Suggested Group Activities (Full-Day) Saona Island with Altos de

Suggested Group Activities (Full-Day)
Saona Island with Altos de Chavon - 8:00am – 5:30pm Mini 15 Pax - Max 1,000 Pax
Accompanied by our professional guides, you will leave your hotel by
air conditioned bus to reach the magnificent artist village of Altos de
Chavon. Reconstitution of a medieval village of the XVIth century, it
overlooks the Chavon River where some scenes of the famous movie
“Apocalypse Now” were filmed.
You will enjoy free time to discover this beautiful village: main place,
design school, shops and 5,000 seat amphitheatre.
After that, we will walk down the 200 steps that separate us from the
river where speed boats will take you to Saona Island. Saona evokes
all the images of that exotic paradise we all have dreamt of: white
sandy beaches, coconut palms, crystal clear turquoise waters and
above all the special Dominican touch that makes for an
unforgettable day: smiles, rum and merengue.
You will enjoy a cocktail at your first stop, the amazing “Natural Pool”
lagoon, rich in starfish. A barbecue lunch will be served buffet-style
under the shade of the palm trees right on the superb deserted beach
of Saona. What follows is up to you: lounging, beach games and
entertainment, an introduction to merengue dancing or exploration of
this undeveloped island.
For your return to the fishermen’s village of Bayahibe, you will board
a catamaran for a memorable 1 hour 30 minute voyage complete
with musical entertainment and unlimited drinks.
This is undoubtedly the best recipe for a day of total relaxation and
beautiful photo souvenirs. The return transfer will be broken up by a
visit to a local shopping market with a large variety of souvenirs.
Included
Transportation, guides, local rum, sodas, water, all taxes and a BBQ lunch on Saona Beach.
Dominican Cultural Adventure - 8:10am to 5:45pm Max 400 Pax – Semi Private 22 Pax p/truck
A must! Discover the real Dominican
Republic while having fun!!!!
You will experience a magnificent adventure in
the midst of mountains, sea and valleys,
discovering the breathtaking landscapes and the
incredible hospitality of the friendly Dominican
people.
Aboard all-terrain trucks, you will discover the wide
expanses of sugarcane fields and their workers who
still preserve some of their ancestral traditions. You
will then discover a typical house and its tropical
fruit orchards where you can have your fill of local
products (vanilla, coffee, cocoa/natural chocolate
and honey).
After passing through many picturesque and
colorful villages, you will be taken to our
mountain ranch for a succulent typical Dominican
lunch and time to explore at your leisure.
Guests will have the opportunity for a short
horseback ride (option with private tour) and we
will also take time to learn about the cigar
process and visit a small countryside school.
Included
Professional guide per truck, local beer, local rum, sodas, water, all taxes and full Dominican buffet lunch.
Please note that pregnant women may not participate.
Escape in a Catamaran Sunny Day- 8:20am – 4:00pm – Monday – Friday (private groups only on
Sat or Sun)
Mini 2 Pax - Max 140 Pax – Private 30 Pax (small) or 45 Pax (large)
Start you day off with a sail along the beautiful
Bavaro coastline while traveling to a vibrant coral
reef for snorkeling. After snorkeling the bar opens
with local beer and rum! Next stop, a local beach
that has the world’s biggest inflatable slide. Enjoy
some time on the beach or shopping in a local
market.
Then its time to board the catamaran again and
head to the Natural Pool. Lunch will be served
aboard and guests will have time to enjoy the
waist high water as they enjoy cocktails being
served directly in the ocean. Enjoy the music and
animation as you sail back to the starting point.
Included:
Round trip transportation, local beer & rum, mamajuana, sodas, water, juice, all taxes and lunch.
Lunch includes: potato salad, veggie pasta salad with eggs, chicken kebabs, ham & cheese sandwiches, tuna
sandwiches, green salad, bread and fresh fruits.
2 different size catamarans: one 42ft can hold up to 40 pax and two larger 52ft catamarans that can hold up
to 60 pax each.
Dominican Rally 4X4’s – Private 12 pax, Maximum 12 pax – 8AM – 5PM
Each air-conditioned 4x4 has a personal driver
who will be your driver, tour guide and waiter
throughout the day. Your tour guide if full of
information about the D.R. and will share
information with you throughout the day.
Explore the natural beauty of the Dominican
Republic while traveling on dirt roads, over
mountains, thru rivers and other off the beaten
path locations. First stop of the day, a beautiful
beach for Dominican coffee and pastries. Then it’s
time to drive through the mud, rivers and streams
to reach the 75 year old church. Next it’s time to
ride through the mountains until you reach the
ranch were you will have cocktails then a 15
minutes neck massage.
Next at the ranch, enjoy a gourmet Dominican
feast. After lunch get some shopping done with
vendor selling local products and crafts. Spend
time visiting the crocodiles and iguanas. Then it’s
time to move on to a typical Dominican house –
meet the family and learn about the processes of
coffee and cocoa. Final stop a beautiful beach with
hammocks to relax and enjoy more cocktails.
Included
Transportation, guide per vehicle, Dominican lunch with drinks including coco loco, pina colada, premium whisky, vodka,
rum , soda drinks and water, 15 minute neck massage, Dominican coffee in the morning and after lunch, pastries in the
morning and all taxes.
Please note that pregnant women may not participate in this activity.
What to bring: swimsuit, camera, comfortable footwear, sun block and money for souvenirs
Suggested Half Day Options
Marine Encounter – 8:20am or 12:50pm
Mini 2 Pax - Max 300 Pax – Private 50 Pax
Around the underwater worlds…
Air conditioned buses transfer you to the private beach
located at the little fishing village of Cabeza del Toro.
On board this large flat catamaran you will be provided
with snorkeling equipment and all the security instructions
by the Marinarium Park supervisors.
First stop will be the reef where you can see bright tropical fish.
Then swim over the netted areas that hold nurse sharks and
string rays. Take a photo with a string ray…what a rush!
Next, the boat will cruise the coast line until we reach the natural
pool from where everyone can enjoy a refreshing cocktail served
directly in the waist-high waters.
Included:
Marine Encounter: transportation, snorkeling gear, all taxes, local beer, rum, sodas, water, fresh fruit and
ham & cheese sandwich.
Floating Paradise –Private 60 pax, Maximum 100 pax – 8:20am or 12:50pm
Air-condition bus will transport you to a beautiful
beach in Cabezo de Toro. Enjoy a welcome beverage
then be transported a short distance by boat to a
man-made floating island surrounded by life-filled
reefs in the middle of the Caribbean Ocean.
This half day 11 activity experience is an unique
excursion where you can relax and enjoy activities at
your own pace. Remember your under-water camera.
For a rush enjoy as much time as you like snorkeling
with nurse sharks and string rays, paddle surfing
and/or kayaking.
When ready to relax enjoy 15 minute hand massage,
stone massage, shell message or reflexology.
Sunbathe on comfortable lounge chairs and enjoy the
health bar serving fresh fruit juice, fresh vegetables
with dip and sandwiches.
No children under the age of 16 allowed. No smoking
allowed.
Adrenaline Zip Lines– 7:20am or 1:20pm - Min 2 pax – Max 88 pax – Min to Privatize 88 pax
Visit the first of the Dominican Republic’s Zip-Line Tour, constructed by
one of the most experienced Costa Rica’s Canopy Tour builder. The
exhilarating adventure takes you flying across the magnificent
Anamuya pond. Your naturalist guides will show you the way, helping
you make the most of the adventure and unlocking the secrets of the
Taino Anamuya Mountains.
Your tour consists of 15 towers and 11 Zip Lines stretched across
the length of the mountain range more than 1 mile. The final line
at 900 meters is the longest in the Dominican Republic as well as
the entire Caribbean. So just let yourself Zip from platform to
platform and swing through the air with a privileged bird’s eye
view of the lush, tropical ancient Taino Mountain.
Requirements: Min age 6 years old, max weight 250lbs (46’
waist), no pregnant women or guests with heart conditions can
participate.
Deep Sea Fishing - 7:20am or 12:20pm
Get onboard one of finest vessels in the Punta Cana area and begin your search for Mahi, Barracuda, Wahoo
or Marlin and Tuna (depending on specific season). Also in January & February possible whale encounters or
in July & August possible dolphin encounters. Upgrade the tour by including local beer on the charter or lunch
in the marina!
Min 2 Pax - Max 8 pax / tour / 2 tours daily (6 fishing lines per boat) 3 boats available.
Private 6 Pax per boat.
Punta Cana Shopping Tour (4 hours)- requires 15 pax minimum to operate
Depart your hotel lobby in an air conditioned bus accompanied by CTS staff to assist with shopping hints and
Dominican Peso conversion. Select three different shopping areas where guests will have 45 minutes per
stop. EL Cortecito, famous for its handcrafts and amazing views along the ocean at Bavaro Beach. Visit
another local beach, Bibijaqua where you can haggle with local vendors for local items from t-shirt to cigars.
Enjoy shopping under the shade of a large hut roof. These are great places to experience the local people.
Finally select one of the modern shopping areas, Paradisus Palma Real Shopping Village, where you will
find a variety of local and international stores for clothing, jewelry, pharmacy needs along with restaurants
such as Hard Rock Café Punta Cana and Tony Romas. Or visit the area’s newest shopping area, San Juan
Shopping Center where there is a major supermarket, gift stores and multiple restaurants where you can
grab a Dominican coffee.
Min 15 Pax - Max 200 pax / per tour / 2 tours / day
Floating Ocean Spa: 2:20pm (not available on Sunday) Available in the afternoon only (unless
privatizing)
Enjoy a relaxing afternoon on board a floating spa catamaran. While you are participating in the numerous
treatments and activities, enjoy the beautiful coast line of Punta Cana as you listen to soothing music. You
will have the opportunity to enjoy bio-pilates, two types of massages (masseuse and electronic bed), foot
electronic ionization and detoxification, floating mattresses with water-proof I-Pods and a foot exfoliation by
“Dr. Fish” as well as time in the string-ray aquarium. On the way back to shore, enjoy a chilled glass of white
wine as you admire the sunset.
Min 2 Pax- Max 50 pax/ once daily in the afternoon
Private 50 pax per tour (may request morning pick up)
Includes r/t transfers, all activities aboard with staff, bottled water, natural tea, fresh fruit juice, fresh
vegetables with presto, fresh fruit, ham and cheese on wheat sandwiches and white wine.
No children allowed.
Animal Encounter - 7:55am, 9:40am, 12:40pm or 2:40pm
Dolphin Explorer Program- Min 2 pax Max 12 pax
Are you ready for the adventure? Prepare yourself
to hold hands with the dolphin, and then it will take
you for a journey that was once every kid’s dream.
Learn how to cue and watch as the dolphin leaps
right over you. Discover the "dolphin surf" as you
glide on the ocean surface. Amaze yourself while
discovering the power and speed together with the
softness and the gentleness of your new flippered
friend.
This program includes 30 minutes of water time
with the dolphin.
Also includes a 15-minute tropical bird show and 15
minute Sea Lion show.
You will enjoy 2 ½ total hours in the park to view
the animals and snap your photos!
Program designed for intermediate level & above
swimmers. Min age requirement of 8 yrs old.
Includes r/t transportation and entrance into the park.
CONNECT TRAVEL SERVICES’ RATES
CURRENCY :
Dollar US
SERVICES DESCRIPTION
PRICE
/GROUP
PRICE /
PAX
FULL DAY GROUP ACTIVITIES (R/T TRANSFERS INCLUDED)
SAONA ISLAND WITH ALTOS DE CHAVON (min 15 guests)
125
DOMINICAN CULTURAL ADVENTURE
ESCAPE IN A CATAMARAN SUNNY DAY
DOMINICAN RALLY 4X4
90
99
150
HALF DAY GROUP ACTIVITIES (R/T TRANSFERS INCLUDED)
MARINE ENCOUNTER
FLOATING PARADISE
ADRENALINE ZIP LINES/CANOPY ADVENTURE
DEEP SEA FISHING INDIVIDUAL
DEEP SEA FISHING CHARTER
SHOPPING TOUR (min 15 guests)
FLOATING OCEAN SPA
DOLPHIN EXPLORER PROGRAM
SUPL
SINGL
OPTIONS
/ PERS.
OPTIONS
/ GROUP
99
129
89
135
950
35
149
149
The official options, the availability requests and the exact rates are according to the client’s requirements at the
confirmation of the group. The rates are subject to modifications according to the local exchange rates, taxes, increased
gas charges and inflation. These rates are valid through August 2012. Please note excursion pickup times may change.