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Catamaran Cruise from Iberostar Selection Bávaro for resort guests
The 4-hour catamaran cruise from Iberostar Selection Bávaro is our most-booked afternoon excursion. Lobby pickup at the Iberostar Selection Bávaro entrance in Bávaro around 1:15 PM (~12 min A/C van to Cabeza de Toro marina), board our 60-ft catamaran at 2:30 PM, and sail the Bávaro reef line with open bar (Brugal rum, local beer, water, soft drinks), a 45-min snorkel stop at the reef, a sandbar swim at the natural pool, and a relaxed return at sunset. Flat USD 65 per adult / USD 35 per child (3–12) — same boat, same crew as the resort-desk sells for USD 95+. Bávaro and Arena Gorda hotels are 15–20 min from the marina — the sweet spot for the 2:30 PM slot: late buffet lunch, quick lobby pickup, no rushed morning, full 4 hours on the water. Who it's for: Families and couples in Selection/Suites, Iberostar Horizons repeat guests, European multi-week travellers. Typical pairing from this resort: a morning Macao buggy (or a calm Scape Park cenote half-day) plus this afternoon catamaran — same calendar day, one tip envelope at the end, no resort-desk reception loop in between. On board you'll find shaded benches at the bow for sun-shy guests, an open foredeck trampoline for kids, a freshwater rinse on the return leg, and a bilingual cruise director who calls names off the manifest instead of herding by wristband color. We hold seats for Iberostar Selection Bávaro guests under a single booking reference, so families travelling on different reservations still board together. Iberostar Selection Bávaro is the closest family-side resort to Cabeza de Toro — 12 min to the catamarans, so Saona starts at 7 AM with the kids fully fed, not eating a banana in the van.
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Hotel pickup
Door-to-door pickup from any Punta Cana resort
Complimentary air-conditioned shuttle to Cabeza de Toro Marina. Pickup times depend on your resort zone — use the table below as a planning guide.
- Cap Cana / Punta Espada20–30 min
- Punta Cana Village / Westin15–20 min
- Cabeza de Toro5–10 min
- Bávaro / El Cortecito10–15 min
- Arena Gorda / Macao15–25 min
- Uvero Alto30–40 min
- Miches60–75 min
| Resort zone | Drive time |
|---|---|
| Cap Cana / Punta Espada | 20–30 min |
| Punta Cana Village / Westin | 15–20 min |
| Cabeza de Toro | 5–10 min |
| Bávaro / El Cortecito | 10–15 min |
| Arena Gorda / Macao | 15–25 min |
| Uvero Alto | 30–40 min |
| Miches | 60–75 min |
We confirm your exact lobby pickup time the night before by WhatsApp.
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3 hours all-inclusive: all-you-can-drink open bar, snorkeling, dolphins and the legendary sandbar pool party.
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Saona Island Premium 4 Beaches Tour
Premium speedboat tour to 4 of Saona's most beautiful beaches — all inclusive.
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Catalina Island Tour
Snorkel the famous wall reef and unwind on a white-sand beach — All Inclusive with open bar & Dominican buffet.
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Horseback Beach Riding
Trot along untouched Caribbean shoreline at golden hour.
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Off-road buggy ride, private cenote swim & Dominican tastings in the Macao countryside.
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Samaná, Cayo Levantado & El Limón Waterfall
Three of the Dominican Republic's most iconic landscapes in one unforgettable full day from Punta Cana.
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Santo Domingo City Tour: The First City of the Americas
A full day in the UNESCO Colonial Zone — the first European city of the New World, founded in 1498.
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Dominican Adventure Kingdom
Buggies, zipline, horseback, cenote, Taíno culture, Dominican lunch & carnival show — the ultimate all-in-one Punta Cana day.
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Los Ojos Eco Journey
Swim in crystal-clear cenotes inside Punta Cana's protected nature reserve.
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Taíno Night Journey
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Quick comparison
| Tour | From (USD) | Duration | Check availability | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Private Yachts | Price on request tailored quote | 4–8 hours | Check availability | View → |
| Private Catamarans | Price on request tailored quote | 4–8 hours | Check availability | View → |
| Saona Island Premium 4 Beaches Tour | $120 | 8 hours | Check availability | View → |
| Macao Buggy & Cenote Adventure | $55 | 4 hours | Check availability | View → |
| Party Boat & Snorkeling | $75 | 3 hours | Check availability | View → |
| Catalina Island Tour | $99 | 8 hours | Check availability | View → |
| Samaná, Cayo Levantado & El Limón Waterfall | $120 | 13 hours | Check availability | View → |
| Santo Domingo City Tour: The First City of the Americas | $80 | 11 hours | Check availability | View → |
| Dominican Adventure Kingdom | $129 | 8 hours | Check availability | View → |
| Los Ojos Eco Journey | $90 | 4 hours | Check availability | View → |
| Horseback Beach Riding | $65 | 2 hours | Check availability | View → |
| Taíno Night Journey | $139 | 5.5 hours | Check availability | View → |
FAQ
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Is Catamaran Cruise from Iberostar Selection Bávaro included in all-inclusive resort packages?+
No. All-inclusive includes meals and drinks at the resort. Catamaran Cruise from Iberostar Selection Bávaro is sold separately, and the resort tour desk takes a steep commission on top.
How far in advance should I book Catamaran Cruise from Iberostar Selection Bávaro?+
48 hours is comfortable in high season (Dec–Apr) for Catamaran Cruise from Iberostar Selection Bávaro. Off-season (May–Nov) we can usually confirm same-day. WhatsApp answers in minutes from 7 am to 11 pm.
What's the cancellation policy for Catamaran Cruise from Iberostar Selection Bávaro?+
Catamaran Cruise from Iberostar Selection Bávaro cancellations are free up to 24 h before lobby pickup. If we cancel for weather, you keep the option to rebook any future date with no fees.
How much does Catamaran Cruise from Iberostar Selection Bávaro cost vs. booking at the resort?+
Expect to pay 30–50% less on Catamaran Cruise from Iberostar Selection Bávaro versus the lobby kiosk. The savings come from removing 2–3 layers of commission, not from cutting corners on the boat itself.
Is hotel pickup included?+
Round-trip transfer is included in every Catamaran Cruise from Iberostar Selection Bávaro quote. We dispatch from the hotel you give us, drop you back at the same lobby.
Can I pay in cash?+
Yes — USD or DOP work for Catamaran Cruise from Iberostar Selection Bávaro. Card and bank transfer also fine; resort guests pay whichever way is easiest on the day.
How do I book?+
One WhatsApp message with your dates and hotel and we'll send back a firm Catamaran Cruise from Iberostar Selection Bávaro quote, pickup time and pay-on-arrival confirmation.
Do you offer private options?+
Yes. Resort guests regularly upgrade to private Catamaran Cruise from Iberostar Selection Bávaro for honeymoons, anniversaries or bachelor/bachelorette weekends — see our private excursions page.
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