The alternative to the group catamaran trip is to negotiate with one of the small boat owners on the beach - make sure it's not one of the really small ones though, and that they have padded seats and lifejackets - and you can get a custom-made trip.
We paid RD$5000 for 3 adults and a child recently. Note that unlike the catamaran/group trips this does not include refreshments or lunch. We left early in the morning and were back for a lat-ish lunch in Bayahibe. It's a good idea to take an ice-cooler with water etc for the trip. Hats and sunscreen essential as there is no canopy. We bought beer, soft drinks and snacks at the colmado in Mano Juan (the main 'town' on Saona).
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