Snorkeling with Turtles in Puerto Rico: Our 4 Top Picks

1.San Juan Guided Snorkel With Turtles Tour and Videos

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12,947 reviews · from $42Our pick

Meet at Escambrón Beach for a 90-minute, shore-entry snorkel led by a professional diver. Beginners receive instruction, equipment is included, and guides such as Jill, Lily, Rey, and Jili have helped guests spot turtles, rays, coral, and tropical fish. The tour accepts children age 8 and up and includes GoPro video.

“It was so fun n I saw turtles, Lilly was super helpful and nice I highly recommend. It started to rain which was unforgettable.”

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2.Puerto Rico Jet Snorkel with Turtles and Videos in San Juan

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,229 reviews · from $99

Meet your guide at Escambrón Beach for a 90-minute turtle-snorkeling session. Guides such as Juan, V, Samuel, Chad, and Terrence provide safety instruction, gear, and jet-powered snorkels that help you move through the bay. Photos and videos are included, and the group is limited to 12 people.

“Truly a remarkable experience. We're avid hikers, but never felt more connected to nature than when we were swimming alongside a sea turtle. Honestly, it was an emotional experience. Our guide, Juan, was terrific. His demeanor was everything one would want from a guide that's taking you into the ocean. He's calm, welcoming, knowledgeable, and funny. For parking, there is a lot, but if you're booked for a weekend, come early.”

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3.Culebra Snorkel and Turtle Adventure with Transport

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,336 reviews · from $145

Travel by ferry from Ceiba to Culebra, tour the island by minibus, snorkel near Tamarindo Beach with guides such as Marta, Luis, José, or Nora, and look for turtles, rays, coral, and tropical fish. The day ends at Flamenco Beach, with snacks, equipment, transport, and digital photos included.

“The tour guides were knowledgeable kind patient and overall great! I have three kids under the age of 14 and it was perfect for that age group..”

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4.San Juan Turtle Spotting Snorkel Adventure with Videos

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 274 reviews · from $50

Meet Jet Snorkel at Batería del Escambrón for a 90-minute guided outing, including about an hour in the water. Guides such as Sheila, Samuel, Vee, and Terrence help first-time snorkelers, point out turtles and tropical fish, and capture videos. Gear and bottled water are included, while beach parking costs $5.

“When we arrived for the tour, I had a fall in the parking lot. The diving team rushed over to make sure I was OK, offered to call 911 and send me to the ER, and could not have been more solicitous. Unfortunately, the weather was too windy to Read more”

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