--- title: Self-Drive Mini Boat Snorkeling Tour to Icacos Island lang: en type: tour city: Puerto Rico country: Caribbean price: 227 currency: EUR price_unit: per_group availability: bookable rating: 4.96 reviews: 1969 duration_minutes: 210 languages: [en, es] free_cancellation: "true" guidekin_pick: Own boat for two rank_in_category: 3 of 70 (Day Trips) schedule_checked: 2026-09-19 data_updated: 2026-11-03 canonical: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/puerto-rico/tours/self-drive-mini-boat-snorkeling-tour-to-icacos-island/ --- # Self-Drive Mini Boat Snorkeling Tour to Icacos Island **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 1969 reviews at €227 per group/vehicle. In our comparison: #3 of 70 in Day Trips, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Be the captain for the day on Fajardo’s most unique snorkeling adventure. Drive your own 13’ mini boat from Fajardo and follow a certified guide in a convoy to Icacos Island in the La Cordillera Cays Nature Reserve for a 3.5-hour snorkel-and-beach experience. No boating license or experience needed—after a quick, beginner-friendly training, you’ll cruise across turquoise water, stop to snorkel vibrant coral reefs with tropical fish, and relax on a stunning white-sand cay. Your booking includes your own mini boat for two (2 guests per boat), premium snorkel gear + USCG-approved life jacket, and a personal cooler with ice, snacks, and refreshments. ## Before you book - Meeting point: Marina Puerto Chico Carr #987, - Starts 08:30, 13:00: 2 departures a day - Food included: see what is included - Age rule: Driver must be 18+ | Passenger minimum age: 6+ **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €227 per group/vehicle - Duration: 3h 30m - Rating: 4.96/5 from 1969 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Kayaking Puerto Rico - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English, Spanish - Start times: 08:30, 13:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-09-19 ## Reviews 4.96 from 1969 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 1951 of 1969. - 5 stars: 1921 (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 (2026-08-13 to 2026-09-29); last checked 2026-10-04. ## What's 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 ## Not included - Gratuities ## Itinerary 1. **Reserva Natural Cabezas de San Juan** - The fun begins as we clear the breakwater of Marina Puerto Chico, heading North along the bluffs of "Las Cabezas de San Juan Nature Reserve”. Along the way, you'll enjoy views of mountains, mangroves, "El Yunque" Rainforest, and Fajardo's 130-year-old Spanish lighthouse. 2. **Cayo Icacos** - Icacos Island – Snorkeling at it’s Best! After a brisk 30-minute cruise, we arrive to our first destination, the uninhabited Icacos Cay. Icacos is part of a group of cays that form “La Cordillera Cays Nature Reserve”. While in Icacos, get acquainted with your snorkeling gear... 3. **Concluding our time at Palominitos Island, we will board our Mini Boats once ...** - Concluding our time at Palominitos Island, we will board our Mini Boats once more for the journey back to Marina Puerto Chico. Once at the marina enjoy a fresh rinse and have access to the private restroom/shower facilities. Special Notes: • Price listed is per boat, not per... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 08:30, 13:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-09-19 - 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 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. Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJHy2iMQyXBIwRtgXnApepvH8 Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Service animals allowed - Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries - Not recommended for pregnant travelers - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - No boating license required (beginner training + guide-led convoy included) - Price is per boat (up to 2 guests per boat), not per person - Driver must be 18+ | Passenger minimum age: 6+ - Weight limits: 300 lbs per person; 650 lbs combined per boat - Please bring your phone during travel in case we need to contact you - For sun protection: wear a long-sleeve shirt or reef-safe/biodegradable sunscreen - Secure storage available for towels/extra clothing/valuables (space on the mini boat is limited) - Outdoor showers and free parking available at Marina Puerto Chico - Gratuity is optional (not included) - Not permitted for travelers with back problems - Not permitted for pregnant travelers - Not permitted for travelers with heart problems or other serious medical conditions ## Compared with other Day Trips | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #3 of 70** | €227 per group | 3h 30m | 4.96 (1969) | shared | | [Arenales River Caving, Waterfall &Tropical Forest Secret Spring](/caribbean/puerto-rico/tours/arenales-river-caving-waterfall-tropical-forest-secret-spring/?format=md) | €114 | 7h | 4.98 (1776) | shared | | [El Yunque Rainforest and Luquillo Kiosk Day Trip](/caribbean/puerto-rico/tours/el-yunque-rainforest-and-luquillo-kiosk-day-trip/?format=md) | €77 | 6h | 5.0 (608) | shared | | [Full-Day Zipline and Waterfall Rappelling Adventure Near San Juan](/caribbean/puerto-rico/tours/full-day-zipline-and-waterfall-rappelling-adventure-near-san-juan/?format=md) | €150 | | 4.97 (963) | shared | 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. Full list: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/puerto-rico/day-trips-from-san-juan/?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/self-drive-mini-boat-snorkeling-tour-to-icacos-island/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/puerto-rico/?format=md