Fajardo Snorkeling: Private Boat Charter to Three Islands

Your own boat, your own pace, three reefs to choose from

A five-hour private snorkeling charter from Fajardo aboard Manta, a 27-foot Boston Whaler reserved for up to six guests. Your licensed captain and crew pick between Icacos, Palomino, and Piñero based on weather and sea conditions, then guide you through the reefs. Snorkeling equipment, charcuterie, drinks, beach time, and a floating water mat are included. No shared boat, no fixed itinerary beyond the islands themselves.

Step-by-step itinerary

Private boat tour and snorkeling

• Board private boat in Fajardo
• Cruise along eastern Puerto Rico coast
• Snorkel at Icacos, Palomino, or Piñero Islands
• Relax on beaches and swim
• Return to marina

The experience

You board in Fajardo and cruise the eastern Puerto Rico coastline with a crew that knows the water. The captain reads the conditions and steers toward whichever island offers the safest snorkeling that day (Icacos, Palomino, or Piñero), so you're not locked into a schedule that ignores the sea. Once you arrive, guided snorkeling puts you on the reefs with someone who knows what lives there. The rest of the time is yours to swim, float on the mat, or sit on the beach. The boat carries up to six guests, so you're never competing for space or the guide's attention.

Everything you need is aboard: snorkeling gear sized to fit, life jackets, a cooler stocked with bottled water, juices, and soft drinks, plus charcuterie and light snacks. Music plays while you're anchored. The five-hour window gives you real time in the water without the rush of a half-day trip, and the floating mat is there if you want to rest between snorkeling spots. Your captain and crew speak English and Spanish, so communication is straightforward.

What’s included

• Five-hour private charter aboard a 27-foot Boston Whaler for up to six guests.
• licensed captain and professional crew.
• guided snorkeling at your chosen island.
• snorkeling equipment and life jackets.
• beach time and floating water mat.
• charcuterie, light snacks, bottled water, juices, and soft drinks.
• music and cooler with ice.

Options for this experience

2 options

Palomino and Icacos IslandGuide in English or Spanish · 08:30 and 13:30Snorkeling and boat experience: an amazing guided snorkeling adventure with high-quality snorkeling gear, beach time, a relaxing water mat. Duration: 5 hours. Charcuterie and soft drinks: cold cut platters, fresh fruits and vegetables, pita bread and chips, soft drinks, juice, and piña colada. Palomino and Icacos Island: an excellent choice if you want to spend a relaxing day observing marine life. Boston Whaler 27 Outrage.

Piñero IslandGuide in English or Spanish · 08:30 and 13:30Snorkeling and boat experience: an amazing guided snorkeling adventure with high-quality snorkeling gear, beach time, and a relaxing water mat. Charcuterie, soft drinks and more. Duration: 5 hours. Charcuterie and soft drinks: cold cut platters, fresh fruits and vegetables, pita bread and chips, soft drinks, juice, and piña colada. Piñero Island: this beautiful island is known for its crystal-clear waters, healthy coral reefs, and lovely white sand. Outrage Boston Whaler 27.

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 08:30 and 13:30

Book up to1d before

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 3 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPets welcomeNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Pirate Snorkeling Shack

Is this one for you?Book this if you want to control the pace and avoid sharing the boat with other groups. The five-hour window is long enough for real time on the reefs without eating a full day, and the captain's flexibility with island selection means you're snorkeling the best conditions available, not a fixed route regardless of the sea.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

Can I choose which island we visit, or does the captain decide?

The captain chooses based on weather and sea conditions that day, so you get the safest snorkeling available. You pick your option at checkout (either Piñero Island or both Icacos and Palomino), and the crew works within that choice.

What's included in the five hours, and what do I need to bring?

Snorkeling gear, life jackets, guided snorkeling time, beach time, a floating water mat, charcuterie, snacks, drinks, and music are all included. Bring sunscreen, a towel, and any personal items you need. The boat does not provide those.

Is this boat shared with other groups, or is it just my party?

Manta is reserved exclusively for your group of up to six guests. You're not sharing the boat, the guide's attention, or the snorkeling spots with strangers.

Do I need snorkeling experience, or is this suitable for beginners?

The crew guides you through the snorkeling, and the experience is suitable for all fitness levels. Your captain and crew will ensure you're comfortable in the water and know how to use the gear safely.

What happens if the weather is bad on the day of my charter?

The captain selects the safest route based on conditions that morning. If conditions are unsafe for snorkeling, the crew will work with you on rescheduling or alternative arrangements. Contact the operator directly about their weather policy.