Visiting Punta Cana by yacht

The climate by month, sport fishing at the marina, and how to get to Marina Cap Cana. Hurricane season runs from 1 June to 30 November.

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Seasons

When to come

Our season bands put December to April as the peak. Season bands are our own estimate. Hurricane season runs from 1 June to 30 November.

Month	Daily high	Rain
November	30.3 C	131.1 mm
December	29.4 C	91.3 mm
January	28.5 C	84.7 mm
February	29.0 C	62.8 mm
March	29.0 C	50.4 mm
April	29.8 C	64.9 mm

WMO climate normals 1991-2020, Punta Cana station.

Fishing

Events and fishing rules

Cap Cana Classic

A catch and release billfish tournament at Marina Cap Cana. The 2026 event is the 22nd. Ask the marina for the next dates.

Catch and release

Marina Cap Cana is a catch and release marina and a member of the Billfish Foundation.

Ashore and getting here

Ashore

Api Beach and Cap Cana

Api Beach is a 2 minute walk from the marina. The marina also lists Caletón Beach Club, Punta Espada Golf Club and over 12 restaurants.

By air

Punta Cana International Airport

The airport is about 10 minutes from the marina, says the marina.

Entry

Tourist entry

A tourist needs a passport valid for 6 months, an air, sea or land ticket of entry and return, an address in the Dominican Republic and proof of funds. Commercial flights also need the free online E-TICKET form. See the Berths page for yacht arrival. Check the rules for your passport.

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