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Self-Drive Mini Boat Snorkeling Tour to Icacos Island

5.0 · 1,969 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 99% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Puerto Rico Operated by Kayaking Puerto Rico Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
3h 30m
Group
Shared tour
Guide languages
English, Spanish
Start & pickup
08:30, 13:00 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

You drive your own small boat from Fajardo in a guided convoy to Icacos in the La Cordillera cays, then snorkel the reef and rest on the sand, with gear and life jackets included and no licence needed.

Priced per boat for two, drivers must be adults, passengers from six. 4.96 from 1,969 reviews at €227 per group/vehicle.

In our comparison: #3 of 70 in Day Trips, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

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Price and inclusions

One price for every traveller: €227 per group.

Included and not included

  • Beach time at a white-sand cay in Icacos at La Cordillera Nature Reserve
  • Guided snorkeling at coral reefs in the La Cordillera Cays Nature Reserve
  • Scenic guided convoy cruise through the islands and cays (you drive, we lead)
  • Premium snorkel gear + Extrasport USCG-approved life jackets
  • Your Own 13’ Mini Boat with 40hp Yamaha Four Stroke Motor
  • Personal cooler with ice, light snacks & refreshments
  • Beginner training & safety briefing (boating basics, snorkeling & ocean safety) — no license needed
  • Gratuities

Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 19 September 2026.

Reviews

5.0
1,969 ratings
Tripadvisor 1,836 · Viator 133

99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 1,951 of 1,969

Star breakdown of all 1,969 ratings

5 stars
1,921 · 98%
4 stars
30 · 2%
3 stars
13 · 1%
2 stars
1 · 0%
1 star
4 · 0%

What reviewers say

Reviewers enjoy driving the boats and the guides' patient help; choppy water can make the ride bumpy.

Praised

  • Clear instructions that help first time boat drivers feel confident
  • Friendly, patient guides who make nervous participants feel safe
  • The chance to drive fast mini boats that reviewers find easy to handle
  • Reef snorkeling with varied fish and time to relax on the beach

Complaints

  • The boat ride can be bumpy in choppy water

Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (13 August 2026 to 29 September 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 4 October 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Where
Marina Puerto Chico Carr #987, Km. 2, Bo. Sardinera Fajardo, Puerto Rico 00738 Once you arrive to Marina Puerto Chico, you will park outside of the gate to the left. Walk through the gate meet us at the white tent next to Sabalos Restaurant for check-in. · Open in Google Maps
Departure
08:30, 13:00 daily; scheduled year-round (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Return
This activity ends back at the meeting point
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
Kayaking Puerto Rico; booking and payment are completed on Viator

Itinerary

About this tour, from the operator

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Not permitted for travelers with back problems
  • Not permitted for pregnant travelers
  • Not permitted for travelers with heart problems or other serious medical conditions

Children

  • Driver must be 18+ | Passenger minimum age: 6+

Accessibility

  • Service animals allowed

Good to know

  • Food included see what is included
  • Age rule Driver must be 18+ | Passenger minimum age: 6+

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 1+ days: Full refund
  • 0-1 days: No refund

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This tour · #3 of 70€227 per group3h 30m4.96 (1969)shared
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Ranked #3 of 70 in Day Trips by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €23 to €818, median €90; typical length 5h. 2 of 70 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 70 Day Trips

From €227 per group