Yacht & Boat Parties
What a Punta Cana catamaran costs
By Punta Party Editorial Team · Published August 8, 2026 · Updated August 8, 2026
The short answer
A shared catamaran party in Punta Cana costs USD 45-85 per person for 3-4 hours. A private catamaran charter runs USD 900-1,800 for 4-5 hours and carries 20-40 guests, which is cheaper per head than tickets once your group passes about 15 people.
Catamaran prices in Punta Cana
| Option | Guests | Duration | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shared party catamaran | 40-70 (mixed) | 3-4h | $45-85 per person |
| Private catamaran (standard) | up to 25 | 4h | $900-1,400 per boat |
| Private catamaran (large) | 25-40 | 4-5h | $1,400-2,400 per boat |
| Sunset private catamaran | up to 30 | 2.5-3h | $800-1,600 per boat |
Why groups pick a catamaran over a yacht
A catamaran is the better party platform: flat deck, shade, space to stand and dance, and a stable ride at the natural pool stop. A sport yacht looks better in photos and is faster, but you will spend the day sitting down. For 20-plus people who want a floating party, the catamaran wins every time.
Included in most charters
- Crew, fuel and the Bavaro or Cap Cana route
- Open bar with rum, beer, soft drinks and water on shared boats
- Snorkel stop plus the natural pool sandbar stop
- Sound system and, on private boats, your own playlist
- Snacks or light lunch on longer sailings
Extras and hidden fees
- Port fee or tax, sometimes charged at the dock: $10-20 per person
- Crew tip: 10-15% is customary
- Hotel transfers: $10-25 per person round trip
- Premium bar upgrade, photographer, decor or DJ
Best time to sail
Morning departures around 10am have the calmest water and the cheapest rate. Sunset slots cost more and sell out first from December to April. September and October are cheap but the weather is least reliable.
Frequently asked questions
- Is a private catamaran worth it?
- For 15 or more people it typically costs about the same per head as tickets, and you control the music, the timing and who is on board.
- Is the open bar really included?
- On shared party catamarans, yes — usually local rum, beer and soft drinks. On private charters it is often an add-on or you bring your own.
- How rough is the ride?
- Catamarans are the most stable option on this coast. Morning sailings are calmer than afternoon ones.
- What should we bring?
- Reef-safe sunscreen, a towel, cash for tips and the port fee, and a waterproof phone pouch.
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