Snorkeling in Fajardo: Private Catamaran to Icacos & Palomino

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Duration4h

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Turtle Reef, white sand beaches, and the chance to spot sea turtles and manta rays from a private boat.

A private guided snorkeling tour from Fajardo aboard a 24-foot catamaran to Icacos and Palomino islands, with a Coast Guard-certified captain, snorkeling equipment and paddleboard included. The boat stops at Turtle Reef for snorkeling, then moves to island beaches where you swim and relax in shallow, clear water. A guide in English or Spanish leads the experience, suited to beginners and small groups. The tour runs four hours and departs from Fajardo.

Step-by-step itinerary

Private catamaran tour and snorkeling

Depart from Fajardo
Enjoy panoramic views of nearby islands
Snorkel at Turtle Reef
Relax on white sand beaches
Sail to Palomino Island
Admire private island residence
Spot sea turtles and manta rays
Relax on Palomino Island beach
Pass by Palominito Island
Learn about Palominito's history
Take photos of Palominito Island

The Experience

The catamaran leaves Fajardo and heads toward Turtle Reef, your first snorkeling stop. The reef sits in shallow water where sea turtles often appear, and the marine life is dense enough that you'll spot fish, corals and rays without diving deep. Snorkeling here is optional—if you'd rather stay on deck or in the water without the mask, that works too. The captain navigates based on conditions and what's visible that day.

From the reef, the boat moves to Icacos Island, where you'll find white sand beaches and water so clear you can see the bottom from the deck. You swim, wade and rest on the sand for as long as the schedule allows. The captain points out wildlife as you sail between stops—manta rays and sea turtles are common sightings, though not guaranteed. Palomino Island comes next, a private island with its own beaches and the chance to walk the shore or photograph the landscape depending on conditions and the season. Palominito, a small eroding island with a visible history, rounds out the route; you'll view it from the boat and learn its story from the guide.

The boat carries snorkeling gear, life jackets and a paddleboard, so you don't pack equipment yourself. Water, soda and an aperitif come with the tour. The captain holds a Coast Guard certification and speaks English or Spanish. Parking at the departure point is free and guarded. The whole outing takes four hours, which leaves the rest of your day open—early enough to fit a beach lunch afterward, late enough to catch the afternoon light on the water.

What’s included

Snorkeling equipment and life jacket.
paddleboard.
water, soda and an aperitif.
Coast Guard-certified captain guiding in English or Spanish.
free guarded parking at the Fajardo departure point.

Good to know

Easy physical levelPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by Navea PR Adventure

Is this one for you?Four hours on the water leaves your morning or afternoon free for other plans—book an early departure if you want the rest of the day ashore, or a midday one if you're building the tour around a beach lunch. The private boat and small group size suit couples and families who want personalized attention without a crowd.