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Puerto Rico Boat Rentals
A beautiful island in the Caribbean and a territory of the United States, Puerto Rico is an incredible place for a boat rental. With sparkling blue waters and warm temperatures year-round, it’s a haven for water sports, boat tours, and all sorts of activities to enjoy on a boat. Enjoy a boat tour from San Juan, book a catamaran tour and cruise for hours, stop for a snorkel, and soak up the sun on your Puerto Rico vacation. Yacht rentals in Puerto Rico are another popular option. Find a local captain to take you on a private yacht and enjoy Puerto Rican food on the water.
If you’re heading to Puerto Rico, make sure you schedule a time to rent a boat. You can book a catamaran charter, a powerboat rental, go parasailing, snorkeling, scuba diving, and much more. With its clear, warm waters, Puerto Rico is a top destination in the Caribbean for scuba diving and snorkeling. Book a boat tour with snorkeling as an option for a fun day out on the water. Puerto Rico is also a fantastic destination for fishing charters, where you can spend all day on the Caribbean catching fish like Blue Marlin, Tuna, Wahoo and more.
Because it’s an island, there are tons of cities and villages around the perimeter of Puerto Rico that are excellent for getting out on the water. Taking a boat tour from San Juan or cruise around Vieques, a tiny island off the coast of Puerto Rico’s mainland that is known for bioluminescent kayaking opportunities. Old San Juan is a beautiful historic town to wander around by foot, but also stunning to see from the perspective of the water. Get on a boat and cruise by Castillo San Felipe del Morro and the port of San Juan.
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How much does it cost to charter a boat in Puerto Rico?
A boat charter in Puerto Rico will cost anywhere from $100/person for a 3-hour sailing cruise, to well over $1000/day for a luxury yacht charter. The cost for your boat charter in Puerto Rico will depend on the boat’s capacity, the duration of your charter, where you want to go, and the type of experience you want to have. Boat charters are a very customizable activity, so you can make it as budget-friendly or as luxurious as you’d like! On average, you can expect to pay about $200/hour for a boat charter in Puerto Rico.
Do you need a license to rent a boat in Puerto Rico?
Boating licenses are required for boaters in Puerto Rico who were born on or after July 1st, 1972. This is required to operate a boat, regardless if it is a rental or not. It’s always a good idea to have a boating license and a boating safety certificate before you rent or operate any watercraft. If you do not have these requirements, you can book a boat charter in Puerto Rico with a licensed captain.
How much is it to charter a yacht in Puerto Rico?
Yacht charters in Puerto Rico cost anywhere from $150/hour to well over $600/hour. The price depends on the size and model of the yacht, special inclusions (food and beverage packages, entertainment, itinerary of the charter), how many people are on board, and the time duration of your charter. Holidays or busy tourist seasons can also impact the cost of a yacht charter in Puerto Rico.
Can you rent a boat to go to Culebra?
Culebra is a popular boat tour destination in Puerto Rico, and you can visit it on a day trip or for an overnight stay. It’s an easily accessible island paradise, less than an hour's boat trip from Ceiba. If you leave from the port in San Juan, it will take a few hours, but you can structure your boating adventure to stop at multiple islands and unique beaches in addition to Culebra.
How much does it cost to go from Puerto Rico to Culebra?
A $2.50 ferry ticket to Culebra is the cheapest way to get there from mainland Puerto Rico. If you want to get to Culebra on a boat tour, it can cost anywhere between $300-600 for a half or full day of boating on a private yacht with a captain to take care of the navigating. This is often on a larger boat, so you can split the cost with your travel companions.
Puerto Rico Reviews
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Carissa
All Inclusive Tours 28ft Pursuit in Fajardo, Puerto Rico
Hands down the best experience i’ve ever had. From seeing turtles and dolphins, being shown the best snorkeling places, amazing sight seeing, good food and drinks, and the nicest possible crew, Black Octopus Tours really created the best day for me and my friends. i would recommend this to absolutely anybody visiting Puerto Rico! Super affordable too for what an amazing experience this was. Could not have imagined a better day out on the water!! ❤️🤿
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Annel
All Inclusive Tours 28ft Pursuit in Fajardo, Puerto Rico
This was the absolute best experience we could have asked for! Our captain Jose Luis and mate Goldie made our trip so comfortable and really took care of our group throughout the entire trip. They are wonderful, friendly people who really go the extra mile to make your experience special and memorable. From the moment I even inquired about the booking I was treated so courteously and the customer service was one of the best I’ve ever encountered. I know there are a lot of options for booking tours out there but this is by far the best. Spending a little more on having our own private boat with these amazing people was the best decision we made. We will definitely book again when we come back to Puerto Rico!
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Brittany
Private* Old San Juan Bay Cruise/37 Foot Sailboat/FREE Tapas &Drinks/Sunset/Swim
This was, without a doubt, the best part of our 3.5 day trip to San Juan. We knew we wanted to spend one evening doing a boat our around the island, and bonus points if it provided alcohol or allowed us to bring our own. I originally found a similar tour on Viator, but the date was blacked out due to family vacation. I looked through other Viator options and could not find anything that I felt good about--for example, one agency said you can only text, they would not answer any calls for any reason. I searched and searched and finally found GetMyBoat and Captain Luis, and it was everything we asked for and more! First pro: communication! From the beginning, Luis was quick to respond to any and all questions. He communicated the day before the trip, and provided clear instructions (including pictures) on how to find him. Second pro: Experience-- Luis and Gaby treated us like old friends and made sure we were able to what we wanted with our time. (They even sailed a little longer for us) Luis and Gaby started with a quick safety briefing then quickly let us take over as DJ and offered us sangria (which was delicious) and beer. They allowed our group to hang out at the other end of the boat for about an hour uninterrupted. Captain Luis then began telling us about some of the history of Puerto Rico. We had time to swim off the boat, and they took pictures for us. On the way back, Captain Luis and Gaby visited with us , telling us about their lives, asking questions about ours, and providing recommendations for what to do in OSJ and the surrounding area. Drinks were provided the entire time and his wife made us a beautiful charcuterie board. It wasn't small talk, but truly great conversation and laughs! Third pro: Price This tour was the same as viator options BUT IT WAS PRIVATE to our group---win win! No having to worry about other people getting too close, being too rowdy/loud, or rude. It allowed us to relax even more. I simply cannot say enough positive things about the service and fun Captain Luis and Gaby provided. I am a typical Type A lawyer, who has trouble relaxing/turning everything off, but for the three or so hours I was on the boat, I was just a thirty-something year old able to have fun and enjoy the ocean and surroundings. If we are ever able to return to Old San Juan, this would be my first booking.
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Syed
Private* Old San Juan Bay Cruise/37 Foot Sailboat/FREE Tapas &Drinks/Sunset/Swim
This is a lot of fun for the whole family. We went out for 3 hours, sailed just past the old fort then doubled back, dropped anchor midway through, had some snacks, swam a bit in the ocean, then sailed back. Friendly captain and first mate. Would go with them again.
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Oscar
All inclusive half day or full day trips!!!
Luis and Angel were amazing. Right from the moment we made the inquire to the moment we step out of the boat the communication, the service, always attentive to our needs and our safety. literally everything was 5 stars. The sea Bob and the jet ski were great add one to the trip. we highly recommend Angel and his family.
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Nestor
All Inclusive Tours 28ft Pursuit in Fajardo, Puerto Rico
We Booked a full day excursion with Black octopus 🐙 tours and had an exellent time. Jose and Josue did an excellent job on making this a memorable experience. Burgers and hot dogs were on point! Apprecite all there efforts on making this trip great! Definitely a do over!!
Boating Guide - Puerto Rico
Puerto Rico Boat Rentals
A beautiful island in the Caribbean and a territory of the United States, Puerto Rico is an incredible place for a boat rental. With sparkling blue waters and warm temperatures year-round, it’s a haven for water sports, boat tours, and all sorts of activities to enjoy on a boat. Enjoy a boat tour from San Juan, book a catamaran tour and cruise for hours, stop for a snorkel, and soak up the sun on your Puerto Rico vacation. Yacht rentals in Puerto Rico are another popular option. Find a local captain to take you on a private yacht and enjoy Puerto Rican food on the water.
If you’re heading to Puerto Rico, make sure you schedule a time to rent a boat. You can book a catamaran charter, a powerboat rental, go parasailing, snorkeling, scuba diving, and much more. With its clear, warm waters, Puerto Rico is a top destination in the Caribbean for scuba diving and snorkeling. Book a boat tour with snorkeling as an option for a fun day out on the water. Puerto Rico is also a fantastic destination for fishing charters, where you can spend all day on the Caribbean catching fish like Blue Marlin, Tuna, Wahoo and more.
Because it’s an island, there are tons of cities and villages around the perimeter of Puerto Rico that are excellent for getting out on the water. Taking a boat tour from San Juan or cruise around Vieques, a tiny island off the coast of Puerto Rico’s mainland that is known for bioluminescent kayaking opportunities. Old San Juan is a beautiful historic town to wander around by foot, but also stunning to see from the perspective of the water. Get on a boat and cruise by Castillo San Felipe del Morro and the port of San Juan.
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