The 15 Best Private Boat Charters in Punta Cana

1.Punta Cana Private Boat (Small Group)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 229 reviews Our pick

Spend three hours on a private catamaran with a captain and crew such as Nine, Frankie, Jerry, or Jaime. Stop to snorkel, swim in a shallow natural pool, and relax with drinks, snacks, a bathroom, and hotel pickup. Confirm the boat capacity and whether fins are supplied before booking.

“They cut out trip short. Their driver never arrived to pick us up and made us call a taxi. Because of this we were 30 min late (though we were ready at the lobby at their stated time) and they did not make this time up on the boat.”

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2.Punta Cana Private Cruise Up To 10 Snorkeling & Seafood lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 169 reviews

Take a private catamaran for up to 10 people along Punta Cana’s coast. Snorkel at Cabeza de Toro, visit a quiet beach, swim in shallow natural pools, and eat seafood grilled aboard the Floating Kitchen. Guides such as Don Julio and Wilkins are known for lively, caring service.

“Absolutely fantastic day on the water with Alvin, Juan, and Alberto! It was the highlight of our weeklong stay in the Dominican Republic, and we would highly recommend it to anyone we know traveling here. The crew made our time so much fun with great music great drinks, food snorkeling, and a little bit of dancing. Thanks for everything!”

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3.Parasailing Yacht Experience in Punta Cana

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 85 reviews · from $65Best value

You’ll ride from your Punta Cana hotel to Power Adventures at Playa El Cortecito, then take a small boat to the parasailing yacht. Expect a brief safety briefing, an advertised 8 to 10 minutes in the air, coastal views, and optional paid photos. Groups are limited to 12.

“Parasailing was a blast, but there were definitely a lot of headaches. The shuttle was 30 minutes late and took over an hour to get to our destination. We only were in the air 6 minutes instead of 10. Others got 10 minutes so it was very irritating. We were also just confused the entire time as to what was going on. Just go with the flow and you’ll have fun!”

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4.VIP Premium Yacht -Party Boat-Brunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 47 reviews

Charter a private catamaran from Punta Cana or Bavaro for about four hours. You’ll snorkel over coral reefs, use paddleboards, visit a natural pool, and enjoy drinks, snacks, and a brunch menu with seafood, meat, or vegetarian options.

“Horrible experience the food is not cooked on board as it seems from the advertisement. This was delivered to us via another boat and they only bought 3 plates that were cold when we had 7 people. The last plates bought were also cold Read more”

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5.Punta Cana Private Boat (BBQ included)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 47 reviews

Book a private Punta Cana catamaran for up to 20 people, with a water slide, snorkeling gear, open bar, BBQ, music, and transport. The four-hour outing suits families, wedding groups, and lively celebrations. Rose handles communication, while the crew keeps the food, drinks, and fun moving.

“Be sure to love water The food was excellent. The staff was exceedingly encouraging and energetic. When you party in a boat like we did make sure you get a good nights sleep the night before because you will become out of this very tired.”

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6.Punta Cana Private Cruise up to 10 people

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 38 reviews

Take a private catamaran from Bávaro to Cabeza de Toro Reef for guided snorkeling, a coral nursery visit, tropical snacks, and an open bar. You’ll finish in a four-foot-deep natural pool with a floating kitchen and bar. Crew members have included Baby and Eduardo.

“The service and the food was exceptional. It was the best excursion we did. I would highly recommend them to anyone.”

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7.Private Yacht in Punta Cana, Unlimited Drinks and HipHop Music

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 21 reviews

Join an accredited captain aboard Picaflor, a private 37-foot yacht for up to 12 people. Cruise from Soles Beach Club to a snorkeling area, dolphin-viewing spot, and natural pool. Enjoy unlimited drinks, snacks, hip-hop music, Wi-Fi, paddle boards, and a floating platform.

“Absolutely incredible experience for me and my sister! From start to finish, this yacht rental exceeded all expectations. The booking process was smooth and professional, with clear communication from Sebastian every step of the way. ThRead more”

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8.Punta Cana Private Boat (Medium Groups)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 19 reviews

You’ll sail on a private catamaran from Punta Cana with your own group, stopping to snorkel and swim in a natural pool. The three-hour package includes transfers, an open bar, snacks, and snorkeling equipment. The listed base price covers up to 20 people, with extra passengers charged separately.

“Loved the staff. The experience was also with all fiends and family. Highly recommend the private if you have fun people with you.”

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9.Private Cruise Party and Snorkeling in Punta Cana

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13 reviews

You’ll spend about three hours aboard a private yacht with Kimbara’s lively crew, including bartender Sarah, plus one hour of transport. Expect an open bar, music, dancing, snorkeling, a natural pool, Dolphin Island views, a sandbar, floating pad, and onboard slide.

“I spend the day with my family in the yacht of Kimbara Travel tours and we had an amazing time. All the workers including the bartender, Sarah were very nice and fun to hang out with.”

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10.Saona Island VIP Experience – Private Boat for Up to 20 People

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 13 reviews · from $2,400

Take a private Saona Island trip for up to 20 people with transport, speedboat and catamaran rides, a Dominican buffet, open bar, and a natural pool. The six-hour plan can be tailored to your group, but confirm pickup time, language support, and the exact price before booking.

“SCAM!!!!!!!! This is not serious at all! They first canceled my tour on Sunday then said that it will be moving on Monday ! Then I came here at the meeting point 15 minutes in advance and nobody came !!!!!!!!!! It’s impossible to contact them they never answer!!!!!!! Don’t book this tour ! I want my refund !!!!”

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11.Experience for families and friends by private boat with pick-up

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews

Spend three hours aboard the private Miss Joma catamaran with hotel pickup, snorkeling, music, drinks, fruit, and snacks. Swim at Bavaro Beach, visit a dolphin-viewing platform, then party in a natural ocean pool. Crew members Michael, Angelina, and Captain Felix help keep the mood moving.

“We had an amazing time. The best experience. The made us comfortable and made sure that the fun didn’t stop. Really great experience. Would book again.”

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12.Private Cruise Party with Drinks and Snorkeling in Punta Cana

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews

You’ll cruise from Playa Bibijagua to Punta Cana’s coral reef, snorkel, enjoy drinks and Caribbean music, use the boat slide, and swim in a natural pool. The crew includes lively entertainers such as Mini Me, with private service for your group of up to 15.

“Amazing experience! Everyone is so kind and everything is safe and so much fun!! They offer yummy snacks, wonderful drinks, and the best time!”

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13.Punta Cana Private Boat Tour with Transportation Included

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 7 reviews

Spend about three hours on a private Punta Cana boat with your own group, transportation, music, dancing, snorkeling, snacks, drinks, and a slide. You will watch dolphins in their natural habitat, visit a beach near Bávaro, and finish at a shallow natural pool with other boats and lively animation.

“We danced to great music, enjoyed tropical drinks, and couldn’t stop . The views were stunning!!”

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14.Private VIP Yacht in Punta Cana

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews

Spend 3 hours and 15 minutes on a private Punta Cana yacht with snorkeling gear, drinks, fruit, dolphin watching, a private beach stop, and time in a natural pool. You set the pace, with pickup offered and only your group aboard.

“Susi is an excellent hostess, just to highlight that you have to check the boats since the photos do not match reality, they give you a boat depending on the people who areAuto-translated”

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15.Private yacht Snorkeling, Lagoon and Wild Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 5 reviews · 3 hours

Spend three hours on a private yacht from Bávaro’s Jellyfish Beach. Snorkel with included gear, stop at a palm-lined beach with swings, and relax in a waist-deep natural pool. Bring your own food and drinks, connect your phone to the sound system, and enjoy a Spanish-speaking crew with a photographer on board.

“Great service! My friends and I had such a good time even with some slightly inclement weather.”

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