One of the best ways to explore Puerto Rico is by catamaran.
Whether you’re taking a trip to the east coast or the west coast, these catamarans have something special planned for their guests.
I am a Puerto Rico local and when I’m not writing or working, you can find me sailing the coastline.
In this article, we will cover the 10 best catamaran charters & trips in Puerto Rico:
East Island Excursions offers tours to Culebra, Vieques, and the Virgin Islands on a powerful and fast catamaran.
Enjoy stops at snorkeling locations and popular beaches. The excursion includes snacks, lunch, and refreshments.
The tour departs from Marina Puerto del Rey in Fajardo.
If you’re staying outside of Fajardo you can arrange transportation for a fee per person.
Here is a video of the Culebra Gateway Day Trip with East Island Excursions:
Book this trip by visiting the East Island Excursions website.
Read more about the islands you can explore on this trip in our articles about Culebra and Vieques.
The Salty Dog offers tours to Palomino Island, Icacos Cay, and Lobos Island.
Snorkeling, snack variety, and rum cocktails are included.
The excursion departs from Villa Marina in Fajardo. Transportation to Fajardo has to be arranged separately.
Book this trip by visiting the Salty Dog Catamaran website.
Learn more about the area in our article Fajardo – All You Need To Know.
Sail Caribe offers catamaran charters to Vieques, Culebra, Cayo Icacos, Palomino Island, and Culebrita.
The difference they offer is a charter where you can sail, and sleep aboard without a captain and crew.
The service is called “bareboat” and can be very attractive if you’re an experienced sailor.
Charters depart from the Marina Puerto de Rey in Fajardo. Charters are sold by the week. Ground transportation is not included.
Check out the Caribbean Yacht Charter in the following video:
Book this trip by visiting the Sail Caribe website.
Vieques is home to the world’s brightest bioluminescent bay, why not make it your destination?
Learn more about it in our article Mosquito Bay – All You Need To Know.
Castillo Tours operates its own boats, vehicles, and staff. They specialize in corporate groups.
The tour includes snorkel equipment, beach toys, boxed lunch, and refreshments.
The differentiating factor is they will provide beach toys to play volleyball, football, or beach paddles.
The trip departs from Villa Marina in Fajardo. You can arrange transportation for an additional charge.
Below is a video of a Catamaran Day Trip with Castillo Tours:
Book this trip by visiting the Castillo Tours website.
The Catamaran Spread Eagle has been providing tours from Fajardo for decades.
The difference factor with Spread Eagle is that they have a larger variety of lunch options.
They also provide you with a brand-new snorkel included in the tour. This is a nice touch, as opposed to a used one.
The Spread Eagle catamarans depart from Villa Marina in Fajardo.
The tour is 5 hours, and if you’re departing from the San Juan area you should leave 2 hours earlier. This charter company does not offer transportation with the tour.
Book this trip by visiting the Catamaran Spread Eagle website.
If you would prefer to see the sights of Old San Juan, this morning mimosa tour is an option.
The tour starts at 10:30 am and includes bottomless mimosas, rum punch, domestic beer, and rum drinks.
This tour has a maximum of 6 people and lasts for 1 ½ hours.
Sail PR docks at the San Juan Bay Marina. If you’re staying in San Juan or Isla Verde, it is only a short car ride.
Book this trip by visiting the Sail PR website.
The Romantic VIP sailing tour sails Old San Juan.
The differentiating factor for this company is its dedication to service. They look for innovative ways to make your experience special.
This sailing excursion departs from the Club Nautico Marina. The marina is close to the major hotels in San Juan and Isla Verde.
Here’s a video of the Romantic VIP Tour with Sailing Dreams PR:
Book this trip by visiting the Sailing Dreams website.
Sandy Bottoms sailing offers private tours. Their charter is for a maximum of 6 people.
The tour includes a breakfast of coffee and pastries. For lunch, you’ll have an afternoon assortment of cheeses, fruits, chips, and dips. Beverages will be onboard as well.
Snorkeling and gorgeous destinations are also part of the package.
Sandy Bottoms catamaran is docked at the Puerto del Rey Marina in Fajardo. This location is 75 minutes from San Juan. The Sandy Bottom catamaran can refer you to a driver.
Book this trip by visiting the Sandy Bottoms Sailing website.
The Traveller Catamaran is a dependable option with the rum drinks, and snacks you could come to expect.
This fun-loving catamaran shows guests a good time, with a water slide on deck, and attentive staff.
The Traveller Catamaran docks at the Villa Marina in Fajardo.
They offer transportation from San Juan, Fajardo, Rio Grande, and Luquillo.
Go on a tour with Traveller Catamaran in the following video:
Book this trip by visiting the Traveller Catamaran website
The Katarina Catamaran sails on the west coast of Rincon.
The boat is a 32-foot catamaran that can accommodate 17 guests. They include rum punch, lunch, refreshments, and snorkeling.
The Katarina Catamaran is moored in Rincon. You will need to board a small watercraft from the Balneario of Rincon, which transports you to the bigger boat.
This tour might be challenging for people staying in the San Juan metro area. It’s recommendable to stay on the west coast so that you can arrive on time.
Check out Katarina Catamaran’s tour in the following video:
Book this trip by visiting the Katarina Catamaran website.
Learn more about the area in our article Rincon – All You Need To Know.
The prices range from $85 per person to $250 or more. If you’re budgeting for this activity, add the price of transportation. Transportation can range from $30 to $50+ per person.
I liked Sandy Bottoms because they are the only company which offers to teach you how to sail.
If you’re feeling adventurous, then a catamaran excursion with snorkeling will satisfy that craving.
Taking a catamaran to Culebra or Vieques is a fun activity that you must do when visiting Puerto Rico.
If you are interested in reading up about snorkeling in Puerto Rico, check out our article 25 Best Snorkel Spots In Puerto Rico.
If you are looking for things to do, then check out our article 45 Best Things To Do In Puerto Rico.
Writer at PuertoRico.com. I am a Santurce local in Puerto Rico who is obsessed with following cultural trends in art, music, sports, and fashion. I hope to uncover the perfect setting for your next experience. When I’m not writing, I am working in the live events industry, or sailing the coastline.
