Fajardo: Icacos Island Snorkel & Beach Boat Tour All-Inclusive

Island, snorkel gear, and lunch all waiting. You just show up with a towel

You board at Safe Harbor Marina in Fajardo, snorkel for an hour at Icacos Island with provided gear, then spend the afternoon floating, eating lunch, and drinking tropical cocktails while the crew keeps the boat anchored in clear water. Everything except transportation and your towel is included, and the boat holds a maximum of forty passengers to keep it from feeling crowded.

Step-by-step itinerary

Beach and snorkel tour to Icacos Island

• Depart from Safe Harbor Marina
• Boat ride to Icacos Island
• Snorkel at best marine spot
• Enjoy tropical drinks and lunch
• Relax on beach and swim
• Return to Safe Harbor Marina

The experience

Most boat tours make you pack a cooler, rent snorkeling gear separately, and figure out lunch on your own. This one doesn't. The boat leaves Safe Harbor Marina in Fajardo at either 8am or 2pm, and by the time you're fifteen minutes out on the water, you're already at Icacos Island with everything you need in hand. The crew handles the snorkeling spot (usually around the reefs where the fish actually are), and you get about an hour in the water with a mask, fins, and a floating belt if you want it. After that, the boat anchors and lunch comes out: turkey and cheese sandwiches, fresh pasta salad, bean salad, chips, fruit, and as many tropical drinks and local rum as you want while island music plays.

The group runs up to forty people, so it's not quiet or intimate, but the boat is Coast Guard certified and the crew keeps things moving without feeling rushed. If snorkeling isn't your thing, you can skip it entirely and just float off the boat in the clear water, or stake out a spot on Icacos's white sand beach and let the afternoon happen around you. The water is genuinely clear (turquoise in a way that photographs actually capture), and the island itself is mostly empty, which is the whole point. You're not fighting crowds or schedules. You're just there. The drive from San Juan takes about an hour, and you need to arrive forty-five minutes before the boat leaves, so plan for that. Bring a valid ID (they won't let you on without one), and wear your swimsuit under your clothes because there's nowhere private to change.

One thing to know: this is a shared tour, not a private charter, and the destination can shift if the weather turns or the sea gets rough. The crew will take you somewhere nearby if they have to, but they're not going to push it if conditions aren't safe. If you're prone to motion sickness, take something an hour before you check in. And if you have food allergies or dietary restrictions, bring your own meal. They won't have alternatives on board.

What’s included

Your day includes snorkeling gear (mask, snorkel, fins, floating belts), a one-hour snorkel session at Icacos Island, lunch with turkey and cheese sandwich, pasta salad, bean salad, chips and fresh fruit, complimentary tropical drinks and local rum throughout the afternoon, floating devices and mattresses, free parking at Safe Harbor Marina, and onboard restroom facilities. You provide your own transportation to the marina in Fajardo.

Options for this experience

2 options

Morning beach and snorkel sessionGuide in English or Spanish · Available from 1 Nov · 07:30Check-in is at 7:30 am sharp, and the tour runs from 8:00 am to 12:30 pm. The total duration is 5 hours, including check-in time. Lunch consists of turkey sandwiches, fresh pasta salad, fresh bean salad, chips, cookies and whole fruit, plus sodas, water, rum and piña coladas. Travel to the first location takes 15 to 20 minutes. Snorkeling lasts about 1 hour and beach time about 2.5 hours, both at Icacos Island. The Newton PowerBoat 46' has a private bathroom and takes a maximum of 40 passengers per tour, although it is certified for 49.

Afternoon beach and snorkel sessionGuide in English or Spanish · Available from 1 Nov · 13:30Check-in is at the boat at 1:30 pm, and the tour runs from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm. It lasts about 4.5 hours from check-in to return. Lunch consists of turkey sandwiches, fresh pasta salad, fresh bean salad, chips and cookies, plus sodas, water, rum and tropical drinks. Travel to the first location takes 15 to 20 minutes. At Icacos Island, snorkeling lasts about 1 hour and beach time about 2.5 hours. The Tortuga vessel is a Newton Powerboat 46' with a bathroom and seating for up to 49 passengers, but only up to 40 passengers are taken.

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Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 07:30 and 13:30

Book up to16h before

AgesAdult (12 and older) · Child (3 to 11 years) · Under 3: can't be included in the booking

GroupUp to 40

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 or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Easy physical levelPublic transport nearbyNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by Caribe Bliss Ocean Tours and Boat Rental

Is this one for you?Right for travelers staying near San Juan who want a full beach and snorkel day without arranging gear rentals, food, or drinks separately. The all-inclusive format means you show up with a towel and an ID. Expect a shared boat with up to forty passengers and a 15-minute ride each way, which is what keeps the price accessible and the island uncrowded.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 11 years). Under 3: they can't be included in the booking.

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.

What time does the boat leave Fajardo?

Morning tour departs at 8am (check-in 7:30am sharp). Afternoon tour departs at 2pm (check-in 1:30pm sharp).

How long is the boat ride to Icacos Island?

Approximately 15 to 20 minutes from Safe Harbor Marina.

Is snorkeling gear included?

Yes. Mask, snorkel, fins, and floating belts are all included. You can bring your own if you prefer.

What food is provided?

Turkey and cheese sandwich, fresh pasta salad, fresh bean salad, assorted chips, cookies, and fresh fruit. Complimentary tropical drinks, soda, bottled water, and local rum are included throughout the day.

How many people go on the tour?

Up to 40 passengers maximum on a shared boat.

Is parking available?

Yes, free parking is available at Safe Harbor Marina, within walking distance of the boat.

Do I need to bring anything?

Bring a towel, swimsuit, and a valid government-issued ID or driver's license. A motion sickness remedy is recommended if you're prone to seasickness.

How far is Safe Harbor Marina from San Juan?

Approximately one hour drive. Plan to arrive 45 minutes before your departure time.

What if the weather is bad?

If the tour is cancelled due to bad weather or sea conditions, you'll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Are there any restrictions?

Children under 3 and pregnant women are not permitted for safety reasons. Beach chairs, umbrellas, coolers, and pets are not allowed onboard.