Culebra Snorkeling & Beach Day Tour

We recommend bringing reef-safe sunscreen, a towel, swimwear, but more importantly a smile cash for onboard purchases, sunglasses, a camera, and snacks. For added convenience, many of these items are available for purchase at The Shop at SG before departure.

This trip is not suitable for children under six years old due to safety considerations. Older children are welcome and can enjoy snorkeling and beach activities.

Unfortunately, this trip is not recommended for pregnant women due to high-speed travel and motion in open waters.

The captain may adjust the destination to safer, protected locations, such as Playa Tortuga, Icacos, or Palomino. These alternative sites offer stunning snorkeling and beach experiences. If we cancel due to weather or sea conditions, you will not be charged and will have the option to reschedule.

Yes, a deli buffet lunch is included. Beers and craft cocktails are available as optional add-ons. Guests can also enjoy non-alcoholic beverages onboard.

Check-in opens 45 minutes before departure and closes 15 minutes prior. We recommend arriving early to ensure a smooth boarding process.

Yes, snorkeling gear and flotation devices are included. After snorkeling, return your gear to access adult beverages at the rum bar.

Gratuities are not included but are highly appreciated by our crew for their exceptional service.

A minimum number of passengers is required to operate the trip. If this requirement is not met, we will notify you of alternative options or reschedule.

Villa Marina Yacht Harbor is located near Sardinera Beach in Fajardo, on Puerto Rico’s northeastern coast. Our vessels, including “Getaway Too,” “Runaway,” “On The Way,” and “By The Way,” depart from Dock M-21. The drive from metro San Juan takes 45 minutes to an hour, depending on traffic. Click here for directions.

Rain showers are common in the tropics, but they often pass quickly. Weather on the east coast of Puerto Rico, where Fajardo is located, can differ from other areas like San Juan. If we cancel the trip due to unsafe weather, you will not be charged, and you may reschedule. However, if the trip is still operating, charges will apply even if it is raining in your location. For updates, call us before deciding not to attend.

Common sunscreens contain chemicals that can harm coral reefs, as the particles are small enough to be absorbed by corals, causing toxicity and coral bleaching. Reef-friendly sunscreens are formulated without these harmful chemicals. Reef-SAFE sunscreens go a step further by using non-nano particles, which are too large for corals to ingest, helping to preserve marine ecosystems. 

Please avoid sunscreens with oxybenzone, octinoxate, and parabens. Consider wearing sun-protective clothing, like long-sleeve rash guards, as an alternative to sunscreen. If you choose a mineral-based sunscreen, ensure it is labeled ‘non-nano.’

Shark incidents in Puerto Rico’s waters are extremely rare, and serious injuries are even rarer. When you enter the ocean, it’s important to remember that it’s a natural, wild environment with many types of marine life, including sharks. Although the chances of a shark-related injury are very low, they are still part of the ocean’s ecosystem, and the ocean should be approached with respect. By learning about sharks and following safety guidelines, you can minimize even this small risk.

Yes, snorkels allow you to breathe with your face in the water at the surface. If you’d like to dive down, though, water will enter the snorkel, so you’ll need to hold your breath until you resurface. Once back at the surface, you can clear the snorkel by blowing out the air in your mouth hard. That should clear the snorkel, but if it doesn’t, tread the water, remove the snorkel from your mouth and dump the mouthpiece out.

Standard eyeglasses can’t be worn with a snorkel mask, but prescription masks are available for those who need vision correction while snorkeling. If you’re interested, consider looking into a prescription mask option before your tour. Alternatively, contact lenses can be worn under a snorkel mask, though it’s best to close your eyes if water enters to prevent losing a lens.

You can snorkel with a beard or mustache but it can prevent a tight seal between the mask and your face, which may cause water to leak in. It is often recommended to shave at least your mustache before snorkeling. If you’d prefer not to shave your mustache, please bring petroleum jelly or chapstick with you. If you coat your mustache in that chapstick or jelly, it may be able to seal and prevent water from getting in.