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diving catalina island from punta cana

Description
? Overview
Embark on a full-day diving and beach excursion from Punta Cana to Isla Catalina — a beautiful Caribbean island off the coast of La Romana. Travel by bus and catamaran, dive in crystal-clear waters at prime reef spots, then relax on a white-sand beach with food, drinks, and island vibes.
✅ Highlights
Two guided scuba dives (~ 40–45 minutes each) at top dive spots: “The Wall” — a majestic coral wall — and “Aquarium” — known for rich marine life.
Return catamaran ride and bus transportation included, with hotel pickup and drop-off in Punta Cana.
Dominican-style buffet lunch with barbecue, plus a beach-bar with drinks (alcoholic & non-alcoholic).
Time to relax on the beach — swim, sunbathe, enjoy the Caribbean scenery, and take in the island atmosphere.
? Full Description
Your adventure begins with a convenient hotel pickup. You travel by bus through lush sugar-cane countryside to La Romana, then board a motorized catamaran for a scenic ride to Isla Catalina. Upon arrival, you dive first at The Wall — a dramatic coral reef wall — then head to the “Aquarium,” another dive site famed for vibrant marine life. Each dive lasts about 40–45 minutes.
After diving, you’ll transfer to the island’s beach area. There, enjoy a delicious Dominican buffet lunch with barbecue and access to a beach-bar serving drinks. The rest of the day is yours to unwind — swim in turquoise waters, stroll on white sand, sunbathe or simply relax by the sea. Later in the afternoon, board the catamaran for the return journey, ending a roughly 10-hour long excursion back at Punta Cana.
? What’s Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off by bus/minivan
Motorized catamaran transportation to and from Isla Catalina
Two guided scuba dives with instructor (equipment provided)
Dominican buffet lunch with barbecue
Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks at beach-bar
Access to the beach on Isla Catalina
Opportunity to relax, swim and enjoy the island setting
? What to Bring
Towel
Sunglasses
Biodegradable sunscreen
(If required) Diver certification
Biodegradable insect repellent GetYourGuide+1
❤️ Why Travelers Love It
Because of the vibrant coral reefs and clear Caribbean waters around Isla Catalina — the diving spots are considered among the most beautiful in the region.
It combines adventure (scuba diving) with relaxation (beach, lunch, drinks) — a perfect balance for travelers who want both excitement and chill time.
Easy, inclusive logistics — transportation, dives, food and drinks are all arranged. No hassle, just enjoy.
Friendly, multilingual diving instructors and a small-group format that feels personal and safe.
Important Note
After completing your reservation, our team will contact you one day before your tour to confirm your exact hotel / Airbnb pickup time or meeting point.
If you selected a meeting point during your booking, please note that your reservation is fully confirmed — simply arrive at the chosen location at the scheduled time.
Please ensure the WhatsApp number, phone number, or email you entered during booking is correct so we can reach you smoothly.
For any changes to your reservation, weather questions, or special requests, feel free to contact us:
- 📞 Barbara (WhatsApp): +1 829-318-9463
- 📞 Dary (WhatsApp): +1 829-754-6322
- 📧 Email: [email protected]
We look forward to welcoming you! 🌴✨
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Reviews
This tour was an eye opener and exceeded expectations. I learnt so much from the well trained guide.
This tour has something for everyone! A good chance to try something new. Highly recommend for visitors and locals.
My highlight was definitely the local guide! The tour guide really showed us the ropes! We got a chance to go on a great tour with new friends!
If you ever wanted to go where will and give all in a heart wow! If so this is a team and trip all worth there all can see wow cheers.
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