Saona Island
The classic excursion, inside Cotubanamá National Park. You go by catamaran or speedboat, stopping at the natural pool out in the sea.
Dominican Republic
What to do in Bayahibe
Bayahibe is a fishing village that became one of the loveliest starting points in the Caribbean: from here you go to Saona, to Catalina and into the national park. It's small, you get around on foot, and it doesn't have the bustle of the big resorts.
~20 minfrom La Romana
~1 hfrom Punta Cana
~2 hfrom Santo Domingo
26 °Caverage all year round
The sea
It's why people come. Both islands are a day trip, and we arrange the transfer.
Catalina Island
Smaller and quieter than Saona, with a reef that makes it one of the best spots for snorkelling.
Playa Dominicus
The serviced beach a few minutes away, white sand and shallow water for a long stretch: easy with children.
Diving
Bayahibe is one of the best-known diving bases in the country. Among the most famous sites is the St. George wreck.
Nature and history
Cotubanamá National Park
Trails through dry forest, caves and carvings left by the Taíno, the island's first inhabitants.
Altos de Chavón
A 16th-century Mediterranean village rebuilt high above the Chavón river, with an amphitheatre and craft workshops. About half an hour away.
La Romana
The nearest city, for the market and to see Dominican life outside the tourist areas.
The village
The little harbour
Where the boats leave from. Early morning is the best moment, when the fishermen come back in.
Everywhere on foot
Bayahibe is small: restaurants, beach and harbour are all within walking distance, no car needed.
Where to stay
Our apartments in Bayahibe
Bayahibe, Dominican Republic
Stella Maris
Penthouse with a private terrace and Jacuzzi, minutes from the Caribbean sea.
- up to 4 guests
- 2 bedrooms
- 2 bathrooms
Bayahibe, Dominican Republic
La Perla di Bayahibe
Twin of Stella Maris: same spot, same terrace with a Jacuzzi.
- up to 4 guests
- 2 bedrooms
- 2 bathrooms
We'll handle it
You don't have to organise a thing
Times and distances are approximate and depend on traffic. We'll take care of excursions, transfers and hire: tell us what you'd like to do and we'll organise it.