What is Catalina Island?
Catalina Island is a unique paradise located just off the southeastern coast of the Dominican Republic. Known for its stunning white beaches and vibrant marine biodiversity, our island is a perfect destination for visitors looking to discover an extraordinary adventure. Whether you love eco-tours, diving, or simply relaxing by the sea, Catalina offers an exciting experience for every traveler.
Where is Catalina Island located?
Located in the Caribbean Sea, this compact 9.6 square kilometer island is easily accessible and packs an immense natural beauty. Boat tours help you get to Catalina in just 20-40 minutes from ports like La Romana, Casa de Campo Marina, or Bayahibe. Many tour packages and activities are available to help you plan the best day trip or stay.
How to get to Catalina Island?
To reach Catalina Island, the most common way is to take a boat adventure or catamaran from the port of La Romana, Casa De Campo Marina or Bayahibe. Many tour companies offer excursions that include boat transportation, snorkeling or diving equipment, and in some cases, onboard lunches or drinks. The boat trip usually takes between 20 and 40 minutes from the departure point to the island, allowing you to enjoy the beautiful marine scenery, the distance will all depends on the location you are, however I always give recommendations on where to board the boat depending on the type of boat excursion you’re looking for.
If you’re visiting La Romana in a Cruise, I will suggest you yo visit this island, by picking a boat right next where you cruise ship will be docked, you can do a lot in catalina island just with 3/4 hours.
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FAQ:
How to get to Catalina island from other provinces?
From Santo Domingo: If you are in Santo Domingo, you can drive to La Romana, which takes approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes. From there, you can take one of the tourist boats to Catalina Island.
From Punta Cana: From Punta Cana, the road trip to La Romana is about 1 hour. Upon arriving in La Romana or Bayahibe, you will find several tour operators offering transportation to Catalina Island.
From other provinces in the country: The fastest way to get there is via private transport or intercity buses to La Romana. Once in the city, you can take a boat or catamaran to the island.
Does People lives in the Catalina Island?
No people does not live in Catalina island, some boat tours might offer overnight stays, but normally all the workers move daily by boat to Catalina island to offer services to private catamarans coming to have lunch in the island and also have drinks.
How much it will cost me going to Catalina island?
It will all depends on the type of excursion you’re looking for:
Shared Boats Excursion: From $70 to $90 us dollars
Private Boats Excursion: From $800 to $2,500 us dollars