Humpback Whales and Cayo Levantado — Full Day with Lunch
Humpback whales in Samaná Bay in the morning — about two and a half hours of it — then the afternoon on Cayo Levantado, the island most people know as Bacardi Island.
Also serves Las Terrenas, Las Galeras
Highlights
- Humpback whales in Samaná Bay
- The afternoon on Cayo Levantado, buffet lunch included
- The sanctuary entrance fee is in the price
- 15% off for Dominicans and residents ($58)
- Out at 9:30, back at 4:30
- Daily from 10 January to 15 April
Google reviews of Moto Marina Boat Tours
Reviews from Google
Big Legend7 months agoWe booked the whale watching only tour. Ended up being one of our favorite experiences from our trip to the DR. Really recommend booking with MM, while smaller tour operators do exist, I really appreciated their knowledge, and respect for these beautiful animals. Lots of the smaller operators disregarded rules for distances which was sad as many of the whales showed injuries from boat propellers. The tour guide did a good job of making sure everyone had a view at all times, making sure people who were closest to the whales remained seated so the people on the other side of the boat could still see. Also the coconut and Coca Cola at the end of the trip was a nice touch.See this review on Google
Heidrun dittmann7 months agoWhat an amazing tour! The boat was big, so it was no problem with the waves ( unless you get seasick easily, which the crew handled very professional) we first saw a mother and her baby and then 6!!! Grown whales. The team was very professional in finding and following them without pressuring them! It was soooo amazing! The people on the boat were nice and thanks also to the on-board photographer Joel- he did an amazing job, great pictures of us with the whales.See this review on Google
Emma H7 months agoVery nice crew! They offered us rhum, ananas and coconut at 10 am with Latino music in the back ground while we we’re going to the National parc, the vibe was amazing! They are so nice and friendly, the tour was super interesting and Luis, the guide, spoke three languages to accommodate everyone, I definitely recommend them.See this review on Google
Description
Humpback whales in Samaná Bay in the morning — about two and a half hours of it — then the afternoon on Cayo Levantado, the island most people know as Bacardi Island.
Out at 9:30, back at 4:30. $68 per person; Dominicans and residents get 15% off, which brings it to $58.
The price covers the sanctuary entrance fee, a specialist guide, soda, water and pieces of coconut on board, the buffet lunch on the island and free time on the beach.
It runs daily from 10 January to 15 April, which is the humpback season in Samaná. Moto Marina also runs a shorter morning trip for the whales only, without the island.
What's Included
- Sanctuary entrance fee
- A specialist guide on board
- Soda, water and pieces of coconut on board
- Buffet lunch on Cayo Levantado
- Free time on the beach at Cayo Levantado
What's NOT Included
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup
What to Bring
Meeting Point
We pick you up, or you meet the host at a set spot
We pick you up, or you meet the host at a set spot
Moto Marina’s own dock, Av. La Marina 3, Samaná. Boarding from 9:20, sailing at 9:30. Hotel pickup runs on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays, US$10 per person round trip, from: Las Terrenas — Bahia Principe El Portillo and VIVA Wyndham Samana; Las Galeras — Wyndham Alltra Samana, Hotel Villa Serena and Grand Samana; Samana — Eurostars Cayacoa. Ask for it when you book.
Accessibility & Requirements
A full day on the water and on the island: out at 9:30 and back at 4:30, with about two and a half hours looking for whales. It runs daily from 10 January to 15 April. The boat takes up to eighty people and Moto Marina does not fill it to the limit. Customer service is mainly in English. $68 per person, $58 for Dominicans and residents; the price does not include the 18% ITBIS, which is only added if you ask for a fiscal invoice. Children from 4 to 10 pay half price and under-3s go free. Cancelling seven days ahead or more is refunded in full, 72 hours ahead is refunded half, and inside 72 hours there is no refund.
A full day on the water and on the island: out at 9:30 and back at 4:30, with about two and a half hours looking for whales. It runs daily from 10 January to 15 April. The boat takes up to eighty people and Moto Marina does not fill it to the limit. Customer service is mainly in English. $68 per person, $58 for Dominicans and residents; the price does not include the 18% ITBIS, which is only added if you ask for a fiscal invoice. Children from 4 to 10 pay half price and under-3s go free. Cancelling seven days ahead or more is refunded in full, 72 hours ahead is refunded half, and inside 72 hours there is no refund.
Boat trips out of Samaná town for the humpback whales in Samaná Bay, running every day from 10 January to 15 April. Two versions: a morning trip for the whales only, 9:15 to 12:45, and a full day that adds the afternoon on Cayo Levantado — Bacardi Island — with a buffet lunch and time on the beach, 9:15 to 4:30. Both include the sanctuary entrance fee and a specialist guide. Dominicans and residents get 15% off. A long-established local operator with one of the largest review counts on the peninsula.
After you message: The host confirms price and date in your conversation; you pay them directly
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