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SeavisTours (Bayahibe, Dominican Republic) is a small independent tour operator and specializes in Eco Adventures: small groups, remote places, no crowds, no "booze cruises" and a lot of attention to nature.... The Parque Nacional del Este includes 3 Islands: Saona, Catalinita and Catalina. We have an Eco-Adventure to each of the three islands. All our tours are guided by a multi-lingual and knowledgeable guide. Quality and personal attention are guaranteed. Have a nice holiday!
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Rasmus B
London, UK36 contributions
Dec 2020 • Couples
Well organised and good communication prior to tour, hotel pick-up even arrived 2 min early!
The trip has multiple stops but never feels rushed, Kirsten has lots of knowledge and does a great job explaining everything. Lunch was tasty.
Can fully recommend this tour. They care about the environment and finance turtle conservation and other projects in the area.
Due to Covid unfortunately not all tours are running (this is the case for all operators, some are even completely shut) but they tried their best to get enough people together to run the tour. Recommend to get in touch early and show some flexibility to help arrange the tours.
The trip has multiple stops but never feels rushed, Kirsten has lots of knowledge and does a great job explaining everything. Lunch was tasty.
Can fully recommend this tour. They care about the environment and finance turtle conservation and other projects in the area.
Due to Covid unfortunately not all tours are running (this is the case for all operators, some are even completely shut) but they tried their best to get enough people together to run the tour. Recommend to get in touch early and show some flexibility to help arrange the tours.
Written December 21, 2020
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Lisa F
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Aug 2022 • Family
We booked a full day private boat tour to Soana Island for group of 14 people (mix of teens, young adults, and adults/parents). We had an amazing time and all agreed this was the highlight of our vacation. Our original booking was for the motor boat, but they gave us a complimentary upgrade to the speed catamaran. This was a much more spacious, comfortable, and nicer option. We were staying next door at the Hilton La Romana resort so in walking distance to the office/boat. We met at 8:15am for check at their office on Bahiyibe Beach. We left at about 9am and they dropped us off at 5:30 pm at our hotel’s beach. Andy was our guide, a captain and assistant. They were all very friendly, fun and accommodating. The tour consisted of three stops on the island and last one at the natural pool on the way back. Andy timed our stops to avoid any crowds which was much appreciated and allowed for a more private and relaxing time. We snorkeled on the island and saw a variety of fish, flying fish and a sea turtle on the boat ride to Soana, and a few starfish in the natural pool. They provided music and kept the rum, MamaJuana, soft drinks and water flowing all day. For beer drinkers-Bohemia beer was offered during lunch on our last island stop after the eco tour of the sea turtle conservation. We all loved the Dominican-style lunch ( favorites were the chicken, rice, and spaghetti). Soana Island is a gorgeous tropical island and highly recommend this company for a more exclusive, quieter, laid back but equally fun tour. Thanks again for an amazing day trip to Soana Island.
Written August 28, 2022
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Hi Lisa,
Thank you so much for your review. We are really happy to hear that you enjoyed your private excursion with us.
We loved to hear your appreciation for the Dominican food. We loved having you.
Keep those memories up and we look forward to welcoming you again on your future vacations.
Written August 29, 2022
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Michael
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Feb 2020
We did the Saona trip with our 12 year old son and would definitely recommend. Our guide was Ingrid and we mainly had German speakers on the boat (we are English). Ingrid always made a point of repeating everything in English and was very helpful and informative. The two boat crew were also very friendly and did very well in following the turtles so that we all had a good view of them (this was wonderful). All the stops were great, lunch was tasty, and we saw some lovely fish when snorkelling, including a ray at the final beach. We would definitely recommend this tour!!!
Written February 22, 2020
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Thank you for your great review, recommendation and compliments for Ingrid our guide. We are happy to hear that you and your 12 year old son had a wonderful day on our Saona Island excursion. Hopefully we see you again some time. Thanks again. Kind Regards. Marion and Seavis Team.
Written February 24, 2020
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SDG65
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Jan 2020 • Couples
We had a great time with Ingrid on our speed boat ride to a private island. Once there, we had a great beach, great drinks and great food all included!
Once the lunch was over, we got back into the speed boat and went by some Mangrove trees with a little history lesson and then hung out with some starfish in a shallow sand bar!
It was a great adventure and Ingrid was wonderful!
The company was very cognizant of our timeframe to get back to our cruise ship which made everyone feel comfortable that we wouldn’t be late. I HIGHLY recommend this company!
Once the lunch was over, we got back into the speed boat and went by some Mangrove trees with a little history lesson and then hung out with some starfish in a shallow sand bar!
It was a great adventure and Ingrid was wonderful!
The company was very cognizant of our timeframe to get back to our cruise ship which made everyone feel comfortable that we wouldn’t be late. I HIGHLY recommend this company!
Written January 26, 2020
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Thanks a lot for this great review,recommendation and compliments for Ingrid, our guide. We do this tour for cruise passengers already for many years and take care that every one is back in time at the ship. So no worries, just enjoy the day! Hopefully we see you back some time. Kind Regards. Marion and Seavis Team.
Written January 27, 2020
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Neills123
San Diego, CA24 contributions
Dec 2019
From my first contact with Seavis Tours, the customer service was excellent. We were a larger group (25 of us, 5 families with teens/20-somethings) looking for a fun, adventurous day in the Dominican while we were in port on a cruise. I reached out to Seavis and within less than a day I heard back from Ingrid. Ingrid answered every question I had, was able to help me arrange round trip transportation from the cruise port to Bayahibe and booked the 25 of us on a private Saona Special tour. (We even received a nice discount because we had such a large group). I have travelled around the world and the customer service and response time with Seavis was one of the best I have experienced.
We spent the last day of 2019 on the tour. Kristen was our tour guide for the day! What a fun, energetic person she is! We felt like we knew her for years. She had lots of information and stories to share and always had a smile on her face.
We enjoyed every part of the day from the stop at Piscina Natural spending time waist deep in the crystal-clear water, sipping juice and rum, snacking on local treats and the highlight...seeing the starfish indigenous to the area at our feet.
The high-speed boat ride was invigorating and gave a us a chance to see the breathtaking coastline and mangroves.
When we arrived at Saona Beach we couldn't have been happier! The area was like a postcard, and it wasn't crowded. For two hours, everyone had their needs met. Beach chairs under shady trees or in the sun if you wanted to sunbath. Beautiful water to swim in, massages on the beach, a delicious lunch, and snorkeling.
When we got back from the tour, the kids all told me that, "This was a perfect beach day and one of the best tours they had ever been on."
Book with Seavis....you won't be disappointed!
We spent the last day of 2019 on the tour. Kristen was our tour guide for the day! What a fun, energetic person she is! We felt like we knew her for years. She had lots of information and stories to share and always had a smile on her face.
We enjoyed every part of the day from the stop at Piscina Natural spending time waist deep in the crystal-clear water, sipping juice and rum, snacking on local treats and the highlight...seeing the starfish indigenous to the area at our feet.
The high-speed boat ride was invigorating and gave a us a chance to see the breathtaking coastline and mangroves.
When we arrived at Saona Beach we couldn't have been happier! The area was like a postcard, and it wasn't crowded. For two hours, everyone had their needs met. Beach chairs under shady trees or in the sun if you wanted to sunbath. Beautiful water to swim in, massages on the beach, a delicious lunch, and snorkeling.
When we got back from the tour, the kids all told me that, "This was a perfect beach day and one of the best tours they had ever been on."
Book with Seavis....you won't be disappointed!
Written January 13, 2020
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Hello Neills. Thank you very much for this great review, recommendation, compliments for Ingrid at our office and compliments for our daughter Kirsten who was your tour guide. We appreciate it a lot! We are happy that your kids had a perfect day and the best tour they have ever been on! Hopefully we see you again some day. Thanks again. Kind Regards. Marion and Seavis Team.
Written January 14, 2020
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Kelly M
Fort McMurray, Canada1 contribution
Feb 2020 • Family
We booked this tour for our group of 9 (8 adults, 1 tween) for our cruise ship stop in DR. We found the taxi quite easily at the port and it was approx. 20 min drive to the Seavis office. Check in and boarding was well organized. We then enjoyed a ride by motorboat out to the sand bar, where we stopped and had rum and cake while we searched for starfish. Then we continued on past the mangroves to the island. There we had an open bar while enjoying the beach and water. Lunch was typical DR food of chicken, pork and rice. We then boarded the boat back to the Seavis office and were transported back to the cruise port with plenty of time to spare. We were very pleased with the tour, especially since we were a little nervous about booking something not with the cruise ship, but this tour was well worth the very reasonable price we paid. My only complaint was that Saona Island is so beautiful that I wish we could have stayed all day!
Written May 14, 2020
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Kylie B
2 contributions
Jun 2022 • Couples
We did the beach tour on Saona island. The tour was nice, we did have some weather which definitely contributed to the experience (downpour rain), but it was still a good time. The water was pretty rocky on the floor so I’d definitely recommend water shoes. The boat got the job done, it 100% needs padded seats (don’t sit in the front unless you want a “Dominican massage”!). The starfish pool was awesome. There is a photographer, we did purchase the photo package, however, it is definitely overpriced. Good excursion for a one time thing!
Written June 19, 2022
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Dear 725kylieb,
Thank you so much for your review! We are happy you enjoyed your time with us! We will take your comments into consideration in order to improve, thanks for the suggestions!
We hope to be able to welcome you again in the future on one of our excursions!
Warm Regards,
Written August 29, 2022
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AudisGirl
lima2 contributions
Jun 2022 • Couples
My husband and I did the day trip to Saona Island. I recommend Seavis tours, they were amazing! Taking a speedboat on the ocean with a small group was perfect, the captain was an amazing driver and knew exactly how to drive in waves. Ingrid is warm and inviting and the perfect tour guide making sure everyone was enjoying the experience.
Lunch was the best meal we had the entire time in the Dominican Republic, really wish our resort food was half as good. The stops along the island were beautiful and perfectly timed to explore each area. When we return we will definitely tour with Seavis tours again. It's family friendly and Ingrid is fluent in many languages. Also there was a photographer on board that offered pictures at the end, the pictures were great and only $40.
Lunch was the best meal we had the entire time in the Dominican Republic, really wish our resort food was half as good. The stops along the island were beautiful and perfectly timed to explore each area. When we return we will definitely tour with Seavis tours again. It's family friendly and Ingrid is fluent in many languages. Also there was a photographer on board that offered pictures at the end, the pictures were great and only $40.
Written June 19, 2022
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Hi AudisGirl,
Thank you so much for your review! Thanks so much for your lovely comments about our team, I will be sure to pass them on! We are really happy to hear that you enjoyed the small group, BBQ beach lunch and timing on your tour.
We hope you cherish those picture memories and we look forward to welcoming you again on your possible future vacation in the DR!
Warm Regards,
Written August 29, 2022
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Nat2021
New York City, NY8 contributions
May 2021 • Couples
Beautiful trip from beginning to end. Everything was well organized and went smoothly from pick-up to drop off to and from hotel. No headaches and I felt safe the whole time. They listen to what you want and alter the trip to what you want to see (I booked a private trip for 2). The natural pool was amazing to see with all the starfish (no touching the starfish to protect them). Additionally, the lunch included was delicious. We even had snacks/drinks on the speedboat as well as on the island. We even passed by some water obstacle courses that you see on TV for competition because my bf wanted to get near them and see them. My bf was super excited to see that. Your wish is their command. They really took good care of us. I loved that Ingrid and the captain took us to a secluded location of Isla Saona; passed all the catamarans and parked speedboats. It was perfect! Barely anyone around you. Perfect during this pandemic. Additionally, Ingrid rescue animals. She is an animal lover. She really is a great person, funny as well. I recommend them for all the tours they’re offering. You would thank me. I will only book through them for any future excursions if and when I visit DR again.
Written June 3, 2021
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TheSalmon89
London, UK33 contributions
Mar 2022 • Family
This was a well organised tour that took in a number of amazing sites on the way to and also on Saona Island. The tour guide was good and his ability to give instructions and information in two languages was impressive.
Couple of negative points why this isn't 5 stars. Firstly the boat that they use to take you on the trip is comprised of extremely uncomfortable plastic benches. There wasn't a breath of wind on land but once on the water it became choppy so I'm not sure if this is always the case in these parts. This resulted in the boat smashing into various waves and audible groans from the passengers particularly an older group behind us. If you don't have a back problem or bruised coccyx before you will after. All our party in particular had problems the next day.
Secondly, whilst there were a few breaks for drinks and a longer one for lunch, we expected more water to be available particularly as it is extremely hot at the moment. Had we have known there wouldn't be as much on offer we would have brought some ourselves. Unfortunately this resulted in one of our party fainting in the turtle sanctuary.
Other than the two points above which may have been circumstantial, would recommend Seavis Tours
Couple of negative points why this isn't 5 stars. Firstly the boat that they use to take you on the trip is comprised of extremely uncomfortable plastic benches. There wasn't a breath of wind on land but once on the water it became choppy so I'm not sure if this is always the case in these parts. This resulted in the boat smashing into various waves and audible groans from the passengers particularly an older group behind us. If you don't have a back problem or bruised coccyx before you will after. All our party in particular had problems the next day.
Secondly, whilst there were a few breaks for drinks and a longer one for lunch, we expected more water to be available particularly as it is extremely hot at the moment. Had we have known there wouldn't be as much on offer we would have brought some ourselves. Unfortunately this resulted in one of our party fainting in the turtle sanctuary.
Other than the two points above which may have been circumstantial, would recommend Seavis Tours
Written March 24, 2022
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I think they do, but be aware that they will probably not pick you up at the reception, but at the street in fronf of the hotel.
Written August 14, 2023
Are there currently ANY turtles to see?
Is the transfer cost per person or per group?
Written May 24, 2019
We were there in Feb and there were no turtles then, but I absolutely endorse this tour!! It was great 👍
Written May 25, 2019
Hi was wondering if anyone had seen the turtle sanctuary on the Saona VIP tour.
Thanks
Written May 19, 2019
Yes during the visit to the village of Mano Juan we went to the turtle sanctuary. Unfortunately they did not have and hatched turtles at that time.
Written May 20, 2019
Do you still do the Tanama River Day tour? Can't find any availability for May. (We will be staying in Punta Cana), thanks.
Written March 7, 2019
What was transfer from Punta Cana like - do you have to change vehicles and how long does it take?
Written January 25, 2019
We didn't have to change vehicles. We were picked up in front of our hotel by a driver and picked up a couple others on the way. It was a small van pick-up so we arrived within a reasonable timeframe. Afterwards, we were dropped back off in the same manner.
Written January 25, 2019
Are you able to see/hold baby turtles in late January or is that only later in the year?
Written December 26, 2018
I did the river cruise seavis tour, so no clue.
Written January 9, 2019
Hi, Will you be having any Black Friday or Cyber Monday deals on your tours?
Written November 14, 2018
I think your best bet would be to call them directly and ask them
That being said, even if they don’t take the tour
An excursion that’s totally worth the money. There an awesome couple!
Written November 15, 2018
Hey... we stayed in bayahibe two years ago and booked a Tour with Seavis. This year we will come back to DR. Unfortunately we will have a Hotel in Bavaro. Has anyone eher made a tour with seavis and was collected in Punta Cana? Are there any Problems?
Written September 16, 2018
We did it and all was organized and there were no problems at all, I can recommend that! The pick up was a little bit later as announced but thats Punta Cana 🙂
Written February 4, 2019
Rhaagedoorn
Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Hallo,
Ik heb een algemene vraag over betaalmiddel in DR. Is het verstandiger om US Dollars mee te nemen of Pesos?
De tours bij seavis kunnen met euro’s betaald worden las ik, dat is fijn! :)
Verder nog tips? Wij reizen volgende week die kant op. Hebben 2 excursies (nature complet&saona) geboekt bij seavistours, mogelijk willen we nog de jungle tour bij boeken.
Written September 4, 2018
Wat betreft geld, maken ze er een potje van in DR. Ik zou je willen adviseren om inderdaad euro’s en dollars mee te nemen. De wisselkoersen daar zijn ongunstig. Waar wij zaten waren weinig pinautomaten en je kon ook maar voor max. 32 € pinnen. Niet handig! Banken hebben ook geen goede koers, ook op het vliegveld niet. Dus misschien verstandig om cash mee te nemen.
Hele fijne vakantie, ik hoop dat jullie net zo’n mooie reis hebben als wij hebben gehad!
Written September 4, 2018
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