The 13 Best Vieques Day Trips from Puerto Rico

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.Bioluminescent Bay Kayak Trip from Vieques

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,112 reviews · from $65

Paddle Mosquito Bay at night in a clear or semi-clear-bottom kayak with guides such as Arnaldo, Ian, Abelario, or Abby. You’ll learn why the water glows, watch the stars, and spend about 1.5 hours on the bay. Plan to stay overnight on Vieques, and expect a muddy launch.

“Arnaldo was an exceptional guide! During the ride to the launch site, he shared fascinating insights about the island's natural ecosystem. Before we got into the water, he took time to point out numerous star constellations, which was a woRead more”

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3.Snorkeling Tour to Vieques Island only 30 minutes away!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 769 reviews · from $134

From Ceiba, Pure Adventure takes you by boat to Vieques in about 30 minutes for reef snorkeling, beach time, and possible sightings of turtles, rays, barracuda, octopus, and other sea life. Guides such as Luis, Freddy, Juan, Carlos, and Victor provide instruction and local insight. Gear, refreshments, and paddleboards are included.

“We had a great time! The guides were great. We saw a lot of fish, an octopus, and turtles. We had fun jumping off the boat. They provided drinks and lunch.”

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4.Overnight Bio Bay Kayak Tour in Vieques Island

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 549 reviews · from $65

Paddle Vieques’ famous Bio Bay after sunset with a local guide such as Dillon, Deon, or Adel. The tour includes kayak gear, instruction, van transport, and a short beach stop, but you must stay overnight on Vieques. Expect a simple kayak, a bumpy ride, and the strongest glow on dark, moonless nights.

“The bioluminescent tour with Adel and Travesía group was amazing! Adel (the guide) was very knowledgeable and informative during the whole trip. We were given freedom to roam around while still giving us a great tour and information about the bay. DO NOT USE any repellent, as there are no mosquitoes in the bay. If you can, try to plan it during a sunny day and a new moon. The bay will be darkest and it will make for a great experience. I took a 7-year with exceptional needs with us and she had a blast.”

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5.Vieques island Biobay Kayaking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 256 reviews · from $60

Meet Alikei Adventures at Gustitos al Grill in Esperanza for a guided clear-kayak trip across Mosquito Bay. Guides including Alexis and Javier explain the glowing dinoflagellates, point out fish sparkling below, and keep the small group organized. The outing lasts about 90 minutes, with roughly an hour on the water.

“Phenomenal experience - went during half moon partly cloudy, and it was amazing. Feels like you’re in a void - looking up you see stars, and looking down you still see stars. Tour guide was knowledgeable, and felt safe the entire time. AdditiRead more”

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6.Bioluminescent Boat Tour in Mosquito Bay, Vieques

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 227 reviews · from $100

Cruise Mosquito Bay on a 24-foot electric catamaran with up to eight other people. Guides such as Eddie explain the glowing organisms, local ecosystem, and night sky. You can stir the water with onboard poles, watch fish light up, and enjoy the bay without paddling or getting wet.

“We went on a boat. You use poles to put in the water to see the bioluminescense. The guide was informative and friendly. Next time I would do a translucent kayak for a better visual experience.”

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7.Vieques Bio Bay Tour and Beach Day Trip from San Juan by Ferry

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 106 reviews · from $230

Spend about 11 hours traveling from San Juan to Vieques by van and ferry, relaxing at Sun Bay or Esperanza Beach, eating along El Malecon, and kayaking through glowing Mosquito Bay. Guides such as Rafael and David help manage the long day and explain the bay’s science. Clear-bottom kayaks, round-trip transport, snacks, and ferry tickets are included.

“This is a must see experience! If you are in Puerto Rico, make the time to see the bio bay. You will not be disappointed. The travel to and from is not ideal but our guide Rafael took really good care of us and was very informative with all the questions we asked.”

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8.Bio Bay Tour Vieques – Full Clear Canoes Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 89 reviews · from $57Best value

Meet Adventure Vieques in Esperanza for a guided night trip through Bahia Bioluminiscente. You’ll paddle clear canoes over glowing microorganisms while guides such as Luis, Javier, and Ivan explain the bay, stars, and conservation. The experience lasts about 90 minutes, with transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle.

“Javier and Luis were amazing and hands down the best tour in Vieques! They were extremely helpful, knowledgeable and accommodating. I had a few issues since I took the ferry to Vieques that same night just for the bioluminescent tour, I see why they recommended that you’re already in the island. Either way it was the only way I could do it, they worked with me and helped me get to the ferry in time to make it back to Ceiba in time. One of the best experiences of my life, worth it, they even helped me get video of the experience. Highly recommend these guys.”

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9.Unforgettable One Day Bioluminescent Kayak Adventure in Vieques

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 76 reviews · from $60

Kayak through Vieques’ Mosquito Bay as dinoflagellates glow around each paddle stroke. This roughly 90-minute outing includes about an hour on the water, guides such as Rebecca, Angel, and Ryan, and a small group capped at 20. Plan your ferry and taxi carefully, and expect to get wet.

“Absolutely the worst experience ever I was lied to and defrauded. I text the company multiple times for help, and I even told them that the ferry said it was sold out and the operator told me to go in person. I drove an hour to go in person just to be told that it was in fact sold out and now they will not refund my money. I am a single mother with three children, and we were in Puerto Rico for my birthday trip. Absolutely terrible service.”

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10.Beach and Snorkeling Tour by Catamaran from Fajardo

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 58 reviews · from $180

Sail from Marina Puerto Del Rey to Vieques in about 45 to 55 minutes, with El Yunque views along the way. Your crew chooses a beach such as Sun Bay, Blue Beach, Green Beach, or Isla Yayí for swimming, beachcombing, and snorkeling. Lunch, water, soda, rum, and local beer are included. The boat returns to Fajardo.

“Our trip to Vieques with East Island Tours was absolutely unforgettable! The tour guides were fantastic—always attentive, super friendly, and full of energy, which made the whole day even more enjoyable. The beach itself is breathtakRead more”

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11.Biobay Vieques Tour Kayak Night Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 35 reviews · from $60

Join Tropical Reef Watersport in Vieques for a guided kayak trip across glowing Mosquito Bay. Clear kayaks reveal the blue sparkle beneath each paddle stroke, while guides such as Dany and William explain the bay, stars, planets, and best phone settings. The first 7 p.m. tour includes a ride back to the ferry terminal.

“We were lucky to book online by text at the last moment for the same day, just ~3 hours before the tour began. Thank you Viator! We anchored in our boat in Sun Bay, rowed ashore in our dinghy, and the eco tour company picked us up aloRead more”

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12.JetSki Tour on Vieques

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 7 reviews

Pilot a jet ski with one passenger on a guided coastal route from Rompeolas, Mosquito Pier. The one-hour outing reaches Punta Arenas, known as Green Beach, plus two beaches accessible only by water. No prior jet ski experience is required. The price covers two people, with groups limited to eight.

“Cancelled tour due to weather and then refused to work with me to resolve the rescheduling conflict.”

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13.Vieques All-Inclusive: Swim with Turtles & Enjoy Pristine Beaches

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · from $185

Set out from Fajardo on a high-speed boat for a six-hour Vieques snorkeling and beach trip. You’ll use provided gear, look for turtles and reef life, eat a deli buffet lunch, and enjoy water, soda, juices, and tropical rum drinks. Weather may send the captain to Icacos, Palomino, or another sheltered cay.

“We weren't able to the Vieguez tour since enough people had not signed up but we were rebooked on the Icacos catamaran tour instead and it was awesome. The captain and crew were all phenomenal, the food was delicious and we had a great time. I would highly recommend it to anyone!!”

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