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title: San Juan Turtle Spotting Snorkel Adventure with Videos
lang: en
type: tour
city: Puerto Rico
country: Caribbean
price: 40
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.81
reviews: 443
duration_minutes: 90
languages: [en]
free_cancellation: "true"
rank_in_category: 9 of 20 (Snorkeling & Turtles)
schedule_checked: 2026-10-03
data_updated: 2026-10-12
canonical: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/puerto-rico/tours/san-juan-turtle-spotting-snorkel-adventure-with-videos/
---

# San Juan Turtle Spotting Snorkel Adventure with Videos

**Guidekin's take:** A short guided snorkel in a marine sanctuary off San Juan built around finding sea turtles, with gear and water included and videos taken along the way. The listing says little more than that; beach parking is paid on the spot. 4.81 from 443 reviews at €40 per person for 1h 30m.

In our comparison: #9 of 20 in Snorkeling & Turtles, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

Everyone wants to snorkel, but we offer the chance at finding sea turtles while snorkeling in a Marine Sanctuary. Our guides will show you a great time!

## Before you book

- Meeting point: Meet at escambron beach in the back of…
- 4 start times: between 10:00 and 16:00
- Strollers OK: infants accepted
- Age 8+: minimum age to join

**Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point

## Key facts

- Price: from €40 per person
- Duration: 1h 30m
- Rating: 4.81/5 from 443 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Jet Snorkel
- Group: Shared tour
- Guide languages: English
- Start times: 10:00, 12:00, 14:00, 16:00
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-03

## Reviews

4.81 from 443 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
96% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 425 of 443.

- 5 stars: 398 (90%)
- 4 stars: 27 (6%)
- 3 stars: 5 (1%)
- 2 stars: 4 (1%)
- 1 star: 9 (2%)

### What reviewers say

Reviewers praise patient instruction and turtle sightings; some swimmers struggle to keep up with the group.

**Praised:**
- Patient guides explain the equipment and reassure nervous beginners
- Sea turtle sightings and varied marine life are recurring highlights
- Guides share information about fish, corals and other marine life
- Guests appreciate the photos and videos shared after the swim

**Complaints:**
- Some find the beach meeting point hard to locate, while others report easy access
- Some struggle to keep up in the water, while others praise guides for waiting and helping
- Some are disappointed with the photos, while others praise the images and videos
- Some report refused refunds for cancellation requests made on the day

Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2026-05-15 to 2026-09-21); last checked 2026-10-04.

## What's included

- Bottled water
- Use of Snorkelling equipment

## Not included

- Park at the beach for $7

## Itinerary

1. **Balneario El Escambron** (1h; admission included) - Dive into a mesmerizing underwater adventure with our guided snorkeling tour in San Juan. The journey begins with an informative safety briefing by our experienced guide, followed by a personalized fitting of top-quality snorkeling gear to ensure your comfort and safety....

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 10:00, 12:00, 14:00, 16:00
- 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 escambron beach in the back of the park opposite of the driving entrance on black top parking lot that is U shaped. You will find our Van where guides will greet you. You can park at the beach or get dropped off by Uber.
Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJH0ejEiJvA4wRbmlHyaXdPyY

Ends: back at the meeting point

## Good to know

- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels

## Compared with other Snorkeling & Turtles

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #9 of 20** | €40 | 1h 30m | 4.81 (443) | 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 #9 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.

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