Power Catamaran All Included Island Trips

A private boat changes the whole island day. This Fajardo catamaran trip gives your group a half-day on the water, with stops at Icacos or Palomino Island, lunch, drinks, snorkeling gear, and floaters included. I like the privacy and the freedom to adjust the outing around your group, rather than sharing a crowded boat with strangers.

I also like the family-friendly care shown by captains Edgar and Tito, especially the use of life vests for children and the willingness to move to a calmer snorkeling spot when water conditions are rough. The main drawback is the sea ladder, which can be difficult for anyone with serious knee problems. Towels, sunscreen, and transportation to the marina are also up to you.

Key points to know before booking

• Private boat for up to six: The $999 rate covers the whole group, not each person separately.
• Two possible island stops: The route includes Icacos and/or Palomino Island, both reached only by boat.
• Optional reef snorkeling: The coral reef is in water about 18 to 25 feet deep.
• Food and drinks are included: Expect wraps or sandwiches, snacks, soft drinks, water, beer, and other alcoholic beverages.
• Strong family appeal: Floaters and life vests are provided, and the smaller boat avoids the packed feel of large group cruises.
• Five hours at sea: The 10:00 am start gives you a useful morning-to-afternoon outing from Renaissance Villa Marina in Fajardo.

Why a private Fajardo catamaran works so well

The best reason to choose this trip is control. You are booking a private outing for up to six people, so the boat belongs to your group for the duration of the trip. That matters if you are traveling with children, want a quieter day, or simply do not want to spend your island time around a large crowd.

The price is $999 per group. At six people, that works out to $166.50 each, before any separate transportation costs. That is not a bargain-priced boat ride, but it includes lunch, snacks, beer, soft drinks, water, snorkeling equipment, and floatation devices. For a full private boat, the value improves as your group gets closer to six.

If you have only two or three people, the cost per person rises quickly. I would look at this as a private charter with food and gear, not as a basic ferry ticket. The privacy is the main purchase.

The boat leaves from Renaissance Villa Marina, at marina slip number 6 in Fajardo. The meeting time is 10:00 am, and the activity returns to the same point. There is no hotel pickup or drop-off, so plan your own way to the marina. A mobile ticket is provided, and confirmation arrives at booking.

Leaving Renaissance Villa Marina at 10:00 am

The marina meeting point makes the morning fairly straightforward. You arrive at Renaissance Villa Marina, find slip number 6, and meet the crew before setting out. Since the trip is private, you do not need to coordinate with a large group once you arrive.

Five hours is a useful length for this kind of outing. You get enough time for an island stop, food, swimming, and perhaps reef snorkeling without committing your entire day to the water. It also leaves room in your schedule for dinner or another activity later.

I would arrive ready for sun and spray. Sunscreen and towels are not included, so bring both. You should also wear practical swimwear and footwear suited to a boat and a sea ladder. The information provided specifically warns that the ladder may not suit people with serious knee problems.

The boat has flotation devices and snorkeling equipment onboard. For children, that extra safety support is important. One family specifically appreciated the life vests provided for young children, while the kids enjoyed the floaties.

Icacos and Palomino Island: what your stop offers

The trip visits the natural reserve island of Icacos and/or Palomino Island. These islands are reached only by boat, which gives the outing its sense of escape from the marina. The exact combination can depend on the conditions and the captain’s judgment.

Icacos is the kind of stop that suits a simple beach break. You can swim, sit in the sun, use the floaters, or enjoy the water without needing a long land itinerary. The appeal is the setting and the time outdoors, not a list of monuments or organized sightseeing stops.

Palomino offers the same basic appeal: a boat-access island where your group can slow down and enjoy the coast. Since the route may include one island or both, you should think of the day as a flexible island-and-water outing rather than a guaranteed checklist of fixed stops.

That flexibility can work in your favor. Captain Edgar reportedly changed the snorkeling location when the first spot looked too rough. For me, that is the right kind of judgment on a water trip. A captain who pays attention to conditions is more valuable than one who follows a rigid plan.

The tradeoff is that sea conditions affect the experience. You may not receive the exact same route every time, and poor weather can lead to a date change or full refund. That is a fair condition for an activity built around open water.

Snorkeling at 18 to 25 feet

After the island visit, the boat may head to a nearby coral reef for optional snorkeling. The stated depth is about 18 to 25 feet, so this is not a shallow wade along the shoreline. You should be comfortable in open water and willing to use the provided flotation equipment if needed.

Snorkeling gear is included, which saves you from packing or renting masks and related equipment separately. The reef is described as holding lively underwater life, but the quality of the view will depend on water clarity, weather, and the day’s conditions.

The optional format is useful. If everyone in your group wants to snorkel, you can make it a major part of the trip. If some people prefer to float, sunbathe, or stay aboard, they do not have to treat snorkeling as the only purpose of the excursion.

Families should discuss the depth and the boat ladder before booking. Children can use life vests and floaters, but the activity still takes place in open water. Adults should keep a close eye on young swimmers and use the equipment provided.

The smaller private boat is especially helpful here. A large group boat may have a set schedule and many people entering the water at once. With a private charter, your group can spend more time at a suitable spot and avoid the feeling of being moved through the water on a strict conveyor belt.

Lunch, snacks, and drinks onboard

Food is one of the practical strengths of this charter. Lunch consists of wraps or sandwiches, with snacks such as fresh fruit, dips, and chips. Soft drinks include Coke and Sprite, along with water. Beer and other alcoholic beverages are also included.

That menu is well suited to a five-hour outing. You do not need to leave the water to find lunch, and the food is easy to eat aboard a boat or during a relaxed island stop. Fresh fruit and dips add something lighter than a meal built only around packaged snacks.

The included drinks also help explain the group price. If you were paying separately for lunch, beer, water, soft drinks, and snorkeling gear, the private charter cost would be harder to judge. You should still bring any special food or drink you require, since the supplied menu may not match every dietary need. The available information does not promise options for specific allergies or diets.

Remember that alcoholic drinks are included, but sensible limits matter. You are on a moving boat, using a ladder, swimming, and spending hours in the sun. The trip’s family appeal comes partly from having both adult drinks and kid-friendly options, not from turning the outing into a drinking cruise.

Captains Edgar and Tito set the tone

The captains are a major part of this experience. Edgar is praised for providing life vests for children, keeping safety in mind, and adjusting the snorkeling plan when the water was rough. Tito is also singled out for making a family outing feel relaxed and avoiding the rowdy atmosphere associated with some larger boats.

That personal attention is exactly what you are paying for with a private charter. You can ask about water conditions, explain your group’s comfort level, and make sensible choices about snorkeling and swimming. The crew’s response matters as much as the boat itself.

The safety focus deserves special attention. One account describes Edgar as an experienced boater whose first concern was the safety of the family onboard. You should still make your own limits clear, especially if children or weaker swimmers are in the group.

The experience has earned a five-star rating from all 11 submitted reviews, with 100 percent recommending it. That is a small sample, so I would not treat it as a guarantee. Still, the praise is consistent in the areas that matter most: friendly captains, family care, food, flexibility, and a more private feel.

Family groups get the biggest benefit

I think this trip makes the most sense for a family or friend group of four to six people. The private format gives children room to enjoy floaters and snacks while adults avoid the crowds and noise of a larger group boat.

It also suits couples or adult friends who want their own boat, but the price is less attractive with fewer people. At two passengers, the $999 fee is effectively $499.50 each. At four, it is $249.75 each. At six, it becomes $166.50 each, making the charter far easier to justify.

This is not the best match for someone seeking a long, full-day sailing trip. The duration is about five hours, and the focus is on island time, swimming, snorkeling, and an onboard meal. It is also not ideal for anyone with serious knee trouble because of the sea ladder.

Service animals are allowed, and the activity is near public transportation. Most people can participate, but the open-water setting and ladder still call for reasonable mobility and comfort around boats.

What to pack for this five-hour outing

The provided list is clear about what you need to supply yourself. Bring:

• Sunscreen
• Towels
• Transportation to and from Renaissance Villa Marina
• Any personal items you need for five hours in the sun

Snorkeling equipment, floaters, food, and beverages are included. You do not need to arrange those separately.

I would apply sunscreen before boarding and bring more for later. The boat and islands offer little reason to expect shade throughout the day. A towel is especially useful after swimming, since it is not supplied.

Keep your packing light and practical. You are going to a marina, then an island and reef, not a formal sightseeing stop. The most useful items are the ones that help with sun, water, and comfort.

Weather and cancellation terms

This outing requires good weather. If poor conditions force cancellation, you are offered another date or a full refund. That protection matters for a boat trip, where wind and sea conditions can change the day’s safety and comfort.

You can cancel for a full refund if you do so at least 24 hours before the start time. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours ahead are not refunded or accepted. The cut-off uses local Puerto Rico time, so keep that in mind if you are booking from another time zone.

I would avoid placing this trip on the last possible day of a short Puerto Rico visit. A weather cancellation may leave you with no time to reschedule, even though the refund policy is clear.

Should you book the $999 private charter?

Book it if you have up to six people, value privacy, and want lunch, drinks, snorkeling gear, and an island stop handled in one five-hour package. Families will likely get the most from the floaters, child life vests, quieter boat, and captain flexibility.

Think twice if your party is small or if anyone has serious knee problems. The price per person becomes high with only two or three people, and the sea ladder may make boarding or returning from the water uncomfortable.

My call: this is a strong choice for a full group that wants a relaxed, family-friendly day on the water. The captain’s attention to safety and changing conditions is the most important advantage. Fill the boat, bring sunscreen and towels, and treat the private setting as the main value.

FAQ

Where does the catamaran trip begin?

The trip begins at Renaissance Villa Marina, marina slip number 6, in Fajardo, Puerto Rico.

What time does the trip start?

The scheduled start time is 10:00 am.

How long does the experience last?

The outing lasts approximately five hours and ends back at the meeting point.

How many people can join the private boat?

The price covers one private group of up to six passengers.

Are lunch and drinks included?

Yes. Included food consists of wraps or sandwiches and snacks. Drinks include beer, other alcoholic beverages, Coke, Sprite, and water.

Is snorkeling equipment provided?

Yes. Snorkeling equipment and floatation devices are included. Snorkeling at a nearby coral reef is optional, with water depth listed at about 18 to 25 feet.