Samana Whale Watching + Cayo Levantado + Punta Cana Pickup

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Pricing:

  • Free cancellationup to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
  • Reserve Now and Pay Later – Secure your spot while staying flexible

Planning Your Next Adventure

Trip details

Pricing:

  • Free cancellationup to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
  • Reserve Now and Pay Later – Secure your spot while staying flexible

What Is Included

Not Included

Pickup details

Hotel pickup is available from selected hotels and designated meeting points.
Pickup times may start as early as 6:00 AM and vary depending on location and logistics.

If your accommodation is not included in the pickup list, you may meet us at Blue Mall, where pickup will be provided.

Exact pickup time and location will be confirmed after booking.
Please be ready at least 10 minutes before your scheduled pickup time.

Meeting point

BlueMall Puntacana
Blvd. Turístico del Este, Punta Cana 23000, Dominican Republic

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

Discover Your Dream Vacation

Overview

This experience is a full-day tour that combines wildlife, adventure, and relaxation in one complete journey through the Samaná Peninsula. Instead of focusing on a single activity, travelers explore several of the region’s most iconic highlights in one well-organized itinerary.

From January to March, the tour includes the opportunity to observe humpback whales in their natural habitat in Samaná Bay. Outside of whale season, the experience focuses on Samaná’s scenic landscapes and natural attractions.

The tour also features a horseback ride through tropical trails to the impressive El Limón Waterfall, followed by free time on the white-sand beaches of Cayo Levantado (Bacardi Island). A traditional Dominican lunch, professional guides, and organized transportation ensure a smooth and memorable full-day experience.

This tour is ideal for travelers who want to see more of Samaná in one day while enjoying a balance of nature, adventure, and relaxation.

Note: Whale sightings are seasonal

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Itinerary

Samana Bay

Samaná Bay is one of the most important whale-watching destinations in the Caribbean. Each year from January to March, humpback whales migrate to these warm waters for mating and calving. During the tour, travelers will have the opportunity to observe these majestic marine mammals in their natural habitat while learning about their behavior from the guide. Whale sightings are seasonal and depend on natural conditions. 
3 hours • Admission Ticket Free

El Limón Waterfall is one of the most famous natural attractions in the Samaná Peninsula. This impressive 60-meter (197-foot) waterfall cascades into a natural pool surrounded by lush tropical vegetation. Travelers will have time to enjoy the scenery, take photos, and cool off in the refreshing water. The waterfall is accessed via nature trails, offering a true jungle experience.
2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

The journey to El Limón Waterfall includes a scenic horseback ride through tropical trails, passing palm trees, rivers, and local countryside. This relaxed ride allows travelers to enjoy the natural beauty of the area at a comfortable pace. Horses are guided and suitable for beginners, making this an enjoyable and memorable way to explore the landscape. 
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Cayo Levantado, also known as Bacardi Island, is a small tropical island famous for its white-sand beaches and crystal-clear turquoise waters. Travelers will have free time to relax on the beach, swim, or simply enjoy the beautiful surroundings. The island’s postcard-perfect scenery makes it one of the highlights of any visit to Samaná. 
2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

The Samaná Peninsula is known for its untouched nature, lush mountains, and scenic coastline. Throughout the tour, travelers will experience panoramic views of tropical forests, coastal landscapes, and small local communities. This region offers a perfect combination of adventure, nature, and Caribbean charm. 
2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

What People Are Saying

Our Reviews

With more than 200 five-star reviews, our guests can’t stop raving about their
UNFORGETTABLE BOAT TRIP PUNTA CANA ADVENTURE!

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Very good experience i love this place !!!
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Have a great experience !! And really recommend it !
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Great experience ! All well organizes , staff are great .
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Very beautiful 😀😀😀😀
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Excelente Bueno enolvidable
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I had a wonderful time with Boat Trips Club from the moment I stepped onto the catamaran. The atmosphere was so much fun, with music, dancing, drinks, and an incredible photographer onboard who made me feel like a queen in the Caribbean. We stopped to swim at one of the most beautiful locations, where Pirates of the Caribbean was filmed, and the scenery was absolutely breathtaking. From there, we continued on to Saona Island, where we enjoyed a delicious lunch and had time to relax and take in the beauty of the beach. All of the guides were incredibly helpful, kind, and professional throughout the entire day. They made sure everyone was comfortable, having a great time, and knew what to expect at each stop. Taking the speedboat back was the perfect way to end an already amazing day. It was such a fun combination of adventure, relaxation, beautiful scenery, music, and great energy. I would absolutely recommend Boat Trips Club for an unforgettable day in the Dominican Republic!
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Lindo lugar para vacacionar gracias boat trips club
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10/10 an incredible experience
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Great boat trip, great staff! Daniel is the best
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Excelente Excelente experiencia 100% recomendable Lo repetiría sin dudar
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Great service. We had a wonderful experience; it was our first time in Bávaro, Punta Cana. Thanks to Boat Trips Club for making our vacation beautiful—we highly recommend them; they are great people.
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🙂🙂 Fue una de las mejores experiencias vividas me encantó
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😍 C’est le meilleure water expérience great que j’avais vu dans ma vie Andrénalina full
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Very good todoooooo muy buena attention los muchacho La pase muy bien me Stratton excellent muy burna personas
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Losbmejore Fui con mi esposa y nos encantó trto
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Excelente Iremos pronto me encantó la aventura 😊 gracias
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Excelente De locos los mejores me encantó el trato son genial
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Execional La mejor aventura me enacnto ire casi casi
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Fantastico!! Bellissima esperienza, divertimento assicurato!