Power Catamaran All Included Island Trips

The best part of this Fajardo outing is having the boat to yourself. Instead of sharing a large vessel with a crowd, your group of up to six can settle into a private power catamaran and spend the day around Icacos or Palomino Island at a more personal pace. Captain Edgar and Captain Tito have both earned praise for attentive hosting and careful handling of family outings.

I especially like the included food and drinks, which turn this from a simple boat ride into an easy half-day plan, and the flexibility to move to a better snorkeling spot if the first area is too rough. The main consideration is the sea ladder. It can be hard on anyone with serious knee problems, and you will need to bring your own towel and sunscreen.

Key points to know before you book

• A private boat for up to six: The $999 price covers your whole group, not each person individually.
• Icacos and Palomino are boat-access islands: Your time ashore gives you a break from the boat for swimming, sun, and beach time.
• Snorkeling is an optional extra stop: The reef is about 18 to 25 feet deep, with equipment and floatation devices supplied.
• Captain Edgar and Captain Tito focus on personal service: Edgar has supplied life vests for young children and adjusted plans when water conditions were rough.
• Lunch, snacks, beer, soda, and water are included: You receive wraps or sandwiches, fruit, dips, chips, and onboard drinks.
• Plan for a 10 a.m. start and five hours on the water: Meet at Renaissance Villa Marina in Fajardo, and bring sunscreen, towels, and any personal essentials.

Why a private catamaran changes the day

This is not a sightseeing cruise where you follow a fixed route with dozens of other people. You arrive at Renaissance Villa Marina at 10 a.m., meet the boat crew, and spend roughly five hours with only your own party aboard.

That setup matters most for families, couples traveling with friends, or small groups who want privacy. You do not have to fit into someone else’s social mood, and children can use the supplied floaties while adults enjoy a beer or sit back with the view. One family specifically appreciated avoiding the crowded feel and heavy drinking associated with larger group boats.

The boat also gives the captain room to respond to conditions. If a snorkeling area looks rough, the plan can change. Captain Edgar moved one family to a better location after they commented on the water, a useful sign that the outing is not treated as a rigid checklist.

Still, a private boat is not the same as having complete control over the ocean. Wind, waves, and safety concerns can affect the route and the quality of snorkeling. The crew may choose a different area, spend less time in one place, or cancel for poor weather.

Leaving Fajardo for Icacos or Palomino

The main outing visits Icacos and/or Palomino Island, both natural reserve islands reached only by boat. The exact combination can depend on the day and conditions, so you should think of the trip as a flexible island excursion rather than a guaranteed visit to every listed location.

Icacos offers the appeal of a more natural island setting, with time to swim, enjoy the shore, and let the boat day slow down. Palomino provides another island option in the same general outing. The important point is that you are not simply looking at the islands from offshore. The plan includes time to get into the water and enjoy the setting at close range.

You should not expect a long cultural tour or a packed list of attractions. The islands are the setting for a few simple pleasures: swimming, sun, beach time, and a change from the mainland. That simplicity is part of the charm, but it also means you should book this for time on the water, not for guided history or a full-day sightseeing program.

The island portion is also where your personal preparation pays off. Bring sunscreen and a towel because neither is supplied. A hat, sunglasses, and a dry bag may also be useful, though only sunscreen and towels are specifically excluded from the package.

Snorkeling at an 18 to 25-foot coral reef

After the island visit, the crew may take you to a nearby coral reef for snorkeling. The stated depth is about 18 to 25 feet, so this is not a shallow wade beside the beach. The water can offer a good look at underwater life, but comfort in open water matters.

The tour supplies snorkeling equipment and floatation devices. That saves you from renting gear separately and makes the optional reef stop easy to join. If you prefer not to snorkel, you can use the floaters, swim, or remain on the boat while others get in.

The captain’s flexibility is especially valuable here. Water conditions can change the feel of a reef stop quickly. A spot that looks fine from the boat may be uncomfortable once you are in the water, so listen to the crew and speak up if the conditions do not suit you.

The sea ladder is the one physical issue to take seriously. The experience is not recommended for people with serious knee problems, and getting back aboard requires using that ladder. Most people can participate, but you should consider your balance, leg strength, and comfort climbing from the water before booking.

Lunch, fruit, dips, and cold drinks aboard

The included catering is simple, practical, and well matched to a half-day boat trip. You receive lunch wraps or sandwiches, plus snacks such as fresh fruit, dips, and chips. Drinks include water, Coke, Sprite, and beer.

I like this arrangement because you do not lose beach or snorkeling time looking for food. You can eat aboard when it suits your group, and the food gives the outing a more complete feel than a basic charter where you must pack every meal yourself.

The menu is not presented as a formal catered lunch, and no special dietary details are provided. If someone in your party has food restrictions, ask the provider before departure rather than assuming the wraps or snacks will meet those needs.

Alcohol is included, but you are still on a moving boat in the sun. Drink sensibly, especially if you plan to swim or snorkel. The boat also carries nonalcoholic drinks, so children and anyone avoiding alcohol have straightforward options.

For families, the package is particularly convenient. Captain Edgar has provided life vests for small children, and the supplied floaties gave younger passengers another way to enjoy the water. You should still follow the captain’s safety instructions closely, since the presence of flotation gear does not remove the need for supervision.

What the $999 group price really buys

The listed price is $999 for up to six people. At full capacity, that works out to about $166.50 per person. For two people, the effective price is much higher, so the value improves sharply when you fill most of the six available places.

The price includes the private boat, captain, island outing, optional snorkeling equipment, floatation devices, lunch, snacks, beer, soda, and water. A larger shared boat may have a lower per-person price, but you would give up privacy and some ability to adjust the day around your group.

That makes this a strong choice for six people who would otherwise pay separately for a boat trip, meals, drinks, and water equipment. It is less compelling for a solo couple unless privacy and personal space are worth the premium.

The five-hour length also affects the value. This is long enough to make an island and reef stop without consuming the entire day, leaving room for another Fajardo activity afterward. It is not a full-day charter, so anyone wanting a long, leisurely cruise should compare the duration carefully.

The booking pattern suggests you should not leave this until the last minute. It is booked, on average, 19 days ahead. That does not guarantee every date sells out, but planning around three weeks ahead is sensible, especially if your group needs a particular day.

How the captains shape the experience

The strongest personal detail from the outing comes from Captain Edgar. He has been praised for making safety a priority, providing life vests for young children, and taking extra care when the first snorkeling location did not feel comfortable.

That kind of judgment matters more than a polished speech. On a boat trip, the captain controls the route, the timing, and the response to changing water conditions. A captain who listens and adjusts can make the difference between a pleasant swim and an uncomfortable one.

Captain Tito has also led family outings, with a small boat that can reach snorkeling areas and island stops without the feel of a large group vessel. You may be assigned either captain, so do not book expecting one specific person unless the provider confirms it.

The service is personal, but it is not a private concierge arrangement. The crew provides the boat, food, drinks, equipment, and local handling. You still need to manage your own sun protection, towels, personal belongings, and comfort in the water.

Meeting point, timing, and what to pack

The meeting point is Renaissance Villa Marina, number 6, in Fajardo. The tour begins at 10 a.m. and ends back at the same meeting point, which keeps the day simple if you are staying nearby or arranging your own transport.

Transportation pickup and drop-off are not included. You need to make your own way to the marina. The location is near public transportation, but the tour does not provide a transfer service, so allow enough time to arrive before the start.

A mobile ticket is provided, and confirmation arrives at booking. You should have your confirmation available on your phone, along with any instructions sent by Island Time Charters PR.

Pack lightly but cover the basics:

• Towel
• Sunscreen
• Swimsuit
• Dry clothing for the ride home
• Personal medication
• A phone case or small waterproof bag

Sunscreen is the most important omission from the included supplies. You will spend time on open water and around exposed islands, so apply it before boarding and bring enough for a second application.

Service animals are allowed, and most people can participate. The one stated concern is serious knee trouble because of the sea ladder. If that applies to you, contact the provider before paying.

Weather, cancellation, and practical limits

This experience requires good weather. If poor conditions force a cancellation, you can choose another date or receive a full refund. For your own cancellation, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the 10 a.m. start time to receive a full refund.

Changes made less than 24 hours before departure are not accepted, and the cut-off uses Puerto Rico local time. This is worth noting if you are booking from another time zone.

Weather can also affect the route without canceling the whole trip. The crew may change the snorkeling location or adjust the island plan for safety. That flexibility is useful, but it means you should keep expectations open about the exact order of stops.

The experience has a five-star rating from 11 ratings, with 100 percent recommending it. That is an encouraging record, particularly for a small operator, but it is still a modest number of ratings. I would treat it as a strong signal of satisfaction, not a promise that every departure will match the best day on the water.

Who will get the most from this Fajardo charter?

I would choose this outing for a group that values privacy, simple logistics, and time in the water. Families are a natural fit because the boat avoids a large crowd, provides flotation gear, and includes food and drinks that work for both adults and children.

It also suits a group of friends who wants an easy half-day away from town. With six people sharing the cost, the price becomes more reasonable, and the private setting lets you choose your own rhythm.

Couples can enjoy it too, but the math deserves attention. At $999 for two, you are paying a premium for privacy. If you mainly want a cheap way to reach an island, a shared excursion may cost less.

I would be cautious if anyone in your party has serious knee problems, dislikes boat ladders, or is uncomfortable in open water. I would also avoid booking it for a group that wants a highly structured sightseeing program, extensive island exploration, or a guaranteed snorkeling location.

Should you book the Power Catamaran All Included Island Trips?

Book it if your group can use most of the six seats and wants a private, food-and-drink-included boat day from Fajardo. The best reasons are the small-group setting, the captain’s ability to adjust for water conditions, the included gear, and the convenience of visiting an island and possible reef without arranging separate pieces.

I would be especially comfortable recommending it to families, based on the attention to child safety and the supplied floaties. Pack sunscreen and towels, arrive at Renaissance Villa Marina before 10 a.m., and keep your plans flexible about visiting Icacos, Palomino, or both.

Skip it if you are traveling as only one or two people and mainly care about the lowest price. Also think twice if the sea ladder will be difficult. For the right group, though, this is a relaxed way to trade a crowded boat for your own small slice of the Puerto Rico coast.

FAQ

How long is the catamaran trip?

The experience lasts approximately five hours.

Where does the tour start?

It starts at Renaissance Villa Marina number 6 in Fajardo, Puerto Rico, at 10 a.m. The tour ends back at the same meeting point.

How many people can join the private boat?

The $999 price covers a private group of up to six passengers.

Are lunch and drinks included?

Yes. The package includes wraps or sandwiches, snacks, beer, water, Coke, and Sprite.

Is snorkeling equipment provided?

Yes. Snorkeling equipment and floatation devices are included. The optional coral reef stop is in water about 18 to 25 feet deep.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes, if you cancel at least 24 hours before the experience start time. If poor weather causes the provider to cancel, you can receive a full refund or select another date.