Punta Cana
El Cortecito private chef for villa renters and special occasions
Private chefs delivered to villas and suites in El Cortecito: 4-course Caribbean, fresh-fish ceviche bar, Dominican BBQ, kid-friendly menus and dietary requests (kosher, halal, vegan, gluten-free). Chef shops in the morning, cooks in your kitchen, washes up before he leaves.
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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 → |
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Is El Cortecito private chef included in all-inclusive resort packages?+
No — all-inclusive covers food and drink, not El Cortecito private chef. The resort sells it separately at a heavy mark-up; we sell direct from the operator.
How far in advance should I book El Cortecito private chef?+
Aim for 48 h notice on El Cortecito private chef if you can. We've confirmed bookings 2 hours before pickup before — message us and we'll tell you honestly whether a captain is free.
What's the cancellation policy for El Cortecito private chef?+
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before pickup for almost every El Cortecito private chef option. Bad-weather days are rebooked at no cost.
How much does El Cortecito private chef cost vs. booking at the resort?+
El Cortecito private chef from us runs 30–50% under resort lobby pricing. Same boat, same crew, same lunch — minus the OTA-to-concierge-to-guest commission stack.
Is hotel pickup included?+
Always. The El Cortecito private chef rate you see already includes the round-trip transfer from your hotel — no separate "transport fee" tacked on at the end.
Can I pay in cash?+
Yes — USD or DOP work for El Cortecito private chef. Card and bank transfer also fine; villa renters and special occasions pay whichever way is easiest on the day.
How do I book?+
Send your El Cortecito private chef request to WhatsApp: dates, hotel, villa renters and special occasions count. We reply with a firm number, lock the slot when you say yes, and confirm driver/captain the day before.
Do you offer private options?+
El Cortecito private chef private is bookable for any size group from 2 to 30. We quote shared and private together so the upgrade math is obvious.
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