San Juan · ICACOS & PALOMINO ISLAND CRUISES
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The bare cays off Fajardo are the easiest good day the island offers: pool-clear water, shade sails, snorkel gear and an open bar on the ride home. These cruises are compared below with sail times, what each includes, group sizes, and prices, so you can match the boat to your kind of day.
A 5-hour all-in snorkeling + slide boat day from Fajardo. Snorkel Cordillera Keys, then enjoy Vieques or Icacos with lunch and rum.
“It was amazing. Snorkling was so fun, we saw fish and reefs and the drinks and food were great. It was beautiful.”
Sail from Fajardo to Cayo Icacos on a Barefoot IV catamaran. Snorkel, swim, shell hunt, and enjoy a build-your-own picnic lunch.
“Trip was fantastic, staff were true shipmates, could not have been better! Reef at island is still recovering, but there are clear signs of new growth. Saw all the regular reef fish plus a moray eel and huge lobster!”
Six-hour catamaran day sail from Fajardo to Cayo Icacos for snorkeling, swimming, deli lunch, and rum cocktails with East Island Excursions.
“A beautiful and relaxing day trip to Icacos Island. Everything is super organized and efficient with the best captain and crews. You don't need to worry about a thing once you step onto the boat, and the island is absolutely gorgeous!”
All-inclusive Tortuga boat day trip from Fajardo to Icacos Island for snorkeling, drinks, lunch, and beach time. 5 hours.
“Friendly crew, fun time. Food was good, drinks even better. Warm water and blue skies made it a good time.”
Half-day Icacos Beach Day from Fajardo with fast water taxi, umbrellas, drinks, snorkel gear, and optional snorkeling or a 45-min hike.
“Absolutely AMAZING. Weather looked terrible, I started to panic. Greg was wonderful. Made our family feel comfortable and we had a great time. Weather worked our in our favor ! 2ed time visiting. Greg was their for both trips 4 years apart. He's definitely a great assest for the team.”
Private 4-hour charter from Fajardo to Icacos or Palomino. Guided snorkeling, gear, snacks, drinks, and beach time for up to 6.
“Jon was amazing! We had an amazing time. He was super knowledgeable about the marine life, safety measures, and was a lot of fun!”
Catamaran double-dip snorkel and beach day to Cayo Icacos from Fajardo, with guided reef stops, lunch, and all-day drinks.
“This boat excursion exceeded my expectations! I booked it for my best friend’s bachelorette party. Even though it wasn’t private, all 9 of us got to sit together and it was so much fun. I messaged the tour guide to schedule pick up from San Juan. They only pick up from major hotels, but that was no big deal. On the boat, the crew was amazing. They were friendly and had good energy. I loved snorkeling for the first time and the beach we went to was so nice. I am vegan and gluten free so I wasn’t really expecting to be able to eat the provided lunch, but I…”
Half-day boat ride from Fajardo to Cayo Icacos: reef snorkeling, deli-style lunch, open drinks, and a long beach break. From $100.
“We had a great day time!!! the staff were great, super friendly and fun and the views were amazing….”
Luxury 54-foot catamaran cruise from Fajardo with guided snorkeling, rum drinks, and a real Puerto Rican lunch plus beach time.
“Be prepared to have a good time, however, be sure to bring sunscreen. The crew was phenomenal, accommodating, and very professional! #TheTypeThatDoesn’tSpray”
Private 22ft boat day from Fajardo to Icacos and Palomino for guided snorkeling, private beach time, and all-included snacks and drinks.
“The tour was awesome. The beaches were beautiful and the water was amazing. Alex was a great captain and a great tour guide. He was very knowledgeable and respectful. He was very good with my kids and helped a lot when we needed it. Tour was 10 out of 10. Definitely a great experience.”
Private all-inclusive boat day from Fajardo to Cayo Icacos with snorkeling gear, snacks, drinks, and beach time on a 4-hour tour.
“The tour was amazing! The crew were very experienced, professional, friendly and accommodating. They made sure to hear our needs and provide excellent advice and service. I will definitely be back.”
