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Set sail from Fajardo to Cayo Icacos for a half-day catamaran trip of snorkeling, beach time, and reef encounters. Expect calm anchorage snorkeling among parrotfish and sergeant majors, a provided lunch, and easy access from the marina.
Set sail from Fajardo to Cayo Icacos for a half-day catamaran trip of snorkeling, beach time, and reef encounters. Expect calm anchorage snorkeling among parrotfish and sergeant majors, a provided lunch, and easy access from the marina.
The catamaran slips from the marina and the harbor falls away—Puerto Rico’s trade winds filling white sails as the coastline thins into open water. In about 40–50 minutes SPREAD EAGLE II delivers passengers to the protected anchorage off Cayo Icacos, an uninhabited Spanish Virgin Island whose shallow sand flats and coral edges catch light like glass. Waves nudge the hull and the reef waits, daring snorkelers to peer into gardens of coral and flashing parrotfish.
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Operated by Spread Eagle II · Fajardo, Puerto Rico
The catamaran slips from the marina and the harbor falls away—Puerto Rico’s trade winds filling white sails as the coastline thins into open water. In about 40–50 minutes SPREAD EAGLE II delivers passengers to the protected anchorage off Cayo Icacos, an uninhabited Spanish Virgin Island whose shallow sand flats and coral edges catch light like glass. Waves nudge the hull and the reef waits, daring snorkelers to peer into gardens of coral and flashing parrotfish.
Geologically Icacos is a low limestone and coral cay formed by reef growth and ocean currents; its shoreline is mostly sand with scattered coral heads offshore. The island sits near traditional fishing grounds used for generations by east-coast communities of Fajardo and Ceiba. Crew-run interpretation and fish ID charts onboard offer a quick cultural and natural history primer—how local fisheries shaped livelihoods, and why these reefs matter.
What to expect: a relaxed day sailing with time for two snorkel sessions and beach time. The reef near the anchorage is shallow—ideal for floating over schools of sergeant majors, wrasse, and foureye butterflyfish—and the crew provides new snorkel sets and a casual boxed lunch. Plan for sun, salt spray, and short swims from the anchored boat to shore.
Practical guidance: arrive hydrated and sun-protected, use reef-safe sunscreen, and wear reef shoes for the cobbled sand and coral. If prone to motion sickness, take precautions before boarding; seas are usually calm but can be choppy on windier days. Respect no-touch rules on coral, pack out any trash, and follow crew instructions for entering and exiting the water to protect both swimmers and fragile reef life.
Yes—new snorkel sets for every passenger are included; some guests still prefer a personal mask for fit and comfort.
Trips typically depart from the Fajardo area; the sail to Cayo Icacos takes roughly 40–50 minutes each way depending on wind and sea state.
Children are welcome but must be accompanied by an adult; infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap and the operator notes the activity is not recommended for pregnant travelers.
For full refund cancel at least 24 hours before; operators may cancel for bad weather or insufficient passengers and will offer alternatives or refunds.
Spread Eagle II operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
The catamaran slips from the marina and the harbor falls away—Puerto Rico’s trade winds filling white sails as the coastline thins into open water. In about 40–50 minutes SPREAD EAGLE II delivers passengers to the protected anchorage off Cayo Icacos, an uninhabited Spanish Virgin Island whose shallow sand flats and coral edges catch light like glass. Waves nudge the hull and the reef waits, daring snorkelers to peer into gardens of coral and flashing parrotfish.
The catamaran slips from the marina and the harbor falls away—Puerto Rico’s trade winds filling white sails as the coastline thins into open water. In about 40–50 minutes SPREAD EAGLE II delivers passengers to the protected anchorage off Cayo Icacos, an uninhabited Spanish Virgin Island whose shallow sand flats and coral edges catch light like glass. Waves nudge the hull and the reef waits, daring snorkelers to peer into gardens of coral and flashing parrotfish.
Geologically Icacos is a low limestone and coral cay formed by reef growth and ocean currents; its shoreline is mostly sand with scattered coral heads offshore. The island sits near traditional fishing grounds used for generations by east-coast communities of Fajardo and Ceiba. Crew-run interpretation and fish ID charts onboard offer a quick cultural and natural history primer—how local fisheries shaped livelihoods, and why these reefs matter.
What to expect: a relaxed day sailing with time for two snorkel sessions and beach time. The reef near the anchorage is shallow—ideal for floating over schools of sergeant majors, wrasse, and foureye butterflyfish—and the crew provides new snorkel sets and a casual boxed lunch. Plan for sun, salt spray, and short swims from the anchored boat to shore.
Practical guidance: arrive hydrated and sun-protected, use reef-safe sunscreen, and wear reef shoes for the cobbled sand and coral. If prone to motion sickness, take precautions before boarding; seas are usually calm but can be choppy on windier days. Respect no-touch rules on coral, pack out any trash, and follow crew instructions for entering and exiting the water to protect both swimmers and fragile reef life.