Power Catamaran All Included Island Trips

The best island days stay small. This private Fajardo catamaran trip gives your group up to six people a half-day on the water, with stops at Icacos and/or Palomino Island, lunch, snacks, drinks, snorkeling gear, and floatation devices included. I especially like the private boat and the flexibility to adjust the plan if water conditions are rough. I also like that Captain Edgar and Captain Tito are praised for careful handling and family-friendly service. The main drawback is the price if you cannot fill all six seats, plus the sea ladder may be hard for anyone with serious knee problems.

At about $999 per group, this is not a bargain excursion for one or two people. Split six ways, though, it works out to roughly $166.50 per person for a five-hour private outing with food, drinks, equipment, and a captain. You will need to bring sunscreen and towels, arrange your own ride to the marina, and accept that weather can change the route.

Key points to know before you book

• Private boat for up to six: You avoid the crowd and noise of a large shared catamaran.
• Icacos and Palomino Island: The route focuses on boat-access-only island beaches near Fajardo.
• Optional reef snorkeling: The coral reef stop is usually in water about 18 to 25 feet deep.
• Food and drinks included: Lunch wraps or sandwiches, snacks, beer, soda, Coke, Sprite, and water are provided.
• Family-friendly setup: Life vests and floaties are available, and the captains have made safety a clear priority.
• Five hours from Renaissance Villa Marina: The trip starts at 10:00 a.m. and returns to the same marina.

Setting out from Fajardo at 10:00 a.m.

Your day begins at Renaissance Villa Marina, at slip number 6 in Fajardo. The address is Renaissance Villa Marina #6, Fajardo, Puerto Rico 00740. Transportation from your hotel is not included, so you will need to reach the marina on your own.

The 10:00 a.m. start is useful for a half-day plan. You get a full morning to prepare, then spend the warmest part of the day on the water. The tour lasts about five hours and ends back at the marina, leaving the rest of your afternoon open.

Because this is a private trip, you are not being folded into a large group with strangers. That matters most for families, couples traveling with friends, or anyone who wants a quieter boat day. You can settle into your own pace instead of following the mood of a crowded vessel.

The boat is a power catamaran, which gives you a stable platform with room to move between cruising, swimming, eating, and relaxing. It is still a boat, of course, so expect sun, spray, and motion. Bring sunscreen before you leave the marina, since it is not supplied onboard.

Icacos and Palomino: choosing your island time

The main destination is the natural reserve island of Icacos and/or Palomino Island. These islands are accessed by boat, so the ride itself is part of the appeal. You are leaving the marina for open water, then trading the mainland for a beach setting that can only be reached from the sea.

The exact combination of stops is not fixed. The boat may visit Icacos, Palomino, or both, depending on the day and water conditions. That flexibility is useful, but it also means you should not book this expecting a strict, minute-by-minute schedule.

At the island stop, you can swim, use the floatation devices, or simply enjoy the sun. The private format lets your group decide how much time to spend in the water and how much time to sit back. If one person wants to swim while another prefers a drink and a snack, that is easier to manage on a small private boat than on a crowded shared cruise.

The island visit also gives families room to spread out. Children can use the floaties and life vests provided, while adults enjoy the beach and water at a slower pace. Still, keep a close eye on children around the boat and sea ladder. The included equipment helps, but it does not replace supervision.

The coral reef stop at 18 to 25 feet

Snorkeling is an optional part of the outing. After the island visit, the captain may take you to a nearby coral reef in water approximately 18 to 25 feet deep.

That depth is worth noting. This is not simply standing in shallow water beside the beach. You will be swimming above a reef, using snorkeling equipment and floatation devices supplied by the boat. If you are comfortable in open water, the setting can give you a better look at underwater life than a crowded shoreline swimming area.

Conditions matter. One family told Captain Edgar that the water looked rough at the first snorkeling location, and he moved them to a better spot. That is a helpful detail because it shows how the private format can work in your favor. The captain can respond to your group instead of keeping to a fixed route designed for a large boat.

I would treat the reef stop as weather dependent rather than guaranteed in a particular location. The tour description makes snorkeling optional, and the route can change. If the sea is choppy, the best plan may be a calmer swimming area or more time near the island.

The sea ladder is the main physical concern. Anyone with serious knee problems may find getting in and out of the water uncomfortable. You should also think about your own swimming ability before choosing the reef portion, since the listed depth is considerably deeper than a shallow beach.

Lunch, beer, snacks, and nonalcoholic drinks

Food is included, which makes the five-hour schedule easier. Lunch comes as wraps or sandwiches, with snacks such as fresh fruit, dips, and chips. Beer, soda, Coke, Sprite, and water are also provided.

The food is practical boat fare rather than a formal meal. That is exactly what I want on a day at sea. Wraps and sandwiches are easy to eat, snacks help between swims, and cold drinks keep you from needing to return to shore for supplies.

Alcoholic beverages are included, but you should still pace yourself. Sun, warm weather, swimming, and beer can catch up with you quickly. Families will appreciate that the drink selection also includes water and soft drinks, so the boat is not centered only on alcohol.

You should bring anything specific your group needs beyond the listed food and drinks. The provided lunch and snacks cover the basics, but the tour does not promise special diets or particular menu choices. Sunscreen and towels are not included, and sunscreen is the item I would consider essential.

Why the private format is worth the price

The $999 rate is charged per group of up to six people, not per seat. That makes the math important.

• Two people: about $499.50 each
• Four people: about $249.75 each
• Six people: about $166.50 each

Those figures do not include your transportation to the marina. At full capacity, the price compares more favorably with other private boat outings because it includes lunch, snacks, alcoholic and nonalcoholic drinks, snorkeling equipment, and floaters.

The real value is control. You are paying for a private captain and boat, a smaller group, and the ability to adjust the snorkeling location when conditions are not ideal. Captain Edgar is praised for making safety his top priority, while Captain Tito receives strong marks for helping families avoid the large-boat crowd.

If you are traveling alone or as a couple, this is harder to justify financially. You are paying for the whole boat, even when fewer than six people use it. If you can gather a family or group of friends, the cost becomes more sensible, especially if you value privacy and do not want a noisy shared cruise.

The tour also avoids some common add-on costs. You do not need to rent snorkeling equipment or buy lunch and drinks separately. You do need to budget for getting to Fajardo and for your own sunscreen and towels.

Captains who shape the experience

The captain matters greatly on a small boat. Captain Edgar receives especially strong praise for providing life vests for young children, making sure the group felt safe, and changing the snorkeling location when the first one looked rough.

That kind of response is one of the best reasons to choose a private charter. A captain can listen to your group, judge the sea, and make a practical choice. You should still remember that the captain controls the route and safety decisions. If the weather or water changes, the most enjoyable plan may not be the one you imagined when booking.

Captain Tito is also praised for creating a good family outing and helping the group move between snorkeling areas and beaches without the crowds found on larger boats. The private catamaran is particularly appealing if you want children and adults to share a boat without the party atmosphere that can come with a large shared cruise.

The strongest praise centers on hospitality, safety, and flexibility. Those are more important here than fancy extras. A private boat day succeeds when the captain handles conditions well and makes your group feel cared for.

What to pack for five hours on the water

The operator supplies snorkeling equipment, floatation devices, life vests, lunch, snacks, and drinks. Your personal packing list should stay simple:

• Sunscreen, since it is not provided
• Towels, since they are not provided
• Comfortable swimwear
• Any personal items you need for the five-hour trip
• A way to protect items from spray and water

The supplied information does not specify storage arrangements, so avoid bringing anything you do not need. You will spend much of the day near water, and open-boat conditions can be unforgiving to phones, cameras, and paper items.

If you are traveling with children, ask them to follow the captain’s instructions around the ladder and water. The boat has floaties and life vests, but children still need close adult attention.

Service animals are allowed, and the activity is near public transportation. Most people can participate, but the sea ladder makes this a poor match for anyone with serious knee trouble.

Weather, cancellations, and timing details

This outing requires good weather. If poor conditions force a cancellation, you will be offered another date or a full refund. That policy gives you some protection, but you should leave room in your schedule if the boat day is one of the central plans of your trip.

You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the 10:00 a.m. start time. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before the experience are not accepted for a refund.

The route may also change without canceling. That is not necessarily a problem. A different island stop or snorkeling area can be the better choice if the sea is rough. I would value a safe, comfortable water stop over a rigid promise to visit one exact place.

Who should book this catamaran trip?

I would recommend this outing to a group of up to six that wants a private, relaxed day in the water. It fits families especially well because the boat includes life vests, floaties, food, and nonalcoholic drinks, while the captains have shown care with younger children.

It also suits friends who want to split the price and couples who care more about privacy than low cost. The private boat gives you room to shape the day around swimming, snorkeling, beach time, and lunch.

I would hesitate if you are booking for only one or two people and are focused on the lowest possible price. A shared tour may cost less. I would also think twice if you dislike open-water swimming, cannot manage a sea ladder, or want a guaranteed, tightly scheduled route.

Should you book the Power Catamaran All Included Island Trips?

Book it if you can fill most or all of the six seats and want a calm alternative to a large group boat. The strongest reasons are the private setting, included food and drinks, flexible snorkeling plan, and captains who have earned praise for safety and family care.

Skip it if the $999 group price is too high for your party, or if you need hotel pickup, towels, sunscreen, or fully accessible water entry. For the right group, this is a well-equipped half-day on the sea, with enough flexibility to let conditions guide the plan.

FAQ

Where does the catamaran trip start?

It starts at Renaissance Villa Marina, slip number 6, in Fajardo, Puerto Rico.

What time does the tour begin?

The scheduled start time is 10:00 a.m.

How long does the experience last?

The outing lasts approximately five hours.

How many people can join the private catamaran?

The price covers one private group of up to six passengers.

Which islands does the tour visit?

The trip visits Icacos and/or Palomino Island. The exact combination can vary.

Is snorkeling included?

Snorkeling equipment is included, and the group may visit a nearby coral reef in water about 18 to 25 feet deep. Snorkeling is listed as optional.

What food and drinks are provided?

The boat provides lunch wraps or sandwiches, snacks, beer, soda, Coke, Sprite, and water.

Are towels and sunscreen included?

No. You need to bring your own towels and sunscreen.

What happens if bad weather cancels the trip?

You will be offered a different date or a full refund if poor weather causes the experience to be canceled.