
moderate
4 hours
Moderate — must be able to climb a ladder, swim short distances, and stand on a moving deck.
Board a lively catamaran from Sosua Beach for a four‑hour mix of snorkeling, BBQ and drinks. This cruise pairs accessible reef swims with on‑deck music and local flavor — ideal for travelers who want marine life and a social scene in one outing.
You step off the shaded stretch of Sosua Beach into a swell of sound — reggaetón pulsing, crew calling, laughter folding into the wind. The catamaran rocks gently as it casts off, sails catching a brisk Caribbean breeze that seems to dare you to relax. Within minutes white sand drops away and the coastline becomes a low ribbon; the water opens and the reef calls.

Protect yourself and the coral by using only reef‑safe sunscreen; apply 20 minutes before going in the water.
A lightweight pair makes boarding easier and protects feet on rocky entry points at some snorkel stops.
Use a waterproof phone case or dry bag — the bow is great for photos but also for spray.
Enjoy the open bar but pace yourself before snorkeling and while climbing the ladder back on board.
Sosua transformed from a modest fishing settlement into a tourism hub; it also hosted a small community of Jewish refugees in the 1940s who influenced local agriculture and commerce.
Operators encourage reef‑safe sunscreen and no‑touch policies; staying anchored only in designated areas helps protect coral heads and seagrass beds.
Protects your skin and the coral ecosystem while spending prolonged time on deck and in the water.
summer specific
Keeps valuables dry and lets you shoot photos from the bow without risk.
Provides traction boarding the boat and protection when stepping into shallow reef areas.
spring specific
A towel and UV‑protective shirt make post‑snorkel comfort and sun protection easy.
all specific