Full-Day Catalina Island Snorkeling Tour from La Romana
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from $80.00 per adult
$76.00
from $80.00 per adult
$76.00
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Ages 1-90, max of 50 per group
Duration: 9h
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
German, English, French, Spanish
- 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 - Catalina Island
- Entry/Admission - Passion Paradise Adventures
What's not included- Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
- Gratuities
- Speciality beers (available to purchase)
- Snacks ( available to purchase)
- Departure details
- Traveler pickup is offered.
- We pick up from All Hotels, villas and condors please write your name of the hotel.
- Hotel pickup is offered. View the hotel list on our checkout page to see if yours is included among the pickup points.
Return details- Returns to original departure point
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 18359P3- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Your pickup time will be confirmed after booking
- 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
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- 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
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- What you can expect during your visit
- Regular temperature checks for staff
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Temperature checks for tour participants upon arrival
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
- Face masks provided for travelers
Community- Safety precautions are provided by the property and are not checked by Tripadvisor for accuracy.
- How much is Full-Day Catalina Island Snorkeling Tour from La Romana?
- Full-Day Catalina Island Snorkeling Tour from La Romana price starts from $76.00. Discover and book Full-Day Catalina Island Snorkeling Tour from La Romana on Tripadvisor
- What is the Full-Day Catalina Island Snorkeling Tour from La Romana cancellation policy?
- Full-Day Catalina Island Snorkeling Tour from La Romana cancellation policy: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience. Discover and book Full-Day Catalina Island Snorkeling Tour from La Romana on Tripadvisor
- Which company provides Full-Day Catalina Island Snorkeling Tour from La Romana?
- Full-Day Catalina Island Snorkeling Tour from La Romana is hosted by Passion Paradise Adventures. Read reviews, discover additonal experiences or contact Passion Paradise Adventures on Tripadvisor. Discover and book Full-Day Catalina Island Snorkeling Tour from La Romana on Tripadvisor
- How much time do I need for Full-Day Catalina Island Snorkeling Tour from La Romana?
- On average, this experience will take approximately 9h. Discover and book Full-Day Catalina Island Snorkeling Tour from La Romana on Tripadvisor
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 18359P3
Itinerary
- You'll get picked upSee departure details
- 1Catalina IslandStop: 9 hours - Admission includedSee details
- 2Passion Paradise AdventuresStop: 9 hours - Admission includedSee details
- You'll return to the starting point
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DartmouthDS
00If you go to Catalina, go with a different company.
We booked this tour through the official representative at our resort: diving for my wife and I, and the snorkellin…
Debra W
00Suba diving and snorkeling at Catalina Island. Punta Cana
We booked from our hotel, Scuba Caribe water sports. Free test dive in the pool then we went to Catalina island. Th…
danlI7491JF
00Great excursion
Loved that it was a combo Scuba and snorkel. They were both great experiences, as my boyfriend dove, and I snorkel…
ricardobC5133LZ
00Go to Isla Catalina
Isla Catalina was so much fun and the food we ate was great. Would definitely recommend the experience. The only do…
Gg61
00Air Canada vacation tour catelina island
We took the tour through Air Canada vacations at the ocean blue and Sand hotel, it seemed to take forever to actual…
Aman A
00Most chaotic diving experience ever. Do not recommend.
This was the most chaotic diving experience I have ever had. There were 50 people cramped on this boat with familie…
Vince W
00Lies lies lies
4 hour travel time as driver not a clue of where boat was. 3 harbours later we finally had to jump a speedboat to j…
Ckj1515
00Stay away from this company
Day 1 didn’t pick us up after multiple phone calls said they would get us the next day at 7 am. Day 2 - 6:50 am arr…
Davied P
00Fantastic Experience
This was the best Excussion we have been on. The instructors are very professional, our instructor was Joel, we saw…
Hrothmir
00OK overall. 10-11 hour excursion for 1.5 hours of snorkeling.
If you are at one of the Punta Cana resorts and are willing to give up a full day for a couple hours of snorkeling,…
carlhF8254ZO
00Best Excursion in Dominican Republic
This was amazing day .. on our way from the hotel to the marina there was a small collision, which was not the driv…
Q7340YRkatef
00BEST VIP Experience
WOW ... the best ever experience. We got the ViP package we had an amazing fish and pina colada...Staff where so ki…
robertoharari
00Terrible Experience
At first when we arrived to the dock we were sailing from everything seemed great. But as soon as we started the bo…
Relax763019
00FALSE ADVERTISING AND MISLEADING PICTURES - FRAUD!
FALSE ADVERTISING AND MISLEADING PICTURES - FRAUD! - The boat in reality was very old and torn down. In the pictu…
jone76
00Fun for me, reckless for my friend
Bought a SCUBA trip for myself and a friend; I am certified but he is not. We were told it would not be a problem …
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Don Hemby
2 contributions
Mar 2023
Fantastic day. Fernando and the rest of the crew were excellent. Good snorkeling. Enjoyed our time at Catalina Island. We spent a few extra dollars for VIP package and recommend it. Daniel was our guy at Catalina and he did an incredible job taking care of us. I.e. brought our food, drinks and the food was an upgrade over the norm,. I.e shrimp and calimari. Also end of the trip is great when they take you downthe river to the Campo.area where there are many expensive Jones, golf courses ect to view.
Written March 14, 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Wendy H
Meridian, ID11 contributions
Mar 2023 • Couples
Beautiful island. Snorkeling was ok, but short. Bring Lots of sunblock, not a lot of shade. I would recommend this tour if your staying near La Ramana. Water was clear and amazing. Fun crew. Not great for young kids. You have to jump off a Catamaran onto a motorboat a couple times.
Written March 4, 2023
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Steve T
19 contributions
The cruise out to the island, the snorkeling and buffet on the beach were great. The crew could not have been more helpful, unfortunately we booked a day when a group of young locals where celebrating so music was very loud but they were a lovely group.
The issue was for people who have reduced mobility, we have done trios like this before with no issue. Arrival via taxi was to the top of 50 very steep steps and there was a metre gap between boat and quay which were expected to jump, the boat was pulled in when boarding but only the help of crew and a nice policeman enabled us to get off. Why no plank to walk over?? Also thanks go to a nice taxi driver who chased up our taxi which had not arrived on time for our pick up
The issue was for people who have reduced mobility, we have done trios like this before with no issue. Arrival via taxi was to the top of 50 very steep steps and there was a metre gap between boat and quay which were expected to jump, the boat was pulled in when boarding but only the help of crew and a nice policeman enabled us to get off. Why no plank to walk over?? Also thanks go to a nice taxi driver who chased up our taxi which had not arrived on time for our pick up
Written January 18, 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Maria
1 contribution
Jan 2023 • Solo
The boat trip is always fun, regardless dirty water tanks etc. too many people on board . Safety is not an existing topic. You should be a good swimmer just in case. Not enough safety equipment to all. I did not eat lunch , however it looked very simple with some potatoes, bread, beans and fruits. You could bye a little lobster for 35 us $ . The island is absolutely beautiful, the water is very clear, but the sea shore is covered with plastic and other trash. Furthermore the old sun beds fulfil the poor view of Catalina island. The team members are more occupied by taking and selling digital pictures to the tourists, rather than picking up the plastic and cleaning the beach after their guests . So sad.
Written January 13, 2023
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Connor B
8 contributions
Sep 2022 • Couples
Transport to and from the hotel was good as we were staying in la romana. When we arrived at the marina there was no greeting from the staff just "get on the boat". Most of the other people on this tour were Spanish speakers which was fine but the few of us that spoke English did not receive the same level of attention/ instruction.
The boat ride was nice and it took around 30 mins to get to the snorkeling spot.
The snorkeling was good, the water was crystal clear and there were a few species of fish.
Once you arrive at the beach there was a bit of free time before lunch. We chose to do some swimming and sunbathing. While sunbathing we were asked constantly if we want a pina colada which you pay extra for of course.
The "bbq" lunch was chicken and "chorizo" the chicken was a single drumstick and the "chorizo" was a slice of a hotdog.
The bar was okay but we expected more variety.
After lunch we did some more swimming and went for a walk away from the main beach area to get some space for ourselves as the beach was packed.
We left at 3 which only gave us a few hours on the island, more time would have been nice.
On the boat back to the marina we were served sprite and beer in tiny plastic cups.
When we were almost at the marina they start asking for tips. I saw the captain put a note into the tip cup before it went around.
Overall, it's a beautiful island and the waters are very nice,but for the price we paid we expected better service from the staff and better food.
The boat ride was nice and it took around 30 mins to get to the snorkeling spot.
The snorkeling was good, the water was crystal clear and there were a few species of fish.
Once you arrive at the beach there was a bit of free time before lunch. We chose to do some swimming and sunbathing. While sunbathing we were asked constantly if we want a pina colada which you pay extra for of course.
The "bbq" lunch was chicken and "chorizo" the chicken was a single drumstick and the "chorizo" was a slice of a hotdog.
The bar was okay but we expected more variety.
After lunch we did some more swimming and went for a walk away from the main beach area to get some space for ourselves as the beach was packed.
We left at 3 which only gave us a few hours on the island, more time would have been nice.
On the boat back to the marina we were served sprite and beer in tiny plastic cups.
When we were almost at the marina they start asking for tips. I saw the captain put a note into the tip cup before it went around.
Overall, it's a beautiful island and the waters are very nice,but for the price we paid we expected better service from the staff and better food.
Written September 13, 2022
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Amy N
2 contributions
Jul 2022 • Family
For those of you browsing tours let me get to the finish Do Not Book This Tour. We were picked up at 730 am. We drove around picking others uo from hotels. Fine. Then we drove to a KFC and sat in the van. People were taken off the van and put on others. We just sat for over 40 min. Then we were put on another. Then more driving of over 45 min. We get to the destination 2 hours later. We need to use the restroom. No paper no toilet seat. We get on the crowded boat and off we go. We get to the snorkeling spot and we were told to stay near the boat and we would be there an hour. That's it. No instruction or assist with masks for those who never have done this. One hour later we get back on the boat and off we go to a crowded little island. You have to get on a smaller boat to get to the island. It is now almost 1. Lunch was served. Fyi no alcohol just water and pineapple juice and coke. Then swimming until 230 where they started rounding people up to leave at 3. Back to the big boat and it took 1.5 hours to get back. At that point they served sone rum and coke. We stopped right before the dock and finally they speak again to tell us about needing a tip. Like we were held hostage until they got their tip. Finally back on shore to do the van thing again. We were the last dropped off. Back at the hotel at 645. Basically almost 12 hours of waiting and traveling for 1 hour of snorkeling. We did something like this in Mexico and it was amazing. Others did same in Aruba and same. This wasn't worth it. Thank goodness our kids are older or it would have been a nightmare. Save your money and vacation day and do something else.
Written July 6, 2022
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Michael B
1 contribution
Jun 2022 • Family
Everything was great! The boat was lively. The snorkeling spot was nice. Beach was very nice. I would liked more time on the beach because we got there about 12:30 and left about 2:30. Overall though the crew and experience was good.
Written June 13, 2022
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rodonsea
New York45 contributions
Aug 2021
PLEASE READ THOROUGHLY if you have children, elderly people.
This excursion is more of an obstacle course than it is fun in the sun.
DO NOT SAY I DID NOT WARN YOU!!!!!
Do not let images from the site fool you, there is jo catamaran there is no BBQ style food, you will NOT FEEL SAFE, please run away from this excursion!
communication, accommodation, and food from the start to end is horrible.
Booked this excursion based on reviews and I have to say my fellow reviewers for the 1st time let me down!
We booked a 9:15 am all day excursion leaving from Punta Cana at Bahia mar Ambar
We were told to be in the front gate at 7:15 am ( we were there at 7 sharp)
at 7:20 I began calling and after numerous attempts lady finally answers and said that they were already there and we were not and to not worry because they will return in 5 minutes to pick us up in a double deck red bus, fast forward to 8:15 and finally was picked up in a small 8 people caravan ( we were 11) after a few miles at a gas station we were transferred to a slightly bigger bus still crammed,
we were then taken to an isolated dirty area where there was a small shop for souvenirs ( not worth the 30 minutes there)
after a 45 minute drive we finally reached La Romana for those of you that dont know La Romana it is one of the poorest places in Dominican Republic somewhat slummish
The driver did not know where to drop us off and by luck bumped into another bus going the same way, finally we were dropped of in a neighborhood the middle of a filthy street. We proceeded to enter someone's back yard where we were given wrist bands and told to go down 6 stories of extremely slippery, dirty very steep stairs into the marina where we were greeted by more filth ( the boats are located in a extremely dirty waterway in front of very poor peoples habitats) I am shocked no one has come in here and claim sickness.
Once on in a dirty boat ( not a catamaran like the site states) we were on our way on extremely choppy waters some will definitely get sea sick, they served a once time 6oz room temp soft drink, there is no where to walk, dance, comingle the restroom I wont even talk about DISGUSTING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
you will then be transferred onto a tender 8 people at most but they cram up to 15 we were 166 so it took 40 minutes to finally be on land!!
there are plenty of chairs so you will get one.
finally at around 1pm lunch was served once again to quote the site
(BBQ style lunch) what a joke - all workers handling food with filthy hands, 30 day old bread, uncooked meats littered with marble size flies and soft drinks at room temp that is your meal!!!!!!!
The waters are not worth it, after 3 30ish we headed back and repeated the same
To summit it up this is waste of money, there is a great chance to get salmonella, it is time consuming you will spend 75% of your time on a van to a bus to an old filthy boat to a canoe back to the canoe, boat, van and van
My group ages varied from 19 to 50 and if given this excursion at no charge and a free 7 day stay at a hotel and spa we would not do it again
DO NOT BOOK THIS IF YOU HAVE CHILDREN, ELDERLY PEOPLE, OR GET SEA SICK.
This excursion is more of an obstacle course than it is fun in the sun.
DO NOT SAY I DID NOT WARN YOU!!!!!
Do not let images from the site fool you, there is jo catamaran there is no BBQ style food, you will NOT FEEL SAFE, please run away from this excursion!
communication, accommodation, and food from the start to end is horrible.
Booked this excursion based on reviews and I have to say my fellow reviewers for the 1st time let me down!
We booked a 9:15 am all day excursion leaving from Punta Cana at Bahia mar Ambar
We were told to be in the front gate at 7:15 am ( we were there at 7 sharp)
at 7:20 I began calling and after numerous attempts lady finally answers and said that they were already there and we were not and to not worry because they will return in 5 minutes to pick us up in a double deck red bus, fast forward to 8:15 and finally was picked up in a small 8 people caravan ( we were 11) after a few miles at a gas station we were transferred to a slightly bigger bus still crammed,
we were then taken to an isolated dirty area where there was a small shop for souvenirs ( not worth the 30 minutes there)
after a 45 minute drive we finally reached La Romana for those of you that dont know La Romana it is one of the poorest places in Dominican Republic somewhat slummish
The driver did not know where to drop us off and by luck bumped into another bus going the same way, finally we were dropped of in a neighborhood the middle of a filthy street. We proceeded to enter someone's back yard where we were given wrist bands and told to go down 6 stories of extremely slippery, dirty very steep stairs into the marina where we were greeted by more filth ( the boats are located in a extremely dirty waterway in front of very poor peoples habitats) I am shocked no one has come in here and claim sickness.
Once on in a dirty boat ( not a catamaran like the site states) we were on our way on extremely choppy waters some will definitely get sea sick, they served a once time 6oz room temp soft drink, there is no where to walk, dance, comingle the restroom I wont even talk about DISGUSTING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
you will then be transferred onto a tender 8 people at most but they cram up to 15 we were 166 so it took 40 minutes to finally be on land!!
there are plenty of chairs so you will get one.
finally at around 1pm lunch was served once again to quote the site
(BBQ style lunch) what a joke - all workers handling food with filthy hands, 30 day old bread, uncooked meats littered with marble size flies and soft drinks at room temp that is your meal!!!!!!!
The waters are not worth it, after 3 30ish we headed back and repeated the same
To summit it up this is waste of money, there is a great chance to get salmonella, it is time consuming you will spend 75% of your time on a van to a bus to an old filthy boat to a canoe back to the canoe, boat, van and van
My group ages varied from 19 to 50 and if given this excursion at no charge and a free 7 day stay at a hotel and spa we would not do it again
DO NOT BOOK THIS IF YOU HAVE CHILDREN, ELDERLY PEOPLE, OR GET SEA SICK.
Written August 9, 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Kevin W
Uhrichsville, OH12 contributions
This trip was awesome and the price extremely reasonable. I've been on several snorkeling trips but none compares to snorkeling here. The water is absolutely amazing and the reef is beautiful. The 2nd part of the trip on Isla Catalina was equally as beautiful. They had there own area of the beach where we had an incredible lunch. There was also a shop to purchase gifts. I highly recommend this trip for anyone looking for a getaway for the day.
Written May 29, 2021
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Cappy
Rose Hall, Jamaica20 contributions
What a great trip, well worth the drive from Santo Domingo to La Romana. Wonderful staff! Lots of shade under the palm trees on Catalina Island. Food and drinks were plentiful out there as well.
Written July 21, 2020
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PPAdventures
Hello Scott,
Thank you for taking the time to review our excursion to Catalina Island, your feedback is valued in helping us to improve the way we run our excursions.
We are excited that you enjoyed your stay with us and hope to welcome you back soon. Our aim is to ensure you experience an amazing and safe time with us.
Written October 23, 2020
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Nicole B
1 contribution
Wir sind im bahia principe grand la romana, werden wir ohne Aufpreis vom hotel abgeholt?
We would like to go to Catalina Island I see there is availability for tomorrow we are a family of eight can you please send me details of what time you pick us up and what time you get us back to the hotel
Léa R
Plombieres-les-Dijon, France1 contribution
C’est n’importe quel hôtel de La Romana ? Faut t-il prévenir à quel hôtel il faut nous récupérer ?
obsmiller
Jenison, MI142 contributions
Dreams Dominicus La Romana is an excellent choice of a Hotel to stay at, beautiful safe beaches and grounds. Excellent Staff. Very good Food and a nice variety.
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