Saona Island catamaran day trip
Sail to a palm-fringed island in a national park, stop at the natural pool with starfish, and have lunch on the beach.
See dates and prices →Punta Cana for wedding guests: key facts
- Best time for a wedding
- December to April
- Getting there
- Punta Cana International (PUJ) is 15 to 30 minutes from most resorts, with direct flights from the US, Canada and Europe.
- Getting around
- Most guests stay inside their resort. Pre-book airport transfers, because taxis at the airport are expensive.
- Top group activities
- Saona Island catamaran day trip; Catamaran snorkel cruise along the reef; Dune buggy tour to Macao Beach and a cave pool
- Activity prices
- Mid-range, from free walks to private charters
Updated November 2026
☀️ Relaxed things to do
Catamaran snorkel cruise along the reef
Snorkel the coral reef off Bávaro, then cruise back with music and an open bar.
See dates and prices →Santo Domingo colonial zone day trip
Walk the oldest European city in the Americas, with its cathedral, fortress and cobbled streets.
See dates and prices →Sunset catamaran cruise with dinner
Sail along the coast at golden hour with dinner and drinks on board. A great welcome night.
See dates and prices →🍷 Foodie things to do
Dominican cooking class with rum tasting
Cook sancocho, tostones and fresh fish with a local chef, then taste aged Dominican rums.
See dates and prices →Countryside day: cacao, coffee and cigar farms
Visit family farms inland, make your own chocolate, taste coffee and see cigars rolled by hand.
See dates and prices →Rum and cigar tasting evening
A guided tasting of Dominican rums and cigars with a sommelier, in a lounge setting.
See dates and prices →🧗 Adventure things to do
Dune buggy tour to Macao Beach and a cave pool
Drive muddy country tracks, swim in a cenote-style cave and visit a local ranch.
See dates and prices →Scape Park: Hoyo Azul and zip lines
Swim in the bright blue Hoyo Azul pool at the foot of a cliff and fly over the forest on zip lines.
See dates and prices →Horseback ride on Macao Beach
An easy ride through countryside and along the sand, suitable for beginners.
See dates and prices →Deep-sea fishing charter
Head out for mahi-mahi, wahoo and marlin on a private boat for your group.
See dates and prices →Parasailing over Bávaro Beach
Ten minutes in the air above the turquoise water, solo or in tandem.
See dates and prices →Where wedding guests should eat in Punta Cana
La Yola
Puntacana Resort marina
Built over the water in the marina, with fresh fish and a breezy, romantic setting.
Map ↗Bamboo
Tortuga Bay, Puntacana Resort
Elegant beachfront dining at the Tortuga Bay hotel. Good for a special dinner.
Map ↗Passion by Martín Berasategui
Paradisus Palma Real, Bávaro
Creative Basque tasting menu from a multi-Michelin-starred chef. Ask about access for non-resort guests.
Map ↗Jellyfish
Bávaro beach
Open-air beach restaurant with lobster and fish by the sand. Handles groups well.
Map ↗Playa Blanca
Puntacana Resort
Casual lunch spot right on a calm beach, with swimming before and after.
Map ↗Captain Cook
El Cortecito, Bávaro
Pick your fish and lobster from the display and eat with your feet in the sand.
Map ↗Pearl Beach Club
Cabeza de Toro
Beach club with daybeds, a pool and a long menu. Easy for a group lunch.
Map ↗SBG
Cap Cana marina
Lively marina restaurant with steaks, sushi and cocktails.
Map ↗Noah Restaurant & Lounge
Los Corales, Bávaro
Stylish dinner spot outside the resorts, popular with locals and expats.
Map ↗Huracán Café
Los Corales beach, Bávaro
Barefoot beach bar with burgers, fish tacos and sunset drinks.
Map ↗Kat's Corner
Los Corales, Bávaro
Friendly spot for a big breakfast or a casual dinner away from the buffet.
Map ↗Onno's
El Cortecito, Bávaro
Beachfront bar and grill that turns into a party spot at night.
Map ↗Where to stay
Full guide to where to stay in Punta Cana →
- Tortuga Bay $$$
Puntacana Resort. Small luxury hotel with villa-style suites designed by Oscar de la Renta. - Barceló Bávaro Palace $$$
Bávaro. Huge all-inclusive on one of the best stretches of beach, good for big groups. - Whala!Bávaro $$$
Bávaro. Simple, budget all-inclusive a short walk from the beach.
Getting around
- Most guests stay inside their resort. Pre-book airport transfers, because taxis at the airport are expensive.
- Taxis are fixed-price by zone and not metered. Ask the resort desk for the rate before you get in.
- Bávaro, Cap Cana and Uvero Alto are far apart. A wedding-day shuttle saves a lot of taxi fares.
- Uber works in parts of Bávaro, but resort pickups are often restricted to official taxis.
Arriving
Punta Cana International (PUJ) is 15 to 30 minutes from most resorts, with direct flights from the US, Canada and Europe.
Good to know for guests in Punta Cana
- Currency: Dominican peso (DOP). US dollars are widely accepted at resorts and tourist businesses.
- Tipping: Restaurant bills include a 10% service charge by law, plus tax. An extra 5 to 10% for good service is appreciated, as are small tips for resort staff.
- Dinner time: Dinner usually from 7 to 10 pm. Resort à la carte restaurants often need a reservation.
- Power plugs: Type A and B plugs (same as the US), 110 V.
Popular tours in Punta Cana right now
Questions guests ask about Punta Cana
When is the best time for a wedding in Punta Cana?
December to April is the most popular season. Long white beaches, warm Caribbean water and big all-inclusive resorts that make hosting a crowd easy. Guests can do as much or as little as they like, from catamaran days to lazy afternoons on the sand.
How do guests get to Punta Cana?
Punta Cana International (PUJ) is 15 to 30 minutes from most resorts, with direct flights from the US, Canada and Europe.
How do guests get around Punta Cana?
Most guests stay inside their resort. Pre-book airport transfers, because taxis at the airport are expensive. Taxis are fixed-price by zone and not metered. Ask the resort desk for the rate before you get in. Bávaro, Cap Cana and Uvero Alto are far apart. A wedding-day shuttle saves a lot of taxi fares. Uber works in parts of Bávaro, but resort pickups are often restricted to official taxis.
What can wedding guests do in Punta Cana as a group?
Good group options include saona Island catamaran day trip, catamaran snorkel cruise along the reef, dune buggy tour to Macao Beach and a cave pool, scape Park: Hoyo Azul and zip lines. Most have private options for 10 to 20 people.
Is there a ready-made weekend plan for guests in Punta Cana?
Yes. Our Punta Cana wedding weekend itinerary has relaxed, foodie and adventure plans for the day before, the wedding day and the day after.
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Ready-made relaxed, foodie and adventure plans for the day before, the wedding day and the day after.
See the plan →Welcome dinner restaurants in Punta Cana
Group-friendly places for the welcome or rehearsal dinner and the day-after brunch, with local dinner times and tipping.
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See the months →Where to stay in Punta Cana
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