Saona Island

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Excursion to Saona Island from Santo Domingo or Punta Cana

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With a population of only 300 people, Saona Island is exactly what I hoped to experience in the Dominican Republic. Sleepy fishing villages line the picture-perfect coast with faded pastel shacks selling snacks and bric-a-brac while kids play dominoes on the beach. While the girls played games, a grandmother napped nearby, keeping one eye open on our small tourist group. We had arrived by catamaran, a leisurely trip through impossibly turquoise waters. A group of young boys and girls eagerly…

Saona Island, reminiscent of a paradise, is called the heart and soul of the Dominican Republic, as well as the diamond of the Caribbean. Locals say that to visit the Dominican Republic and not to visit Saona is equivalent to the fact that, while relaxing in Paris, you will not climb the Eiffel Tower. Despite

Saona’s picture-perfect beaches attract more visitors than all of the DR’s national parks combined. A protected site and part of Cotubanamá National Park, the island is a dream tropical escape.

If you are looking for a tropical paradise in the Caribbean, look no further than Saona Island. This 110 square kilometer island is located off the south-east coast of the Dominican Republic and is part of the Cotubanamá National Park. It is home to two charming villages, Mano Juan and Catuano, and boasts stunning beaches, coral reefs, and wildlife. I had the opportunity to visit this amazing place on a day trip from Punta Cana and I want to share with you my experience and tips.