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13 Best Tours & Excursions In Vieques, Puerto Rico (2024)

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Vieques is an island located 6-miles off the east-coast of Puerto Rico’s main island.

Vieques is home to the world’s brightest bioluminescent bay, Mosquito Bay, and is known for its pristine beaches and wild horses.

After visiting Vieques many times with a local, I can tell you that there is no shortage of exciting tours to take on your trip.

In this article, I will cover the 13 best tours and excursions in Vieques, Puerto Rico:

1. Bioluminescent bay tour

Vieques has the brightest bio bay in the world, Mosquito Bay .

You can kayak through this bay at night and experience glowing water. 

This is a once in a life time experience, and should not be missed. 

It is difficult to capture this experience with a camera as you need special long exposure settings. Even with the right settings the images captured don’t do it justice. 

Every stroke of your paddle will cause single-celled plankton called dinoflagellates to emit blue light. 

Many tours utilize glass-bottom kayaks to enhance the experience. 

Below is a video showing Mosquito Bio Bay in Vieques:

To learn more, read our article about Puerto Rico’s bioluminescent bays .

2. Horseback riding tours

Horseback riding tours provide a view of Vieques like no other.

Explore the paths and trails of undisturbed tropical forests and secluded beaches that are not accessible with other forms of transportation.  

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Enjoy a graceful ride across the sand on the backs of well-trained Paso Fino horses.

These horses are known for their naturally smooth gait. They are often adopted, well cared for, and loved by their owners. Your patronage helps support their rescue with some companies.

Tours can accommodate any experience level. Helmets are provided.

Below is a video showing horseback riding on the beach:

Visit Jurutungo Farm to book your tour.

Read our article about the famous Black Sand Beach , where most horseback riding tours take you.

3. Beach hopping tours

Vieques has 50 square miles of public beaches each with its own personality. 

Many of these beaches are a part of the Vieques National Wildlife Refuge.

Vieques beaches are usually pretty much empty even on the busiest days. 

These beaches are truly gorgeous and offer the rare opportunity to have an entire beach to yourself.

Beach hopping tours that are available to experience several unique beaches covered in everything from white sands, gold sands, magnetic black sand , and even beaches covered in sea glass.

Check out Vieques beaches in the following video:

To book your beach hopping tour, contact Vieques Concierge .

Learn more in our article 17 Best Beaches In Vieques .

4. Snorkeling tour

Vieques is home to some of the best spots to snorkel.

Swim with sea turtles, tropical fish, stingrays, dolphins, and amazing coral beds.

There are several tours run by knowledgeable local staff that will guide you on a journey to dip below the surface and see the unspoiled reefs. 

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Experienced guides are able to assure safety and are able to adjust tours for specific weather conditions to cultivate unforgettable interactions with the various species of marine life. 

Some companies offer snorkeling tours that offer transportation, refreshments, sanitized snorkel gear and digital photos all included in the price.

Check out a snorkeling tour in the following video:

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You can book your private snorkeling tour with Salty Spirit .

Learn more in our article 8 Best Snorkel Spots In Vieques .

5. Scuba diving tours

Another charm of Vieques is its crystal clear warm water with temperatures that range from 74 to 80 degrees year-round.

These are perfect conditions for SCUBA diving.

Some diving sites have clear visibility down to 100 ft. Here, you can easily interact with turtles, dolphins, and manatees and enjoy the view of colorful coral. 

There are different diving spots around the island — Mosquito Pier, Cayo Afuera, and Corona Reef.  Some companies even offer night diving with UV light.

Tours offer exclusive opportunities to visit remote areas of the waters and shipwrecks to see creatures you wouldn’t find on your own.

Below is a video showing scuba diving in Vieques:

Visit Black Beard Sports to book your dive.

Check out our article 30 Best Scuba Diving Sites In Puerto Rico for more information.

6. Sailboat tours

One of the best ways to see Vieques is from the water.

Many private tour companies take pride in offering their personal touch of hospitality. 

Several tours provide complimentary beverages, a lite fare, or even home-cooked meals while onboard often prepared fresh from locally sourced food.

Knowledgeable and engaging crews offer shared stories that intimately connect you with the ecology and local history of Vieques. 

Chartered sailing offers opportunities to explore many off-grid locations for open-water snorkeling and enjoy exclusive access to marine life that has not been disturbed by large crowds. 

Whether you are a snorkeling enthusiast or simply want to enjoy a relaxing ride across Caribbean waters in the company of friends, chartering a sailboat is a satisfying way to spend the day in Vieques.

Visit Vieques Sailing to book your trip.

7. Hiking tours

60% of Vieques is covered by the Vieques Wildlife Refuge.

At 17,771 acres, it is the largest wildlife refuge in the Caribbean.

The Vieques National Wildlife Refuge was established in 2000 to preserve the environment for the public to safely enjoy wildlife. 

Various hiking tours offer an opportunity to see some of the island’s migratory birds, 4 endangered plants, and 10 endangered animal species, as well as protected historical and archaeological resource sites. 

The refuge also features a view from the Puerto Ferro lighthouse ruins that offer fantastic views of Mosquito Bay, and the southern cays. 

Book a tour with Black Beard Sports .

8. Fishing tours

If you are not one to dine out, you can catch your dinner deep sea fishing.

There are many fishing tours in Vieques and if you are a fishing enthusiast, you are in for a treat.

Explore the hidden coves around Vieques and be transported to remote ocean areas where you can catch Mahi Mahi, wahoo, African pompano, and barracuda.

All equipment is provided on most tours, including coolers and licenses. You must bring your own drinks and snacks.

Below is a video of fishing in Vieques:

To book a tour, contact Vieques Sport Fishing .

9. Sugar Mill Ruins tour

A guided tour of The Sugar Mill Ruins is a sweet treat for history lovers.

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Passionate and knowledgeable guides point out clues to spark your imagination taking you back through the culture and history of this 19th-century sugar mill now covered in green foliage. 

Vieques had a strong sugar cane economy prior to the 1940s. It is not easy to find this landmark as there are no well-defined roads or trails and the markers are hard to notice. 

The Sugar Mill Ruins tour is a true hands-on history lesson.

Learn more about the Sugar Mill Ruins in the following video:

Get more information about this tour by contacting the Vieques Historical Trust .

10. Abandoned military bunkers 

Camouflaged to appear like rolling hills, the now abandoned area is where the military stored their ammunition during their 60-year operation in Vieques.

Located about 4 miles past Mosquito Pier along Route 200, there is an unmarked road that can prove difficult to find. This is where the bunkers are, and it is located in the same wooded area as the Sugar Mill Ruins.

Following the Peace for Vieques protests in 2003, the military shut down its bases on the island and left behind many artifacts.

Visitors can explore open abandoned bunkers, and perhaps stumble upon the illusive Bunker 412. 

At Bunker 412, you can see a collaborative art installation entitled “Reclaiming Vieques: Memory and Imagination.”

Photos taken in the 1940’s cover the doors of the bunker and depict Viequenses being evicted from their homes. 

Years after the military left, the bunkers were transformed into a disco that played salsa and bachata, attracting visitors to dance in the middle of nowhere.

This club is no longer in existence but is an interesting part of the area’s history.

Below is a video showing the bunkers:

For more information about touring, visit the Vieques Historical Trust on the boardwalk in Esperanza.

11. Food tour 

There is no shortage of yummy things to eat on Vieques . 

Esperanza has plenty of creative food trucks and eateries to try. The Malecón is perfect for enjoying lunch by the sea.

A 3-hour food tour may very well fill your belly with 4-7 culinary stops along the way. 

A food tour can create an opportunity to indulge in a variety of Puerto Rican food guided by a local, like mofongo, tostones, empanadas, and arepas. 

Try Bili, the official drink of Vieques, made with quenepas and rum. The drink is traditionally buried underground until it is ready to drink.

Nourish yourself with the catch of the day like whole lobster and scallops, conch, or yellow tail just to name a few. 

To book this tour, visit Vieques Concierge .

12. Crab Island Distillery tour

Vieques has its own distillery called Crab Island Rum Distillery. 

Crab Island is the first and only handcrafted distillery in Vieques .

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With knowledgeable staff, you can learn about the distilling process, taste different rums like coffee or orange infusions, and even purchase rum to take home as a souvenir. 

The venue is a relaxed family farm-like atmosphere with pigs, chickens, and cute and friendly family pups roaming about. 

There is a shaded picnic table and a food truck to complement the rum drinks available.

For more information, visit the Crab Island Rum website.

13. Ceiba Tree tour

Visit the oldest Ceiba tree in the eastern region of Puerto Rico.

This enormous tree is said to be over 500 years old. 

In the religion of the Indigenous people of Puerto Rico (Taino), the Ceiba tree is the daughter of the Goddess YaYa. 

Tours visiting the Ceiba Tree are generally part of a package that includes other historical landmarks in Vieques like the fort in Isabela II and the island’s lighthouses. 

When it rains, water pools in around the various limbs and roots to quench the thirst of various local creatures like tiny crabs and Paso Fino horses roaming about. 

This iconic tree is a meeting place for various tours on the island. 

Book your tour with Vieques Concierge .

FAQ section

What is the best tour in vieques.

The Mosquito Bay Bioluminescent Bay tour is the best tour on Vieques.

Can cruise ship passengers visit Vieques? 

No. There is a boat docking area in Isabel Segunda, but you can only arrive here by public ferry or private boat.

Final thoughts

Vieques is a small tropical island located off the east-coast of Puerto Rico’s main island. 

It has so much to offer, and should not be missed.

The best tour in Vieques is the bioluminescent night kayak tour. To learn more about how you can experience this excursion, read our guide about Puerto Rico’s bioluminescent bays .

Also, check out our article that explains how to get to Vieques from San Juan . 

Tree Alexander

Writer at PuertoRico.com. I have collected countless memories from traveling in Puerto Rico. I share my knowledge of Puerto Rico in my articles. When I’m not writing, I can be found traveling with my toy poodle and homeschooling my children.

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Vieques Full Day Beach Tour

Tour Details

Prices per person, about this tour.

6 hours (9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.)

Important Information

This is not a snorkeling tour.

Children four (4) years or younger, pregnant people, and people with back conditions or recent surgery can’t participate in this tour.

Due to water conditions and other unforeseen circumstances, we reserve the right to reroute to another destination or cancel at the marina.

Island Flyer 65′ Power Catamaran: up to 40 passengers Caribe Spirit 81′ Power Catamaran: up to 60 passengers Tropical Escape 83′ power catamaran: up to 65 passengers

What's Included

Enjoy stunning views while spending the day walking on the beach, beachcombing, and swimming in the crystal-clear waters of the island.

This tour includes:

• Lunch (deli-Style buffet with cold cuts, cheeses, fresh bread, pasta salad, bean salad, and chicken salad)
• Snacks (chips and fresh fruit)
• Beverages (rum drinks like Piña Colada and Rum Punch, Medalla beer, assorted sodas, juices, and water)
• Swim and floating devices
• Spacious shaded cabin

Transportation

Roundtrip transportation is offered at an additional fee per person from any major hotels in the Old San Juan, Condado or Isla Verde area.

If you’re staying in Puerto Rico’s northeast coast, Rio Grande, Rio Mar, Luquillo, Fajardo, and Palmas del Mar in Humacao, call us for transportation minimum and pricing at +1 (787) 860-3434.

Cancellation Policy

For individual reservations of 1-9 passengers, there can be cancellations until 10:00 am the day before the scheduled trip with no penalty. Reservations for 10 or more passengers require cancellation at least two (2) days in advance.

“NO SHOW” if you don’t arrive on time, the ticket is NOT REFUNDABLE and NOT REUSABLE unless (and only if) we have space available to reschedule on a future date. Reschedule must be made on the day of the original trip, base on availability and a rescheduling fee of $25 + tax per person will be applied.

*All marine activities are subject to water conditions. Please call the day before your trip for an update. Cancellations or change of destination due to water conditions is at the Captain’s discretion. These decisions will be informed at check-in.

Recommendations | What to bring

• Bathing suit ON and light beach clothing
• Comfortable shoes
• Sunblock, sunglasses, and hat
• Phone with waterproof case
• Any personal items you may need

If you get seasick, take an over-the-counter remedy with food at least one hour before departure.

Departure Site Information

Check-in: Please be on site 45-30 minutes prior to your departure time for check-in process.

Safe parking available for all of our guests.

Interested in a private charter?

See what our guests are saying about this tour, we are definitely going to use east island excursions on our next trip back.

We had a great time! They had to go to Vieques instead of Culebra but it was still beautiful!! EVERY employee was great! They were very attentive and made sure we were having a great time! The food was good! The chicken salad was amazing! We are definitely going to use East Island Excursions on our next trip back!!

This was my 12th trip with them

Fantastic day trip as always. I cannot say enough about what a great time we had once again on the catamaran day cruise. This was my 12th trip with them in the 20 years that I have been visiting Puerto Rico. The captain and the crew are exceptional in their service and friendly demeanor. The variety of drinks was great and the food tasty and well planned out for a day on the ocean. I completely recommend this day trip to anybody visiting the island. I guarantee you will have nothing but a great time and a day of Wonderful memories.

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This Caribbean island has secluded white-sand beaches and a bioluminescent bay — no passport required.

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On the island of Vieques, not a single stoplight stands between leafy, tropical hillsides and some of the best beaches in the Caribbean. Wild horses roam free, waves glimmer with bioluminescence, and dramatic black sands welcome visitors to a Caribbean island that has escaped the test of time. 

It's no wonder why Vieques has earned spots on  Travel + Leisure  readers' annual list of the best Caribbean islands  for several years running.

Top 5 Can’t Miss

• Stay at 14-room boutique hotel Finca Victoria — or book a retreat for a wellness-focused vacation.
• Kayak around Mosquito Bay, known as one of the most vibrant bioluminescent bays in the world.
• Explore the expansive and ecologically diverse Vieques National Wildlife Refuge.
• Get a taste of modern Puerto Rican cuisine at Placita.
• Visit between December and April for pleasant weather and a lively atmosphere.

Vieques is located just six miles off the coast of Puerto Rico and is a part of this U.S. territory, but in many ways, these islands couldn't be more different. "Puerto Rico has an infectious energy and vibrancy. But there's nothing like the deep connection to nature and profound relaxation you'll find in Vieques," says Sylvia DeMarco, the founder of the boutique hotel  Finca Victoria  located in the lush heart of the island. 

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An increased flight lift to the Caribbean is making reaching Vieques easier than ever -  no passport required for U.S. travelers . Read on for the insider guidance you'll need to plan a trip to the island that feels a world away.

Meet the Expert

Sylvia DeMarco is the founder of the boutique hotel Finca Victoria in Vieques. 

Related:  T+ L's Guide to Visiting Puerto Rico

Vieques has none of the chain hotels or beach resorts found in Puerto Rico, and it's all the better for it. Instead, tiny guesthouses and a slew of new boutique properties offer travelers an intimate connection to the island.

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Finca Victoria

Perched on a lush hilltop in the center of Vieques,  Finca Victoria  is a modern retreat intimately intertwined with nature. This 14-room boutique hotel offers accommodations ranging from tree houses and cabins to a vintage airstream, all with a healthy dose of breezy Caribbean style and available for short stays or longer ayurvedic retreat experiences. This property made  T+L's list of the best new hotels in the world  the year it debuted.

El Blok  has the laid-back attitude of a Caribbean resort with all the style of a modern, design-forward city hotel. Steps from the beach and the oceanfront walkway in the heart of the lively town of Esperanza, El Blok is in the center of all the island's action. The hotel's rooftop pool and bar offer panoramic views of the Caribbean Sea, making it one of the best places in Vieques to watch the sunset with a cocktail in hand.

Hacienda Tamarindo

Sweeping ocean vistas and tropical breezes await at  Hacienda Tamarindo , a small but mighty bed-and-breakfast lifted above the shores of southern Vieques. A swimming pool and hearty tropical breakfast are some of the perks of a stay, but the friendly service at this family-focused accommodation is the true highlight.  

Kayak in bioluminescent Mosquito Bay.

The most famous attraction in Vieques is  Mosquito Bay , where phosphorescent plankton turn the waves into a sea of blue light at what is considered the most vibrant bioluminescent bay in the world. Local tour operators guide visitors by kayak through the glowing waters for an experience that can only be described as magical. Many travelers visit Vieques just to experience this phenomenon, though it's just the start of the island's natural wonders.

Sail, swim, and snorkel.

Getting out on the water is the best way to experience the island of Vieques. Vieques is also home to numerous unique diving sites, making it a haven for PADI-certified travelers. Local insiders from  PADI  recommend visiting Angel Reef, home to nearly pristine coral where divers can spot old Spanish anchors wedged among the rocks.

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Hit the beach.

Even the island’s most idyllic shorelines are nearly empty during the high season. DeMarco recommends Punta Arenas on the island's northwest coast, as well as Caracas Beach, which landed a spot on  T+L's list of the best beaches in the Caribbean . Visitors can't come to Vieques without visiting the aptly named  Playa Negra, where jet-black sand  sets it apart from the rest of the island's powdery white shores.

Taste local rum.

No trip to the Caribbean is complete without sipping the local rum. Sample the local spirits at Crab Island Rum  Distillery, the small yet impressive operation that was the first-ever artisan rum distillery on Vieques. Take a tour or pop into the distillery's shop from Thursday through Saturday between 12 and 8 p.m. The party really gets started on Saturdays, when live music is also on tap.

Reset on a wellness retreat.

Finca Victoria is home to more than just beautiful boutique accommodations; it's also the first and only  ayurvedic retreat space  in the Caribbean. The hotel's bespoke panchakarma retreats last for a transformative 7-10 days, but the spa is open for massages, herbal baths, and Chinese medicine treatments even for those who aren't staying there.

Located on the beachfront in Esperanza,  El Quenepo  offers one of the few fine dining experiences on Vieques. An insistence on using locally sourced, seasonal ingredients and the breezy, open-air dining space with Caribbean Sea views keeps it friendly and tropical. El Quenepo is open from Tuesday through Saturday, and reservations are required.

Hotel El Blok's restaurant  Placita  is among the most well-respected kitchens in Vieques. Executive chef Alex Espinal offers a menu of modern Puerto Rican cuisine that changes frequently based on the daily catch and ingredients available from local suppliers. The restaurant is open from Thursdays to Mondays, and reservations are recommended.

Hidden behind an unassuming corrugated steel facade,  Tin Box  is an island favorite serving up the odd combination of delicious barbeque and fresh sushi. It's a formula that somehow works perfectly to keep a packed house at this roadside staple. Calypso nights — on Mondays during high season — are among Vieques' best live music events. 

Located along the seaside walkway in Esperanza,  Bananas  feels like the casual beach restaurant every traveler is looking for in a Caribbean vacation. Classic Puerto Rican dishes like mofongo shine, while fresh favorites like fish tacos and coconut flan are menu highlights.

Related:  6 Traditional Foods You Must Try in Puerto Rico

"It's impossible to understand the island's unique makeup and geography without understanding its past," shares DeMarco. In the 1940s, the U.S. Navy transformed almost half of the island into a naval base, leaving locals with just a small section of land in the central third of the island. "This led to a more vibrant and populated section of Vieques, and two undeveloped but beautiful ends on either side, which is a makeup that remains today."

Vieques National Wildlife Refuge

When the U.S. Navy began to abandon operations on Vieques in 2001, the lands they left behind became the  Vieques National Wildlife Refuge . Occupying almost half of the island, the Vieques National Wildlife Refuge is considered the most ecologically diverse wildlife refuge in the Caribbean. "The beaches here remain quite untouched and very pristine, a small benefit of a dark history," says DeMarco.

Located on the southern coast of Vieques, Esperanza is a small town with lots to see and do. The oceanfront walkway, known as the  malecón,  is the heart of Esperanza, home to some of the best beachfront restaurants on the island and a smattering of small guesthouses and cool hotels like El Blok. Proximity to many of the island's best beaches and the bioluminescent Mosquito Bay makes Esperanza an appealing base for travelers.

Isabel Segunda

The administrative center of Vieques, Isabel Segunda is located on the northern coast of the island. Home to the island's airport and ferry terminal, Isabel Segunda is most visitors' point of arrival on Vieques. While Isabel Segunda has plenty in the way of shops and conveniences, most travelers tend to pass through on their way to Esperanza and the beaches of the island's southern coast.

The best time to visit Vieques is between December and April, when the days are relatively breezier and sunny skies and clear waters are the norm. Though this is the high tourism season on the island, locals affirm that Vieques never feels crowded like some neighboring Caribbean islands do. Prices are higher at this time of year, but the lively atmosphere and perfect weather are well worth it.  

While May through August have a higher chance of wet weather, it is an affordable and peaceful shoulder season worth considering for a trip. During these months, you'll find mostly locals from the main island of Puerto Rico who know what a lovely season this can be for exploring Vieques.

September and October are the island’s low season; these months are also the height of the Atlantic hurricane season. Prices will be at their lowest, but many restaurants and hotels shutter for renovation, upkeep, or a much-deserved break during these quiet months.

Related: Best Times to Visit Puerto Rico 

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All transportation to Vieques starts in Puerto Rico, whether you'd prefer to reach the island by water or air. 

Ferries to Vieques depart Puerto Rico from the small town of Ceiba, located about an hour and a half east of San Juan. The ferry makes the 35-45 minute journey between the islands several times a day. 

Vieques also has a small airport, offering a more hassle-free travel option via quick flights from San Juan.  Cape Air  flies directly from San Juan's Luis Muñoz Marin International Airport, making these flights the best choice for travelers heading straight to Vieques upon arrival in Puerto Rico. Or, take a  Vieques Air Link  flight from San Juan's smaller Isla Grande Airport, about a 10-minute drive from San Juan's international airport. 

Alternatively, book a catamaran or yacht for a private trip to the island, be it from Puerto Rico or neighboring Caribbean islands.  Dream Yacht Worldwide  offers charters to Vieques from nearby St. Thomas in the U.S. Virgin Islands . Spend your days leisurely exploring the best beaches and pristine waters of Vieques before heading to other destinations like nearby Culebra with its world-famous Flamenco Beach.

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There are no Ubers and few taxis on Vieques, meaning visitors should plan on renting a car to explore the island properly. Drivers share the road with golf carts and bicycles, also available for rent (but more challenging for navigating the hilly terrain in the center of Vieques).

More than just any rental car, locals recommend booking a 4x4 vehicle to properly access the island's more remote destinations. Reaching some of the island's best beaches, especially those in the Vieques National Wildlife Reserve, can be a treacherous endeavor without a proper four-wheel-drive vehicle.

Martiza's Car Rental  and  Vieques Car Rental  are among the island's reliable car rental companies. Locals recommend booking a rental car far in advance of your stay, even as soon as you book your accommodations. This is especially true if you're traveling during high season, as it's not uncommon for car rental companies to be entirely sold out during the busiest months in Vieques.

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Play among the waves

Our adventures and excursions get you up close to the best areas of  Vieques Island! Our guests love our water adventures because we go above and beyond to give you intimate experiences of our beautiful island.

Bio-Bay Kayak Night Tour

When you visit Puerto Rico, a must-do experience is a trip to Mosquito Bay on the beautiful island of Vieques. Our bio-bay night tour is a one-of-a-kind nighttime kayaking experience!

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Full-Day Snorkel by Boat – Culebra

Explore the colors of Culebra, a small island off Puerto Rico that boasts amazingly clear waters, isolated beaches and perfect locations for snorkeling!

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Half-Day Fishing Charter

Reel ’em in! This is one of our most popular fishing charters. Fish the spectacular waters of the Caribbean and catch bonito, dorado, yellowtail and other marine species.

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An Adventure Like No Other...

Wai-Vie is a distinctly Viequense company, born out of a need for reinvention. Bringing skills from our previous experience in the fishing and tourism industry, our vision is to guide visitors and residents alike to come to know Vieques’s beautiful natural resources.

Our name, Wai-Vie, streams from our seagoing roots. It was in playing among the waves, or “waiviando” in Viequense, that the dream for our venture was born.

We give our guests in-depth visits to our island!

The best tour guides on the entire island. They give you an adventure like no other. I love how they focus on small groups giving you a more intimate experience. they go above and beyond what you expect. we signed up for a snorkeling tour and got to experience so many extra things. when visiting Vieques choose Wai-Vie!

The tour from start until we finished was excellent, complete information was provided in the most professional and unique way. The Staff made us feel secure and safe in every way possible, all the while helping us to understand the wonders of the Bay. They shared with us the very best that Vieques has to offer!!! It was amazing and I was so humble that I got to live this once in a lifetime experience.

Raimundo and his staff are very professionals and safety is their number one priority. You also get snacks and water with your tour....very nice touch. Very knowledgeable of the history of Vieques and everything that's got to do with coral reef among other very interesting stories. I promise you wont' regret it!

Rega gave us an outstanding tour of the bio bay. He provided transportation from our home in Vieques and helped us as novice kayakers. He is clearly very passionate about the island and had a lot of wonderful information to share. Highly recommended!

We had a wonderful behind the scenes tour of the island with Rega. We are repeat visitors to Vieques and he gave us the tour we’d been hoping for - not the typical tour but one that we couldn’t do ourselves! I highly recommend!!

Rega took us on a Bio Bay tour at night by kayak that was one of the most amazingly otherworldly experiences we've ever had. He told us all about the elements creating the luminescent phenomenon and showed us details of the delicate eco-system that contribute to the glow. His passion, knowledge & reverence for Vieques & the bio bay was a refreshing change to the typical pandering tour guide one would expect.

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Breathtaking views of the ocean can be found around every bend!  Need more be said?  ​

VIEQUES ISLAND BEACH & SNORKEL TOUR

Snorkel and beach tour to vieques island, puerto rico, everyone’s favorite destination for snorkeling in puerto rico is the island of vieques with its crystal clear waters, colorful reefs, stunning marine life, and secluded beaches..

21 miles long by 8 miles wide, this beautiful Island is only accessible by boat. Limited visitors means that the reefs are unspoiled, the beaches are pristine, and the marine life is among the best that Puerto Rico offers.

Vieques Island Beach & Snorkeling Tour Details:

• Rates per person: Adults $90.00, Children (6 to 12 years old) $80.00 (plus taxes)
• Skill Level: Fun for the entire family
• Tour Duration: 4 hours approx.
• Check-in time: 7:15 am, 12:15 pm at Pure Adventure’s Dive Center
• Tour launch time: 8:00 am returns at 12:00 pm approx. ; 1:00 pm returns at 5:00 pm approx. to the Roosevelt Roads Marina, just minutes away from the Fajardo area.
• Recommended: Bring Sunblock and Towels

Vieques Island Has a Rich History:

For more than half a century, Vieques Island and the surrounding waters were off-limits to the public due to an active naval military presence. Today, this gorgeous area is under the guidance and protection of the US Fish & Wildlife Service, meaning that access is limited and marine life is protected.

Vieques Island is the best place for snorkeling and diving in Puerto Rico—you don’t want to miss this!

What To Expect On Your Vieques Island Beach & Snorkel Tour

We promise you’ll soak up every minute of your experience on Vieques Island, including:

Safety First

We start every excursion with a comprehensive Safety 101 session and briefing that covers the basics of safety in the water and while snorkeling. Our guides are CPR-certified and trained in Rescue Management techniques, so you know you’re in good hands.

Once you feel comfortable with your gear and are ready to snorkel, one of our guides will take you to the diverse part of the reef and point out all the sea life. Of course high quality snorkeling gear and flotation devices are included on this remarkable beach & snorkel trip!

Incomparable Snorkeling Experience

Due to Pure Adventure’s proximity to the beautiful Vieques Island, it’s a quick 20-minute ride aboard our custom dive and snorkel boat affectionately called “Fish Tank”. Our adventurers can snorkel with sea turtles, rays, tropical fish, and even manatees that venture into the reefs and beaches of Vieques.

Enjoy an incomparable snorkeling experience and connect with nature on a deeper level with our Marine Biologist tour guides. Your guide—we are the only tour operator with professional snorkeling guides in the water—will help you to identify the corals and diverse marine life, and advise you on where to snorkel in order to see the widest variety of sea life!

Stunning Beaches

After a brisk, exciting snorkeling session get ready for a relaxing time on the beach where you will experience one of the beaches that Vieques is famous for! As you relax on a pristine, sandy beach, the view to the West is dominated by the mountains of the Rain Forest “El Yunque” rising up from the eastern coast of Puerto Rico.  Meanwhile the Captain and crew will be serving a variety of local delights and treats all for your enjoyment!

Since there aren’t any rivers that carry silt into the waters of Vieques Island, its waters are crystal clear throughout the year. No matter if you’re planning a solo trip or a family vacation, it’s always a great time to visit Vieques and make fabulous memories.

This grand Vieques Island tour concludes with a smooth boat ride back to our home base: the Marina of the Roosevelt Roads. Everyone on board will be sharing their stories about how awesome both the snorkeling and beach tour was, making this tour the highlight of your vacation in Puerto Rico!

Vieques Island Beach & Snorkel Tour Includes:

• All quality snorkeling equipment (mask & snorkel, fins & flotation devices)
• Snorkel instructions & orientation for beginners by Professional Snorkeling Guide
• Ecological interpretation about the surroundings, marine life and history of Vieques
• USCG license Captain, professional snorkel guide and a Certified Interpretive Marine Biologist among the crew.
• Local in-season fruits, snacks, water & soft drinks

SCUBA Dive at Vieques Island Too!

• Rate per diver $75, including tank & weight
• Gear rental: $15
• Diver must be certified

Learn More!

If you’re driving in: Drive Time: 1 hr 45 minutes from Metro San Juan to Ceiba, Roosevelt Roads Marina ( Click here for Driving Map ) Drive Time: 45 minutes from Humacao to Ceiba, Roosevelt Roads Marina ( Click here for Driving Map ) Drive Time: 30 minutes from Fajardo to Ceiba, Roosevelt Roads Marina ( Click here for Driving Map )

COST PER PERSON

Tour duration, check in time, launch site.

ISLA NENA BIO BAY BOAT TOUR, VIEQUES

Quick Details

• Hour Glass Duration: 1 hour

Important Information

For tour to run there needs to be at least 4 people booked that day. For example we will run if 2 guests book at 7:30pm and 2 guests book at 8:45pm the same day.

If this minimum capacity is not met you can choose among the following options:

• We can give you a full refund
• You can rebook to the next day
• Or you can pay the difference for how many people are missing and keep your original booking.

If you have have any doubts please call before booking.

• Book ferry tickets here:  https://www.puertoricoferry.com/en/
• Danny: 787-556-9623
• Dimary: 787-318-7864
• Vieques tours and magazine:  https://viequesinsider.com/

Experience one the most unique natural phenomena in the world

Travel to the Caribbean island of Vieques, where you can experience one the most unique natural phenomena in the world and — the best glow bioluminescent microscopic organisms that glow in the dark!

One out of 5 the world.

• Transportation from and to Meeting point at Esperanza
• 1 hour Electric Boat Tour

More Information:

• $3 Maintenance Fee for Department of Natural Resources to be paid in cash.
• Before booking, verify there is available room for your reservation.
• Transportation to Vieques is either by plane or by ferry boat.
• Last ferry boat from Vieques is at 7:30pm until the next day.
• Best place to stay is at Esperanza!
• Boarding time from Ceiba to Vieques will always be 30 min before your ticket time.
• 1 hour 35 minute drive from San Juan to the ferry in Ceiba.
• Children under 12 years old need a life jacket
• No swimming allowed

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