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Small Group Snorkeling Cruise with Open Bar and Light Snacks
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Happy Fish Catamarans Punta Cana runs a shared snorkeling cruise to the Cabeza de Toro reserve near Cabo Engaño. It lasts 3.5 hours and costs from $89 per adult. Your hotel pickup comes before the 9 a.m. or 2 p.m. departure. You can also meet at Plaza Bibijagua. The boat takes at most 27 guests with paddleboards to use at the sandbar.
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Small Group Snorkeling Cruise with Open Bar and Light Snacks at a glance
| Where | Cabeza de Toro reserve near Cabo Engaño |
| Duration | 3.5 hours |
| Price | from $89 per adult |
| Departs | 9 a.m. or 2 p.m. daily |
| Pickup | Selected Punta Cana hotels or Plaza Bibijagua meeting point |
| Ages | Tickets for ages 1 to 99, children with an adult |
| Group | Shared catamaran, 27 guests maximum |
| Level | Swimmers |
| Main trade-off | Snacks without lunch |
| Guide languages | German, English, Spanish, French |
| Cancellation | Full refund until 24 hours before the start; nothing after |
Read from the operator's listing on the booking page, October 30, 2026. The price is the tour's starting price in U.S. dollars, re-read every day, last on . Children pay less.
What's included
- Local guides
- Bottled water
- Hotel pickup and drop-off on Air Conditioned vehicles
- Stand Up Paddle Board, Slide Toboggan
- Use of snorkeling equipment
- Restroom on board
- Alcoholic beverages
- Snacks
What's not included
- Gratuities
- Pictures
- Lunch
Options
Which option to book
The 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. trips share a route and hotel pickup. Both run daily.
| Option | Departures |
|---|---|
| Morning Tour 09:00 am | 9 a.m., daily |
| Afternoon Tour 2:00 pm | 2 p.m., daily |
The catch: The cruise lasts 3.5 hours without lunch, so you'll need a meal before or after.
The day
How does the day work?
The cruise reaches the reserve before a sandbar stop with paddleboards and a floating bar.
- 1
Board at the pier
Your hotel transfer brings you to the pier. The catamaran has a shaded deck for the ride toward Cabeza de Toro.
- 2
Snorkel the reserve
You snorkel near Cabo Engaño in the Cabeza de Toro reserve. Gear is provided for the swim.
- 3
Use the slide
The slide gives you another way into the water. The cruise then continues along the shore toward the sandbar.
- 4
Stop at the sandbar
Paddleboards are available in the shallow water. Your drinks come from a floating bar, with nachos and fruit served as snacks.
- 5
Return to shore
The boat returns to its original departure point. Your hotel transfer follows if you're using pickup.
The trip runs for 3.5 hours. It ends at Plaza Bibijagua, followed by hotel drop-off if you've booked pickup.
Pickup and meeting point
- Hotel pickup: Pickup starts 30 to 60 minutes before departure. Your exact meeting point and time arrive by email or WhatsApp after booking.
- Pickup message: Check with Happy Fish if your pickup message hasn't arrived by the day before sailing.
- Meeting independently: Plaza Bibijagua is the meeting point if you're making your own way there. Your booking details provide the arrival time.
Before you book
- Check your pickup time before the trip. It isn't the boat's departure time.
Fit
Is this tour right for you?
Happy Fish suits couples or families happy to join a group capped at 27. You pay by the ticket. It's a useful fit if you'd use the paddleboards and can arrange lunch separately.
Hispaniola's lunch cruise adds a private boat and a meal, from $1,062.50 per boat for up to 10. SeaPro's first dive suits you if you'd rather try scuba, from $199 per person.
Who it's not for
- Travelers who need a private boat
- Anyone who needs lunch included
Good to know
Know before you go
Infant tickets cover ages 1 to 4, with child tickets for ages 5 to 11. Adult tickets start at 12. Your children need an accompanying adult, and infants must sit on an adult's lap.
Wheelchair access needs an individual assessment by Happy Fish before booking. Strollers are allowed aboard. The trip isn't recommended during pregnancy or for travelers with poor heart health.
Bring swimwear and a towel for the reef and sandbar. Snorkeling equipment is supplied, so you don't need to rent a separate set. You'll have shade on board between swims.
Bad weather can cancel the sailing. An early date in your stay leaves you more room to rearrange plans. The reef swim and sandbar stop both depend on getting out to sea.
One reservation accepts 1 to 15 people and must include an adult. The shared boat can carry 27 guests on this trip. Your booking goes through instantly, with a mobile ticket for boarding.
You get a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours before scheduled departure. Later cancellations aren't refundable. Keep that deadline in mind if your plans change before pickup.
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People also ask
- How much does the Happy Fish snorkeling cruise cost?
Happy Fish costs from $89 per adult, with lower prices for children. Your ticket covers snorkeling gear and the hotel transfer. Drinks and light snacks are included too. You'll pay separately for photos and any crew tips.
- Where does Happy Fish pick up in Punta Cana?
Happy Fish collects guests at selected hotels 30 to 60 minutes before sailing. Your email or WhatsApp message gives the exact location. If your hotel isn't in the dropdown, you can type its name into the search box.
- Can cruise ship passengers join Happy Fish in Punta Cana?
Yes, cruise ship passengers can join the 3.5-hour outing. Happy Fish needs your ship's name and docking time when you book. Your disembarkation and reboarding times are needed too. Check your ship schedule before choosing a departure.
- Is Happy Fish a private catamaran tour?
No, you'll share the cruise with other guests in a group of up to 27. Buying several tickets doesn't reserve the whole catamaran. The boat has a restroom and a shaded lower deck for time out of the sun.
- Does the Happy Fish snorkeling trip include lunch?
No, the 3.5-hour cruise serves light snacks instead of a meal. You get nachos with salsa and seasonal fruit during the outing. Plan lunch around your departure and hotel pickup. The morning and afternoon trips have the same food arrangement.
Times and conditions as the booking page listed them on October 30, 2026; the price is re-read every day, last on . Tours book on the booking page at its price; a booking through the button earns this site a commission, and your price is the same.