Power Catamaran All Included Island Trips

The best part of this Fajardo outing is simple: your group gets its own boat. Instead of following a large party boat from one stop to the next, you can spend your half-day at Icacos or Palomino, then head to a nearby reef if conditions suit. Captain Edgar and Captain Tito are named as guides, and both bring a family-minded approach to the trip.

I like the included food and drink, especially for a five-hour outing, and I like the small-group setup. Wraps or sandwiches, fruit, dips, chips, sodas, water, Sprite, beer, snorkeling gear, and floaters are all provided. The main drawback is the sea ladder, which may be hard for anyone with serious knee problems. You also need to bring your own towel, sunscreen, and transportation to the marina.

Key points to know before you book

• Private boat for up to six: The $999 price covers the whole group, not each person individually.
• Two island options: The trip visits Icacos and/or Palomino, both reached only by boat.
• Captain-led flexibility: If water conditions are rough at one snorkeling spot, the captain can look for a better nearby location.
• Food and drinks are included: Expect wraps or sandwiches, snacks, sodas, water, Sprite, and beer.
• Family-friendly setup: Life vests and floaters are available, and the smaller boat avoids the crowds of larger group excursions.
• Five hours on the water: The trip begins at 10:00 a.m. at Renaissance Villa Marina in Fajardo and ends back there.

A private catamaran instead of a crowded day boat

This trip is designed for a small circle: your family, friends, or travel companions, with up to six passengers aboard. That changes the feel of the day. You are not paying for six individual seats on a large vessel. You are booking the boat itself, so the $999 price makes the most sense when shared by a full group.

At six people, the cost works out to about $166.50 per person. For four people, it becomes about $249.75 each, and for two people, the price is much harder to justify. I would look at this as a private charter first and a sightseeing tour second. Its value comes from space, privacy, and flexibility.

The boat is a power catamaran, which gives you room to move around and provides a stable platform for a half-day on the water. You still need to expect normal boat motion, spray, sun, and a ladder for entering and leaving the water. This is not a dockside cruise where you remain dry from start to finish.

The private format also matters if you are bringing children. One family described Captain Edgar providing life vests for small children, while the kids enjoyed the floaters. That does not remove the need for close adult supervision, but it does make the boat easier to manage than a large, busy excursion with many passengers.

Meeting at Renaissance Villa Marina at 10:00 a.m.

The meeting point is Renaissance Villa Marina, number 6, in Fajardo. The activity begins at 10:00 a.m. and ends at the same marina after roughly five hours.

You arrange your own way to the marina. Pick-up and drop-off transportation are not included, so leave enough time to reach the meeting point before departure. A mobile ticket is provided, and confirmation is sent when you book.

The schedule gives you a full morning and early afternoon on the water. That timing can work well for people who want a beach or dinner plan later in the day. It also means you will be out during the strongest part of the sun, so sunscreen, a hat, and a towel belong in your day bag. Sunscreen and towels are not supplied.

Icacos and Palomino: what the island stops offer

The main destination is the natural reserve island of Icacos and/or Palomino. These islands are accessible only by boat, which is part of their appeal. Your time here is meant for swimming, snorkeling, relaxing in the sun, and enjoying the water at your own pace.

The exact combination of stops can depend on the day and sea conditions. The experience information does not promise both islands on every trip, so you should think of Icacos and Palomino as the possible island destinations rather than a guaranteed two-island checklist.

Icacos is presented as a natural reserve setting, giving the outing a more open, away-from-the-road feel. Palomino is another boat-access island option, with time for water activities and sun. Neither stop is framed as a guided historical visit. The attraction is the setting itself: sand, open water, swimming, and a break from built-up areas.

You may spend part of the stop simply floating or sitting in the sun. That is a strength for people who want an easy day rather than a packed schedule. It may feel too relaxed if you want constant activity, multiple formal stops, or a structured tour with commentary at every stage.

Because the boat is private, you can use your group’s preferences to shape the pace within the available time. You might spend longer swimming and less time on the beach, or make the island stop the center of the day and treat snorkeling as an optional extra.

Snorkeling at an 18 to 25 foot coral reef

After the island visit, the captain may take you to a nearby coral reef for snorkeling. The reef is described as being about 18 to 25 feet deep, with lively underwater life. Snorkeling is optional, so you can remain on the boat or use the floaters if you prefer not to enter the water.

Snorkeling gear is included, which saves you from renting equipment separately. Floatation devices are also provided. If you have children or anyone in your group is not a confident swimmer, ask about the available life vests before getting in. One family particularly valued the life vests for young children.

Sea conditions matter here. One group told Captain Edgar that the water looked rough at the first snorkeling location, and he moved them to a better spot. That is an important detail about the private format. A small boat and an attentive captain can make it easier to adjust the plan than it would be on a large vessel with a fixed route.

Still, do not assume a calm reef stop is guaranteed. The trip requires good weather, and the water may not be ideal on every date. The captain’s ability to adjust the location is useful, but it cannot control wind, waves, or visibility.

The 18 to 25 foot depth also matters. You do not have to be an expert snorkeler, but the reef is not a shallow wading area. Use the flotation equipment if you need it, stay within your comfort level, and follow the captain’s instructions.

Lunch, snacks, and drinks are already on board

Food is one of the practical strengths of this charter. Lunch comes as wraps or sandwiches, with snacks such as fresh fruit, dips, and chips. Drinks include Coke, Sprite, water, and beer.

This is enough to keep the day simple. You do not need to leave the island in search of lunch, and you can keep your attention on swimming and relaxing. The food also makes the private charter easier for families, since everyone can eat aboard rather than managing a separate restaurant stop.

The menu is casual rather than elaborate. Expect picnic-style food, not a cooked meal or a restaurant service. If anyone in your group has dietary restrictions, confirm what can be provided before booking, since no special menu details are given.

Beer is included, but sensible drinking matters on a boat. Alcohol, bright sun, swimming, and a moving deck can be a poor mix if you overdo it. Water and soft drinks are available, so I would make those the main drinks during the active parts of the day.

What Captain Edgar and Captain Tito add to the trip

The captains are a major part of the experience. Captain Edgar is described as both a gracious host and an experienced boater whose first concern is family safety. He also adjusted a snorkeling location when the original water looked rough.

Captain Tito is also named in connection with a family outing. His boat was valued for avoiding the crowds and heavy drinking that can come with larger group boats. The smaller vessel made it easier to move between snorkeling areas and beach stops while keeping children and adults together.

These details suggest a relaxed but attentive style. You are not simply being dropped at an island and left to figure everything out. The captain handles the boat, provides safety equipment, and can respond to conditions during the day.

The guides’ flexibility is most valuable when your group has mixed interests. One person may want to snorkel, another may prefer a floater, and children may need a quieter pace. A private boat gives the captain a better chance to accommodate those needs than a large excursion with a fixed group schedule.

Who will get the most from this $999 charter?

I would recommend this outing most strongly to a group of four to six people who value privacy. Families are a natural fit, especially those with children who want life vests, floaters, included food, and more room than a large boat can offer.

It also suits friends who want a half-day on the water without sharing the experience with strangers. The price becomes more reasonable when divided among six passengers, and you receive a private boat, snorkeling equipment, lunch, snacks, drinks, and about five hours of time.

The trip may not suit everyone. If you are traveling alone or as a couple, the group price is high. If you want a long beach day, this five-hour format may feel short once travel time, anchoring, swimming, eating, and returning to the marina are counted.

People with serious knee problems should think carefully before booking. The sea ladder is specifically noted as a concern. Service animals are allowed, and the activity is near public transportation, but transportation to and from the marina is still your responsibility.

Most people can participate, but you should be comfortable around water and able to manage boat boarding with the available assistance. If you are unsure about the ladder, ask the operator before paying.

Weather, cancellation, and useful packing advice

This experience requires good weather. If poor weather cancels the trip, you can receive a full refund or choose another date. You can also cancel for a full refund if you do so at least 24 hours before the 10:00 a.m. start time.

Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before departure are not accepted for a refund. The cut-off uses local Puerto Rico time, so do not wait until the last evening if your plans are uncertain.

Bring:

• Sunscreen, since it is not provided
• A towel, since towels are not provided
• A mobile ticket
• Any personal items you need for several hours outdoors
• A change of clothes if you dislike remaining wet after swimming

Keep your packing light. You will be moving between a marina, boat, island, and water, so bulky bags can get in the way. The supplied food, drinks, gear, and floaters cover the main needs of the outing.

Should you book this Fajardo catamaran?

Book it if you have a group of up to six and want a private, family-friendly day on the water. The strongest reasons are the small boat, included lunch and drinks, snorkeling equipment, and the captain’s ability to change locations when conditions are rough.

I would be more cautious if you have fewer than four people, serious knee problems, or a firm need for a specific island and snorkeling site. The route can include Icacos and/or Palomino, and the reef stop depends on conditions.

For the right group, this is a comfortable way to see Puerto Rico’s boat-access islands without the crowds of a large excursion. Bring sunscreen and a towel, divide the price among your group, and let the captain shape the day around safety and sea conditions.

FAQ

How much does the private catamaran trip cost?

The price is $999 per group of up to six passengers. It is not listed as a per-person rate.

How long is the activity?

The trip lasts approximately five hours.

Where does the tour begin?

It begins at Renaissance Villa Marina, number 6, in Fajardo, Puerto Rico, at 10:00 a.m.

Where does the activity end?

The boat returns to the same meeting point at Renaissance Villa Marina.

Are lunch and drinks included?

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

Is snorkeling equipment provided?

Yes. Snorkeling equipment and floatation devices are included. The optional reef stop is in water about 18 to 25 feet deep.

What happens if the weather is poor?

If the trip is canceled because of poor weather, you can choose a different date or receive a full refund. For your own cancellation, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the start time for a full refund.