Fajardo is a popular vacation destination located on the north-east side of Puerto Rico.
There are many tours to experience here, such as the bioluminescent bay tour and guided rainforest tour.
I’ve been living in Puerto Rico for 14 years and frequently visit Fajardo for weekend getaways.
In this article, I will cover the 13 best tours & excursions in Fajardo, Puerto Rico:
Puerto Rico is home to three different bioluminescent bays.
Fajardo is lucky to have one of these bio bays: Laguna Grande Bioluminescent Bay.
When you kayak through a bio bay, you will see millions of bright sparkles in the water. This is a once in a life time experience.
You’ll also learn about the local ecosystem during your guided tour.
Below is a video that shows a bioluminescent bay in Puerto Rico:
Learn more about Puerto Rico’s bio bays by reading our article Bioluminescent Bays Puerto Rico – All You Need To Know.
El Yunque National Rainforest is the only rainforest in the United States National Parks system.
Although you can visit this rainforest independently, nothing beats a guided adventure tour to access trails and views you didn’t know you could explore.
From waterfalls to waterslides, swimming holes, and trails, a guided tour will help you see it all.
Learn more by reading our article El Yunque National Forest – All You Need To Know.
Icacos Beach is one of the top beaches in Puerto Rico.
It’s not a beach you can reach by car — you’ll have to get there on a water taxi or catamaran from the main island.
If you go on a catamaran, you’ll enjoy the trip with music, drinks, and lunch included on your trip.
Check out Cayo Icacos in the following video:
To book a tour, visit East Island Excursions website.
For more beautiful beaches, read our article 30 Best Beaches In Puerto Rico.
Fajardo is home to some of the most beautiful coral reefs in the world. You can see these reefs up close and personal with a snorkeling boat tour.
You’ll also get to see a variety of fish, turtles, and other marine life.
Some snorkeling areas a boat tour will take you is Icacos and Palominos Island.
Learn more by reading our article 25 Best Snorkel Spots In Puerto Rico.
Two tours are always better than one, especially from the same tour guide!
Fajardo is home to El Yunque Rainforest & Laguna Grande Bio Bay combo tour.
This tour is great for spending the entire day in Fajardo, as you can explore two of the most popular activities in one day.
Check out Bespoke Lifestyle Management to book this tour.
Fajardo is located on the east coast of Puerto Rico and is in proximity to Culebra island.
Although you’ll need to go to Ceiba to take a ferry to visit Culebra, there are plenty of private catamaran sail tours that will pick you up in Fajardo and take you there.
These sail trips will take you to Flamenco Beach and include food and drinks.
To book this tour, check out Scuba Puerto Rico.
Palomino Island is near Icacos Island.
You can go island hopping boat tour that will take you to both islands in one day with food & drinks included.
These boat tours also include sightseeing and snorkeling as part of their experience.
Visit the Kayaking Puerto Rico website to book a tour.
Enjoy a sunset cruise in Fajardo and explore this area from a different angle.
Tour operators have different styles of boats to choose from depending on which company you pick.
Check out Salty Dog to book a tour.
Paddleboarding is always a fun water activity to take part in.
You can find a one-hour paddleboarding rental and paddle through the crystal clear waters of the Cabezas de San Juan in Fajardo.
Picture this, on a nice sunny day, paddling through the crystal water as you hear the sounds of the waves breaking on the shore and exploring new places boats can not explore.
It’s a piece of paradise just for you to enjoy.
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To book this tour, check out Pirate Snorkeling Shack.
Scuba diving is a popular and adventurous packing activity compared to snorkeling.
In Fajardo, you’ll be scuba diving the Cordillera Reef System. There are two tank scuba diving tours for you to explore the world beneath the waves for a longer period.
And no worries, you’ll be diving with certified professionals to ensure your safety is a top priority while creating memories you’ll never forget.
Below is a video on what it’s like to scuba dive in Fajardo:
Check out Dive Puerto Rico to book a tour.
Icacos Island is a fabulous island to spend the entire day in.
Besides enjoying the crystal clear waters on a lovely, isolated island in paradise, you’ll want to snorkel and explore the world beneath the seas!
Only some boats that offer trips to Icacos offer snorkeling equipment; make sure that you bring your gear or that you’re going to a boat that provides them.
Check out East Island PR to book a tour.
Take the wheel, you’re the captain now!
A mini boat adventure allows you to be your very own captain and explore multi-stop excursions along the eastern coast of Puerto Rico.
You’ll be able to explore different beaches and Cordillera Cays that make up the nature reserve.
And no worries, you’ll be boating with a certified guide to ensure your safety and fun is a top priority.
Visit the Boats2Go website to book this tour.
When people think of Fajardo, they’ll mostly think of Icacos Island.
Did you know Palomino Island is only 4.7km away from Icacos Island?
If you’ve previously visited Icacos, it’s worth coming back to Fajardo and checking out the gorgeous island of Palomino.
If you haven’t visited either island, I recommend going on an island-hopping boat tour that will take you to both in one day!
This is an excellent idea if you’re staying in Puerto Rico for a short time. Mainly because most boats don’t go back and forth from the island to the main island.
Check out Palomino Island in the following video:
To book this tour, visit the Palomino Yacht Charter website.
The Laguna Grande bio bay kayak tour is the best and most famous tour in Fajardo, Puerto Rico.
The best tours for families to do in Fajardo are going to Icacos and Palomino or going on a guided rainforest tour.
If you’re visiting Puerto Rico, then you must spend a day in Fajardo.
My favourite tour in Fajardo is the bioluminescent bay tour in Laguna Grande. You can learn more in our article Bioluminescent Bays Puerto Rico – All You Need To Know.
If you are still looking for other tours and excursions, then check out our article 25 Best Tours & Excursions In Puerto Rico for more ideas.
Finally, you may enjoy our article 20 Best Things to Do in Fajardo for more activities.
Writer at PuertoRico.com. I’ve lived in Puerto Rico for 14 years and have experienced every inch of this stunning island. Growing up in Puerto Rico has helped me truly learn about the rich culture and extensive history this island has to offer. I share my local knowledge in all of the articles that I write.
