Full Charter All Inclusive for Icacos and Palomino

Paradise comes with a boat schedule. This private Fajardo charter combines guided snorkeling at Tortuga Reef, beach time on Cayo Icacos, and a second island stop at Palomino. I like the small-group format, with only your party aboard, and the generous all-inclusive setup, including snorkeling gear, lunch, drinks, floats, music, and snacks. The main consideration is the price: $1,350 for up to six people is good value for a full group, but costly for only two or three.

The day runs about seven and a half hours, beginning at 9 a.m. from Sunbay Marina. I also like that the boat has a restroom and that the crew, Jon and Sid, are named in the feedback, with special praise for their friendly service. You still need to bring your own towels and sunblock, and the alcohol package may not suit every group.

Key points at a glance

• Tortuga Reef snorkeling: Your first water activity is guided snorkeling with equipment supplied.
• Two different island stops: Icacos gets about four hours, while Palomino gets about two hours.
• Private group setting: The boat is reserved for your group, with a maximum of six people.
• BBQ lunch on the beach day: Chicken, pasta salad, bread, fruit, chips, and drinks are included.
• Comfort matters here: The boat is described as clean and spacious, with a restroom, floats, music, and a floating mat.
• Strong praise for the gear: One detailed account specifically noted that the snorkel equipment did not leak.

Why this private Fajardo charter works well

This is not a quick boat ride with one hurried beach stop. It is a full day built around water time, with snorkeling first and two separate island beaches afterward. That schedule gives you variety without asking you to organize lunch, rent equipment, or decide where to buy drinks once you are offshore.

The private format is especially important. You pay $1,350 per group, not per person, for as many as six people. At six people, that works out to $225 each. At four people, it becomes $337.50 each, and at two people, $675 each. I would consider it reasonable for a family or group of friends that wants control over the day, but less appealing for a small party watching its budget.

The boat is intended to be clean, comfortable, and ready for a long day on the water. You get a restroom onboard, which is a useful detail during a seven-and-a-half-hour outing. Sunbay Marina also has bathrooms, showers, and parking, so you can handle basic needs before departure and after returning.

Starting at Sunbay Marina at 9 a.m.

Your morning begins at Sunbay Marina in Fajardo at 9 a.m. The listed address is Sunbay Marina, Parcelas Beltran Barrio, Fajardo, Puerto Rico 00738. The activity returns to the same meeting point, so you do not need to arrange a separate pickup after the boat ride.

The marina has parking and is near public transportation. Those details make the departure fairly manageable, but the tour does not include hotel transportation. You should plan to reach the marina on your own and bring only what you need for a wet, sunny day.

The operator asks you to bring a towel and sunblock. Pack both. The tour provides plenty of other basics, but these two items are specifically excluded. You may also want a dry change of clothes, though that is practical advice rather than a listed inclusion.

Because the charter begins in the morning and lasts about seven and a half hours, expect to return around 4:30 p.m., allowing for the approximate timing. Boat conditions and the day’s movement between stops can affect the exact schedule.

Guided snorkeling at Tortuga Reef

The first main activity is guided snorkeling at Tortuga Reef. Snorkeling gear is included, so you do not need to rent a mask, snorkel, or related equipment separately. The guide leads the activity, giving this part of the day more structure than simply jumping into the water near a beach.

That guidance can help you make better use of your time. You are not left to guess where to look or how the group should move through the reef area. The description also points to marine life and clear water, so this is the part of the outing aimed most directly at seeing underwater scenery.

The condition of the equipment matters more than many people expect. Poorly fitting masks can turn a beautiful reef into a constant struggle with leaking water. A detailed account specifically praised the snorkel equipment for not leaking, which is a meaningful point for anyone who has had that problem before.

Still, you should remember that snorkeling depends on sea conditions, water visibility, and your comfort in the water. The tour includes guided snorkeling, but no promise is made about the exact marine life you will see or how calm the water will be on your date.

Four hours around Cayo Icacos

After the Tortuga Reef snorkeling session, the boat moves to Cayo Icacos for beach time and lunch. The planned Icacos portion lasts about four hours, making it the main stop of the day.

Icacos is presented as a white-sand beach with clear water and marine life. The appeal here is simple: after the more active reef stop, you get time to slow down. You can use the water, float, sit beneath the umbrella, or enjoy the beach without packing up again right away.

An umbrella is provided in the sand, along with floaters and a floating mat. That is a useful setup for a group with mixed interests. One person can stay on the beach, another can wade or float, and others can listen to music or spend more time in the water.

The four-hour block also gives lunch room to fit without making the beach visit feel like a rushed picnic. The included meal is BBQ chicken, pasta salad, and bread, with fruit and chips available as snacks. Drinks include water, Pepsi, 7UP, Diet Coke, Capri Sun juice, one box of Medalla beer, and 1.75 liters of rum.

The food is basic rather than fancy, which is exactly what usually works for a beach day. You get a filling main dish and familiar side items, not a formal meal that requires you to leave the sand and sit indoors. A detailed account praised the lunch as delicious and said beverages were plentiful, but you should still set expectations at casual BBQ fare.

Sailing to Palomino for the final beach hours

Once lunch and the Icacos beach time are finished, the boat sails to Isla Palominos, also called Palomino. This stop lasts about two hours, so it is shorter and more focused than Icacos.

The change of setting gives the day a useful second act. You do not spend every beach hour in one place, and you get another chance to swim, float, relax, or simply enjoy the view from the shore. Since the boat has already supplied lunch and beach gear, the final stop can be low effort.

The trade-off is time. Two hours goes quickly, especially if you need to gather belongings, move between the boat and beach, or settle into a comfortable spot. I would treat Palomino as a pleasant final beach stop rather than expecting another full excursion.

The schedule is also worth noting for anyone who prefers a slow, unstructured day. This charter does include movement between locations, guided snorkeling, lunch, and a return trip. It is relaxed compared with a packed land tour, but it is not a stay-put beach rental.

What the all-inclusive setup really covers

The inclusions are broad enough to remove most extra spending during the day. You receive:

• Snorkeling equipment
• A guided snorkeling activity
• BBQ chicken, pasta salad, and bread
• Chips and fruit
• Water, soda, juice, Medalla beer, and rum
• Floats and a floating mat
• Music
• A restroom onboard

This package is valuable because island days can become expensive when you add equipment, food, drinks, and water separately. You can board knowing the main pieces are already handled.

The alcohol supply is specific: one box of Medalla beer and 1.75 liters of rum. That is not an open-ended bar, so do not read all-inclusive as unlimited drinks. The package also includes nonalcoholic choices, including water, sodas, and Capri Sun juice.

The food and drink arrangement suits a group that wants convenience. If you have allergies, special dietary needs, or strong food preferences, the supplied details do not explain whether substitutions are available. It would be sensible to ask Escape To Paradise PR before booking if that matters to you.

A clean boat, personal service, and named crew

A strong part of the experience is the personal scale. This is a private activity, so only your group participates. That gives you a more intimate day than a large shared boat, though the exact amount of schedule flexibility is not specified.

The boat is described as being in top condition, clean, and comfortable. The most specific praise called it spotless and spacious. Those qualities have real value when you spend several hours moving between beaches and snorkeling areas.

Jon and Sid are the crew members named in the feedback. They were praised for making the day enjoyable, which fits the service style promised by the operator. The crew is also described as ready to cater to your needs, but the available information does not spell out exactly how much you can change the route or timing.

Music is provided, adding a party-boat touch to the beach setup. That will please groups that want a lively soundtrack. If you prefer quiet time, remember that music is part of the offering, so this may not feel like a silent nature outing.

Price, group size, and the value question

At $1,350 for up to six people, the value depends heavily on group size. For six people, you receive a private boat, crew, guided snorkeling, two island beaches, lunch, drinks, equipment, floats, and roughly a full day on the water for $225 per person.

That is a stronger deal than the headline price first suggests. A group of family members or friends can split the cost while keeping the boat to itself. You are also paying for convenience and privacy, not just transportation to Icacos and Palomino.

For three people, the cost is $450 each. For two, it is $675 each. I would be cautious at those smaller numbers unless having a private boat is the central reason you want this outing.

The current rating is five out of five, based on three ratings. That is encouraging, but it is a small sample. The most praised details are concrete: the boat was spotless and spacious, the snorkel equipment worked well, lunch tasted good, drinks were plentiful, and Jon and Sid helped make the day enjoyable.

Who should book this island day?

I would recommend this charter to a group of up to six that wants a private day and values convenience. It fits families, couples traveling with friends, and groups that want snorkeling plus beach time without arranging each part separately.

It is also a good match if some people in your group do not want to snorkel all day. Icacos and Palomino give you long stretches for swimming, floating, sitting under the umbrella, eating, and listening to music.

I would think twice if you are traveling alone or as a pair and mainly want the least expensive way to reach a beach. The fixed group price can become steep quickly. I would also ask about food arrangements before booking if someone in your group needs a special meal.

Service animals are allowed, and most people can participate. The provided details do not give a full list of mobility requirements, so you should contact the operator directly if anyone in your group has accessibility concerns.

The tour offers free cancellation if you cancel at least 24 hours before the 9 a.m. start time. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours ahead are not accepted for a refund, and the cut-off uses Puerto Rico local time.

Should you book the Icacos and Palomino charter?

Book it if you have a group large enough to share the $1,350 price and want a private, well-stocked day on the water. The combination of guided snorkeling at Tortuga Reef, four hours at Icacos, two hours at Palomino, lunch, drinks, working equipment, and onboard facilities gives you a lot for one outing.

I would skip it if your group is small and price matters more than privacy. For the right party, though, this is a practical way to turn one morning in Fajardo into a full island day, with the hard parts handled and enough free time left to enjoy the sand.

FAQ

Where does the tour begin and end?

The tour begins and ends at Sunbay Marina, Parcelas Beltran Barrio, Fajardo, Puerto Rico 00738.

What time does the charter start?

The start time is 9 a.m. The experience lasts approximately seven hours and 30 minutes.

How many people can join the private charter?

The price covers one private group of up to six people. Only your group participates.

What is included in the lunch?

Lunch includes BBQ chicken, pasta salad, and bread. Chips and fruit are also provided as snacks.

Are snorkeling equipment and floats included?

Yes. Snorkeling equipment, floaters, a floating mat, and guided snorkeling at Tortuga Reef are included.

What do I need to bring?

You need to bring a towel and sunblock. The tour provides water, juice, soda, beer, rum, food, snorkeling equipment, floats, and music.