Snorkel in the Pristine Waters of Puerto Rico
About
Discover the beauty of Puerto Rico's underwater world with your loved ones or colleagues, or celebrate special occasions aboard either El Kraken or Medusa. Both offer the perfect setting for private events. Choose between El Kraken's spacious deck or Medusa's added excitement with a slide, ensuring a memorable experience for all guests.
Itinerary:
Our Puerto Rico Boat Charter departs from Marina Puerto Chico. Sail along the Fajardo coastline and enter the Icacos Islands Nature Reserve, renowned for its pristine chain of islands. Bring your underwater camera to capture the vibrant marine life thriving among ancient limestone formations. Enjoy snorkeling in the La Cordillera area, exploring coral reef formations teeming with diverse sea creatures. Replenish with snacks and drinks before enjoying lunch with a view as we head towards the world-famous Icacos Island Beach for the remainder of the excursion. Finally, we return to the Marina, concluding your unforgettable snorkeling adventure.
Important Note:
We understand that flexibility is key to ensuring your charter experience meets your expectations. Therefore, changes to the itinerary can be discussed and approved at the time of reservation or before your charter date. To facilitate this process, you're welcome to reserve online and include any desired changes in the notes section. Our dedicated planners will carefully review your requests and provide suitable options.
Options for customization include:
- Changes in the duration of beach time and/or snorkeling session: You can tailor your experience by adjusting the duration of beach time or snorkeling activities to better suit your group's preferences.
- Requests for cakes or food items: Elevate your charter with personalized culinary offerings. Guests may request specific cakes or food items to enhance their onboard dining experience. Additional charges may apply for these customizations.
- Decoration: Please note that the guests will cover any incurred costs for decorations.
By offering these customizable options, we strive to ensure your charter experience is truly unique and tailored to your desires.
QUICK DETAILS
- Duration: 5 hours
- Departures: Everyday
- Check-In Options: 7:30 am or 1:30 pm
- Where: Marina Puerto Chico, Fajardo
- Included: Guided snorkeling with all gear, lunch, soft drinks, local rum
- Not Included: Beers, premium cocktails
- Gratuity: Tips at your discretion; 10% cash gratuity standard in the nautical tourism industry
- Maximum Capacity: 45 guests
- Services: All services of Icacos Island Snorkel Tour, exclusively for your group
Booking Notes
#**CHECK-IN TIME: 7:30 AM or 1:30 PM**
#**TOUR START TIME: 8:00 AM or 2:00 PM**
*Check-In Instructions: https://vimeo.com/1014807204 *
*Once you arrive at the marina's gate, please inform the guard you have a reservation for the Snorkel & Slide tour with Snorkeling Puerto Rico. Park your car in the free visitors' parking. Use the pedestrian's gate to enter the marina and meet us at Sabalo's Marina & Grill Rooftop, located next to the marina's main office.* *
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**IMPORTANT RESTRICTIONS**
- *Newborns and infants are not allowed to participate.* ***Children under 6 years of age are not allowed to participate.***
- ***Pregnant women please contact us directly prior to creating a reservation.*** - *The American Pregnancy Association informs about Pregnancy Wellness and Exercise “During pregnancy, your balance will be off making you more susceptible to tripping or falling.” Also, informs “Although swimming is a water sport, not all water sports are safe during pregnancy.” Our vessel due to normal movement with currents, wind, and waves, increases the risks of tripping or falling for all guests. Pregnant women are susceptible to tripping or falling faster. The safety of your unborn child and yours, are very important for us. In case of emergency, we cannot guarantee a fast return to the mainland or the necessary medical assistance.*
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**NOTIFY AHEAD**
- *Questions or details about a medical condition of a participant, feel welcome to contact us at (787)245-4545 or sales@snorkelingpuertorico.com*
- *Our lunch is prepared daily - Remember to inform us at least 24 hours before your tour, if you or anyone in your group is ***vegan or vegetarian*** in order to have lunch options for them. Also, participants with specific dietary preferences are welcome to bring prepared lunch aboard.*
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**WHAT TO BRING**
- *Towel*
- *Swimwear and shoes/sandals that can get wet*
- *Sun Protection* ***(biodegradable or without Oxybenzone ingredient sunblock, long sleeve shirt, etc.)***
- *Recommended: Credit Card for onboard purchases (Special Drinks, Towels, Waterproof Phone Cases)
- *Recommended: Cash (Gratuity)*
- *Please bring needed medication aboard for personal and specific medical conditions.*
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**HELPFUL HINTS**
- *Free parking is available in Marina Puerto Chico, Fajardo.*
- *Have a good breakfast before enjoying aquatic excursions.*
- *Restrooms and Showers are available at the marina before and after the excursion.*
- ***AT YOUR OWN RISK:*** *If you would like to take your phone or a camera on the excursion for photos, make sure it is waterproof or bring a waterproof bag to store it in.*
- **DO NOT BRING VALUABLES OR ANYTHING THAT CAN NOT GET WET** - *lost items will be very hard to find in the water and anything you take with you might get wet. The company will not reimburse lost items.*
- *If you are making plans for a nice lunch/dinner experience after your tour, we highly recommend **Sabalos Marina Grill** right on Puerto Chico (same place where you will be doing your check in) Not only their food is AMAZING, but all Snorkeling Puerto Rico guests receive a free welcome drink with the purchase of any entrée (1 per entrée)*
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**HEALTH**
*You will require flexing knees and other leg movements to board our vessel and to be able to use the sea ladder. Some medical conditions are not suitable for our Snorkeling Tours.*
*Some medical conditions to consider:*
- *Epilepsy*
- *Dizziness*
- *Diabetes*
- *Asthma*
- *Heart conditions*
- *Other serious medical conditions or surgeries.*
*Please bring needed medication aboard. Questions or details about a medical condition of a participant, prior to booking, feel welcome to contact us at (787)245-4545 or sales@snorkelingpuertorico.com.*
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**WEATHER**
*If we need to cancel due to weather conditions we will call to notify you as soon as possible and you will not be charged. However, please note that due to the unpredictable weather in the Caribbean*, ***cancellations may be done the same day on-site.***
*We make all determinations about weather cancellations; so please do not make the mistake of deciding not to arrive at your excursion because you think the weather might not be acceptable as* ***you will not be refunded if the excursion goes out.***
*If you have a question about the weather conditions feel welcome to contact us at (787)245-4545*
**TRANSPORTATION RECOMMENDATIONS**
- *Book roundtrip transportation with us by calling at (787)245-4545 or accessing the following link: https://fareharbor.com/embeds/book/funcatpr/items/448975*
- *Self Drive/ Rental Car*
- *Uber or Taxi services*
**DRIVING DIRECTIONS**
Location: ***Marina Puerto Chico, Fajardo***
**Click the map to open in Google Maps**
[](https://goo.gl/maps/mV7dd3bKiyE45zTj9)
GPS Coordinates: 18°34926"N, -65°63537"W
Cancellation Policy
- *"Taxes & Fees" include online booking fees and Puerto Rico taxes*
- ***Rebooking and Cancellation Policy for Private Charters - 2 weeks prior*** to the scheduled excursion date to receive a full refund.* **Tours Are Non-Refundable If Cancelled Within Two Weeks of Scheduled Excursion**
- ***No-shows, late arrivals, or cancellations made less than ***2 weeks prior*** are non-refundable.*** - *Cancellations made less than two weeks prior to the scheduled excursion, late arrivals, or “no shows” will maintain a full charge. All cancelations must be made by telephone or email directly with Caribbean School of Aquatics, Inc. dba Snorkeling Puerto Rico. Contact us at (787)245-4545 or sales@snorkelingpuertorico.com*
- **Optional 40% Deposit for Charters**
Full payment for Private Charters must be received - **a month prior tour date.**
to avoid cancellation.
*Due to our group's unique nature and small size, we are forced to remain quite firm about our cancellation policy. Regardless of the cancellation reason, our time and fixed costs are already invested; we may even have turned down other customers by holding your space. We are there, onsite, waiting, and ready to receive you.
Important Information
- ***Use of face masks aboard our vessel (optional)***
- *Practice physical distancing (recommended)*
- *Reduced capacity of 40 participants maximum*
- *Vessel and gear disinfection before and after* **every tour**
