Cayo Paraiso: Experience the Finest Snorkeling and Exotic Wildlife at Monte Cristi National Park

Experience the finest snorkeling and exotic wildlife at Cayo Paraiso in Monte Cristi National Park. Swim with tropical fish, sea turtles, and explore vibrant coral formations.

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Punta Rucia Lodge - Embark on a full-day excursion from Puerto Plata to Cayo Arena, also known as Cayo Paraiso, a stunning coral island off the Dominican Republic’s coast. Travel north in a comfortable coach to Punta Rusia, located in La Isabela Bay, and then board a modern speedboat heading to the small coral atoll. Keep an eye out for manatees…
What's Included
  • Speedboat ride
  • Carbonated beverages
  • Bottled water
  • Professional guide
  • Typical Dominican Lunch
  • Use of snorkeling equipment
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Tropical fruits
What's Not Included
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Pictures
  • Souvenirs
Additional Information

Cayo Paraiso, often referred to as Paradise Island, is an uninhabited gem situated off the coast of Puerto Plata in the Dominican Republic. Visitors can enjoy a brief speedboat journey across the bay to reach this island. Upon arrival, guests can indulge in swimming and snorkeling around the coral reef and lagoon encircling the island. The snorkeling…

Location
Punta Rucia Lodge
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Garywo7455ek
Jan 13, 2026
Amazing Excursion - just amazing, make sure to buy the VIP service and you will get a lobster lunch after your trip to the island. Champagne in the ocean before you get to the island. Its truly just amazing. I have been to this island 9 times and the snorkeling is amazing as well.
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Jennie
Dec 12, 2025
Paradise is the perfect name for this excursion… - This place is magical and the snorkeling was unreal!!! To get there takes a while from town about 1.5hr from puerto Playta but the scenery while traveling made it not boring. The food served for lunch was great and we had plenty of time to explore the area.
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Voyage635094
Apr 27, 2023
Amazing!!!!! - , Beautiful experience . Would recommend pleasant tour , they were amazing . I had an incredible time .
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Kathysa450gy
Feb 9, 2020
great excursion - there were 9 of us in our group. we all had a fantastic time, and the much they served was delicious!
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Heidi
May 6, 2023
This was worth seeing. - The yacht ride to the island was very nice. The crew was great. The island it’s self was a sand bar in the middle of the ocean. It was beautiful. We did some snorkeling and stayed with the guides as they were feeding the fish.
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From $99
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).