The 15 Best Icacos & Palomino Island Trips

1.All Inclusive Snorkel and Slide Boat Tour: Icacos or Vieques

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,420 reviews · from $135Our pick

From Marina Puerto Chico in Fajardo, you’ll ride 35 to 45 minutes to a snorkeling site near Vieques or Icacos, depending on departure time. Guides provide fins, masks, and clip-on floaters, then serve lunch, soft drinks, and Puerto Rican rum. Expect turtles, rays, clear water, a beach stop, and possible access to the Medusa boat’s slide.

“This was the greatest thing I’m so glad we booked this! The beaches were gorgeous, the views were incredible! We saw sea turtles, sting rays, lionfish, and so many different species of fish! The guides were incredible I don’t remember everyoRead more”

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2.Icacos Deserted Island Catamaran, Snorkel, and Picnic Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,202 reviews · from $138

From Fajardo, you sail about 45 minutes aboard the Barefoot IV Catamaran to Icacos or a nearby Fajardo Key. Swim, snorkel with supplied gear, stroll the beach, and enjoy a cold lunch with water, sodas, piña coladas, and rum punch. Captain Robert, Luis, Matthew, Edgar, and the crew are known for attentive service and a lively onboard atmosphere.

“The staff was good (2 people). Switched our boat to a smaller one. Hard to get around. Very small up front and tight to go around to the back. No covered area. No rum punch, just pina coladas (not blended). Snorkeling was nice and the beach. Just wish they had more options for drinks.”

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3.Icacos Island Catamaran Day Sail from Fajardo

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,483 reviews · from $140

Set sail from Puerto del Rey Marina on a six-hour catamaran trip to Cayo Icacos, or Palominitos when sea conditions require it. Swim, snorkel with provided gear, relax on the sand, and enjoy a deli buffet with rum drinks, juice, and soda. Captains Jose and Carlos and crew members such as Neff, Adrian, and Andres have been praised for warm, careful service.

“Crew was amazing I loved the beach/island I loved everything about this day and the hospitality was greats”

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4.All Inclusive Beach and Snorkel Boat Tour to Icacos Island

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 611 reviews · from $140

Sail from Puerto del Rey Marina to Icacos Island aboard Tortuga, with snorkeling gear, floating mats, lunch, soft drinks, and local rum included. The crew, including names such as Kevin, Thalia, Lobo, and Francesca, helps beginners feel at ease. Expect a 15 to 20 minute boat ride, a reef stop, and relaxed beach time.

“Great food, drinks, music and crew. Had a blast snorkeling and relaxing on the beach while they served drinks and had the music playing”

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5.Icacos Beach Day Package with Water Taxi Transport from Fajardo

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 566 reviews · from $99Best value

Take a short water taxi from Fajardo to Cayo Icacos for about five hours of beach time. Your crew provides umbrellas, a cooler with water, soda, and local beer, plus masks and snorkels. Guides such as Greg, Ezequiel, David, and Isaac may lead optional snorkeling and a 45-minute island walk.

“The experience was absolutely amazing. David and Ezequiel made sure everything was perfect. Ezequiel brought us on a hike throughout the island which added so much to the whole experience. I will recommend this excursion to everyone”

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6.All-Inclusive Private Charter to Icacos or Palomino Islands

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 421 reviews

From Sunbay Marina in Fajardo, you’ll take a private boat for up to six people to Icacos or Palomino. Captain and crew provide guided snorkeling, gear, beach time, fruit, sandwiches, snacks, soft drinks, beer, rum, and a floating mat. Choose a morning or afternoon departure.

“This trip was AWESOME!! Best experience iv ever had! It was so much fun! The staff was amazing and I’m so glad we booked the private boat and wasent with a bunch of other people. I HIGHLY recommend.”

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7.Icacos Double Dip Power Catamaran Snorkel & Beach Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 236 reviews · from $135

Set out from Fajardo on a power catamaran for reef snorkeling in the Cordillera Cays Nature Reserve and beach time at Cayo Icacos. The crew supplies masks, fins, lunch, water, juices, sodas, and rum drinks. Captains and crew members may include Jay, Gabriel, Kenny, Kiwi, Luis, or Penelope, depending on the sailing.

“One of the only boat tours I found that allowed children under 3 which was perfect for our family traveling with kids ages 1-11 years old. We had an amazing time! Highly recommended for families!”

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8.Tobias Icacos Half Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 113 reviews · from $100

Spend four hours aboard the 43-foot Tobias from Fajardo’s Villa Marina, with a short ride to Icacos, reef snorkeling, a deli-style lunch, open drinks, music, and beach time. The crew may include Isabella, Isaiah, Kelvin, and Captain Tyrone. Children must be at least four, and the boat cannot take expectant mothers or people with back or neck problems.

“So much fun!!! The energy of the crew was amazing. They were super attentive. The food & drinks were great. The timing of everything was perfect. Definitely a highlight of my trip.”

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9.Icacos: Luxury Sailing Catamaran All Inclusive Beach and Snorkel

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 96 reviews · from $195

Sail from Fajardo aboard the 54-foot Getaway Too, limited to 49 people. Swim and snorkel near Icacos and the Cordillera Cays, use the slide and water swings, then enjoy a Puerto Rican lunch, tropical rum drinks, and sorbet. Captain Gabriel is among the captains praised for attentive service.

“Meet up in the morning was easy. The staff was wonderful and made sure we had everything we needed the entire trip. The drinks were yummy and the food was delicious. It was great that it was authentic food and not just cold cuts like others offered. They had plenty of floating devices, two swings, a slide, and Frisbee and balls. Seating was cozy for the trip in and out. It rained and we all had enough room for cover and party continued anyway!”

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10.Private All-Inclusive 22ft Boat Guided Snorkeling Icacos Palomino

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 66 reviews

From Fajardo, you’ll cruise by private 22-foot boat to Icacos, Palomino, and possibly Palominito. A Coast Guard certified captain such as Alex, Jorge, or Mako guides the snorkeling, helps beginners in the water, and provides snacks, drinks, gear, and paddleboard use. The four-hour trip suits families and small groups.

“Alex took great care of myself and my family. We enjoyed the trip with 2 kids (16 and 12). We have various levels of comfort and ability to swim. Alex took special care to teach my 16 year old to swim. My son began the day planning to stRead more”

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11.Icacos All-Inclusive Private Boat Tour – Special Rate for Groups

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 52 reviews · from $545

From Isleta Marina in Fajardo, Jose and his crew take your private group to Icacos or Palomino for swimming, snorkeling, beach time, and water toys. The four-hour charter includes sandwiches, snacks, drinks, towels, sunscreen, snorkel gear, kayaks, paddleboards, and a SeaBob. An optional BBQ adds a more substantial meal.

“My wife and I had a great time. The boat was very clean and Kimberly who assisted Jose the captain was very nice. Both of them were very friendly. The meal provided was delicious. They also have a lot of water toys for people to use. My wife and I were impressed and we highly recommend it. We are planning on doing it again next year.”

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12.All inclusive Private Tour to Icacos and Palomino Island

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 47 reviews

Set out from Fajardo with Water Tours PR on a private 30-foot power catamaran for up to six people. Captain Angel, Jorge, Nomar, Kyle, Luis, or another crew member may tailor the day around Icacos or Palomino Island, weather, and your group. Snorkel gear, float belts, a mat, sandwiches, sodas, beer, and rum drinks are included.

“Captain Nomar was wonderful! He took our group around and took care of the snorkeling and safety at all times. I highly recommend them for private trips. Thank you”

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13.Half Day Icacos Island with Roundtrip Transport from San Juan

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 26 reviews · from $198

Travel by air-conditioned vehicle from San Juan to Fajardo, then cruise to Icacos for guided snorkeling, beach time, lunch, fruit, salad, and unlimited drinks. Crews may include Luis, Damien, Geraldo, Daniel, or other staff. Expect a small group of up to 20 people, weather-dependent snorkeling, and an early pickup.

“This tour was a great experience from start to finish!! Our arranged transport was organized and efficient. As soon as we got to the marina, we were impressed with East Isle Excursions! Everyone was super nice. Our captain and crew (Daniel -Read more”

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14.Private Luxury 36′ Yacht from Fajardo to Icacos or Palomino

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 25 reviews

Spend six private hours aboard a 36-foot yacht from Puerto Del Rey in Fajardo. Your captain and crew take your group of up to six to Icacos, Palomino, or Piñero. Expect shaded seating, a bow for sunbathing, a cabin bathroom, snorkeling gear, snacks, lunch, water, soda, and a dog-friendly setup. Karina helps coordinate the details.

“Honestly, amazing family run company, well organized and super friendly and accommodating. Would absolutely recommend to anyone who is in the area. Karina was super helpful and attentive and reached out to coordinate everythiRead more”

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15.Public or Private Boat Trip to Icacos & Palomino

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 21 reviews

Book a private boat from Fajardo for your group of up to six, then choose Cayo Icacos, Palomino Island, or both. Tanya and the Real PR Travel team handle the boat day, with lunch, snorkeling gear, rum drinks, beer, soda, water, and juice included. The four-hour outing suits birthdays, family days, and small celebrations.

“We had the best time on our probate boat charter with Real PR Tours.”

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