Buffet Lunch Boat Trip

Samaná: Cayo Levantado Island Boat Trip with Buffet Lunch

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8 hours, buffet lunch on the beach included, free cancellation.

from $67 per person

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Duration: 8 hours
Meeting point: Samaná Port and Malecón (boat pier)
Cancellation: Free cancellation
Meal: Meal included
Run by: Whale Punta Cana

Overview

A catamaran or boat carries you from Samaná Port across the bay to Cayo Levantado, the island also known as Bacardi Island, where the day is yours to spend as you like. The whole excursion runs about 8 hours. Once you step off, there is no fixed program: swim, walk the beach, play volleyball, snorkel, take photos, or find shade and do nothing at all.

Food and drink are part of the package. A Dominican buffet is served on the beach, and reviewers describe it in detail: meat, fish, rice, salad, fruit and fried bananas. Each adult also gets one piña colada, alcoholic or not, with other drinks such as Coco Loco and Cuba Libre mentioned as options on the island. All taxes and local taxes are covered in the ticket.

This trip suits travellers who want a low-effort beach day with the logistics handled. It is not a guided sightseeing tour. The listing does not include hotel pickup, so you need to make your own way to Samaná Port.

What's Included

Included

One piña colada with or without alcohol per adult
Buffet lunch on the beach
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Local taxes
Beverages

Itinerary

Make your way to Samaná PortThe listing does not include pickup, so you arrange your own arrival at the port where the boat departs.
Boat or catamaran crossingA daily boat or catamaran transfer carries you across Samaná Bay to Cayo Levantado, also called Bacardi Island.
Free time on the islandThe bulk of the day is unstructured. Swim, snorkel, play volleyball, walk, photograph, or rest in the shade with a drink.
Buffet lunch on the beachA Dominican buffet is served on the sand. Reviewers mention meat, fish, rice, salad, fruit and fried bananas.
Return crossing to Samaná PortThe boatman remains on the island during the day, and one reviewer said returns were possible whenever the group was ready.

What To Expect From The Tour

A few practical points will help you plan the day and avoid surprises on the dock.

Getting there. Hotel pickup is not part of this ticket. You need to reach Samaná Port on your own, so factor that travel into your morning.
Pace of the day. This is a relaxed beach day, not a packed excursion. One reviewer described the pace as relaxed and not at all tiring, and the structure leaves long stretches of free time to fill as you please.
Food and drink. The buffet is served on the beach and includes Dominican dishes. One piña colada per adult is included, alcoholic or alcohol-free, and reviewers repeatedly praise both the food and the drink.
Bring beach basics. The listing does not provide a packing list, but the day revolves around swimming, sun and sand. Swimwear, sun protection and a towel are the obvious kit.
Staff on hand. Reviewers across the board call the crew friendly, organized and accommodating. The boatman stays on the island and helps with local communication, which one traveller specifically appreciated.
Snorkel and camera. The listing names snorkeling and photography among the free-time options. If you want either, bring your own gear, since the listing does not mention equipment being provided.

Common issues. The main practical limit is that pickup is not included, so you must get yourself to Samaná Port. One reviewer reported that the booked excursion did not run as scheduled and they were offered a different combination, a whale watching tour followed by island time, which they accepted. Another reviewer had their trip rebooked and a refund issued when their schedule changed. Pets are not allowed.

Common Questions

What Is Included In The Price?

The ticket covers the boat or catamaran transfer from Samaná Port to Cayo Levantado, a Dominican buffet lunch on the beach, one piña colada per adult with or without alcohol, other beverages, and all taxes, fees and handling charges including local taxes.

Is Hotel Pickup Included?

No. This product does not include pickup, so you need to make your own way to Samaná Port for the departure.

How Long Is The Tour?

The full experience lasts about 8 hours, including the crossing, free time on the island and the buffet lunch.

What Is The Food Like?

A Dominican buffet is served on the beach. Reviewers mention meat, fish, rice, salad, fruit and fried bananas, and several describe the lunch and the piña colada as very good.

Can I Cancel If My Plans Change?

Yes. The listing allows cancellation up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. One reviewer also reported an easy rebooking and refund when their schedule changed.

Can I Bring My Dog?

No. The listing states that pets are not allowed on this trip.