Private Sunset Sail South Coast Puerto Rico: Jobos Bay

You sail the boat yourself or sit back while the Captain handles it: either way, the sunset hits different from the water.

A 2-hour private sunset sail on the South Coast of Puerto Rico departing from Guayama, where you board a 36-foot sailboat with a USCG Captain and crew for up to six guests. The boat heads into the Jobos Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve, the second-largest estuarine area on the island, timed to catch the sunset from protected waters. You can bring your own food and beverages. Snorkeling gear is provided.

The experience

The sailboat leaves from the Guayama Fishing Club docks in the town of Guayama, about an hour's drive south from San Juan through the Cordillera Central mountain range. Departure time shifts with the sunset hours, so the operator confirms your exact time once you book. The 36-foot sailboat holds up to six passengers and is crewed by a USCG Captain and first mate who know the bay's secluded spots.

Once you're on the water, the activity is yours to shape. You can take the helm if you want to sail, or settle into the comfort of a private outing and watch the light change across the bay. Snorkeling equipment is on board if the water calls to you. The protected waters of Jobos Bay stay calm enough for the full two hours, and since you're the only group aboard, there's no schedule pressure. You set the pace.

Bring whatever food and drinks you want to enjoy during the sail. The crew will not provide a meal, but the privacy means you can make the sunset exactly what you want it to be. A guide fluent in English or Spanish is included, so questions about the bay, the wildlife or the landscape get answered as you go.

What’s included

• Snorkeling equipment.
• a USCG Captain and crew.
• private use of the 36-foot sailboat for up to six guests.
• a guide in English or Spanish.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

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 11 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical effortNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Sabila Sailing Charter

Is this one for you?This is a private sail, so you and your group have the boat and crew to yourselves: ideal if you want the sunset without sharing the moment or the space. The two-hour window is tight enough to fit into an afternoon but long enough to feel unhurried once you're on the water.

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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.

What is the Jobos Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve?

Jobos Bay is the second-largest estuarine area in Puerto Rico, a protected body of water where rivers meet the sea. The reserve's shallow, calm waters make it ideal for sunset sailing and snorkeling, and the bay is known for its wildlife and mangrove ecosystems.

Can I bring food and drinks on the sail?

Yes, you can bring your own food and beverages to enjoy during the two-hour sail. The crew does not provide a meal, so plan what you want to eat and drink beforehand.

Is snorkeling included, or do I need to bring my own gear?

Snorkeling equipment is provided on the sailboat. You can use it whenever you want during the sail, but snorkeling is not a required part of the activity.

How far is Guayama from San Juan, and how do I get there?

Guayama is about an hour's drive south of San Juan through the Cordillera Central, Puerto Rico's main mountain range. You'll need to arrange your own transportation to the Guayama Fishing Club docks, where the sailboat departs.

What time does the sail depart?

Departure time is scheduled according to the sunset hours and confirmed once you book. The sail lasts two hours, so the operator will set your start time to catch the sunset during your time on the water.