Private experience
Palmilla and natural pool
Waist-deep turquoise water, starfish and a relaxed beach stop.
If a full day to Saona feels too long, Palmilla gives you the same turquoise water and the natural pool experience in less time.
It is especially good for families with young children, thanks to the shallow, calm water on good days.
At a glance
- Recommended duration
- Half day or full day
- Departure ports
- Bayahibe
- Ideal for
- Families and groups
- Typical route
- Bayahibe → Palmilla → natural pool → return
Routes and travel times depend on sea conditions and your departure port; your captain confirms the plan.
Route and stops
- Departure from Bayahibe
- Natural pool
- Palmilla beach
- Return
Sample itinerary
- Pickup and transfer to Bayahibe
- Cruise to the natural pool
- Beach time at Palmilla
- Return to Bayahibe and transfer
When to go
Year-round, depending on sea conditions.
Private charter vs shared tour
Private means you choose how long to stay at each stop and avoid the peak group times.
| Shared tour | Private with CanaCharter |
|---|
| Who's on board | Other tourists | Only your group |
| Schedule | Fixed | Flexible |
| Stops | Set by operator | Planned with your captain |
| Price | Per person | Per boat |
Which boat for your group?
Speedboat for couples and small groups; catamaran for families.
Tips
- Water shoes are useful on the sandbank
- Best for families with young children
- Combine with a snorkel stop if time allows
What is included
Included
- Private boat
- Captain
- Professional crew
- Fuel
- Transfer from your pickup area or hotel, where applicable
- Safety equipment
- Route planning assistance
- Water and basic onboard amenities, where applicable
Optional extras
- Food
- Premium drinks
- Fishing equipment
- Special decoration
- Additional activities
Extras are quoted separately and are not included unless confirmed on WhatsApp.
Recommended boats
Sailing catamaranSample listing Capacity to be confirmed
Half day: Price on request
Full day: Price on request
Captain, crew and transfer included.
Departs: Bayahibe, Punta Cana, Bávaro
Best for: Families, Groups of friends, Saona Island
- Private boat
- Captain
- Professional crew
- Fuel
- Transfer
- Safety equipment
Capacity to be confirmed
Half day: Price on request
Full day: Price on request
Captain, crew and transfer included.
Departs: Cap Cana Marina, Punta Cana Resort Marina, Bávaro
Best for: Couples, Small groups, Snorkeling
- Private boat
- Captain
- Professional crew
- Fuel
- Transfer
- Safety equipment
Palmilla and natural pool: FAQs
No. Palmilla is on the mainland side near Bayahibe; Saona is the island. Both are in the same national park area.
Yes, especially from Bayahibe.
Yes — the natural pool is shallow on calm days.
Bayahibe, with transfer from your hotel where applicable.
Yes, as a full-day route.
Food is an optional extra.
Related experiences
Departure pages: Bayahibe
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