Catamaran Sail, Beach and Lunch
Catamaran day trip to Bacardi Island with beach time and lunch
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Cayo Escondido Tours: Bacardi Island Trips, Prices And Boats
Compare day trips to Cayo Levantado (Bacardi Island) in Samaná Bay, grouped by whale season, waterfalls and Los Haitises combos.
- $28lowest per-person price in the lineup
- About 1 km²Island Size · roughly 100 hectares, with a high point of 24 m
- 5 kmDistance From Samaná · about 3 miles from Samaná; boat taxis leave the Avenida Marina port daily
- Jan 15 to Mar 30Whale Season · official humpback season in Samaná Bay, a marine mammal sanctuary since 1986
Samaná: Los Haitises National Park & Cayo Levantado Island
from $50 per person
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- Duration
- 6 - 9 hours
- Meets
- Samaná Port and Malecón (boat pier)
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation
- Run by
- Whale Punta Cana
Cayo Escondido Tours By The Numbers
35
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$28 to $203
Per-Person Price Range · lowest to highest per-person from-price across the shared tours; private tours are priced separately
1 h 02 min
Drive From Las Terrenas · about 36.3 km to the Samaná pier, free-flow estimate
3 h 01 min
Drive From Santo Domingo · about 165 km by road to the Samaná pier, free-flow estimate
5 h 08 min
Drive From Bávaro · about 322 km by road to the Samaná pier, free-flow estimate; traffic and stops add time
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Entry Form · required for commercial-flight arrivals; cruise ship passengers do not need it
Cayo Escondido Tours By Departure Town
Cayo Levantado From Punta Cana
Rincon Beach and Island, 12 Hours
Pair Playa Rincón with a boat day on Cayo Levantado, from Punta Cana
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Horseback Ride and Island Day
Full-day trip from Punta Cana pairing Samaná town with beach time on Cayo Levantado
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Budget Boat Trip, No Meal
Boat day trip to Cayo Levantado with beach time, from $28
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Buffet Lunch Boat Trip
Full-day boat trip to Cayo Levantado with a buffet lunch included
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From Las Terrenas, Lunch Included
Full-day boat trip from Las Terrenas to Bacardi Island with free time ashore
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Waterfall, Island, Whale Season
Full-day Punta Cana tour pairing El Limón waterfall with a catamaran crossing to Cayo Levantado
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El Limon and Bacardi, Lunch Included
Full-day Punta Cana tour to El Limón waterfall and Bacardi Island, with lunch included and free cancellation
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Full Day Trip, 9 Hours
Nine-hour Samaná day trip from Punta Cana with free cancellation if plans change
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Haitises Caves Plus Island Day
Los Haitises park and Cayo Levantado in one day, with free cancellation and a low from-price
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Catamaran Trip, No Hotel Pickup
Catamaran or boat tour from Samaná to Los Haitises and Cayo Levantado, with lunch included
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Haitises and Island from Samana
Guided day trip from Samaná pairing Los Haitises National Park with island time at Cayo Levantado
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Whales, Island, Free Cancellation
Humpback whale watching in Samaná Bay followed by beach time on Cayo Levantado
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Whales and Island, Beach Lunch
Whale-watching day on Samaná Bay with lunch and beach time on Bacardi Island, run by local operator Ballenas
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Whales and Island from Punta Cana
Seasonal full-day trip from Punta Cana: whale watching in Samaná Bay, then Bacardi Island
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Waterfall, Island, Whale Season
10 - 12.5 hours · Free cancellation
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El Limon and Bacardi, Lunch Included
11 to 12 hours · Free cancellation
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| Tour | Length | Meets | From | Rating | Book |
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| Haitises Caves Plus Island DayWhale Punta Cana | 6-9 h | Samaná Port and Malecón (boat pier) | $50 per person | ★ 4.0252 reviews | Check availability |
| Waterfall, Island, Whale SeasonPa'conoce RD | 10-12.5 h | Bávaro and Punta Cana (hotel pickup area) | $110.40 per person | ★ 4.1233 reviews | Check availability |
| Whales, Island, Free CancellationMoto Marina Tours | 7 h | Samaná Port and Malecón (boat pier) | $84 per person | ★ 4.7224 reviews | Check availability |
| El Limon and Bacardi, Lunch IncludedRunners Adventures | 11-12 h | Bávaro and Punta Cana (hotel pickup area) | $149 per person | ★ 3.6125 reviews | Check availability |
| Catamaran Sail, Beach and LunchRunners Adventures | 11-12 h | Bávaro and Punta Cana (hotel pickup area) | $115 per person | ★ 4.772 reviews | Check availability |
| Budget Boat Trip, No MealMoto Marina Tours | 7 h | Samaná Port and Malecón (boat pier) | $28 per person | ★ 4.739 reviews | Check availability |
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Cayo Escondido Tours Month By Month
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January
Typical figures for January
Season: Wetter Rainy Days: 15 rainy days Sea Temp: 26 C Note: Whale season opens on the 15th; the driest weather has not started yet
Typical High: 28 C
February
Typical figures for February
Season: Drier Rainy Days: 12 rainy days Sea Temp: 26 C Note: Peak of the whale season, with fewer rainy days
Typical High: 29 C
March
Typical figures for March
Season: Drier Rainy Days: 12 rainy days Sea Temp: 26 C Note: Whale season ends on the 30th
Typical High: 29 C
April
Typical figures for April
Season: Drier Rainy Days: 11 rainy days Sea Temp: 27 C Note: Fewest rainy days of the year, calm island days
Typical High: 30 C
May
Typical figures for May
Season: Drier Rainy Days: 13 rainy days Sea Temp: 27 C Note: Rain returns, with the heaviest rainfall of the first half of the year
Typical High: 30 C
June
Typical figures for June
Season: Drier Rainy Days: 13 rainy days Sea Temp: 28 C Note: Atlantic hurricane season starts
Typical High: 31 C
July
Typical figures for July
Season: Wetter Rainy Days: 16 rainy days Sea Temp: 28 C Note: Hot and wetter, still good beach days between showers
Typical High: 31 C
August
Typical figures for August
Season: Wetter Rainy Days: 16 rainy days Sea Temp: 28 C Note: Hot and wetter, hurricane season
Typical High: 31 C
September
Typical figures for September
Season: Wetter Rainy Days: 16 rainy days Sea Temp: 29 C Note: Hurricane season continues
Typical High: 31 C
October
Typical figures for October
Season: Wetter Rainy Days: 17 rainy days Sea Temp: 29 C Note: Most rainy days of the year; hurricane season
Typical High: 31 C
November
Typical figures for November
Season: Wetter Rainy Days: 15 rainy days Sea Temp: 28 C Note: Rainfall peaks; hurricane season ends on the 30th and cruise season opens
Typical High: 29 C
December
Typical figures for December
Season: Wetter Rainy Days: 16 rainy days Sea Temp: 27 C Note: Cooler highs and drier spells as winter builds
Typical High: 28 C
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| Month | Season | Typical High | Rainy Days | Sea Temp | Note |
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| January | Wetter | 28 C | 15 rainy days | 26 C | Whale season opens on the 15th; the driest weather has not started yet |
| February | Drier | 29 C | 12 rainy days | 26 C | Peak of the whale season, with fewer rainy days |
| March | Drier | 29 C | 12 rainy days | 26 C | Whale season ends on the 30th |
| April | Drier | 30 C | 11 rainy days | 27 C | Fewest rainy days of the year, calm island days |
| May | Drier | 30 C | 13 rainy days | 27 C | Rain returns, with the heaviest rainfall of the first half of the year |
| June | Drier | 31 C | 13 rainy days | 28 C | Atlantic hurricane season starts |
| July | Wetter | 31 C | 16 rainy days | 28 C | Hot and wetter, still good beach days between showers |
| August | Wetter | 31 C | 16 rainy days | 28 C | Hot and wetter, hurricane season |
| September | Wetter | 31 C | 16 rainy days | 29 C | Hurricane season continues |
| October | Wetter | 31 C | 17 rainy days | 29 C | Most rainy days of the year; hurricane season |
| November | Wetter | 29 C | 15 rainy days | 28 C | Rainfall peaks; hurricane season ends on the 30th and cruise season opens |
| December | Wetter | 28 C | 16 rainy days | 27 C | Cooler highs and drier spells as winter builds |
Cayo Escondido Tours: Crossing Times By Departure Town
| Samaná Port | Las Terrenas | Santo Domingo | Puerto Plata | Bávaro and Punta Cana | |
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| Drive to the Samaná pier | On site | 1 h 02 min | 3 h 01 min | 4 h 03 min | 5 h 08 min |
| Distance by road | Boat taxi crossing is about 5 km | 36.3 km | 165 km | 230 km | 322 km |
| Tours listed here | 13 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 16 |
| Per-person from-price | $28 to $139 | $125 to $130 | $135 to $179 | $147.25 | $110.40 to $203 |
Where Cayo Escondido Tours Pick Up And Sail
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Tours Linked To These Attractions
- Haitises Caves Plus Island Dayfrom $50 per person
- Waterfall, Island, Whale Seasonfrom $110.40 per person
Tours Linked To These Departure Points
- Whales, Island, Free Cancellationfrom $84 per person
- El Limon and Bacardi, Lunch Includedfrom $149 per person
- Cayo Levantado (Bacardi Island)Attractions
- Salto El Limón WaterfallAttractions · 21 km from Cayo Levantado (Bacardi Island) in a straight line
- Los Haitises National ParkAttractions · 40 km from Cayo Levantado (Bacardi Island) in a straight line
- Playa RincónAttractions · 14 km from Cayo Levantado (Bacardi Island) in a straight line
- Samaná Port and Malecón (boat pier)Departure Points · 7.6 km from Cayo Levantado (Bacardi Island) in a straight line
- Bávaro and Punta Cana (hotel pickup area)Departure Points · 107 km from Cayo Levantado (Bacardi Island) in a straight line
- Las Terrenas (hotel pickup area)Departure Points · 32 km from Cayo Levantado (Bacardi Island) in a straight line
- Santo Domingo (pickup area)Departure Points · 101 km from Cayo Levantado (Bacardi Island) in a straight line
- Puerto Plata (pickup area)Departure Points · 164 km from Cayo Levantado (Bacardi Island) in a straight line
What Travelers Say About Cayo Escondido Tours
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“My guides Miguel and Felix were both informative and fun. They made sure to relay all information given, in my language. The price was well worth the experience.”
“It was a long day with travel but absolutely amazing and breathtaking to see the whales in their own habitat!”
“It is very enjoyable. Our guide Crystal was EXCELLENT. There is the chance you won't see any whales but we was fortunate to see a baby and the mother swim right beside the boat.”
“Tour guide Miguel was amazing. Our driver Billy was great. All the spots were worth the long day! I would definitely recommend. Take a bathing suit, socks, sunscreen, hat, towel.”
Where To Stay Near Cayo Escondido In Samana
Cayo Levantado Resort
Cayo Levantado, Samana
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Hacienda Samana Bay Hotel & Residence
Samaná town
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Bahia Principe Escape Samaná
Samaná area
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What Do Bacardi Island Trips Cost?
Prices across the 35 tours listed here start at $28 per person and top out at $203. The cheapest is a boat-only day trip from Samana, while the most expensive is a Los Haitises, Montana Redonda and island combo.
Is Lunch Included On Cayo Levantado Tours?
Usually, but not always. Several listings name a buffet or Dominican lunch in the itinerary, including the boat trip with buffet lunch from Samana at from $67.
How Do You Reach Cayo Levantado?
By boat, whichever way you start. Samana-based tours cross the bay directly, and Punta Cana full days go by road to the Samaná side, then switch to a boat for the run out to the island; one listing details a catamaran leg from La Cañita.
Do You Need The E-TICKET For A Bacardi Island Tour?
All arriving passengers on commercial flights must fill out the free Dominican Republic e-Ticket before travel. Cruise passengers and ferry travelers do not need it.
Is Hotel Pickup Included On Punta Cana Departures?
Punta Cana departures on this roster generally include hotel pickup and drop-off. Some Samana-based listings leave pickup details unstated, so confirm on the live booking page if you are staying on the peninsula.
Which Months Are Best For A Cayo Levantado Visit?
January through March is the peak window, when humpback whales gather in Samana Bay and the whale-watching tours on this roster run. February and March tend to have fewer rainy days than January, a good window for a beach day.
Cayo Escondido Tours Guides And Answers
Guides
Best Time To Visit
Boat Ride To Cayo Levantado
Cayo Levantado From Punta Cana: Day Trip Options
Cayo Levantado Guide
Cayo Levantado Vs Saona
Crowds And Quiet Hours
El Limon Combos
Food And Lunch
Free Santo Domingo Sights
From Las Terrenas
From Samana
From Santo Domingo
Getting To Cayo Levantado
Island Names Explained
Los Haitises Combos
Punta Cana To Samana
Resort Vs Public Beach
Samana Airport
Samana Bay
Samana Excursions
Samana Travel Guide
Snorkeling Guide
The Beach Itself
Things To Do In Samana
Tour Inclusions
Tour Prices
Tours Compared
Whales Plus Island
What To Bring
Where To Stay
Answers
- Adults Only Question
- Airport To Cayo Levantado
- All Inclusive?
- Best DR Excursion
- Best Island In The DR
- Boat Ride Duration
- Distance From Samana
- El Limon Verdict
- How To Get To Cayo Levantado From Punta Cana
- Is It Private?
- Is Samana Worth It?
- Known For
- Reaching The Resort Island
- Samana Vs Punta Cana
- Same Island, Two Names
- Worth Visiting?