Quick answer: For a Saona Island excursion bring a swimsuit, towel, reef-safe sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, water shoes, a waterproof phone pouch and some cash for drinks, photos or tips. Lunch and drinks are usually included. With Bullet Travels the Isla Saona day starts from US$110 per person.
A day on Isla Saona means early pickup, a boat ride, white beaches and a swim in the Natural Pool. Packing light but smart makes the whole day easier.
Use this checklist the night before your trip.
Isla Saona packing checklist
- Swimsuit (wear it under your clothes)
- Light cover-up, shorts or a dress
- Towel (some tours provide one – ask our agent)
- Reef-safe sunscreen SPF 30+
- Hat and sunglasses with a strap
- Water shoes or sandals
- Waterproof phone pouch or small dry bag
- Cash in small bills (US$ or pesos)
- Any personal medication, including motion-sickness tablets
What to wear on the boat
Speedboats can be breezy and splashy. Wear quick-dry clothes and keep a light layer in your bag for the early morning ride. Avoid long dresses that get caught in the wind and leave jewellery at the hotel.
What not to bring
- Valuables you do not need, such as passports (bring a copy) or expensive jewellery
- Large bags – space on the boat is limited
- Single-use plastics – Saona is inside a national park
Photo tips
The best photos are in the Natural Pool and on the palm-lined beach near Canto de la Playa. A waterproof pouch or action camera lets you shoot in the water. Morning light is softer; midday is brightest for turquoise colours.
Pair it with these Punta Cana tours
After your Saona day, keep exploring: the Samaná day trip, Catalina Island snorkeling, Santo Domingo tour and Punta Cana party boat are the tours our travelers pair most often, while the Punta Cana buggy tour and Horseback riding in Punta Cana are great for a shorter day. Read our complete Saona Island guide for more tips.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need cash for Saona Island?
Lunch and basic drinks are usually included, but bring some small bills for extras, souvenirs or tips.
Should I bring a towel to Saona Island?
Some tours provide towels, others do not. Bring a quick-dry towel to be safe, or ask our agent when you book.
What shoes should I wear to Isla Saona?
Water shoes or sandals are best for the boat, the beach and the sandbank at the Natural Pool.
Can I bring my phone to Saona Island?
Yes. Keep it in a waterproof pouch – you will want photos in the Natural Pool.
More things to do in Punta Cana
Planning more than one day out? These are the tours our travelers book most, all with hotel pickup arranged by our local team:
- Saona Island excursion – white-sand beaches and the Natural Pool in Cotubanamá National Park.
- Samaná day trip – El Limón waterfall, Cayo Levantado and (January–March) humpback whale watching.
- Catalina Island snorkeling – calm, clear water off La Romana.
- Santo Domingo tour – the UNESCO-listed Colonial Zone, oldest European city in the Americas.
- Punta Cana party boat – music, sea breeze and a swim stop on the coast.
- Punta Cana buggy tour – off-road, muddy fun through the countryside.
- Horseback riding in Punta Cana – relaxed rides for beginners and experienced riders.
How booking with Bullet Travels works
- Send a request – choose your tour and date on our booking page. You pay nothing yet.
- We confirm – a local agent checks availability, pickup time and inclusions for your exact date.
- Pay securely – only after everything is confirmed.
Questions first? Message us on WhatsApp +1 (829) 282-5168 – a real person in Punta Cana answers. Need a ride from the airport too? See our Punta Cana airport transfers.
Last updated: October 2026 by the Bullet Travels team in Punta Cana. Prices and details are confirmed for your date before payment.