Top Fajardo Nature and Wildlife Tours

Paddle a kayak through the peaceful waters of Fajardo's mangroves on the way to the Bioluminescent Bay during this evening tour. You are provided with all equipment and instruction, so even beginners can participate. Follow your guide's lead and listen to in-depth commentary as you travel, arriving at the Bioluminescent Bay at dark to see the water light up beneath you.

El Yunque National Park is Puerto Rico’s largest nature reserve and as difficult to explore independently as any other tropical rain forest. Discover it in a small group with a guide on this fun forest hike to two different waterfalls, one with a rope swing and free diving, the second with a natural rock waterslide and a cliff jump. Learn about the park’s history, wildlife and trees as you hike.

The Laguna Grande Bioluminescent Bay in Fajardo is a must for adventurous travelers visiting Puerto Rico. Tiny organisms called dinoflagellates sparkle in the water when it’s disturbed and a night kayak trip is an amazing way to appreciate the bioluminescence. After donning your lifejacket and a quick kayaking lesson, paddle out through the mangroves to the tropical bay, with live commentary from your guide. Please note: weight restrictions apply.

Explore the underwater world of Culebra Island during this snorkeling excursion to Flamenco Beach. A perfect snorkeling expedition for beginners or families with small children, the calm, clear, waters make for easy snorkeling and swimming. During the time at Culebra Island, you can choose to snorkel, swim, use the provided stand-up paddleboards, or simply relax.

Explore Puerto Rico and the beautiful waters, islands, and marine life on your terms! A truly customizable island hopping experience to be enjoyed with friends, family, or just as a romantic getaway. Departing from Fajardo we will make two stops between Palomino, Lobos, and Icacos based off ocean conditions and the captains discretion. Enjoy views of Vieques, Culebra, St. Thomas, and of course Puerto Rico's natural beauty. We provide the vessel, captain and crew, food, and beverages. All you need to provide is a desire to layback, relax, and take in an amazing day on the water.

Paddle through the beautiful bioluminescent bay near Fajardo on this kayak tour. Traverse the extensive mangrove forests with your marine biologist tour guide and learn about the science behind this natural phenomenon that occurs in Laguna Grande. See the lights twinkle below the water as you paddle along and admire the beautiful coastal scenery at dusk before heading back to the starting point.

Take a night kayaking tour from Las Croabas, through the mangrove channels of Las Cabezas de San Juan Nature Reserve to Laguna Grande. Here you can find the billions of microscopic plankton that live in the water and light up at the touch of your hand to create a beautiful, iridescent glow in the water. Learn about this natural phenomenon and its fragile ecosystem from your informative guide as you paddle through the lagoon.

No trip to Fajardo is complete without visiting the stunning blue waters of the Caribbean. There are countless excursions available on the water; however, most have become a booze cruise and don’t give you the optimum atmosphere for exploring. This Fajardo Afternoon Boat and Snorkeling Tour still offers alcoholic beverages but gives you the energy to focus on snorkeling and learning about life under the sea.

Discover Puerto Rico’s rich underwater marine life on a half-day snorkeling tour from Ceiba to Vieques Island. Swim in the crystal clear waters of this secluded area and keep an eye out for giant sea turtles. Admire the pristine beaches and coastal scenery as you explore one of the best snorkeling spots in Puerto Rico.

Part of the Cordillera Keys Nature Reserve, Icacos Island (Cayo Icacos) lies about half an hour from Fajardo. Enjoy its golden sands and rich coral reef on this snorkeling tour, with all equipment provided, even clip-on flotation devices, plus guides to help identify the tropical species that you see. After snorkeling, enjoy a deli-style buffet lunch and open bar, with soft drinks, water and Puerto Rican rum.

Experience the wonder of bioluminescence close-up, with a guide to lead the way and provide commentary, on this evening kayak tour from Fajardo. Get instructions on kayaking if you’re a novice, and paddle along a mangrove channel to reach the bioluminescent bay at Laguna Grande. Then, marvel at the blue lights and use your oars to create illuminated trails in the water. All kayaking equipment is included for your convenience.

Paddle a kayak to Aquafari Culebra during this excursion from Ceiba. Journey from Ceiba to Culebra via local ferry, then get outfitted with your kayaking gear and launch from the unspoiled Tamarindo Beach. Kayak into the Luis Pena Marine Reserve to snorkel and swim around the coral reefs and the seagrass beds frequented by turtles. Soak up the sun at Flamenco Beach, where you can purchase lunch before heading back to Ceiba. Light snacks and all snorkeling and kayaking equipment are included.