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Catalina Island

Dominican Republic · Port

Photo: Image by Quang Nguyen vinh from Pixabay

Ships calling
1ships
Upcoming sailings
301sailings
Average stay
10hours

Catalina Island is a port of call in the Dominican Republic visited by MSC Cruises, with an average stay of about 9 hours. It is included as a rotation port on an itinerary connecting La Romana, Virgin Gorda, Bridgetown, and other destinations.

Cruises visiting Catalina Island19

14-night round-trip cruise from BridgetownNov 19(Thu) +37 more · MSC Opera
Per person fromKRW 2,140,000
14-night round-trip cruise from Fort-de-FranceNov 20(Fri) +7 more · MSC Opera
Per person fromKRW 2,050,000
7-night round-trip cruise from La RomanaNov 23(Mon) · MSC Opera
Per person fromKRW 1,140,000
7-night round-trip cruise from La RomanaNov 30(Mon) +18 more · MSC Opera
Per person fromKRW 900,000
7-night round-trip cruise from La RomanaDec 7(Mon) +4 more · MSC Opera
Per person fromKRW 980,000
7-night round-trip cruise from La RomanaDec 21(Mon) +2 more · MSC Opera
Per person fromKRW 990,000
7-night round-trip cruise from La RomanaDec 28(Mon) +3 more · MSC Opera
Per person fromKRW 1,010,000
14-night round-trip cruise from La RomanaJan 11(Mon) +78 more · MSC Opera
Per person fromKRW 1,970,000
7-night round-trip cruise from La RomanaJan 11(Mon) · MSC Opera
Per person fromKRW 1,050,000
7-night round-trip cruise from La RomanaMar 22(Mon) +1 more · MSC Opera
Per person fromKRW 1,150,000
7-night round-trip cruise from La RomanaMar 29(Mon) +10 more · MSC Opera
Per person fromKRW 1,110,000
4-night cruise from La RomanaApr 12(Mon) +1 more · MSC Opera
Per person fromKRW 420,000

Showing the next 12 cruises out of 19 visiting this port.

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Cruise lines calling here

  • MSC Cruises

Cruise port in Dominican Republic

Catalina Island

Disembark directly onto the island. Average time in port: 7 hours. 9 places to explore.

Ships calling here
1 ships
Upcoming sailings
301 sailings
Average time in port
About 7 hours
Lowest fare
From USD 245

Photo: Image by Quang Nguyen vinh from Pixabay

After disembarking

Cruise ships dock at Catalina Island tender landing. Disembark directly onto the island.

  • Where the ship docks

    Cruise ships dock at Catalina Island tender landing.

  • Marine national park protection and environmental guidance

    The waters around the island are a marine protected area in Cotubanamá National Park. Coral collection or damage is strictly prohibited; reef-safe sunscreen without oxybenzone is recommended.

  • Island amenities and currency/payment information

    When a cruise line calls, beach chairs and a barbecue buffet are included. Small amounts of US dollar (USD) cash are useful for snorkeling equipment rentals, local massages, or souvenirs.

About 7 hours in port: where can you go?

Time available at the destination after subtracting return travel.

Time at destination

Calculated from the average time in port. Return deadlines vary by sailing; check the daily programme on board.

Between the terminal, city and airport

Travel between the terminal, city center, railway station and airport.

ShuttleAbout 10 minUSD 0

Cruise Ship Anchorage → Isla Catalina Tender Pier

Board the ship's tender according to the boarding number announced onboard, then travel to the main beach landing on the west side of the island.

FerryAbout 10 minUSD 30~USD 50

Isla Catalina Tender Pier → The Wall Snorkel Reef

At the diving and snorkeling boat dock beside the pier, take a dedicated boat to The Wall, a coastal cliff and coral reef site.

Catalina Island places to explore

Explore 9 checked places. Select a pin to see its card, or choose View on map from a card.

Sights 6Food and cafés 2Activities 1
Punta Pérez
Sights

Punta Pérez

This quiet point extends from the northwest corner of Catalina Island and is a picturesque photo spot with coral sandbanks and shallow water.

Visit
about 40 min
Admission
Free
East Beach
Sights

East Beach

This beach on the island's east coast has a rugged, untouched landscape, with waves crashing against rocks.

Visit
about 45 min
Admission
Free

The waves and currents at East Beach are strong, so swimming is prohibited; walking to enjoy the scenery is recommended instead.

Catalina Beach
Sights

Catalina Beach

This main beach on the island's west side has soft, powder-white coral sand, palm trees, and no waves, allowing safe swimming.

Visit
about 3 hr
Admission
Free
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The Wall Reef
Sights

The Wall Reef

This dramatic underwater cliff drops vertically from 4 m to 40 m or more and is a top Caribbean dive site for seeing sea fans and schools of tropical fish.

Visit
about 1 hr 15 min
Admission
USD 35~USD 65

Currents may occur, so wear a life jacket and stay within the area supervised by your guide.

The Aquarium
Sights

The Aquarium

At depths of around 2–7 m, colorful coral grows over a calm, clear sandy seabed, making it easy for beginners to snorkel as if in an aquarium.

Visit
about 1 hr
Admission
USD 25~USD 45
Captain Kidd's Shipwreck Underwater Reserve
Sights

Captain Kidd's Shipwreck Underwater Reserve

This is the underwater site where the Quedagh Merchant, an Armenian merchant ship abandoned by pirate William Kidd in 1699, was found. Cannons and an anchor remain at a depth of 3 m.

Visit
about 1 hr
Admission
USD 30~USD 50

Touching artifacts or collecting underwater artifacts is strictly prohibited to protect the historic site.

Cruises calling at Catalina Island

301 sailings are grouped into 19 cruises by ship and route.

19 cruises call at this port.

About Catalina Island

Catalina Island is a port of call in the Dominican Republic visited by MSC Cruises, with an average stay of about 9 hours. It is included as a rotation port on an itinerary connecting La Romana, Virgin Gorda, Bridgetown, and other destinations.

Cruise lines calling here: 1 places

MSC Cruises

Ports frequently visited after this one

BridgetownVirgin GordaLa RomanaOranjestad

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