Reef Explorer Multiple activity Excursion from Punta Cana by Marinarium

“It is not worth the money. There is no fish in the snorkeling area at all, unless you trow some bread so fish jump up eats and run away. the enclosure for shark, and sting ray was just an enclosure, both shark and sting rays are at the very bottom and hard to see. They bring up a stingray to take picture with but they would NOT allow you to take your own picture, they take the picture and sell it to you for $40 . Not very cool, to tell us when you are in the water. They ask for tip too, which is I already paid for the excursion, they don't let me take picture up close, and ask for tip too. overall, this excursion was NOT great either.”

“This excursion was a blast I had all I was looking for, free snorkeling time, kayaking, the water bicycle was just amazing. The lady that did my massage knew what she was doing, I’ll do it all over again.”

“Pick up and drop off was included as stated. Driver showed us around area with crocodile, iguanas, etc when we first arrived. Got checked in went to a waiting area with bathrooms available. Multiple different group tours start about the same time. Group of about 30 started with a short (~10 minutes) open boat ride to a semi-permanent dock type "island." Had roped in areas to snorkel with stingrays and sharks, and an open area with a small reef. Another tour group stopped and snorkeled nearby. Very little instruction with snorkeling. Sea scooters and flippers available. Had sea-view floats for those who don't like snorkeling to see underwater. Kayaks, paddle boards, and sea hammocks available to use. Waist floats provided. Bar area with snacks (ham and cheese or cheese sandwiches, chips and salsa, fruits, coconut, etc) and non-alcoholic drinks (pop, water). Had a few tables in shade and loungers in the sun. Massage was 15 minutes on a massage table and decent. Best part was being able to do what you want for a long time. We snorkeled for almost the whole time. Had 2 composting toilets on the dock, good balance is helpful since they're not attached and dock moves :-) with hand sanitizer. Would recommend if you want one place to stay and be able to choose what you want to do. ”

“I will start by saying all the people in the Punta Cana are just so lovely, including the guides on this tour BUT this tour was awful. $155 per person , to see fish and sharks in cages !! This was NOT snorkeling !! Food served only included , fruit, fruit smoothies and dry sandwich with one slice of ham and cheese. I did not do the massage as it was unhygienic. DO NOT waste your $ on this tour. Total rip off.”

“The sharks and stingrays were kept in small enclosures. The sharks appeared stressed and were all grouped tightly in one corner, which was uncomfortable to watch. The stingray was repeatedly taken out of the water so guests could take photos with it, which did not seem respectful to the animal. The food was very basic — just a few sandwiches and some fruit. When I asked for a coffee refill, I was told there was none left. The massage experience was also concerning. After finishing with one client, the masseur did not change the bed sheets or towels before the next person, and there was no visible hand washing or sanitising. That felt unhygienic and unprofessional. On top of all this, staff were constantly asking for tips, which made the experience even more uncomfortable. Overall, I would not recommend this experience.”