★★★★★
A day our family of six will not forget. The snorkeling was excellent, the lunch on the beach was just right, and both guides knew their stuff and went out of their way for us.
Tonia C. · Family of six · January 2026
Top ratedCulebra Private Tour: A Full-Day Boat Charter From Fajardo
4 h at CulebraMeet at Sunbay MarinaLunch, drinks, parkingYour group, up to 6
You charter a private boat and crew from Sunbay Marina in Fajardo for a seven-and-a-half-hour day, priced per group of up to six. The route passes Tamarindo on the way to about four hours at Culebra, with snorkeling in the Luis Peña reserve and time on a quiet beach. Lunch, snacks, drinks, snorkel gear and marina parking are all in the fare.
What one group fare buys
This is a Culebra private tour: the boat, the captain and a first mate for your group of up to six, for the whole day. At $1,520 for the group, six people pay about $253 each, which sits close to the top shared fares while giving you the boat to yourselves.
The crew sets the pace around you. You snorkel when the water suits, stay longer where the fish are, and eat when you are hungry. If you want a crowd-free corner of a beach rather than Flamenco Beach at its busiest, this is the day to ask for it. It is the day to book for a family, a group of friends, or a birthday or honeymoon.
The Culebra private tours page compares this charter with the other private boats, including one that adds an hour of guided snorkeling and a beach BBQ.
What your seven and a half hours include
Your boat, your crew
Only your party is aboard, up to six, with a captain and first mate.
About four hours at Culebra
The listing's own plan gives you four hours on and around the island.
Snorkeling in the reserve
The route passes through the Luis Peña reserve, a no-take reserve since 1999.
Lunch and drinks
Lunch, snacks, soft drinks, water and alcoholic drinks are all in the fare.
Parking paid
Marina parking is included, so you drive in and walk to the dock.
Five stars on every review
All 155 traveller reviews on the listing give it five stars.
The day, from Sunbay Marina
- Meet at the gazebo by the Sunbay Marina office
- Private boat to Culebra past Tamarindo
- Snorkel in the Luis Peña reserve
- Four hours at Culebra
- Lunch, snacks and drinks on board
The order above is the listing's own. You meet at the first gazebo next to the marina office, and the crew talks you through the day before you board. On the water, they adapt the snorkel and the beach to the conditions.
If the sea rules out Culebra
Every boat crossing to Culebra runs over open water, and the captain decides on the day. On this charter the rule is stated plainly: if sea conditions do not allow the crossing, the day switches to Icacos and Palomino, two islands off Fajardo, and the price is adjusted to that trip.
You still get your boat, your crew, a snorkel and a beach, and you pay for the day you actually get. Add free cancellation up to 24 hours ahead, and the weather cannot cost you. The Culebra vs Icacos post explains what changes.
What the $1,520 group fare covers
In the fare
- Private boat, captain and first mate
- Snorkel gear
- Lunch and snacks
- Soft drinks, bottled water and alcoholic drinks
- Marina parking fees
Not in the fare
- Gratuities for the crew
- Transport to the marina
You make your own way to Sunbay Marina, and parking is paid once you are there. Bring cash for the crew's tip, and a towel.
Who this suits, and who should book something else
Book this if
- You are a family or group of up to six and want the boat to yourselves.
- You are travelling with a baby or toddler: infants ride on a lap.
- You are celebrating a birthday or honeymoon.
- You want to set the pace of the snorkel and the beach.
Book something else if
- You are travelling alone or as a couple on a budget: the ferry day is the cheapest fare.
- You are a group of seven or more: the Culebra catamaran tours take large groups on one boat.
- You use a wheelchair: this boat is not wheelchair accessible; contact the operators on the planning page list before booking.
- You want a sociable boat with a bar crowd: the Puerto del Rey catamaran is the one.
Compare this charter with every other Culebra snorkeling tour before you choose a date.
Know before you go on the private charter
- Arrive 20 minutes early at Sunbay Marina, and take the concrete road down to the marina.
- Tell the guard your reservation number and full name at the gate.
- Park after Pier A and walk to the first gazebo next to the marina office.
- Infants sit on a lap, strollers are accommodated and service animals are allowed.
- The boat is not recommended with back problems, heart problems or in pregnancy.
- If the sea rules out Culebra, the day goes to Icacos and Palomino at an adjusted price; the weather page shows the risk by month.
How the day went for people who chartered
★★★★★
On our private charter we snorkeled among colourful fish in clear turquoise water near the Luis Peña reserve, and saw rays while we had lunch on a quiet white-sand beach. The captain and first mate knew the area well and mixed a good drink. We would come back.
Lisa E. · Family · August 2025
★★★★★
Our crew were ideal hosts for four adults and a toddler. We went to Culebra, snorkeled and spent the afternoon on the beach, with plenty to eat and drink. My son napped on the boat both ways and loved the floating mat.
Tiffany C. · Family with a toddler · April 2026
★★★★★
Our full-day private charter was excellent and the crew were great with our three kids. We snorkeled the reef, then had a beach picnic of fruit, pasta salad and sweet bread, with chicken cooked on a grill. Everyone loved it.
Drew A. · Family · February 2026
★★★★★
The best excursion we have been on. The crew were knowledgeable, outgoing and fun. We saw plenty of fish, several turtles and some stingrays, and the beach was relaxing.
Marti B. · Traveller · January 2026
★★★★★
Book this if you travel with family or any size of group, because it works out good value. The food was delicious and the service excellent, and our captain and co-captain treated us like family. We come to Puerto Rico often and will book them again.
Yesenia O. · Family · March 2026
Frequently asked questions
How many people does the private charter take?
The fare is per group of up to six. Only your party is aboard, with a captain and a first mate, for the whole seven-and-a-half-hour day.
What happens if we cannot reach Culebra?
If sea conditions do not allow the crossing, the day switches to Icacos and Palomino and the price is adjusted to that trip. You can also cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours ahead.
Can we bring a baby?
Yes. Infants sit on a lap, strollers are accommodated, and the boat is yours, so you set the pace. The crossing is open water, so plan for naps and shade.
Is hotel pickup included?
No. You make your own way to Sunbay Marina in Fajardo, where parking is included in the fare. If you want pickup, the Puerto del Rey catamaran sells hotel pickup as a booking option.
Is there a private tour with a beach BBQ?
Yes. The same marina's private snorkel and beach day adds an hour of guided snorkeling and a grilled lunch on the sand; the private tours page compares them.
What is the cancellation policy?
You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before your start time. If the sea rules out Culebra on the day, the price is adjusted to the Icacos and Palomino trip.
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