All inclusive Private Tour to Icacos and Palomino Island

Paradise is only a short boat ride away. This private Fajardo charter gives your group a 30-foot Power Cat, flexible stops, snorkeling gear, floating equipment, sandwiches, sodas, beer, and rum drinks for $850, with space for up to six people. I especially like the private format, which lets you enjoy the boat without strangers, and the chance to choose between Icacos and Palomino based on the day’s weather. The main drawback is that the four-hour trip is weather-dependent, and a last-minute cancellation can disrupt carefully planned vacation days.

The trip begins at Safe Harbor Puerto Del Rey in Fajardo and returns to the same marina. Captains including Angel, Jorge, Nomar, Kyle, Luis, and others have earned strong praise for their friendly service, attention to children, and willingness to adjust the pace. I would book several days ahead, bring extra sunscreen, and confirm which drinks and water-scooter options are available before departure.

Key points at a glance

• A private 30-foot Power Cat: Your group gets the boat to itself, with no shared-tour crowd.
• Icacos or Palomino Island: The captain chooses suitable stops according to the day’s weather and sea conditions.
• Food and drinks included: Turkey, ham, and vegetarian sandwiches come with chips, fruit, water, sodas, beer, and rum-based drinks.
• Easy water access: Snorkels, float belts, a floating mat, and required USCG-certified safety equipment are provided.
• Flexible island time: You can snorkel, swim in shallow turquoise water, relax on the beach, and adjust the time spent at each stop.
• Optional water scooters: Seabob or water-scooter rentals are available for an additional charge.

Leaving Fajardo on a private Power Cat

The meeting point is Safe Harbor Puerto Del Rey at 4900 State Road 3, Kilometer 51.4, in Fajardo. Free parking is included, and the marina has a bathroom, which is useful before setting out with children or after a drive across the island.

The boat is a 30-foot Power Cat, a practical size for a private outing. You get the feeling of a charter without booking a large yacht. The private setup matters most if your group has mixed interests. One person can snorkel, another can stay on the floating mat, and someone else can simply sit back with a cold drink without having to follow a stranger’s schedule.

The normal trip lasts about four hours. That is enough time for a boat ride, a beach stop, and some snorkeling, but it is not a full-day island expedition. If you want a slow morning with long stretches on shore, four hours may feel short. If you want a compact half-day escape from Fajardo, the timing works well.

The crew members named in the feedback include Captains Angel, Jorge, Nomar, Kyle, and Luis. Their personalities may vary by departure, but the strongest pattern is attentive service. Angel was praised for helping families with children and a baby, while Nomar was singled out for handling snorkeling and safety carefully. Jorge was described as warm and especially committed to giving people a good day.

Choosing between Icacos and Palomino Island

The exact island and stop order can change with the weather. That flexibility is sensible in Puerto Rico, where wind and water conditions can affect both comfort and visibility. Instead of promising one fixed route in every condition, the captain selects spots that fit the day.

Cayo Icacos is the main island option described for this trip. Its appeal is simple: clear water, beach time, shallow swimming areas, and the chance to snorkel from the boat or near shore. The swimming areas are usually about three to five feet deep, making them comfortable for many swimmers and useful for families who do not want to begin in deep water.

Icacos is not a sightseeing stop packed with monuments or shops. The attraction is the water itself. You come here for sand, swimming, snorkeling, and a warm Caribbean setting. Bring the right expectations and you will understand the appeal quickly.

Palomino Island offers the same basic pleasures: beach time, clear water, swimming, and a relaxed island stop. One family praised the island as beautiful after a trip that included adults, children, and a baby. The private boat also allows your captain to adjust the amount of time spent at the island, though the exact schedule depends on sea conditions and the day’s plan.

The lack of a fixed stop can be a benefit, but it also means you should not book this expecting a guaranteed snorkeling location or identical route every time. One family had to skip snorkeling because the weather changed and returned early, yet still considered the outing one of the best parts of its vacation. That is a fair picture of the tradeoff: the crew puts safety and comfort ahead of forcing the original plan.

Snorkeling in clear, shallow water

Snorkeling equipment is included, so you do not have to rent a mask and fins before arriving. Float belts and a floating mat are also on board, along with USCG-certified safety equipment.

I like this arrangement because it makes the trip easier for mixed-ability groups. Strong swimmers can head into the water, while less confident swimmers can use a float belt or stay near the shallow beach area. The crew can also help with the snorkeling portion, and Captain Nomar received particular praise for keeping an eye on safety while guiding the group.

Still, snorkeling conditions depend on the weather. Water clarity can change with wind, clouds, and waves, and the planned snorkeling stop may be shortened or skipped. Do not treat the included gear as a promise of a long reef session. Think of snorkeling as one part of a flexible boat day.

The float mat may be the most useful item for people who want to relax rather than swim continuously. You can use it near the beach or in a suitable swimming area, subject to the captain’s instructions. If you are bringing young children, remember that floatation aids do not replace close adult supervision.

Sandwiches, fruit, beer, and rum drinks

The food is straightforward and practical. The tour includes turkey, ham, and vegetarian sandwiches, along with chips and fruit. You can also bring other food if you have preferences or dietary needs.

Drinks include water, sodas, beer, piña coladas or other rum drinks, and rum pouches. One person noted that rum drinks did not appear during the trip despite being advertised. The operator apologized and said the captain would be reminded, so I would confirm the drink choices when you board if that part of the package matters to you.

This is not a catered restaurant meal. It is boat food, designed to keep you comfortable during a four-hour outing. Sandwiches and fruit are exactly the kind of simple lunch that works after swimming. If you have allergies, tell the company in advance. The operator specifically asks passengers to report allergies, and you may bring additional food that suits your group.

Alcohol is included, but you should still pace yourself. Sun, salt water, and rum can work together faster than expected. Water and sodas are available, so alternate drinks and keep children supplied with water.

How private service changes the day

The biggest reason to choose this charter is control. You are not sharing the boat with a large group, and the captain can adjust the outing around your needs within the limits of weather, safety, and the four-hour schedule.

That difference was especially useful for families. Captains were praised for helping children, accommodating a late arrival in one case, and making groups feel looked after. A private charter also gives couples or small groups more quiet time than a crowded public boat.

The boat is still a boat, not a private luxury resort. Space is limited, and everyone shares the same deck, bathroom, food supplies, and equipment. But for a group of up to six, the setup should feel personal and manageable. If you have more than six people, confirm capacity before booking rather than assuming the boat can take a larger party.

The captain’s role matters here. Angel, Jorge, Nomar, Kyle, and Luis were all praised for friendly attitudes, conversation, safety, and effort. That personal service is a major part of the value. The route itself is beautiful, but the crew determines how smooth the day feels.

The extra-cost water scooter option

Water-scooter rentals are optional and cost extra. One person specifically recommended getting the Seabob, describing it as a lot of fun. This can add an active element to a trip that otherwise centers on swimming, snorkeling, and sitting on the beach.

I would treat the scooter as an add-on, not a reason to book the tour. The base price already covers the boat, food, drinks, snorkeling equipment, floats, and parking. Ask about the current rental price, operating rules, and available time before adding it to your budget.

If your group includes children or people who simply want a calm beach outing, you may not need the extra expense. If everyone wants more action on the water, it could make the private charter feel more varied.

Is $850 good value for up to six?

The listed price is $850 per group, not per person, for up to six people. At full capacity, that works out to about $142 per person. For four people, it comes to $212.50 each, and for two people, the cost is $425 per person.

That calculation explains who gets the best value. A full group of six receives a private boat, captain, island transport, food, drinks, snorkeling gear, flotation equipment, and parking at a cost that can be reasonable for a special half-day outing. A couple pays much more per person, so a shared tour may be cheaper if privacy is not important.

I would choose this charter when the group values privacy and flexibility. You are paying for the boat being yours, not just for transportation to an island. That is useful for families with children, groups with different swimming abilities, and friends who want to control the mood and pace.

The four-hour duration also keeps the total commitment modest. You can spend part of the day on the water and still have time for another activity in Fajardo or elsewhere. The limitation is that the price does not guarantee perfect weather, a particular island, or a full snorkeling session.

Weather, cancellations, and practical planning

This trip requires good weather. If poor conditions force a cancellation, you can receive a full refund or move to another date. If you cancel at least 24 hours before the start time, you receive a full refund. Cancellations made within 24 hours are not refunded, and changes inside that window are not accepted.

That policy makes advance planning important. The operator has canceled a trip because the weather was not suitable, and the affected group found it difficult to arrange another boat at short notice. If this outing is the centerpiece of your vacation, avoid booking it on your final available day.

You should also reserve several days ahead. The tour has had more than ten bookings in a recent month, and a private boat has limited capacity. Last-minute availability may be poor, especially during busy vacation periods.

Bring sunscreen and reapply it often. One person’s only real warning was to keep putting on sunscreen, and that advice is easy to ignore on a boat because wind makes the sun feel less intense. A hat, swimsuit, towel, and dry change of clothes are sensible additions, though only the included equipment and food are confirmed by the tour details.

Children aged one and older may participate. Service animals are allowed, and most people can take part. The trip is near public transportation, although the practical meeting point remains the marina in Fajardo.

Who will enjoy this boat trip most?

I would recommend it most strongly to families and small groups that want a private day without planning every detail themselves. The included sandwiches, drinks, snorkels, float belts, and mat reduce the amount of gear you need to organize.

It also suits people who want a relaxed island visit rather than a packed schedule. You can swim, sit on the beach, snack, and enjoy the water at an easy pace. The captains’ attention to children is another reason families may prefer this to a larger shared boat.

Couples can enjoy it too, but the price is harder to justify for two people. If you are a couple and privacy is not essential, compare the total cost with a shared excursion.

This is less suitable if you need a guaranteed itinerary, a specific island, or a long snorkeling session. Weather can change the route, and the captain may skip a stop or return early for safety. That flexibility is sensible, but it requires an easygoing attitude.

Should you book Water Tours PR?

Book this private charter if you have four to six people, value personal service, and want a simple way to reach Icacos or Palomino from Fajardo. The strongest reasons are the private boat, shallow clear swimming areas, included food and drinks, and captains who take care with families and snorkeling safety.

I would not book it at the last minute if missing the trip would spoil your vacation. Reserve ahead, keep a backup beach plan, disclose allergies, and confirm the included rum drinks and any water-scooter fee.

For the right group, $850 buys more than a ride. It buys time on the water without a crowd and a captain who can shape the day around your group. That is the real value.

FAQ

Where does the private boat tour begin?

The tour begins at Safe Harbor Puerto Del Rey, located at 4900 State Road 3, Kilometer 51.4, in Fajardo, Puerto Rico.

Where does the tour end?

The activity ends back at the same meeting point at Safe Harbor Puerto Del Rey.

How much does the tour cost?

The price is $850 per group, with space for up to six people.

How long does the tour last?

The tour lasts approximately four hours.

Which islands does the boat visit?

The trip can visit Cayo Icacos or Palomino Island. The specific stops can change according to the weather on the day of the trip.

Is the boat shared with other people?

No. This is a private activity, and only your group participates.

What food and drinks are included?

The trip includes turkey, ham, and vegetarian sandwiches, chips, fruit, water, sodas, beer, and piña coladas or other rum drinks.

Is snorkeling equipment provided?

Yes. Snorkeling equipment, float belts, a floating mat, and USCG-certified safety equipment are provided.

What happens if the weather is poor?

If the tour is canceled because of poor weather, you can receive a full refund or choose a different date. You can also cancel for a full refund if you do so at least 24 hours before the scheduled start time.