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What a delightful experience! This small cacao farm tour was one of the highlights of our trip to…read morePuerto Rico. Such a gem, location, products and hospitality! This is a small family business, we had a private tour of the cacao orchard (in Spanish) detailing the entire chocolate-making process, with hands on participation and delicious learning opportunities. They toasted some cacao nibs for us to samples, along with some of their chocolates and cacao marmalade (if we were flying home in a couple of days I would have stocked up on this!!). Then we relaxed in their cozy outdoor cafe as the sun dipped down behind the flamboyan trees, drinking milkshakes and eating Bon bons, swinging in the hammocks sprinkled around the cafe. What a lovely evening! Reservation required, if you enjoy intimate, relaxed, off-the-beaten-track experiences like this, don't miss La Finca de Cacao PruVite!

During our vacation in San Juan, we wanted a different type of experience, so we booked the Casa…read moreBacardi Legacy Tour at Casa BACARDI in Catano. Trip Advisor recommended arriving early to enjoy the welcome drink, and we are glad we followed that advice. The drink was excellent, and the on site grill gave us a chance to try some local cuisine before the tour began. There were also plenty of great photo opportunities around the welcome center, which we took full advantage of. Our tour started promptly with our guide, the very charismatic France. She mentioned she was new, but she carried herself like a seasoned professional. Her mix of humor and Bacardi history made the tour engaging and enjoyable. We saw the exterior of the factory, explored the museum with its artifacts and displays, and watched a short film about the company's legacy. At the end of the tour, we sampled premium Bacardi blends and then visited the gift shop. The tour lasted about an hour, which felt just right. The gift shop was well stocked with a wide range of items, including many varieties of rum. My only critique is that the shop does not accept cash, which is my preferred payment method. Even so, I purchased a nice Bacardi cigar ash tray with my credit card before we walked back to the welcome center. From there, we went to the ride share area and took an Uber to the Catano port, where we caught the short ferry across to Old San Juan. That spontaneous add on turned out to be a highlight. It was fun, scenic, only twenty minutes, and cost four dollars for two people. It was a great bargain. Overall, the Bacardi tour was fascinating, informative, and very enjoyable, thanks in large part to France and her energy. We left feeling like we truly understood the history of the rum and the company. It was absolutely worth it.

This was a great tour The property is amazing…read more The island is beautiful Our tour guide was funny and very knowledgeable and informative We got to taste several different types of versions of Barcardi in a very nice setting What I really appreciated is that everything ran SMOOTHLY from the shuttle pick up at the ferry to the arrival at the property and check in and to when the tour started and ended Super smooth zero issues I definitely learned a lot and also realized later that DON Q is the RUM of PR not Bacardi Do I recommend this tour YES Low key wish I would have done a DON Q TOUR in Ponce But zero regrets that I did this tour Again it was a great time and entire experience is nice and EYE opening

Captain McCoy and 1st mate Paul gave us a great experience in their amazing sailboat The Wind!…read moreThey made delicious food that was better the any restaurant we ate in town. There was snorkeling, sailing , learning about the island and island life. We Will come back every year ! It was truly memorable and one for the books. It's going to be a tradition for girls trip for sure . We came from New York, Texas and Michigan and was a true recharge and getaway that was well needed. A great escape from the hustle of life. Highly recommend.

Our second trip back to Vieques required another trip with Capt Sebastian aboard the Shalamar. We…read morehad another fantastic time sailing, snorkeling, and lunching with the Capt and his crewmate McCoy. This is a must do if you're visiting Vieques. Call 2-3 days in advance to secure a spot on the shop.

WOW. myself and 6 of my girlfriends booked this excursion as part of the Bachelorette festivities…read morethat brought us to PR in the first place. Buying our tickets and getting all the info we needed before our experience was a breeze. We all felt confident headed into the trip. Finding the harbor was equally easy. Now onboard the boat is really what earns this a 5 star review. And even more specifically, our guides are the real 5 stars. Oscar, Eric, Thalia, Naty are THE crew you want to go on a trip with. Each were so kind, so accommodating, and contributed to making these memories last a life time. Of course, they highly emphasized safety as well. During our snorkling we saw sea turtles, tons of fish, and even saw a dolphin at Icacos (apparently they're a regular!) The food was delicious, shout out to the chef! Exactly what you want to eat when you've been in the sun and water all day. Filling, delicious, but not heavy. Drinks were good and generous. Alcoholic and non alcohol available for everyone's taste. Everyone agreed this was their favorite activity and we also ziplined at Toro Verde and did the bioluminescent bay kayaking in Fajardo (also great experiences, but this was just THAT GREAT).

Safe harbor is about an hour from San Juan. We booked a van to get there. However I think there…read moremaybe buses as well. No shoes on the boat, but you can still bring them with you, just got to keep them in your bag. There are two levels, the second being smaller, I believe they said that they can accommodate up to 50 people maybe, but 29 of us packed it really tight. You get a safety briefing. The staff is bi-lingual, energetic, and funny. For my plus size peeps, this is a size friendly excursion. The stairs are big enough to get in and out and they will get your floating safety belt on that body, comfortably. They do sanitize the gear right in front of you, but they also don't require you use the mask and fins. They also give this homemade delicious lunch & of course, drinks with rum. You snorkel for an hour and then spend time at the beach for an hour. If you get motion sickness, take it prior and you should be fine. Would definitely go into the sea with this crew again. *captain featured in the second picture! Thanks for getting us there and back safely captain

BEST THING TO DO IN PUERTO RICO!!!!…read more This is not my first time to Culebra or Culebrita but this is the BEST things to do in Puerto Rico. PERIOD! Let's say I am an avid traveler and planner but this experience was 8 STARS our of 5 stars for me. So off the chart AMAZING! My boyfriend and I wanted to do a date in Culebra but we did not expect this level or service and hospitality. Can not be found anywhere else in Puerto Rico (trust me, I looked & tried). Captain Camillo and first mate Danny was such incredible host that we thought we were on our honeymoon (seriously, tooo romantic). HOW IT WORK: 1. Pre-trip communication was surprisingly detailed and prompt. Will help you with how to get to Culebra. I.E. Ferry tickets. Very accommodating on start time. Camillo gave us great recommendation where I wanted to visit. 2. TRANSPORTATION IS NOT INCLUDED but Camillo went out of his way and picked us up from the airport since we didn't rent a golf-cart so we were very grateful for his kindness. Please don't expect transportation because of this review. 3. Meet up point was in a central area. Easy to find. Right next to the restaurant El Navegante. Have dinner there after your trip. 4. The crew greeted us with a plate of fresh fruits, cheese, and deli meat. So luxurious~ 5. Took a short ride to Playa Tortuga in Culebrita where the water was so clear like swimming in a pool. Brought out the Bose speaker to set the mood. 6. We started to float in the water while the crew set up the beach chairs and umbrella for us. They brought the cheese plate, Bose speakers, drinks, and our phones via Kayak to the beach for us! That was so wonderful because last time we had to do it ourselves via Water Taxi. We felt so spoiled. 7. FRESH & HOT lunch! They grilled delicious shrimp and chicken on the boat for us. Paired with an amazing gourmet salad and asparagus. Don't forget to take pictures because it was so romantic. (last time I went on a Catamaran to Culebra, they gave us cold sandwiches) Probably the best meal I had in Culebra. 8. Camillo took us on a adventure via kayak that's included on our trip to the water pool near by. (I had to pay for a snorkeling tour separated last time so this was a definitely worth the money to book with Sea Culebra). Camillo took us on a snorkeling tour and we got to swim with turtles and saw a stingray. We both can't swim but with a life vest, Camillo gave us the confidence to explore these beautiful water. 9. Also included water a SUP board, floaties, kayaks, snorkeling gears and anything you'll need to lounge or exploring. And we LOUNGED! We will NEVER come back to Culebrita without booking with Sea Culebra again because it cost more and took a lot of time to logistically plan all the activities you should be doing in Culebra. Despite the unforgettable memories we made in Culebrita, we made friends with the crew that made the experience more memorable. BEST MOMENTS: 1. Made friends with crew 2. Greeted us with fruit platter 3. Fresh, hot lunch 4. Set up camp for us with everything we need (Bose speaker, beach chairs, snacks, drinks, phones, sunscreens, towels, floaties). We literally didn't lift a finger. 5. Included snorkeling and kayak adventure tours lead by Camillo. 6. The passion and love of nature from the crew made us fell in love with Culebrita 7. Allowed us to have quality time with each other I found them on TripAdvisor but directly booking with them will help small businesses! #smallbusiness

Our experience with Captain Felix can only be described as pure joy. My wife and I were looking for…read morea moderately priced day sail and couldn't have found anyone more courteous, professional and knowledgable about the island. Besides being a hilarious raconteur and keeping us entertained the whole time, Captain Felix knows some of the best snorkeling spots around the outer cays. A consummate professional, I would highly recommend an excursion with him if you happen to be visiting Culebra. We would have gone out again, but had to leave the following day. Next time!

Captain Dave was great. Our last 2 trips we've done a day trip to culebrita with Capitan Dave and…read morewe've had a blast. Super accommodating, music, lunch and a ton of fun. We will be boating with Dave anytime we hit the island. Thanks again Capitan Dave

Captain David took us to Culebrita and we had the most memorable day. Everything was very…read moreprofessional and his prices were also the best. His gear was great and intact. We were a lovely small group of 6. Captain David told us where exactly to go snorkeling and thanks to him we saw some of the most fish we have seen in a long time, including a puffer fish, three nurse sharks, damsel, and many more. He also has one paddleboard, a big cooler and you can choose how you want to spend your time. Super chill.

Amazing sailing charter! Dan is an experienced captain who has spent his whole life sailing and…read moreknows the best spots to see some turtles, rays and reef fish. We tried out fishing ourselves in the afternoon and even caught some spiny lobster. Will definitely recommend this tour company to anyone looking for a charter in Vieques!

From the owner: Fin Time Adventures offers exciting snorkeling, fishing, and custom boat charters in Vieques,…read morePuerto Rico. Climb aboard the only vessel on the island with regularly scheduled snorkeling trips to the coast of Culebra and Flamenco Beach. Snorkel Culebra - Snorkeling & Flamenco Beach landing - Exotic marine life, including turtles - Lunch and refreshments Snorkel Vieques - Thrilling Vieques reef snorkeling - Discover Puerto Rico's abundant marine life - Early Bird & Sunset Trips Vieques Deep Sea Fishing - Enjoy fishing in the Caribbean - Light-tackle and bottom fishing - All tackle and gear provided Private & Custom Adventures - Full or half day fishing and snorkeling - Overnight trips to Culebra or US Virgin Islands - Birthday or Bachelor parties - Weddings & more Cold non-alcoholic beverages & snacks are available throughout the trip

This has the opportunity to be a lot more. There were a few things that happened that really…read moreimpacted our experience with EGB. I wouldn't do it again. You still may have a great time. It is a fairly priced experience that includes good food, drinks, and is ultimately a great day not at the office. The positives are all over the reviews. My picture is from the charter even. Let's talk about what happened to detract from our experience. Captain Dan drank openly and had at least two Medalla cans of beers on the way back into port. This is unacceptable on a paid charter. Really big deal. I'm not sure what the laws are on this but my pilot, Cab driver, bus driver, doctor, and anyone else responsible for the well being of others can wait to drink after hours. Captain Dan started the charter with a quick argument with Charlie. He used the explicit and profane language quite loudly without apologies. The first stop was supposed to be 150 minutes but was only 70 minutes including the meal; so no beach time. The whole charter ended at 3:30 which was an hour short. The snorkel mask had a poor seal which allowed water into the mask. No legit snorkel vests also. The stops were really choppy. This was not snorkeling for a beginner. I can't imagine anyone doing these stops with no experience. There were strong currents near big rocks. The ladder on back was challenging with as much bobbing as the ship did on stop 2. I can imagine older folks having a really hard time. He can't control water but can pick stops accordingly. The commentary was really poor. We learned about the boat, his business plans, and his thoughts on politicians. Information on sailing, the ecology, the reef, or even the history of Puerto Rico wasn't there. I can't tell you the name of the islands, boats, currents, or anything like that. No sailing chart was shown. I can tell that Four Seasons and Disney are interested in investing in the West coast and some things about the US Treasury. The bathroom sink has not worked since at least a month. He made an announcement about it. I was able to glean this from a few TripAdvisor references. So food prep and guest hand washing happens in the same sink. Get the folks some hand sanitizer. They do a great job on prepping for motion sickness because it will be a ride against the currents with some choppy waters. I'm surprised I didn't get it. I had a good time because I was on vacation and on a boat with great weather. Charlie was great, too. The marina was amazing and there was even a shower facility. I wouldn't go back, though.

I had the most amazing time with Captain Dan and Ingrid. We got to the boat earlier than our…read morescheduled time (thanks to a driver they recommended), and they were kind enough to let our adventure start early. We stopped to admire a ship that is going to be used in the next Pirates of the Caribbean movie before heading out to the open water. Ingrid and Dan were more than accommodating. They even let a few who wanted to sail the boat take the helm. One was a born natural. We got to our main snorkel site where we were told we would have about 1.5 - 2 hours to enjoy the water before lunch would be ready. For those of us who had not snorkeled before, he took his time to explain how to put on the mask and how to use the snorkel. He made sure we were all outfitted with the appropriate size flippers as well. He made sure we all had swim buddies and told us what kind of sea life we'd see in the area. The lunch they provided was amazing and plentiful. (I LOVED the mango salsa). Drinks were plenty (water, soda, beer, and RUM PUNCH!) Ingrid also brought out some fruits and banana bread for snacks later in the day. We were given the option of what we'd like to do next, more sailing or more snorkeling. We ended up on a little sand island with even more clear water. The day just kept getting better and better. When we got back to the marina, Ingrid called our driver to pick us up, and provided us a key to the shower to get rinsed off. All 6 of us girls had a great time. I look forward to going back to Puerto Rico and taking on a new adventure. This is much more exciting and relaxing than one of those over priced catamaran tour boats.

If you're even thinking about booking the Serenity snorkel trip--DO IT. This was hands down one of…read morethe best experiences our family has ever had, and that's all thanks to Captain Cesar. From the moment we stepped on board, Cesar treated us like family. He didn't just take us to the usual crowded spots--he brought us to private, breathtaking areas where the coral reefs were absolutely stunning. We snorkeled in crystal-clear water, swam alongside sea turtles, and even spotted manatees and stingrays... it felt like something out of a documentary. And the food... unbelievable. This wasn't your typical "snack" boat. We had all-you-can-eat snacks and drinks for both the kids and adults, plus an incredible onboard spread: fresh shrimp cocktail, perfectly grilled skirt steak, grilled chicken, garlic bread, and then topped it all off with a huge assortment of fresh fruit. It felt like a private floating restaurant. But what really made this trip special was Cesar himself. His energy, hospitality, and genuine care made the entire experience unforgettable. He went above and beyond to make sure every single one of us had an amazing time. We made memories on this trip that will last a lifetime, and we truly can't thank Cesar enough. If you want an experience that's personal, fun, and absolutely unforgettable--this is it.

My wife and I recently spent time in Puerto Rico and during the planning we decided we would do a…read moresnorkeling trip. We knew we didn't want to go on one of those huge catamarans so after research my wife chose vipsnorkeling.com which is part of serenity tours. What can I say. From the moment we met captain Cesar we thought we would have a good time but it was the absolute highlight of our entire week in Puerto Rico. The boat was spotless and Captain Cesar explained every aspect of the trip and how we controlled what we did. We went out to some fantastic reefs and he really knew what we was doing. We felt safe on the water, we had a fantastic time snorkeling, all the equipment was in great condition and when we got back on the boat, we had a beautifully prepared lunch platter waiting for us and full bar. Wow!! Captain was an absolute pleasure and highly professional. We would book with them again in a moment and recommend them to anyone who wants to have a private tour and feel like your money is totally well spent. Great job Captain Cesar!