you will enjoy an hour of snorkeling or Diving to discover the true beauty of ‘The Wall’. You can expect clear turquoise waters, incredible visibility and an amazing underwater ecosystem.
Those who are Diving will experience there 2nd dive at The Aquarium. Once finished, we will set a course heading to the west side of Catalina Island. On arrival you will be taken by ‘Eileen’ (speed boat) to our beach on the island.
Then our chef will be busy in the kitchen preparing an incredible Dominican lunch. You can expect to taste fresh lobster caught that morning (only available with our Premier VIP package), pork, chicken, salads, pasta and local fruits all prepared in a hygienic kitchen. We highly recommend you save space for the local fruits.
After lunch you get to enjoy some free time to Snorkel or just relax and enjoy the beach.
At around 3pm, Our speed boat, ‘Eileen’ will ferry you to our catamaran ‘Paradise’. We will set a course for the marina, where you bus will be waiting to take you back to your hotel.
Duration: 9 hours
Stop At: Passion Paradise Adventures, La Romana 2200 Dominican Republic
You arrive at the marina, where you will be welcomed aboard for your Catalina Island snorkeling or Diving experience.
We then set sail towards Catalina Island, where you will enjoy an hour of snorkeling or Diving to discover the true beauty of ‘The Wall’. You can expect clear turquoise waters, incredible visibility and an amazing underwater ecosystem.
Those who are Diving will experience there 2nd dive at The Aquarium. Once finished, we will set a course heading to the west side of Catalina Island. On arrival you will be taken by ‘Eileen’ (speed boat) to our beach on the island.
Then our chef will be busy in the kitchen preparing an incredible Dominican lunch. You can expect to taste fresh lobster caught that morning (only available with our Premier VIP package), pork, chicken, salads, pasta and local fruits all prepared in a hygienic kitchen. We highly recommend you save space for the local fruits.
After lunch you get to enjoy some free time to Snorkel or just relax and enjoy the beach.
At around 3pm, Our speed boat, ‘Eileen’ will ferry you to our catamaran ‘Paradise’. We will set a course for the marina, where you bus will be waiting to take you back to your hotel.
Duration: 9 hours
Additional information
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Your pickup time will be confirmed after booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Please note that there are no refunds for cancellations of less than 24 hours notice, or if you do not turn up at the pick-up point at the specified time
- Can accommodate passengers with disabilities. Please contact local supplier to make all necessary arrangements.
- It is recommended that you bring a bathing suit, sunblock, sunglasses, comfortable shoes, cash and a camera
- Minimum drinking age is 18 years
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Face masks provided for travelers
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Regular temperature checks for staff
- Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
- Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
Rosey_S
March 2020
Trip was good, nice boat ride, beaxh, service and lunch. Cheaper than booking directly through the resort. Only problem is they are not organized with the hotel pick up times or answering the phone. Wasn't sure if they were even coming the morning of the trip.
Trip was good, nice boat ride, beaxh, service and lunch. Cheaper than booking directly through the resort. Only problem is they are not organized with the hotel pick up times or answering the phone. Wasn't sure if they were even coming the morning of the trip.Joe_C
February 2020
Overall a fun trip - hotel pickup was timely and boat ride to Island was fun but overall a little rough around the edges. Got the vip package but not really worth it. They were friendly and helpful but need a little polish. It may have been the wave conditions on our day but the first snorkel ...
Overall a fun trip - hotel pickup was timely and boat ride to Island was fun but overall a little rough around the edges. Got the vip package but not really worth it. They were friendly and helpful but need a little polish. It may have been the wave conditions on our day but the first snorkel was too far away from the reef so it was a long swim over - if you were a beginner you probably wouldn’t have seen much - tip look for the big dark areas on the bottom- that’s where the fish are, but I think they should have told folks that. Second half of the trip was on the beach on Catalina. You can snorkel off the beach but get your gear early as they may run out. BBQ was ok but also get in line early- chicken was better than pork. Overall a nice day but don’t expect to see a million fish and you’ll have a good time.davidbT7882DL
February 2020
Started off leaving at 10:50 with a 9:30 departure time. The entire day was eight hours from pick up to drop off. He barely communicated with Snorkelers. They’re only concern was for the scuba divers. They had no guide for the snorkelers as indicated. We would not recommend.
Started off leaving at 10:50 with a 9:30 departure time. The entire day was eight hours from pick up to drop off. He barely communicated with Snorkelers. They’re only concern was for the scuba divers. They had no guide for the snorkelers as indicated. We would not recommend.Elias H
January 2020
Comfortable boat and very friendly staff! The snorkeling itself is fun, safe and very clear water. The island is interesting too, as it's the only place in the Dominican Republic where you may see a raccoon! Pretty descent lunch and good cold beer!
Comfortable boat and very friendly staff! The snorkeling itself is fun, safe and very clear water. The island is interesting too, as it's the only place in the Dominican Republic where you may see a raccoon! Pretty descent lunch and good cold beer!Alla_L
January 2020
Nice, half day trip. Beautiful beach, amazing water, very good food and service. Hardly recommend for couple, families with children.
Nice, half day trip. Beautiful beach, amazing water, very good food and service. Hardly recommend for couple, families with children.FellowTraveler255733
January 2020
We came in from a cruise ship and arranged for a late arrival with local owner who after a sketchy taxi ride greeted us and welcomed us to the activity. What a comfort that was since we were already a little concerned about safety following negative media press. They whisked us out to the lar...
We came in from a cruise ship and arranged for a late arrival with local owner who after a sketchy taxi ride greeted us and welcomed us to the activity. What a comfort that was since we were already a little concerned about safety following negative media press. They whisked us out to the large catamaran on a small motor boat that I wasn’t sure would make it...but alas another comforting sign was the dolphins that came up along side and swam with the small boat. I could almost touch them... Once on board the larger vessel...seemed all normal and everybody snorkeled. Luckily we brought our own water because the crew seemed stingy with the rum punch and beer at first. Then we had to board small motor boats to get to beach and all of this on and off boats is not the safest especially for those with physical limitations. Lots of chances to fall, slip, or bump against hard surfaces. Once at beach...each tour group was segregated to lounge chairs that were crammed together...again rum punch was served in small Dixie cups and the VIP package only got you a lobster but was offered to other guests at a cheaper price in real time. The Crew Lead tried to make a difference in those on the VIP package vs others but to no avail. Seemed the other crew members didn’t get it. Example, the crew lead says you go first through buffet line...others stopped us and told us to wait then a few minutes later called everyone up that pushed the VIPs to the back...very strange. The flies were horrendous and I saw many throw full plates of food away after 20 or more flies landed on them. Again very stingy with rum punch. The beach was rocky but snorkeling was better than the first stop ..the boats were landing right in middle of beach goers and children playing in water...must be a way to separate the 2 to avoid injuries...I cringed every time a boat would fly in to pick up or drop off hoping no one got clipped by a boat motor. Then it was time to return via small motor boat to larger vessel...another unsafe transfer of people, where it took us back and conveniently stopped right by the Cruise ship to celebrate the excursion which seemed very contrived and the local owner was waiting (thank god) who called for us to disembark first so we weren’t late to cruise. I hope this helps the owner with her business cause she was awesome and I think would not tolerate some of these oversights If she was fully aware.