{"destination":"Santo Domingo","updated":"2026-10-23","license":"https://opendatacommons.org/licenses/odbl/1-0/","attribution":"© OpenStreetMap contributors","places":[{"id":"sd-tour-colonial-walk","name":"Santo Domingo Colonial Zone Walking Tour","category":"Tours","subcategory":"Santo Domingo experiences","area":"Ciudad Colonial","lat":18.47347,"lng":-69.88401,"styles":["Solo","Couple","Family","Group"],"tags":["Santo.Tours","Santo Domingo Colonial Zone Walking Tour","Santo","Domingo","Colonial","Zone","Walking","Tour","guided tour","",""],"icon":"⌖","kind":"tour","intro":"Walk the Colonial Zone with a bilingual guide, visiting Calle Las Damas, the cathedral surroundings, Fortaleza Ozama and Plaza de España.","why":"A compact introduction to the old city, with a coffee stop and Fortaleza Ozama admission. Cathedral and Alcázar interior tickets are separate.","tips":["Meet by the Columbus statue in Parque Colón; Colonial Zone and Gazcue pickup is offered.","Expect around 2.5 km on cobblestones; bring water, sun protection and comfortable shoes."],"source":"https://santo.tours/en/tours/colonial-zone-walking-tour","bookingUrl":"https://santo.tours/en/tours/colonial-zone-walking-tour","coordinateSource":"https://mapcarta.com/W28101419","coordinateAccuracy":"Representative activity-area orientation point; not a verified meeting point or entrance.","precision":"activity-area","reviewed":"2026-10-23","verification":"Operator product page and activity location reviewed","durationHours":3,"durationApprox":false,"dayTrip":false,"pricing":{"currency":"USD","adult":45,"child":25,"unit":"person"},"cost":"From USD 45 / adult · USD 25 / child (3–11)","photo":"https://santo.tours/assets/sd-colonial-zone-i2_H6kUi.jpg","photoThumb":"https://santo.tours/assets/sd-colonial-zone-i2_H6kUi.jpg","photoAlt":"Santo Domingo Colonial Zone Walking Tour","photoSource":"https://santo.tours/en/tours/colonial-zone-walking-tour","credit":"Santo.Tours","visit":{"access":"Parque Colón meeting point; confirm hotel pickup with Santo.Tours.","booking":"View the full itinerary and request availability directly on Santo.Tours. 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The published package includes Faro admission and lunch with a soft drink.","tips":["Confirm your hotel pickup zone; Boca Chica and Juan Dolio carry a published supplement.","Ask which monument interiors are included for your date."],"source":"https://santo.tours/en/tours/santo-domingo-city-tour","bookingUrl":"https://santo.tours/en/tours/santo-domingo-city-tour","coordinateSource":"https://mapcarta.com/W28101419","coordinateAccuracy":"Representative activity-area orientation point; not a verified meeting point or entrance.","precision":"activity-area","reviewed":"2026-10-23","verification":"Operator product page and activity location reviewed","durationHours":6,"durationApprox":false,"dayTrip":false,"pricing":{"currency":"USD","adult":65,"child":40,"unit":"person"},"cost":"From USD 65 / adult · USD 40 / child (3–11)","photo":"https://santo.tours/assets/sd-city-tour-BXHH3Ffa.jpg","photoThumb":"https://santo.tours/assets/sd-city-tour-BXHH3Ffa.jpg","photoAlt":"Santo Domingo Colonial and Modern City Tour","photoSource":"https://santo.tours/en/tours/santo-domingo-city-tour","credit":"Santo.Tours","visit":{"access":"Confirm the exact hotel pickup, time and included pickup zone with Santo.Tours.","booking":"View the full itinerary and request availability directly on Santo.Tours. Published starting prices are a reviewed snapshot; confirm your total and inclusions.","time":"6 hours. Confirm departure and return times with Santo.Tours."},"tourDetails":{"pickup":"Confirm the exact hotel pickup, time and included pickup zone with Santo.Tours.","included":["Hotel pickup & drop-off","Bilingual guide","Air-conditioned vehicle","Dominican lunch & soft drink","Faro a Colón entrance"],"excluded":["Alcoholic drinks","Gratuities"]},"route":"/tours/sd-tour-city/"},{"id":"sd-tour-tres-ojos","name":"Los Tres Ojos and Santo Domingo Highlights","category":"Tours","subcategory":"Santo Domingo experiences","area":"Santo Domingo Este","lat":18.48139,"lng":-69.84358,"styles":["Solo","Couple","Family","Group","Adventure"],"tags":["Santo.Tours","Los Tres Ojos and Santo Domingo Highlights","Los","Tres","Ojos","and","Santo","Domingo","Highlights","guided tour","",""],"icon":"⌖","kind":"tour","intro":"Explore the cave lagoons of Los Tres Ojos, the raft crossing to the fourth lake, Faro a Colón and a short Colonial Zone walk.","why":"The published package combines cave admission, the raft crossing, a bilingual guide and round-trip hotel transport. Lunch is extra.","tips":["There are steep stairs and uneven surfaces; confirm suitability if anyone has limited mobility.","Swimming in the lagoons is prohibited; wear shoes with grip."],"source":"https://santo.tours/en/tours/los-tres-ojos-highlights","bookingUrl":"https://santo.tours/en/tours/los-tres-ojos-highlights","coordinateSource":"https://mapcarta.com/N3688600342","coordinateAccuracy":"Representative activity-area orientation point; not a verified meeting point or entrance.","precision":"activity-area","reviewed":"2026-10-23","verification":"Operator product page and activity location reviewed","durationHours":4,"durationApprox":false,"dayTrip":false,"pricing":{"currency":"USD","adult":55,"child":35,"unit":"person"},"cost":"From USD 55 / adult · USD 35 / child (3–11)","photo":"https://santo.tours/assets/sd-los-tres-ojos-ChEzu-kY.jpg","photoThumb":"https://santo.tours/assets/sd-los-tres-ojos-ChEzu-kY.jpg","photoAlt":"Los Tres Ojos and Santo Domingo Highlights","photoSource":"https://santo.tours/en/tours/los-tres-ojos-highlights","credit":"Santo.Tours","visit":{"access":"Confirm the exact hotel pickup, time and included pickup zone with Santo.Tours.","booking":"View the full itinerary and request availability directly on Santo.Tours. Published starting prices are a reviewed snapshot; confirm your total and inclusions.","time":"4 hours. Confirm departure and return times with Santo.Tours."},"tourDetails":{"pickup":"Confirm the exact hotel pickup, time and included pickup zone with Santo.Tours.","included":["Hotel pickup & drop-off","Bilingual guide","Los Tres Ojos entrance & raft","Bottled water"],"excluded":["Lunch","Gratuities"]},"route":"/tours/sd-tour-tres-ojos/"},{"id":"sd-tour-food-rum","name":"Dominican Food and Rum Experience","category":"Tours","subcategory":"Santo Domingo experiences","area":"Ciudad Colonial","lat":18.47347,"lng":-69.88401,"styles":["Solo","Couple","Family","Group"],"tags":["Santo.Tours","Dominican Food and Rum Experience","Dominican","Food","and","Rum","Experience","guided tour","",""],"icon":"⌖","kind":"tour","intro":"Taste Dominican dishes, cacao, coffee and aged rum on a guided route through the Colonial Zone and Ciudad Nueva.","why":"Six tasting stops build up to a meal, with four rum tastings and mamajuana in the published package. Extra drinks and gratuities are separate.","tips":["Meet at Parque Colón or confirm Colonial Zone/Gazcue pickup.","Discuss allergies and vegetarian needs before booking; alcohol tastings are for adults aged 18+."],"source":"https://santo.tours/en/tours/dominican-food-rum-experience","bookingUrl":"https://santo.tours/en/tours/dominican-food-rum-experience","coordinateSource":"https://mapcarta.com/W28101419","coordinateAccuracy":"Representative activity-area orientation point; not a verified meeting point or entrance.","precision":"activity-area","reviewed":"2026-10-23","verification":"Operator product page and activity location reviewed","durationHours":4,"durationApprox":false,"dayTrip":false,"pricing":{"currency":"USD","adult":79,"child":null,"unit":"person"},"cost":"From USD 79 / adult","photo":"https://santo.tours/assets/sd-food-rum-DdJAk0oH.jpg","photoThumb":"https://santo.tours/assets/sd-food-rum-DdJAk0oH.jpg","photoAlt":"Dominican Food and Rum Experience","photoSource":"https://santo.tours/en/tours/dominican-food-rum-experience","credit":"Santo.Tours","visit":{"access":"Parque Colón meeting point; confirm hotel pickup with Santo.Tours.","booking":"View the full itinerary and request availability directly on Santo.Tours. Published starting prices are a reviewed snapshot; confirm your total and inclusions.","time":"4 hours. Confirm departure and return times with Santo.Tours."},"tourDetails":{"pickup":"Parque Colón meeting point; confirm hotel pickup with Santo.Tours.","included":["All food tastings (a full meal)","Rum tasting (4 rums) & mamajuana","Soft drinks & water","Local foodie guide","Pickup from Colonial Zone & Gazcue hotels"],"excluded":["Extra drinks","Gratuities"]},"route":"/tours/sd-tour-food-rum/"},{"id":"sd-tour-night-dance","name":"Santo Domingo Night Tour and Merengue/Bachata Experience","category":"Tours","subcategory":"Santo Domingo experiences","area":"Ciudad Colonial","lat":18.47347,"lng":-69.88401,"styles":["Solo","Couple","Group"],"tags":["Santo.Tours","Santo Domingo Night Tour and Merengue/Bachata Experience","Santo","Domingo","Night","Tour","and","Merengue/Bachata","Experience","guided tour","",""],"icon":"⌖","kind":"tour","intro":"Take a merengue and bachata class, walk the illuminated Colonial Zone and visit a live-music bar with a local host.","why":"The published evening experience includes a professional dance instructor, two drinks and city hotel pickup and drop-off. Dinner is separate.","tips":["Confirm the pickup and return arrangements for your accommodation.","Alcohol is restricted to adults aged 18+; ask about the venues and dress code."],"source":"https://santo.tours/en/tours/night-tour-merengue-bachata","bookingUrl":"https://santo.tours/en/tours/night-tour-merengue-bachata","coordinateSource":"https://mapcarta.com/W28101419","coordinateAccuracy":"Representative activity-area orientation point; not a verified meeting point or entrance.","precision":"activity-area","reviewed":"2026-10-23","verification":"Operator product page and activity location reviewed","durationHours":4,"durationApprox":false,"dayTrip":false,"pricing":{"currency":"USD","adult":69,"child":null,"unit":"person"},"cost":"From USD 69 / adult","photo":"https://santo.tours/assets/sd-night-merengue-8yI1G-CK.jpg","photoThumb":"https://santo.tours/assets/sd-night-merengue-8yI1G-CK.jpg","photoAlt":"Santo Domingo Night Tour and Merengue/Bachata Experience","photoSource":"https://santo.tours/en/tours/night-tour-merengue-bachata","credit":"Santo.Tours","visit":{"access":"Confirm the exact hotel pickup, time and included pickup zone with Santo.Tours.","booking":"View the full itinerary and request availability directly on Santo.Tours. Published starting prices are a reviewed snapshot; confirm your total and inclusions.","time":"4 hours. Confirm departure and return times with Santo.Tours."},"tourDetails":{"pickup":"Confirm the exact hotel pickup, time and included pickup zone with Santo.Tours.","included":["Dance class with pro instructor","Local host","2 drinks (rum, beer or soft)","Hotel pickup & drop-off in Santo Domingo"],"excluded":["Additional drinks","Dinner","Gratuities"]},"route":"/tours/sd-tour-night-dance/"},{"id":"sd-tour-boca-chica","name":"Boca Chica Beach Day Trip","category":"Tours","subcategory":"Santo Domingo experiences","area":"Boca Chica","lat":18.44724,"lng":-69.61638,"styles":["Solo","Couple","Family","Group"],"tags":["Santo.Tours","Boca Chica Beach Day Trip","Boca","Chica","Beach","Day","Trip","guided tour","",""],"icon":"⌖","kind":"tour","intro":"Spend a beach day in Boca Chica with round-trip transport from Santo Domingo, a lounger and umbrella, and lunch with a soft drink.","why":"A beach excursion outside central Santo Domingo. The published package includes a local host; water sports, additional drinks and optional activities cost extra.","tips":["Boca Chica is a separate coastal town; the pin shows the beach area, not your hotel pickup.","Check sea conditions and confirm any kayak or island add-on separately."],"source":"https://santo.tours/en/tours/boca-chica-beach-day","bookingUrl":"https://santo.tours/en/tours/boca-chica-beach-day","coordinateSource":"https://mapcarta.com/28093814","coordinateAccuracy":"Representative activity-area orientation point; not a verified meeting point or entrance.","precision":"activity-area","reviewed":"2026-10-23","verification":"Operator product page and activity location reviewed","durationHours":7,"durationApprox":false,"dayTrip":true,"pricing":{"currency":"USD","adult":59,"child":35,"unit":"person"},"cost":"From USD 59 / adult · USD 35 / child (3–11)","photo":"https://santo.tours/assets/sd-boca-chica-Hzzi1b49.jpg","photoThumb":"https://santo.tours/assets/sd-boca-chica-Hzzi1b49.jpg","photoAlt":"Boca Chica Beach Day Trip","photoSource":"https://santo.tours/en/tours/boca-chica-beach-day","credit":"Santo.Tours","visit":{"access":"Confirm the exact hotel pickup, time and included pickup zone with Santo.Tours.","booking":"View the full itinerary and request availability directly on Santo.Tours. Published starting prices are a reviewed snapshot; confirm your total and inclusions.","time":"7 hours. Confirm departure and return times with Santo.Tours."},"tourDetails":{"pickup":"Confirm the exact hotel pickup, time and included pickup zone with Santo.Tours.","included":["Round-trip transport","Beach loungers & umbrella","Lunch with a soft drink","Local host on the beach"],"excluded":["Alcoholic drinks","Water sports","Gratuities"]},"route":"/tours/sd-tour-boca-chica/"},{"id":"sd-tour-saona","name":"Saona Island Day Trip from Santo Domingo","category":"Tours","subcategory":"Day trips from Santo Domingo","area":"Isla Saona · day trip from Santo Domingo","lat":18.15556,"lng":-68.69944,"styles":["Solo","Couple","Family","Group","Adventure"],"tags":["Santo.Tours","Saona Island Day Trip from Santo Domingo","Saona","Island","Day","Trip","from","Santo","Domingo","guided tour","",""],"icon":"⌖","kind":"tour","intro":"Travel from Santo Domingo via Bayahibe for a Saona Island beach day, boat crossings and a natural-pool stop.","why":"This is a full-day excursion east of the capital. The published package includes hotel transport, boat travel, lunch, drinks, park fees and a bilingual guide.","tips":["The pin shows Saona Island as an orientation area; it is not a boarding point or a beach entrance.","Plan a long day; boat routes and natural-pool stops depend on sea and weather conditions."],"source":"https://santo.tours/en/tours/saona-island-from-santo-domingo","bookingUrl":"https://santo.tours/en/tours/saona-island-from-santo-domingo","coordinateSource":"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saona_Island","coordinateAccuracy":"Representative activity-area orientation point; not a verified meeting point or entrance.","precision":"activity-area","reviewed":"2026-10-23","verification":"Operator product page and activity location reviewed","durationHours":12,"durationApprox":false,"dayTrip":true,"pricing":{"currency":"USD","adult":135,"child":85,"unit":"person"},"cost":"From USD 135 / adult · USD 85 / child (3–11)","photo":"https://santo.tours/assets/sd-saona-CwUyGGUb.jpg","photoThumb":"https://santo.tours/assets/sd-saona-CwUyGGUb.jpg","photoAlt":"Saona Island Day Trip from Santo Domingo","photoSource":"https://santo.tours/en/tours/saona-island-from-santo-domingo","credit":"Santo.Tours","visit":{"access":"Confirm the exact hotel pickup, time and included pickup zone with Santo.Tours.","booking":"View the full itinerary and request availability directly on Santo.Tours. Published starting prices are a reviewed snapshot; confirm your total and inclusions.","time":"12 hours. Confirm departure and return times with Santo.Tours."},"tourDetails":{"pickup":"Confirm the exact hotel pickup, time and included pickup zone with Santo.Tours.","included":["Round-trip transport from Santo Domingo","Speedboat & catamaran","Buffet lunch","Open bar","National park fee","Bilingual guide"],"excluded":["Gratuities","Photos & souvenirs"]},"route":"/tours/sd-tour-saona/"},{"id":"sd-tour-bayahibe","name":"Bayahibe and Dominicus Beach Excursion","category":"Tours","subcategory":"Day trips from Santo Domingo","area":"Bayahibe / Dominicus · day trip from Santo Domingo","lat":18.367,"lng":-68.833,"styles":["Solo","Couple","Family","Group","Adventure"],"tags":["Santo.Tours","Bayahibe and Dominicus Beach Excursion","Bayahibe","and","Dominicus","Beach","Excursion","guided tour","",""],"icon":"⌖","kind":"tour","intro":"Visit Bayahibe village and Dominicus beach from Santo Domingo, with a boat snorkel outing, lunch and beach time.","why":"The published package includes round-trip transport, snorkel equipment, loungers, lunch with a soft drink and a bilingual guide. Alcohol and gratuities are extra.","tips":["The pin shows the Bayahibe area, not the hotel pickup or an exact snorkel departure point.","Confirm sea conditions, equipment sizes and the final beach and boat itinerary."],"source":"https://santo.tours/en/tours/bayahibe-dominicus-beach","bookingUrl":"https://santo.tours/en/tours/bayahibe-dominicus-beach","coordinateSource":"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bayah%C3%ADbe","coordinateAccuracy":"Representative activity-area orientation point; not a verified meeting point or entrance.","precision":"activity-area","reviewed":"2026-10-23","verification":"Operator product page and activity location reviewed","durationHours":10,"durationApprox":false,"dayTrip":true,"pricing":{"currency":"USD","adult":110,"child":70,"unit":"person"},"cost":"From USD 110 / adult · USD 70 / child (3–11)","photo":"https://santo.tours/assets/sd-bayahibe-O3GFHt_2.jpg","photoThumb":"https://santo.tours/assets/sd-bayahibe-O3GFHt_2.jpg","photoAlt":"Bayahibe and Dominicus Beach Excursion","photoSource":"https://santo.tours/en/tours/bayahibe-dominicus-beach","credit":"Santo.Tours","visit":{"access":"Confirm the exact hotel pickup, time and included pickup zone with Santo.Tours.","booking":"View the full itinerary and request availability directly on Santo.Tours. Published starting prices are a reviewed snapshot; confirm your total and inclusions.","time":"10 hours. Confirm departure and return times with Santo.Tours."},"tourDetails":{"pickup":"Confirm the exact hotel pickup, time and included pickup zone with Santo.Tours.","included":["Round-trip transport","Boat snorkel & gear","Lunch with a soft drink","Beach loungers","Bilingual guide"],"excluded":["Alcoholic drinks","Gratuities"]},"route":"/tours/sd-tour-bayahibe/"},{"id":"sd-tour-altos-chavon","name":"Altos de Chavón and Casa de Campo Day Trip","category":"Tours","subcategory":"Day trips from Santo Domingo","area":"Altos de Chavón / La Romana · day trip from Santo Domingo","lat":18.4206865,"lng":-68.889937,"styles":["Solo","Couple","Family","Group"],"tags":["Santo.Tours","Altos de Chavón and Casa de Campo Day Trip","Altos","de","Chavón","and","Casa","de","Campo","Day","Trip","guided tour","",""],"icon":"⌖","kind":"tour","intro":"Explore Altos de Chavón and the Casa de Campo marina in La Romana, travelling from Santo Domingo with a guide and lunch.","why":"The stone village, amphitheatre surroundings, river views and marina make this a culture-focused day trip. The published package includes transport, Altos admission and lunch.","tips":["Bring photo ID for Casa de Campo access and confirm the resort entry arrangements.","A Minitas beach visit is optional; ask about availability and any extra cost."],"source":"https://santo.tours/en/tours/altos-de-chavon-casa-de-campo","bookingUrl":"https://santo.tours/en/tours/altos-de-chavon-casa-de-campo","coordinateSource":"https://www.openstreetmap.org/way/140159249","coordinateAccuracy":"Representative activity-area orientation point; not a verified meeting point or entrance.","precision":"activity-area","reviewed":"2026-10-23","verification":"Operator product page and activity location reviewed","durationHours":9,"durationApprox":false,"dayTrip":true,"pricing":{"currency":"USD","adult":119,"child":75,"unit":"person"},"cost":"From USD 119 / adult · USD 75 / child (3–11)","photo":"https://santo.tours/assets/sd-altos-de-chavon-DcDG6Mvo.jpg","photoThumb":"https://santo.tours/assets/sd-altos-de-chavon-DcDG6Mvo.jpg","photoAlt":"Altos de Chavón and Casa de Campo Day Trip","photoSource":"https://santo.tours/en/tours/altos-de-chavon-casa-de-campo","credit":"Santo.Tours","visit":{"access":"Confirm the exact hotel pickup, time and included pickup zone with Santo.Tours.","booking":"View the full itinerary and request availability directly on Santo.Tours. Published starting prices are a reviewed snapshot; confirm your total and inclusions.","time":"9 hours. Confirm departure and return times with Santo.Tours."},"tourDetails":{"pickup":"Confirm the exact hotel pickup, time and included pickup zone with Santo.Tours.","included":["Round-trip transport","Bilingual guide","Altos de Chavón entrance","Lunch at the Marina","Water"],"excluded":["Drinks with lunch","Gratuities"]},"route":"/tours/sd-tour-altos-chavon/"},{"id":"sd-tour-photography","name":"Santo Domingo Photography and Instagram Tour","category":"Tours","subcategory":"Santo Domingo experiences","area":"Ciudad Colonial","lat":18.47347,"lng":-69.88401,"styles":["Solo","Couple","Family","Group"],"tags":["Santo.Tours","Santo Domingo Photography and Instagram Tour","Santo","Domingo","Photography","and","Instagram","Tour","guided tour","photos",""],"icon":"⌖","kind":"tour","intro":"Walk the Colonial Zone with a local photographer, visiting colourful streets, colonial arches and the San Francisco ruins.","why":"The published session includes a photographer-guide, an online gallery and at least 30 edited photos. USD 75 covers up to two people; additional people cost extra.","tips":["Meet at Parque Colón; Colonial Zone hotel pickup is available.","Confirm lighting, delivery time and the total group price. Interior photography may need separate permission."],"source":"https://santo.tours/en/tours/photography-instagram-tour","bookingUrl":"https://santo.tours/en/tours/photography-instagram-tour","coordinateSource":"https://mapcarta.com/W28101419","coordinateAccuracy":"Representative activity-area orientation point; not a verified meeting point or entrance.","precision":"activity-area","reviewed":"2026-10-23","verification":"Operator product page and activity location reviewed","durationHours":3,"durationApprox":false,"dayTrip":false,"pricing":{"currency":"USD","adult":75,"child":null,"unit":"session-up-to-2"},"cost":"From USD 75 / session (up to 2 people)","photo":"https://santo.tours/assets/sd-photography-DONRb8Kq.jpg","photoThumb":"https://santo.tours/assets/sd-photography-DONRb8Kq.jpg","photoAlt":"Santo Domingo Photography and Instagram Tour","photoSource":"https://santo.tours/en/tours/photography-instagram-tour","credit":"Santo.Tours","visit":{"access":"Parque Colón meeting point; confirm hotel pickup with Santo.Tours.","booking":"View the full itinerary and request availability directly on Santo.Tours. Published starting prices are a reviewed snapshot; confirm your total and inclusions.","time":"3 hours. Confirm departure and return times with Santo.Tours."},"tourDetails":{"pickup":"Parque Colón meeting point; confirm hotel pickup with Santo.Tours.","included":["Professional photographer & guide","30+ edited high-res photos","Online gallery delivery","Water"],"excluded":["Outfit changes at hotels","Gratuities"]},"route":"/tours/sd-tour-photography/"},{"id":"sd-tour-catalina","name":"Catalina Island Day Trip from Santo Domingo","category":"Tours","subcategory":"Day trips from Santo Domingo","area":"Isla Catalina / La Romana · day trip from Santo Domingo","lat":18.3579,"lng":-69.00719,"styles":["Solo","Couple","Family","Group","Adventure"],"tags":["Santo.Tours","Catalina Island Day Trip from Santo Domingo","Catalina","Island","Day","Trip","from","Santo","Domingo","guided tour","",""],"icon":"⌖","kind":"tour","intro":"Travel from Santo Domingo to La Romana for a boat crossing to Isla Catalina, guided reef snorkelling, beach time and lunch.","why":"An island excursion outside the capital, with hotel transport, boat travel, snorkel equipment, lunch and soft drinks listed by the operator. Request the current total price.","tips":["The pin shows the island activity area, not a departure pier or hotel pickup.","Sea conditions determine snorkel stops; confirm park fees, swimming requirements and return plans."],"source":"https://santo.tours/en/tours/catalina-island-from-santo-domingo","bookingUrl":"https://santo.tours/en/tours/catalina-island-from-santo-domingo","coordinateSource":"https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q477915","coordinateAccuracy":"Representative activity-area orientation point; not a verified meeting point or entrance.","precision":"activity-area","reviewed":"2026-10-23","verification":"Operator product page and activity location reviewed","durationHours":11,"durationApprox":true,"dayTrip":true,"pricing":{"currency":"USD","adult":null,"child":null,"unit":"person"},"cost":"Price on request","photo":"https://santo.tours/assets/sd-catalina-DgdWEEpR.jpg","photoThumb":"https://santo.tours/assets/sd-catalina-DgdWEEpR.jpg","photoAlt":"Catalina Island Day Trip from Santo Domingo","photoSource":"https://santo.tours/en/tours/catalina-island-from-santo-domingo","credit":"Santo.Tours","visit":{"access":"Confirm the exact hotel pickup, time and included pickup zone with Santo.Tours.","booking":"View the full itinerary and request availability directly on Santo.Tours. Published starting prices are a reviewed snapshot; confirm your total and inclusions.","time":"Approximately 11 hours. 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