Small Group Snorkeling Cruise with Open Bar and Light Snacks
Recommended by 99% of travelers
Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
- 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Explore the waters around Punta Cana aboard a catamaran on this carefully-curated tour. Spend a half-day (select from morning or afternoon departure to suit your schedule) taking in the coastal scenery around Cabeza de Toro Natural Reserve, then don the provided snorkeling gear to explore the underwater world. You can also try out the boat's slide toboggan or just relax on board and soak up the sun's rays. The boat can accommodate up to 72 guests but is limited to 27 guests, leaving space to roam around as you please!
- Multiple departures mean you can choose one to suit your schedule
- Refreshments served on board the boat
- Use of snorkel equipment included
- Convenient hotel pickup and drop-off via air-conditioned vehicle
What's Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off on Air Conditioned vehicles
- Use of Snorkeling equipmentUse of Snorkelling equipment
- Local guides
- SnacksLight Snacks, Nachos Tortilla Chips and Salsa, Fruits of the Season.
- Bottled water
- Alcoholic BeveragesPremium aged Rum, Presidente Beer, Tequila, Vodka, Margaritas, Rum Punch,Soft Drinks, Soda Pop, Signature Cocktails, Bottled Water
- Stand Up Paddle Board, Slide Toboggan
- Restroom on board
- Gratuities
- Pictures
- Lunch
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Pickup details
(If your pick up point does not come up on the dropdown, please type it in the search bar) After booking, the exact meeting location and check-in time will be confirmed via email or WhatsApp. If you have not received pickup details by the day before your tour, please contact the operator directly.
What To Expect
1
Happy Fish Catamarans
2
Cabo Engaño
3
Punta de los Nidos
4
Bavaro Beach
5
Cabeza de Toro Beach
6
Plaza Bibijagua
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not wheelchair accessible
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Most travelers can participate
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
- Not wheelchair 100% accessible, please advise, we can review every case
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 27 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
Joni_D
We had a great time. Got picked up at our hotel. The crew was awesome. Very friendly. The snacks were great and plentiful. So were the cocktails.Snorkeling was great. Saw lots of different fish. On the way back stopped at a place where we saw dolphins . Definitely would go on this excursion again.
Reviews
4.9
based on 1,473 reviews
Christian_C, May 2026
There was only maybe 12-16 of us on the boat so not crowded at all like some of the other boats. The guides spoke good English and were very friendly and helpful. The excursion was safe fun and not rushed at all. Free drinks and snacks on board was a bonus. Definitely recommend this excursion. You will not regret it
Darby_B, May 2026
So much fun! We got picked up and dropped off at our hotel, this was exactly the snorkeling trip we were looking for.
Michelle_M, May 2026
It was a great snorkel spot and the crew were friendly and attentive
The family enjoyed the sand bar
paddle boating and the drinks in the ocean
Jowi, Apr 2026
10/10 experience! We booked 3 excursions and this was the best out of the 3!! The guides were so nice kevin hart, dave and the rest!! We came as a couple and there was a family too. When we have kids ill definitely try this excursion as well. You can even bring older parents and they will also have fun. The crew was really caring and theres a lot of party boats around during stops but they tried their best to park us at a spot thats not too loud which i really appreciated. The best part is, theres no hidden charges or gimmicks. No surprises in the end where they force you to buy photos which is really nice!! Overall, we had a lot of fun and i’ll definitely do this again with my family and parents :)
Ronald_W, Apr 2026
Great day on the water. The crew was super friendly and fun. We went snorkeling on a reef with tons of fish and sea life to view and had time to enjoy the water slide and diving plank. Drinks were generous and there was plenty of juice and water for those not partaking. We had freshly made guacamole and salsa for a snack before we headed to the ‘swimming pool’ where all the snorkeling boats gathered up for a fun party scene on a shallow sand bar. It reminded me of the Lake Havasu or Lake Cumberland scene back in the states. We had such a great day on the water that we’re going to book it again on the same trip. Highly recommended!
Hannah_B, Apr 2026
We had a really good time with Happy fish. The atmosphere was fun, the drinks were nice (they had good non alcoholic options too), the snorkelling was really pretty. The staff were so friendly and fun and overall we just had a really great time!
Joni_D, Apr 2026
We had a great time. Got picked up at our hotel. The crew was awesome. Very friendly. The snacks were great and plentiful. So were the cocktails.Snorkeling was great. Saw lots of different fish. On the way back stopped at a place where we saw dolphins . Definitely would go on this excursion again.
Denina_P, Apr 2026
It was amazing experience. I loved we snorkel as a group and the amount of fishes is crazy. It was so fun with music and dancing. We was able to drink and they were so nice.
DEREK_B, Apr 2026
Just a great day! Staff was amazing and the guacamole was fantastic. Such a great time. Would recommend
kait_s, Apr 2026
We had a great experience on this excursion! It was a small group, excellent crew and fantastic time. There was really nothing I would complain about, the boat was very nice and I would definitely recommend this trip to anyone traveling to Punta Cana looking to get on the water.
Heidi_L, Apr 2026
Love this excursion! We had a blast with the crew. We were able to see some great sea life and the beach was beautiful. Highly recommend!
Colton_B, Apr 2026
We had a fun time with HappyFish Catamarans. The staff were very friendly and energetic. We enjoyed snorkeling and hanging out by the beach. The fruit was good too!
Susan_R, Apr 2026
Happy fish provides a wonderful experience for all ages! We had so much fun and the crew was so friendly and made sure everyone was having a good time. The boat was clean and equipment as well. Highly recommend.
Warren_D, Apr 2026
OMG, one of the best snorkeling tours i have experienced outside of Maldives. Our guides Lino and Kevin Hart ( that's right, but Dominican star) were awesome. Very friendly, courteous amd super accommodating. Right from timely pickup at our hotel to the boat, the tour and back to hotel, everything was great. Lino kept an eye for turtles and boy! we saw from giant turtles and baby ones. And the actual snorkeling site was amazing. So much fish, corals..it was perfect. My kids are good swimmers so they had an awesome time. Recommend taking a go pro if you want to take great pictures and videos, though I did see a guy dive deep under water to take pictures/videos ( I am not sure if he was a professional photographer). After we left the snorkeling site we went to sand banks where you could just chill in the middle of the sea. My only advice is at the sand banks there were a lot of party boats with loud contrasting music ( to the point of deafening and irritating) that gives you a splitting migraine. I would recommend taking a noise cancelling earphones or ear buds if you want to douse the music ( Trust me listening to it for one hour was sheer torture in the heat of the sun). But great tour all around. Lino gave some nachos with salsa and Guacamole with fresh fruit ( papaya, pineapple). There was a great choice of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. We are not big on that but its something worth mentioning if you like that vibe. Thanks Lino, Kevin Hart ( lol 😆) and starfish tours( I hope i got that right). I forgot to mention that there are a lot of souvenirs shops around the boat area. Please bargain for a good deal.
Pa_V, Apr 2026
Happy Fish was super fun!!! The staffs definitely made our day and kept my mom entertained (and us) even though she doesn’t snorkel. We had fun joking around with them! Thank you Nino and Kevin Hart!
Neeley_S, Apr 2026
Transportation from our hotel was smooth and on time to and from the boat, the snorkeling was amazing, we were in the water over the corral, seeing so many different fish, we saw turtles and a sting ray too for much longer than I expected when making the reservation. Our family enjoyed all the fun we had with Happy Fish tour guides! Try their juice - it’s delish!!!
Natasha_M, Apr 2026
This tour exceeded my expectations! The crew was so friendly and made the entire trip so much fun. I would definitely recommend booking
Stephanie_S, Apr 2026
We enjoyed our time on the boat. The weather got cloudy but the snorkeling was still great. The crew was nice. I've been on livelier boats, this one was pretty chill but I was fine with that.
Brittney_B, Apr 2026
We had a BLAST with happy fish!!! Beautiful snorkeling and the guides are seriously the best!!! Snacks and drinks are so good! Had the best time.
nicholas_h, Apr 2026
Great crew! The crew was fun, turtles, fish and fun! A great experience for all ages! Highly recommended
Stacy_H, Apr 2026
Best snorkeling excursion we have been on. Loved the smaller group. Great drinks and snacks. Awesome crew. Dancing, paddle boarding and family fun.
Nicole_S, Apr 2026
Amazing staff, stunning views, great music, fantastic snorkeling, and an all-around unforgettable experience!
Jason_F, Apr 2026
This was a fun and great experience. The snorkeling was fun and the sandbar stop was a little chaotic with all the other boats, but pur crew made it fun.
Katie_M, Apr 2026
As two families with kids, this was the perfect boat cruise and snorkeling experience. David and his crew were so much fun and helpful. Highly recommend this excursion!!!
Carl_M, Apr 2026
Wonderful experience. The crew was very attentive and assisted a family member with some mobility issues.
Andrew_F, Apr 2026
Super fun crew. Very personable. Very organized group. Highly recommended. Be aware though lots of tours all go to the same reef and beach and it can get crowded.
SARAH_T, Apr 2026
We had a great time on our excursion! It was the right amount of time, different amount of activities, and the crew was so much fun. What sets this company apart is they don’t overcrowd their boats and they really go the extra mile to ensure you have a great time. Perfect for families with kids!
Stephanie_C, Mar 2026
Great experience start to finish! Prompt transportation to and from the location and a fun, upbeat crew to keep us all entertained and happy. Highly recommend for a fun half day excursion!
Scott_L, Mar 2026
Great half day trip - great crew and would definitely recommend for anyone looking for a half day trip
Tara_M, Mar 2026
We booked this snorkeling and booze cruise for 3 couples….and it ended up being one of the absolute best parts of our entire trip. The boat was the perfect size — under 15 people total — which made the whole experience feel relaxed, spacious, and personal. The catamaran had two levels, two bathrooms, a slide, and a big netted area to lounge on. There was plenty of room to move around without ever feeling crowded.
The crew was exceptional from start to finish. There were 4-5 crew members, and I specifically remember Frankie because he was nonstop energy and hospitality. They went above and beyond to make sure everyone had a drink in hand, was comfortable, and was having a great time. Their homemade guacamole might honestly have been the highlight of our entire vacation — unbelievably good.
We made two stops: one for snorkeling and one for swimming and relaxing. They had a floating bar, a swim pad, paddle boards and the whole setup just made the experience feel effortless and fun. The music was on point, the vibe was perfect, and our group (all in our 40s and 50s) had an amazing time during the 3 to 3.5 hour trip.
Transportation was seamless — we were picked up and dropped off at our resort with zero issues.
Overall
This cruise was everything we hoped for and more: fun, relaxing, well‑run, and full of great energy. If you’re looking for a smaller, more personal excursion with an incredible crew and the best vibe, this is the one to book.
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