Coral Nursery Snorkeling: Eco-Friendly Adventure

Embark on a family-friendly catamaran adventure to explore the Cabeza de Toro Reef and Natural Pools. Snorkel in a Coral Nursery and enjoy a freshly grilled lunch on a floating kitchen.

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Bavaro Beach - Upon arrival, the Marine Biologist will provide an overview of the project in an open discussion setting. Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions before boarding the catamaran.
    Your Itinerary
    First Stop: The Natural Pool
    Start the adventure at the natural pool, an ideal spot for beginners. Snorkel around artificial…
What's Included
  • Unlimited national open bar
  • Coyote floating bar and floating kitchen
  • Snorkel equipment and guides
  • Accommodation as per itinerary
  • Air-conditioned vehicle transportation
  • Onboard bathroom
  • Tour photos uploaded to Facebook
  • Snacks provided
  • Kids menu and seafood lunch with alternative options
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

The only company offering a floating kitchen and a spacious floating bar.
Our diverse menu caters to all palates, featuring seafood, meat, surf and turf, vegetarian options, and more.
Upon arrival, explore the coral museum and interpretation center.
The snorkeling area is famous for its vibrant marine life, thanks to our innovative coral restoration…

Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Danielle_r
Mar 1, 2026
Great time! - This was a great experience! Well organized! Saw tons of fish! The staff were all very attentive and constantly making sure everyone had drinks and a great time! Definitely recommend this tour!!!
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Diana_c
Feb 27, 2026
I had a very... - I had a very beautiful experience the crew was amazing, very cute and friendly, and enjoyed a lot of snorkeling time, plus excellent food.
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Ashley_z
Feb 26, 2026
Amazing experience!!! - AMaZING TOUR!!!!! Grandma tour was the best around, food was absolutely amazing, much better than resort food, kids had a great time, very educational. Highly recommend, feeding fish was exceptional!!
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Trek30965403336
Feb 19, 2026
Amazing Day! - My parents and our family of four (including a 10 and a 17 year old) went on this excursion. We found the talk at the beginning by the marine biologist about coral interesting and educational. The first snorkelling stop didn’t have a lot of fish as the water was a bit rough. The staff made the decision to move on quickly which was good. We then traveled to the coral reef. The snorkelling was fantastic. The staff was so helpful and gave us fish food to attract even more fish. We saw tons of beautiful, colorful fish! The lunch was one of the best meals we had here in DR. The music on the boat was fun, but not too much and family friendly. I cannot recommend this experience enough!
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Jefffeyb
Feb 19, 2026
A great snorkeling excursion! - Our family had a wonderful time. We also learned a lot from the marine biologist on the trip. The staff was friendly, attentive and professional! The snorkeling equipment was good and the staff took great care of us! The lunch was very, very good, picked up from a food boat we pulled up to. At the end we were told that we can download photos the staff took at no charge! I highly recommend this excursion!
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Fellowtraveler556585
Feb 19, 2026
Terrific excursion, highly recommend! - Great excursion, highly recommend! Playful, kind, helpful staff. Terrific boat ride with fun sightings. Snorkeling was amazing, saw so many beautiful fish, and even an eagle ray...just wish more time was allotted for snorkeling. Delicious lunch. All in all, just a great day!
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Joseph_b
Feb 16, 2026
A Must-Do! Conservation, Incredible Food, and Total VIP Service - ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ​We went on an afternoon group snorkeling tour, and it was hands-down one of the best values we’ve found. From the moment of pickup—which was perfectly timed and well-communicated—to the final drop-off, the crew went above and beyond. ​The Experience & Conservation ​What sets this tour apart is the educational aspect. We started by learning about reef restoration and actually got to seed coral onto concrete disks for the reef renewal project. It made the snorkeling feel much more meaningful. ​The Snorkeling ​We visited three distinct spots: ​Spot 1 (Shallow Artificial Reef): They provided food balls for the fish, which drew in clouds of Angelfish, Damsels, and Pufferfish. ​Spot 2 (Deeper Reef): We saw the restoration in progress, along with Stingrays, Triggerfish, and Parrotfish. The boat’s slide was a huge hit here! ​Spot 3 (Shallow Turtle Spot): We saw sea turtles on the way and had the incredible experience of pufferfish eating right out of our hands. ​Food & Drinks ​The "floating kitchen" meal was a standout. Usually, tour food is basic, but the Seafood and Surf & Turf (perfect steak and great lobster) did not disappoint. Throughout the entire trip, the music was great, and the drinks and snacks kept flowing. ​The Crew & Service ​The crew is hardworking and incredibly kind (tip them well!). A massive bonus: they take photos of the whole experience and post them on their website for free download, so you can put your phone away and just enjoy the water. ​Final Thought: Whether you are 4 adults or traveling with a kid (who had a blast), this is not to be missed. Even when we got distracted shopping at the end, our driver went out of his way to find us for our return trip.
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Tisha_k
Feb 16, 2026
Perfect Day Out to Sea - This was by far one of the most professional well-run excursions my family’s experienced. The staff was upbeat and knew their stuff. We learned about coral reef rejuvenation and participated in “planting” a coral reef. Not only did they serve an amazing lunch from a floating kitchen but we enjoyed a croissant sandwich and fruit skewers to snack on before lunch. We snorkeled, swam, danced, and even tossed a football around. Book this excursion…you’re missing out if you don’t!
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Mark_p
Feb 16, 2026
Excellent family boat excursion - great family-friendly excursion. all of the staff were very friendly and outgoing! The lunch food was great, would do this again.
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Wondermom87
Feb 9, 2026
Perfect half day excursion! - Our family of four did this excursion for a fun half day trip and it was everything we could have asked for. From the snorkeling to the coconuts to the boat ride itself and the crew aboard the Abuelita we had the best time.
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From $114
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).