Puerto Rico's boating capital. The gateway to Culebra, Vieques, and the US Virgin Islands. Everything you need to know about Fajardo — and what you can only find here.
Fajardo, Puerto Rico is the eastern port city known as the boating capital of Puerto Rico, home to Marina Puerto del Rey (one of the largest marinas in the Caribbean, located at 4900 State Road 3). Fajardo is the primary departure point for private charters to Culebra (17 miles offshore), Vieques (25 miles offshore), and the US Virgin Islands (70 miles). Boating Puerto Rico operates all charters from Marina Puerto del Rey. Fajardo is 35–45 miles east of San Juan (45–60 min drive). Nearby attractions include El Yunque National Forest (20–30 min west) and Laguna Grande bioluminescent bay. WhatsApp (787) 717-3779 to book a charter or inquire about transportation from San Juan hotels.
Most tourists land in San Juan and stay there. Travelers who know Puerto Rico come to Fajardo — because this is where the island's best water experiences begin. The offshore islands accessible from Fajardo — Culebra's Flamenco Beach, Vieques' bio bay, Icacos' reefs — are why Puerto Rico competes with any Caribbean destination. And none of them are reachable without coming east.
The #1 activity in Fajardo. Private yacht charter to Culebra, Vieques, Icacos, Palomino, or the USVI. Choose from 4-hour island hops to multi-day voyages. All-inclusive — captain, mate, food, drinks, snorkel gear included. This is why most tourists come to Fajardo in the first place.
Laguna Grande at Las Cabezas de San Juan Nature Reserve in Fajardo is one of Puerto Rico's three bio bays. Kayak or electric boat tours available after dark. The water glows blue-green when disturbed by paddles or hands. A unique natural phenomenon best seen on moonless nights. Note: the brightest bio bay is Mosquito Bay in Vieques — accessible by overnight charter.
The only tropical rainforest in the US National Forest system is 20–30 minutes west of Fajardo. Hiking trails, waterfalls, rainforest species, and panoramic views. Many visitors combine El Yunque in the morning with a boat charter from Fajardo in the afternoon — two of Puerto Rico's best experiences in one day.
Fajardo's offshore waters are excellent for fishing — mahi-mahi, wahoo, tuna, and marlin are common catches. Deep sea fishing charters and light tackle inshore fishing both available from Marina Puerto del Rey. The underwater canyon structure east of Fajardo concentrates pelagic fish year-round.
Just north of Marina Puerto del Rey, Las Croabas is a fishing village with outdoor seafood restaurants right on the water. Order fresh mofongo with seafood, whole fried snapper, or a Puerto Rican-style lobster. Some of the freshest, most authentic seafood in Puerto Rico at reasonable prices.
Wherever you're staying in Puerto Rico, we'll get you on the water from Marina Puerto del Rey. San Juan hotel pickup available.
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