| Stage | What to confirm |
|---|---|
| Accommodation collection | Provide project, building and unit and ask the host which gate is correct for the agreed vehicle. Resolve different listing and security-desk names before pickup. A private beach access or resident transport benefit is separate from the excursion; you should not walk to a neighboring hotel without confirmed instructions. |
| Road connection and boarding | Assigned pier, boat contact and meeting point. Do not travel to an unconfirmed marina. |
| Island and water activity | Snorkeling or diving plan, beach lunch and current sea conditions. |
| Return to your address | Hotel-to-hotel window and any separate return address. |
YOUR JOURNEY AT A GLANCE
White Sands → confirmed boat departure → Isla Catalina
Pickup and return window confirmed for your date and property.
Plan my trip from White SandsLocate your stay within White Sands
Compare the neighboring guides below when your reservation uses El Cortecito, Arena Gorda, Bávaro rather than White Sands. Use the location that matches the actual entrance and address. If a booking platform uses a wider destination label, send the hotel or accommodation pin before agreeing on collection.
Start from the right place in White Sands
White Sands is a gated residential area in Bávaro containing separate developments and controlled entrances. Salado describes both the outer community access and its own internal barriers. White Sands in a rental title therefore does not identify a single lobby, manager or completed accommodation building.
Provide project, building and unit and ask the host which gate is correct for the agreed vehicle. Resolve different listing and security-desk names before pickup. A private beach access or resident transport benefit is separate from the excursion; you should not walk to a neighboring hotel without confirmed instructions.
Choose the water activity
The snorkeling tour is US$99; the diving tour is US$149 for certified guests or eligible beginners with instruction. Private tours are quoted for your party. Every option includes a full day, transfer, drinks and Dominican lunch buffet at the beach.
What to send with your enquiry
Send the complete hotel or accommodation address, date, adult count, children's ages and activity preferences. Ask for the pickup point, boat meeting instructions, return window and complete total. A destination guide does not establish a hotel partnership or a guaranteed collection time.
Questions about this departure
Is White Sands enough of an address for my Catalina pickup?
Provide project, building and unit and ask the host which gate is correct for the agreed vehicle. Resolve different listing and security-desk names before pickup. A private beach access or resident transport benefit is separate from the excursion; you should not walk to a neighboring hotel without confirmed instructions.
What does the Catalina package from White Sands include?
All three options are full-day tours including transfer, drinks and a Dominican buffet lunch at the beach. Snorkeling is US$99, diving is US$149 and private trips are quoted. Confirm the precise address, date and total before booking.
YOUR QUESTIONS. YOUR ISLAND DAY.
Let’s make your Catalina plan.
Send your hotel, date and group size. Ask us about transfers, tour options and the total price.
Ask on WhatsAppSources & scope
- White Sands — official destination reference
Destination context; the operator separately confirms collection and boat logistics.
- CatalinaTrip — published tour information
Owner-supplied offers reviewed October 21, 2026: US$99 snorkeling, US$149 diving, private by quote. Full day, transfer, drinks and Dominican beach buffet lunch.
Reviewed October 21, 2026