If you are traveling to Punta Cana, you are most likely coming to enjoy the beach, the Caribbean sun and the warm waters of the Atlantic ocean. “Why not snorkel a bit”, you might think? This is a legitimate question, as there are some nice snorkeling spots in Punta Cana and beyond – however, they are more difficult to reach than you might think. In this article, I am showing you where to go for a decent snorkeling experience and am also telling you a little secret most people don’t know about Punta Cana.

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Completely UPDATED by your Punta Cana expert Chris: November 2025
(updated prices, removed Saona snorkeling tour, added new photos, extended resort snorkeling section, updated prices, double-checked all information, and more)

Quick overview: the best Punta Cana snorkeling tours

If you don’t want to read this comprehensive article about snorkeling in Punta Cana with much insider information and instead are just looking for the excursion with the best snorkeling in Punta Cana, I have compiled a table with all the important details so you can find the best tour right away.

– Best overall snorkeling in Punta Cana: view tour details here*
– Best adults-only snorkeling in Punta Cana: view tour details here*
– Best family-friendly snorkeling in Punta Cana: view tour details here*
– Best private snorkeling in Punta Cana: view tour details here*

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However, of course, it is recommended to read on to know what to expect when traveling to Punta Cana for snorkeling.

General Information about snorkeling in Punta Cana

 Let’s start right with the secret I mentioned in the title and the introduction. Although Punta Cana is home to the longest reef in the entire Dominican Republic, it is not the best snorkeling place. Yes, there is some decent snorkeling in the area of Punta Cana, and especially for a beginner, it might be awesome. But if you have snorkeled before in some of the most popular destinations worldwide (Maldives, Fiji, Belize, Red Sea, etc.), better come to Punta Cana with lower expectations when it comes to snorkeling.

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 In other words, if you are looking for the best snorkeling destination in the Caribbean, head elsewhere and save your trip to Punta Cana for the next time when (serious) snorkeling is not a crucial activity. Some of the best places for snorkeling in the Caribbean I have visited so far were the Tobago Cays in the Grenadines and the San Blas Islands in Panama. From a worldwide perspective, snorkeling in Fiji partially in the Maldives absolutely blew my mind.

 On the other hand, if you have booked your holiday in Punta Cana and would like to add some fun snorkeling, usually combined with other tour elements such as a catamaran cruise or visiting islands, please read on. I am going to show you what to take care of when looking for the best snorkeling experience in Punta Cana. There are some pretty cool snorkeling excursions – if you know which ones are the best to book (and exactly that’s what I am going to tell you – among some other snorkeling tips like off-resort snorkeling).

 Furthermore, if you are a beginner in snorkeling, the options in Punta Cana will be amazing for you as all reefs and spots are super easy – no currents, usually shallow water and guides who take care of you.

The sunny beach at Royalton Punta Cana, Arena Gorda, with lounge chairs on the sandThe sunny beach at Royalton Punta Cana, Arena Gorda, with lounge chairs on the sand

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The (best) snorkeling in Punta Cana and beyond

The best Punta Cana coral reef

As mentioned, Punta Cana’s coastline is dominated by a large reef that breaks the waves far away from the shoreline – this is one of the reasons why Punta Canas’ beaches are so gorgeous and usually free of major waves.

However, this reef is far away from the coast and not suitable for snorkeling, not even with a boat or a snorkeling tour.

A much more accessible reef is located close to Cabeza de Toro. It doesn’t have a proper name, but it is not more than a mile away from some of the all-inclusive resorts in Cabeza de Toro, such as Serenade Punta Cana, Catalonia Punta Cana or Dreams Flora Punta Cana. The reef is particularly recommendable for two reasons and therefore much better than the standard reef where most of the Punta Cana snorkeling tours are heading to.

First of all, you have higher biodiversity. Among others, you can see parrot fish, sergeant major, butterflyfish, yellow snappers, squirrelfish, glasseye snapper and angelfish. When I snorkeled there, I saw more species of fish than with most of the snorkeling tours starting from Bavaro Beach.

Second, the reef is part of a restoration and rehabilitation project. This means the tour companies take special care of this coral reef and support nature so that more fish and corals will find a new home here. This is happening in a sustainable way.

If you want to experience this reef, you can check out this Eco-Snorkeling adventure here*. This private tour comes with the advantage of many customization options as the tour can be completely adjusted to your needs.

But also this family-friendly snorkeling excursion* as well as the famous adults-only snorkeling catamaran with seafood lunch* head to the Cabeza de Toro reef, where you can get the best snorkeling experience in Punta Cana and the entire east of the Dominican Republic.

The best Punta Cana snorkeling excursion

If a private snorkeling excursion in Punta Cana is not what you’re looking for, don’t worry. In recent years, some pretty cool snorkel tours have been introduced into the market, which constantly satisfy the clients and always get raving reviews. The first three tours mentioned in the following section are all heading to the Cabeza de Toro reef mentioned above. They are particularly convincing with personalized customer service, high quality and constant attention to detail. You really can’t go wrong with these tours.

The following tours are among the excursions with the best snorkeling in Punta Cana 2026.

Small-Group Sailing and Snorkeling Catamaran Tour* – current rating 4.93/5.00 (as of November 2025), incl. pick-up from all hotels in Punta Cana; small group guaranteed with this Punta Cana snorkeling tour, as it is limited to a maximum of 16 guests. Snacks and drinks are included and this tour also heads to the Cabeza de Toro reef. >> Book this tour here*

Adults only Lux Coral Nursery Snorkeling* – current rating 4.91/5.00 (as of November 2025), incl. pick-up from all hotels in Punta Cana. This tour is usually heading to the Cabeza de Toro reef described above and is part of the reef restoration project. A fresh seafood lunch is included in this tour. This Punta Cana excursion is adults-only, check the tour below for the family option of this tour. >> Book this tour here*

Family-friendly snorkel lovers tour* – current rating 4.94/5.00 (as of November 2025), incl. pick-up from all hotels in Punta Cana. This tour is usually heading to the Cabeza de Toro reef described above and is part of the reef restoration project. A fresh seafood lunch is included in this tour. This Punta Cana excursion is family-friendly, check the tour above for the adults-only option of this tour. >> Book this tour here*

Booze cruise with snorkeling experience* – current rating 4.5/5.00 (as of November 2025); incl. pick-up from all hotels in Punta Cana. This tour focuses more on the catamaran cruise and just offers a rather quick snorkeling stop at the Playa Bavaro reef in Punta Cana. It is more of a party boat with a snorkeling stop than a full snorkeling excursion. Compared to the other premium tours mentioned above, this is a rather standard option and at the same time the cheapest one of the snorkeling excursions in Punta Cana presented here. >> Book this tour here*

Many catamarans and boats in Punta Cana, Dominican RepublicMany catamarans and boats in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

Snorkeling off the resort in Punta Cana/Bavaro

 With around 40 miles of coastline in the Punta Cana area, there should be some snorkeling opportunities right off the beach, people might think. That’s why visitors often raise the question which resorts in Bavaro and Punta Cana are the best to snorkel right off the beach? 

 To be honest, there is no great snorkeling in front of any resort as the large Punta Cana reef surrounding the whole area is usually half a mile off the coast – too far to swim.

Still, snorkeling right from your resort is important for you; there are still a few options you can try – even though you shouldn’t expect a colourful underwater world. But if you’re lucky, you see a few fish and maybe even turtles.

  • The best bet for a snorkeling resort in Punta Cana would be the few resorts in Cabeza de Toro, especially the ones around Sunscape Coco (check prices here*), Hyatt Vivid (check prices here*) and Dreams Flora Punta Cana (check prices here*), as there is a small reef close to the beach, towards the left when you come from the hotel to the beach (going to the northwest direction).
  • Turtles have frequently been reported at the eastern end of the Barceló Beach, hence you can just walk there from Barceló Bavaro Beach (check prices here*), Barceló Bavaro Palace (check prices here*) and Lopesan Costa Bavaro (check prices here*) and go into the water to see if you can spot the turtles.
  • You can also check out the Bayahibe area (approx. 1 hour away from Punta Cana), as there are some smaller partially artificial reefs accessible from the shore, especially along the resorts Dreams Dominicus (check prices here*), Viva Wyndham Dominicus Beach (check prices here*), Catalonia Royal (check review of Catalonia Bayahibe here) and Iberostar Hacienda (check prices here*). 

Again, none of these suggestions offers out-of-the-world snorkeling; it’s just a nice add-on if you stay there anyway. To be honest, I wouldn’t book any of those resorts just for their snorkeling opportunities. Better pick the resort that best fits your travel preferences (here it is explained how).

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The coastline at Punta Cana Barceló Bavaro Palace ResortThe coastline at Punta Cana Barceló Bavaro Palace Resort

Snorkeling at Isla Saona

 Isla Saona is by far the most popular excursion for all Punta Cana visitors – and it is, without a question, a stunning one. Marvelous beaches, turquoise ocean (with a color which appears too blue to be true …), stunning scenery and on most occasions and animated party cruise are a combination hard to resist when looking for a typical Caribbean holiday experience. And indeed, I can confirm, the excursion is amazing and will fulfill all your ideas of a picture-perfect tropical backdrop as you can also see here in my complete guide about Isla Saona.

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While some tours to Isla Saona also include a snorkeling stop at an artificial reef consisting of a wreck and an old jetty devastated by a hurricane some years ago, which is home to some species of fish, snorkeling at Saona is subpar and the diversity of species low, maybe due to the many tours stopping here. Depending on the visibility, sometimes the wreck is also too deep to have a clear view – hence don’t except too much from your Saona excursion in terms of snorkeling.

The beautiful and remote village of Mano Juan at Isla Saona in the Dominican RepublicThe beautiful and remote village of Mano Juan at Isla Saona in the Dominican Republic

Snorkeling at Isla Catalina

 If you are looking for a great place to snorkel around Punta Cana but still not too far away, Isla Catalina is your place to go. Isla Catalina is an island off the coast of La Romana, a major city in the Dominican Republic, approximately 45 miles away from Punta Cana. It features two snorkeling spots – the reef called “The Wall” and some off-shore snorkeling right at the place where you spend your time for lunch, sunbathing and relaxing. “The Wall” is sometimes considered to be one of the best reefs in the whole area of La Romana and Bayahibe.

 The best way to go to Isla Catalina is by an organized excursion. You get picked up from your hotel in Punta Cana, head to La Romana and then change onto a catamaran for a relaxing and fun cruise. The snorkeling stop is on the way to Isla Catalina. Honestly, I wasn’t super impressed by the snorkeling, but it was way better than at Isla Saona, so it is a decent choice. However, I loved the whole excursion, especially as it was a full catamaran excursion where you get drinks, music, food and you can explore a new island, so I can highly recommend this excursion from Punta Cana. 

For this Catalina Island tour from Punta Cana, you have two options:

Option 1:
Isla Catalina Standard Excursion* – current rating 4.64/5.00. This is the regular excursion you get when booking an Isla Catalina snorkeling tour. It includes transfers from Punta Cana, a snorkeling stop, lunch, drinks and time on the island.

Option 2:
Isla Catalina Premium Excursion* – current rating 4.89/5.00. This is one of the best excursions in the Dominican Republic you can book. It includes snorkeling at the Catalina reef “The Wall”, a premium lunch, open-bar and shore snorkeling right from the beach of Isla Catalina. Transfers for all Bayahibe all-inclusive resorts are included, for Punta Cana hotels transfers can be arranged for an extra charge depending on the group size.

 I have written a comprehensive article about Isla Catalina here if you are interested in further information. 
If you are looking for private tours to Isla Catalina, check out this article.

Our excursion to the beautiful Isla Catalina, south of La RomanaOur excursion to the beautiful Isla Catalina, south of La Romana

Snorkeling during Punta Canas booze cruises and catamaran trips

 Isla Saona and Isla Catalina are both around an hour driving away from Punta Cana, from most all-inclusive resorts in the area it is even around 1.5 hours. If you would rather like to start a boat trip right from your accommodation than drive so far, there are also several boat trips available that begin right off the beach in Bavaro and Punta Cana. There are plenty of choices, among them party-infested booze cruises, elegant catamaran trips or a combination of both, using various styles of boats including yachts, glass-bottom boats, pirate ships and many more.

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 Some of those tours include a snorkeling stop on a little reef off the coast from Bavaro. Compared to Isla Saona you might indeed see an abundance of fish – but only because they are attracted and fed with bread when the tours are coming. Furthermore, it is kind of a monoculture, with most of the species being of the same kind. 

 Therefore, the booze cruises and catamaran trips along the coast of Bavaro and Punta Cana are fun with some nice scenery and it’s worth to go, but don’t book those tours if you are looking for excellent snorkeling experiences (as long as you are not a beginner). 

An excursion by catamaran in Punta CanaAn excursion by catamaran in Punta Cana

Punta Cana Marinarium

 The Punta Cana Marinarium is another tour you can book while on vacation in Bavaro and Punta Cana. Compared to the other snorkeling spots presented above, it brings you a different experience as you have the opportunity to swim and snorkel with stingrays and nurse sharks.

 However, as most of the world-wide animal encounters, this comes along with serious limitations of the freedom of those animals. The whole area is mainly fenced off, taking away all the unspoiled beauty of this ocean paradise. The animals are visited and touched multiple times during the day, probably 365 days a year. They live in small crowded pools and are captured, they don’t have any freedom. That’s why the Punta Cana Marinarium makes it to our list of the excursions not to do in Punta Cana. The same by the way applies to any dolphin experience in Punta Cana.

 Please consider seriously if you’d enjoy this type of snorkeling experience.

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Snorkeling in the Bay of Samaná

 The best snorkeling reachable from Punta Cana in terms of a day trip is located in the bay of Samaná, which has two stunning reefs: “The Wall” and “La Farola”. 

 While “The Wall” is located right next to the famous “Bacardi Island” Cayo Levantado, “La Farola” is a sunken ferry between Cayo Levantado and the city of Samaná. I visited both spots and especially La Farola was top-notch, with an incredible abundance of fish and the best snorkeling I had in the eastern part of the Dominican Republic. 

 However, it would be too easy if such an amazing snorkeling spot were easily reachable from the all-inclusive resorts in Bavaro and Punta Cana. While it is indeed, as mentioned, only a few hours away and possible as a day-trip, there is, unfortunately, no organized excursion that visits the Bay of Samaná just for snorkeling.

 Therefore you only have two options: either you book a pricey private tour from Bavaro or Punta Cana (contact me for tour operator details) or you’ll take advantage of the various group excursions heading towards Cayo Levantado and charter a fishing boat for a quick one-hour side trip while your group has free time on Cayo Levantado. 

The island Cayo Levantado in the bay of Samana, also called Bacardi IslandThe island Cayo Levantado in the bay of Samana, also called Bacardi Island

The best combo excursions with snorkeling

If you definitely want to snorkel in Punta Cana but also want to do other activities while on vacation in the Dominican Republic, you can consider a combo excursion. These tour packages usually include different activities such as ziplining, buggy adventures or parasailing and are combined with a snorkeling experience, hence you have multiple activities in one day (or – in exceptional cases – in 2 days).

The big advantage of this is that those combo packages save you time and money. For example, instead of booking two separate excursions for 70 USD each (= 140 USD in total) and having to take shuttles out of your all-inclusive resort in Punta Cana for two consecutive days, a snorkeling package combined with other activities cost (just as an example) 100 USD and can be done in one full day.

Some of the best combo excursions in Punta Cana with snorkeling are presented in the widget below. Feel free to check them out depending on which other activities you’re interested in.

Snorkeling in the Dominican Republic

 I hope I have not destroyed your vacation dreams with this blogpost. As mentioned, snorkeling is possible around Punta Cana and might be even great for beginners, but experienced snorkelers can easily be disappointed. However, if you are planning to see more from the Dominican Republic than just Bavaro and Punta Cana, there are amazing snorkeling options available. As those are quite far away from the Punta Cana area, they are only suitable if you are keen to stay several nights in other regions and discover the country on a road-trip. Contact me here if you are looking for help crafting an amazing off-the-beaten-track itinerary for your holiday in the Dominican Republic.

Snorkeling at Cayo Arena

 One of the best spots to snorkel in the entire Dominican Republic is the tiny little sandbar of Cayo Arena. It is one of the most picturesque sceneries in the country, as it is just a sandbar in the open ocean surrounded by shallow water and an impressive reef. It is the perfect spot for snorkeling. You can see tons of colorful fish of all different species and if you are there in the early morning or late afternoon, you have the whole reef on your own.

 Cayo Arena is located approximately a 20-minute boat ride away from Punta Rucia, a tiny sleepy fishing town west of Puerto Plata. Punta Rucia itself is already an attraction itself as it has the charm of a seaside village like 30 years ago. Time seems to have forgotten this place. 

 From Punta Rucia, you can easily get a small boat that brings you to Cayo Arena. Alternatively, there are tours offered from Puerto Plata and beyond*. However, I highly recommend spending the night in Punta Rucia and heading off individually the next morning. Read more information here on how you can get from Punta Cana to Puerto Plata and vice versa.

How to get to the area: follow the ultimate Dominican Republic itinerary and overnight in Punta Rucia
How to get to the snorkeling place: take a boat ride from Punta Rucia and enjoy this fantastic reef
Where to stay: Corales Guesthouse* (if you are on a budget) or at Punta Rucia Lodge* (if you’d like to splurge a bit).

The best snorkeling in the Dominican Republic - Cayo Arena close to Punta RuciaThe best snorkeling in the Dominican Republic - Cayo Arena close to Punta Rucia

Snorkeling in Sosua

 Sosua is a town on the Dominican Republics’ north coast with a kind of sketchy image, especially at night. However, it also hosts a beautiful beach – Sosua Beach – which is widely known and especially popular with locals at the weekend. It is also one of the best options for off-the-beach snorkeling without the need for a boat or an excursion – so why not give it a try. Playa Sosua is home to a vibrant coral reef with different species of tropical fish.

How to get to the area: follow the ultimate Dominican Republic itinerary and overnight in Sosua or Cabarete
How to get to the snorkeling place: head to Sosua beach and snorkel right off the beach
Where to stay: Velero Beach Resort* (mid-price) or Ultraviolet Boutique Residences* (upscale)

Snorkeling in Las Galeras

Another snorkeling spot in the Dominican Republic is Las Galeras. The village is famous for its amazing beaches, which are part of the Samaná peninsula, among them Playa Frontón, Playa Rincón and Playa Colorada.

For snorkeling around Las Galeras, you can consider Playa Aserradero (I wasn’t impressed though) and Playa Frontón. Both beaches are offering on-shore snorkeling and are therefore a great spot for snorkeling in the Dominican Republic. Just note that Playa Frontón can only be reached by boat (or walking). You can even book a Playa Frontón snorkeling tour here* (which includes others of Samanás’ amazing beaches as well).

If you want to visit Las Galeras, you can check out the 3-day Samaná itinerary from Punta Cana or the ultimate Dominican Republic itinerary (1 week, 10 days, 2 weeks or more), depending on how much time you have and how many days you want to spend outside of Punta Cana.

How to get to the area: follow the Samaná itinerary from Punta Cana and overnight in Las Terrenas or Las Galeras
How to get to the snorkeling place: head to Playa Aserradero or Playa Frontón and snorkel right off the beach
Where to stay: 21 Palms* (value option) or Chalet Tropical* (comfort option)

The incredibly beautiful Aserradero Beach in Las Galeras, next to Wyndham Alltra SamanaThe incredibly beautiful Aserradero Beach in Las Galeras, next to Wyndham Alltra Samana

Snorkeling at Silver Banks

 You are looking for a once-in-a-lifetime snorkeling experience in the Dominican Republic? Then Silver Banks might be the place to go for you, as long as you have some spare change available.

 Silver Banks is a submerged bank in the Atlantic Ocean between the territories of the Dominican Republic and Turks & Caicos. The area is famous for being home to one of the largest humpback whale populations during the migration season, which is usually from January to March. Due to the remote area, which requires a multi-day trip by boat to reach it, interaction with the whales is still possible in a very sustainable way and reaches face-to-face encounters in the water, which is hardly possible anywhere else in the world. You can actually snorkel and swim with whales, which is a big difference from the regular whale watching tours in the Bay of Samaná.

 Unfortunately, I haven’t had the opportunity yet to experience this adventure on my own, so I can’t share any personal experiences of the Silver Banks trip with you.

If you are interested about whale watching in the Dominican Republic, you can continue reading here.

How to get to the area, the snorkling place and where to stay: book a 7-day Silver Banks cruise ($$$$$)

 What do you think about the snorkeling options in Punta Cana and beyond? Are you keen to go on one of the mentioned excursions? Do you have any questions? Which is your favorite spot to snorkel? Or maybe you have already been snorkeling in the Dominican Republic and can share your highlights with us? I am delighted to read in the comments about any snorkeling experience you might have had.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can you snorkel in Punta Cana?

Yes, snorkeling in Punta Cana is possible. The best way to go snorkeling is through one of the amazing and well-reviewed snorkeling excursions in Punta Cana presented above. They usually last half a day and are great for beginners.

Is Punta Cana good for snorkeling?

Punta Cana can’t compete with famous snorkeling destinations around the world such as the Maldives or the Red Sea. However, especially if you want to have a relaxed day out on the ocean with some snorkeling stops, Punta Cana is a decent option.

What is the best snorkeling resort in Punta Cana?

There is no real snorkeling resort in Punta Cana. Snorkeling from resorts in Punta Cana is close to non-existent. Your best bet in Punta Cana would be the resorts in Cabeza de Toro. Alternatively, check out the Bayahibe resorts which offer slightly more snorkeling off the beach than Punta Cana.

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