Sosua Party Boat: Catamaran Snorkel Cruise with Brunch and Drinks in Puerto Plata
Difficulty
easy
Duration
4 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; participants should be comfortable swimming short distances and climbing a ladder from the water.
Overview
Spend four sunlit hours on a private Sosúa catamaran—snorkeling coral gardens, sipping tropical drinks and stopping at a calm natural pool. This cruise blends easy social vibes with guided reef time and hotel pickup across Puerto Plata.
Sosua Party Boat: Catamaran Snorkel Cruise with Brunch and Drinks in Puerto Plata
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The catamaran slides away from Sosúa’s shallow reef with a pop of foam and a soundtrack of salsa and reggaetón, the sun already bright enough to silver the water. Onboard, friends and families spread out on chaise nets while crew pass ice-cold piña coladas; the engine’s low hum becomes a promise of coral gardens, small islands and a natural pool where the surf calms and the current plays tricks with the light.
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Adventure Tips
Bring reef-safe sunscreen
The sun reflects sharply off water—choose mineral-based sunscreen to protect reefs and your skin.
Use motion-sickness prevention
Take a patch or ginger tablets before departure if you get seasick—the catamaran reduces roll but offshore chop can still be bumpy.
Secure your camera
Bring a wrist strap or waterproof case for phones/cameras—waves and ladders are frequent when boarding from the water.
Hydrate and pace alcoholic drinks
Alcohol is included; alternate with water to avoid dehydration under tropical sun.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Blue tang and parrotfish
- Occasional reef squid and green moray eels (non-aggressive)
History
Sosúa has an unusual 20th-century history as a settlement for Jewish refugees who established farms—elements of that community still appear in local museums and markers.
Conservation
Use reef-safe sunscreen and avoid touching coral; operators often brief guests on low-impact snorkeling and local businesses support reef-cleanup efforts.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Mask and snorkel (optional)
Helps get a better fit and clearer vision—equipment is provided but personal gear is more reliable.
summer specific
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects skin and the coral ecosystems found at snorkel stops.
summer specific
Quick-dry towel and swimwear
Essential for on-deck comfort between swims and after snorkeling.
summer specific
Motion-sickness remedy
Useful for anyone sensitive to boat movement on open water.
summer specific