Why Book an Icacos Island Private Charter?
While commercial day catamarans carry between 40 and 65 passengers on fixed itineraries, a private boat charter to Icacos Island puts your group entirely in command. You dictate when the lines are cast off from the marina, how long you linger over the coral reefs of Arrecife Icacos, and whether you want to anchor away from the main weekend flotillas in serene, glassy coves.
The Group Math: Why Private Charters Are Cost-Effective
Many travelers assume hiring a private yacht or charter catamaran is solely for luxury elites. However, when traveling with a party of 6 to 12 guests, the economics tilt heavily in favor of a private boat:
- Shared Catamaran Tickets: 6 adults on a standard group catamaran at $145.00 each equals $870.00 USD.
- Private Boat Charter: Reserving an entire 32-to-38ft powerboat with private captain, open bar, snorkel gear, and floating lily pad starts at $750.00 to $850.00 USD total ($125–$140 per person).
- The Result: Your group enjoys complete vessel exclusivity, personalized music via Bluetooth, zero lines at the buffet, and direct guidance from your dedicated USCG captain for equal or less money.
Custom Itineraries: Icacos + Palomino Island Twin Hop
One of the premier advantages of a private charter is the ability to island-hop across the Reserva Natural La Cordillera. Standard commercial tours remain moored in Zone C of Icacos for the entire afternoon. With a private charter, your captain can anchor on the calm western sands of Icacos for morning snorkeling, and then cruise south across the Vieques Sound to Palomino Island or Cayo Lobos for an afternoon floating beach party against the dramatic backdrop of El Yunque rainforest. Compare the two cays in our Icacos vs Palomino Island guide.
$499 – $750 / boat
~$83 – $125 per person$950 – $1,350 / boat
~$79 – $112 per person$1,600 – $2,200 / boat
Private captain, mate & bar