--- title: Rincon Snorkeling Adventure lang: en type: tour city: Puerto Rico country: Caribbean price: 63 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.8 reviews: 270 duration_minutes: 180 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 10 of 20 (Snorkeling & Turtles) schedule_checked: 2026-10-03 data_updated: 2026-10-12 canonical: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/puerto-rico/tours/rincon-snorkeling-adventure/ --- # Rincon Snorkeling Adventure **Guidekin's take:** Shore entry snorkelling in the Tres Palmas marine reserve at Rincón with certified guides, a fish identification briefing and gear, over elkhorn coral where turtles are common. There is no boat and no transport, and a health questionnaire is required before you go in. 4.8 from 270 reviews at €63 per person. In our comparison: #10 of 20 in Snorkeling & Turtles, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview STUNNING VIEWS: Located in the Tres Palmas Marine Reserve, you’ll encounter vibrant marine life like sea turtles, tropical fish, and endangered corals including the magnificent Elkhorn coral. SUSTAINABLE: Tours are shore-entry only, minimizing environmental impact while providing an accessible way to explore the ocean. Operating from an eco-friendly facility, we emphasize reef protection and educate guests on sustainable practices. PROFESSIONAL: All guides are certified PADI professionals to ensure your safety and deliver expert knowledge of the local marine world. ## Before you book - Meeting point: Meet at Rincon Diving & Snorkeling, - Starts 08:30, 09:30, 12:30: 3 departures a day - Age 10+: minimum age to join **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €63 per person - Duration: 3h - Rating: 4.8/5 from 270 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Rincon Diving & Snorkeling - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English - Start times: 08:30, 09:30, 12:30 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-03 ## Reviews 4.8 from 270 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 95% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 256 of 270. - 5 stars: 242 (90%) - 4 stars: 14 (5%) - 3 stars: 7 (3%) - 2 stars: 2 (1%) - 1 star: 5 (2%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise the guides and marine life; some find the outing shorter than advertised. **Praised:** - Guides point out marine life that swimmers might otherwise miss - Patient help and reassurance for nervous or inexperienced snorkelers - Thorough briefings on equipment, marine life and protecting the reef - Frequent reports of turtle sightings alongside varied fish and coral - Careful equipment fitting and the availability of prescription masks **Complaints:** - Some say the outing ends sooner than advertised - Rough water and poor visibility can limit views of the reef - Some beginners feel well supported, while others struggle with the gear or swimming in open water Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2024-09-25 to 2026-08-29); last checked 2026-10-04. ## What's included - Professional guide - Fish Identification Briefing - Use of Snorkelling equipment ## Not included - Gratuities - Private transportation ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 08:30, 09:30, 12:30 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-03 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point Meet at Rincon Diving & Snorkeling, Rd 115, Km 12.0, in Rincon for check-in and professional equipment fitting. Thereafter, snorkelers self transport to the entry at Tres Palmas Marine Reserve (5 min drive). Sorry, insurance restrictions do not allow passengers to ride with guides. Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJTadi9oelAowR7OurmIg4E5M Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - May be operated by a multi-lingual guide (English/Spanish) - All participants will be required to complete a health questionnaire prior to tour. Some pre-existing medical conditions (eg asthma, heart conditions, etc) may prevent you from snorkeling, please consult your doctor. ## Compared with other Snorkeling & Turtles | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #10 of 20** | €63 | 3h | 4.8 (270) | shared | | [Self-Drive Mini Boat Snorkeling Tour to Icacos Island](/caribbean/puerto-rico/tours/self-drive-mini-boat-snorkeling-tour-to-icacos-island/?format=md) | €227 per group | 3h 30m | 4.96 (1969) | shared | | [Puerto Rico Jet Snorkel with Turtles and Videos in San Juan](/caribbean/puerto-rico/tours/puerto-rico-jet-snorkel-with-turtles-and-videos-in-san-juan/?format=md) | €90 | 1h 30m | 4.95 (2475) | shared | | [San Juan Guided Turtle Snorkel Tour and Complimentary Videos](/caribbean/puerto-rico/tours/san-juan-guided-turtle-snorkel-tour-and-complimentary-videos/?format=md) | €35 | 1h 30m | 4.9 (19047) | shared | Ranked #10 of 20 in Snorkeling & Turtles by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €35 to €818, median €124; typical length 4h 30m. 2 of 20 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/puerto-rico/snorkeling-puerto-rico/?format=md ## More in Puerto Rico - All Puerto Rico tours: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/puerto-rico/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/puerto-rico/tours/rincon-snorkeling-adventure/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/puerto-rico/?format=md