≈ 20 min from Luquillo
Fajardo & the East
Crystal cays, a glowing bay and the best boat days in Puerto Rico.
Icacos Island
La Cordillera Reserve
Uninhabited cay with white sand — reached by catamaran or charter.
Laguna Grande Bioluminescent Bay
Las Croabas, Fajardo
Night kayak tours through mangroves. Glow intensity depends on environmental conditions and moonlight — darker nights are best.
Las Cabezas de San Juan / El Faro
Fajardo
Nature reserve with the historic lighthouse, managed by Para la Naturaleza. Guided visits by reservation.
About bioluminescence
The glow comes from microorganisms and depends on water conditions, rainfall, moonlight and darkness. It can vary night to night — the darkest nights near the new moon usually show it best. Operators may reschedule for weather.
Premium on the water
Charters, catamarans & sunset sails
Snorkeling
Catamaran snorkel day trips
East Island Excursions · Fajardo
Catamaran trips to the Cordillera islands with snorkeling.
Official site & booking →Island hopping
Island hopping by catamaran
East Island Excursions · Fajardo
Visit Icacos and nearby cays.
Official site & booking →Private charter
Sailing & snorkel charters
Erin Go Bragh Charters · Fajardo
Sailing charters out of Fajardo, including private options.
Official site & booking →Boat
Sunset sail
Erin Go Bragh Charters · Fajardo
Evening sailing experiences — check current schedule.
Official site & booking →