Platinum Transfer, Private Group

Saona Island Private +8 People Platinum Transfer

★ 4.7 9 verified reviews

9 hours, pickup listed, lunch included.

from $135 per person

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Duration: 9 hours
Meeting point: Punta Cana (Bavaro Hotel Zone)
Cancellation: Free cancellation
Meal: Meal included
Run by: Platinum Transfer Punta Cana

Overview

This is a private day trip to Saona Island run by Platinum Transfer Punta Cana, built for groups of eight or more. The whole day runs about 9 hours and is arranged around your party only, from the vehicle to the boat to the lunch table. Round trip transport in an air conditioned vehicle and a private speedboat ride are both part of the package.

The shape of the day is straightforward. The itinerary lists Isla Saona as a pass by on the route. The package includes snorkeling and a stop at the natural pool. Lunch is served with a private table and a lobster service, and all fees and taxes are covered in the booking price. Photos and gratuities are not included, so budget for those separately if you want them.

It suits travelers who want the island in a closed group format, with the vehicle, boat, and table reserved for their party alone. It is not a fit for wheelchair users, and the listing advises against it for people with back problems, pregnant travelers, or anyone with serious heart or other medical conditions. One reviewer reported problems with late pickup changes, a missing lobster service, and poor operator communication, so weigh that against what the listing promises before booking.

What's Included

Included

Private Round Trip transportation in an a/c vehicle
Private boat ride aboard a speedboat
Lunch (Includes a private table, with a lobster service.)
Snorkeling
Stop at the natural pool
All fees and taxes

Not Included

Photos
Gratuities

Itinerary

Private pickupPrivate round trip transportation in an air conditioned vehicle, for your group only.
Private speedboat crossingA private boat ride aboard a speedboat carries the group toward the island.
Isla SaonaThe island is listed on the route, marked as passed by on the crossing.
Snorkeling stopSnorkeling is included in the package. The listing does not specify the order of activities within the day.
Natural poolA stop at the natural pool is part of the package. No extra fee is listed for this stop.
LunchLunch includes a private table with a lobster service for the group. The listing does not state where it is served.
Return transferThe speedboat and private vehicle bring the group back, with the full experience lasting about 9 hours.

What To Expect From The Tour

A few practical points from the listing and from traveler feedback will help you plan this day properly.

What to bring. The listing tells guests to bring beach clothing, a swimsuit, a towel, cameras, sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, and money for souvenirs and tips. Photos are not included in the package.
Group feel. This is a private tour, and only your group participates. That applies to the vehicle, the boat, and the lunch table.
Food and drink. Lunch is included, with a private table and lobster service listed as part of it. Note that one reviewer reported no lobster was actually served on their trip, so confirm details with the operator if that matters to your booking.
Fitness and mobility. The trip is not wheelchair accessible. The listing also says it is not recommended for travelers with back problems or pregnant travelers, and that participants should have no heart problems or other serious medical conditions.
Weather dependence. The experience requires good weather. If it is cancelled for poor weather, the operator offers a different date or a full refund, so keep some flexibility in your schedule.
Confirm pickup time. Pickup is included, but one reviewer said the pickup time was changed late the night before with poor communication from the operator.

Common issues. The listing itself rules out wheelchair users and discourages participation by pregnant travelers, people with back problems, and anyone with serious heart or other medical conditions. Photos and gratuities are extra. One reviewer reported a pickup time changed late the night before, no lobster served despite the listing, and no response when they tried to resolve it, calling the tour average value. Cancellations made less than 24 hours before start are not refunded, and poor weather can force a reschedule or refund.

Common Questions

What Is Included In The Price?

Private round trip transportation in an air conditioned vehicle, a private speedboat ride, lunch with a private table and lobster service, snorkeling, the natural pool stop, and all fees and taxes. Photos and gratuities are not included.

Is Hotel Pickup Included?

Yes, round trip transportation in a private air conditioned vehicle is included. One reviewer reported that the pickup time was changed late the night before, so watch for messages the evening prior.

How Long Is The Tour?

The full experience runs about 9 hours from pickup to return.

Is Lobster Really Served At Lunch?

The listing includes a lobster service with lunch at a private table. However, one reviewer reported that no lobster was served on their trip and that the operator did not reply when they raised it. It is worth confirming with the operator before your date.

Is This Tour Suitable For Everyone?

Most travelers can participate according to the listing, but it is not wheelchair accessible. It is not recommended for pregnant travelers or people with back problems, and participants should not have heart problems or other serious medical conditions.

What Is The Cancellation Policy?

You get a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours before the start time, using the local time of the experience. Cancellations or changes inside that 24 hour window are not refunded or accepted. If poor weather cancels the trip, you are offered a different date or a full refund.