SCUBA DRIVING
Aquatica Underwater Adventures
SCUBA Diving/Hotel Services services on the west coast. Specialize in diving/snorkeling. Desecheo Island.
Puerto Rico Diver Supply
All dive packages include tanks, weights, boat dives indicated, guide, beverages and snacks on board.
Blue Caribe Dive Center
Take a resort course or an open water PADI certification course or dive around the waters of Vieques. Kayak trips also available to Vieques' bioluminescent bay. Esperanza, Vieques. Ph: (787) 741-2522
Coral Head Divers
PADI and NAUI certification courses available as well as a resort course including a lesson in the pool and a shallow water dive. Scuba boats take divers to 20 sites off the east coast around Humacao. Palmas del Mar, Humacao. Ph: (787) 850-7208
Innovation
Hop on this party-dive boat and explore the islands and cays off the east coast of Puerto Rico. There's lunch and rum punch, and non-divers can snorkel and beachcomb. Hotel pick-up available in San Juan, departs from Villa Marina. Fajardo. Ph: (787) 728-6606
Reeflink Divers
Naturalists will be on board with you, so expect to learn something about the waters. PADI certification, resort courses and a scuba diving/snorkeling trip to Culebrita island and its baths are offered. In the Dinghy Dock Restaurant in Dewey, Culebra. Ph: (787) 741-0581
Sea Ventures Pro Dive Center
Get certified by taking a PADI course. One-day resort courses offered. Certified scuba divers can dive in one of 20 different sites off the shores of Puerto Rico's east coast. Puerto del Rey Marina, Route 3, km. 51.4, Fajardo. Ph: (787) 863-DIVE
BOAT CHARTERS
Parguera Fishing Charters
offering charters for fishing, sightseeing, snorkeling and ecotourism-expeditions (guided by a marine biologist) in Puerto Rico. Ph: (787) 382-4698
San Juan Waterfun
Come and enjoy the most complete watersports center in the Caribbean. Ph: (787) 531-4510
Gran Regata Cutty Sark
Se escogerán 4 tripulantes puertorriqueños que nos representen y que a su vez tengan la valentía de vivir esta aventura hasta el final.
Aqua Terra Sailing - Customized Charters
Skippered cruises from the Caribbean to the Riviera or Seychelles. Relax or learn to sail with ASA certified instructors. Gourmet chef aboard.
Austria Vienna Cat
Sailing tours between the Caribbean in winter and the Mediterranean in summer on a 40 ft catamaran taking up to 7 guests.
Barrington-Hall Sailing Holidays
Luxury crewed charters on motor and sailing yachts and catamarans on the Mediterranean and Caribbean Seas.
BOAT TOURS
Eco-Isleño
Hop on a power catamaran in Fajardo, spend the evening in Vieques exploring the bioluminescent bay, then return to Fajardo the same night. Day trips also available to Culebra. Puerto del Rey Marina, Fajardo. Ph: (787) 860-3434
Island Adventures
See fireworks in the water in the Mosquito Bay in Vieques. Groups transported on special non-polluting motorized pontoon boats. Casa del Francés Inn, near Esperanza, Vieques. Ph: (787) 741-0720
Airborne
Take a trip around San Juan Bay or head out into the ocean on a romantic 35-foot sailing sloop. Sails from Club Náutico. Stop 91/2, Fernández Juncos Avenue, Miramar. Ph: (787) 728-6606
Club NÁUTICO International Power Boats
Rent a motorboat or a sailboat and explore the waters on your own. Half-day and full-day rentals available. Villa Marina, Route 987, Km. 1.3, Fajardo. Ph: (787) 860-2400
FISHING
Shiraz Charters
Sportfishing charters of Puerto Rico. As for our special arrangements for tournaments. Fish in the big tournaments in San Juan or St. Thomas or go crazy in a local Puerto Rican tournament, which is more than just a sportfishing experience.
Benitez Fishing Charters
Jump on an air-conditioned 45-foot Hatteras and go look for that record-breaking blue marlin. Up to six people can join the adventure, and Captain Benitez will hook you up with others interested in the trip. Club Náutico de San Juan, Stop 91/2, Fernández Juncos Avenue, Miramar. Ph: (787) 723-2292
Lady Traveller
Go deep-sea fishing on this 58-foot Betram or take an island charter to Vieques, Culebra or St. Thomas. Villa Marina, Fajardo. Ph: (787) 863-2821; (787) 863-1646
Parguera Fishing Charters
Spend a half day or full day with Captain Mickey Amador, who welcomes beginners and experts alike. Look for blue marlin or tuna in deep water, or stay near the reefs for grouper, snapper and mackerel. Route 324, La Parguera. Ph: (787) 382-4648
Club Deportivo Del Oeste
This marina is one of the springboards for ocean adventures on the west coast. Route 102, Barrio Joyuda, Cabo Rojo. Ph: (787) 851-8880
Club NÁUTICO de San Juan
Many of the deep-sea fishing charters leave from this marina just minutes away from Old San Juan and the Condado. Stop 91/2, Fernández Juncos Avenue, Miramar. Ph: (787) 722-0177
Puerto del Rey Marina
From one of the newest marinas in Puerto Rico, you can catch a catamaran, suit up for scuba diving or hook up with a fishing charter. There are also restaurants and boating supply stores. Route 3, km. 51.4, about an hour from San Juan, Fajardo. Ph: (787) 860-1000
Villa Marina
Rent a boat or join a snorkeling expedition at this popular marina. Route 987, km. 1.3, about an hour from San Juan. Fajardo. Ph: (787) 728-2450
GOLF
Bahia Beach Plantation
An 18-hole course featuring 75 acres of man-made lakes and huge greens along the beach. Open daily 7 a.m.-dusk. About 40 minutes east of San Juan between Río Grande and Loíza on Route 187, km. 4.2. Ph: (787) 256-5600
Berwind Country Club
This 18-hole championship course in Río Grande is set in a palm grove. Open to the public Mon.-Tues., Thurs.-Fri. 7 a.m.-5 p.m., Wed. before 11 a.m. Members only Wednesday afternoons, weekends and holidays. Route 187, km. 4.7, about 40 minutes east of San Juan. Río Grande. Ph: (787) 876-5380
Coamo Springs
Designed by Ferdinand Garbin, this course is nestled in the hills of Coamo and is known for its rugged beauty. Opens daily at 7:20 a.m. Located in the southern region of the island, northeast of Ponce off Route 150, Coamo. Ph: (787) 825-1370
Dorado Del Mar
Members and non-members are welcome at this 18-hole Chi Chi Rodríguez signature course. Urbanization Dorado del Mar, Dorado. Ph: (787) 796-3065
Hyatt Dorado Beach
This hotel sports two 18-hole championship courses, both designed by Robert Trent Jones. The West Course has tree-lined fairways with plenty of water and bunkers, and the recently renovated East Course is long and can be windy with contoured greens. Open daily to hotel guests and non-guests 7 a.m.-5:30 p.m. An hour's drive west of San Juan, Dorado. Ph: (787) 796-1234, Ext. 3713
Hyatt Regency Cerromar
Two Robert Trent Jones designed18-hole championship courses here have been ranked among the best in the Caribbean. Both the North Course and the recently renovated South Course are long and well-bunkered. Open daily to hotel guests and non-guests 7 a.m.-5:30 p.m. An hour's drive from San Juan, Dorado. Ph: (787) 796-1224, Ext. 3210
Palmas del Mar
This resort features The Palm, an 18-hole course designed by Gary Player and the new 18-hole Flamboyán designed by Rees Jones. Open daily to resort guests and non-guests 7 a.m.-5 p.m. Route 906, km 86.4, on the east coast, about 50 minutes from San Juan. Humacao. Ph: (787) 285-2255
Westin Río Mar
Two championship golf courses are spread over this resort: The Ocean Course designed by Tom and George Fazio and the Greg Norman-designed River Course. Open daily to guests and non-guests 6:30 a.m.-7 p.m. About 45 minutes east of San Juan. Río Grande. Ph: (787) 888-8811
Wyndham El Conquistador
On the east coast in Fajardo, this course features a par-72, 18-hole course designed by Arthur Hills. Open daily 7 a.m.-dusk to hotel guests and non-guests. Non-guests should reserve early, especially during the high tourist season. 1000 Conquistador Ave., Las Croabas area, Fajardo. Ph: (787) 863-6784
HORSEBACK RIDING
Hacienda Carabalí
Mount an elegant Paso Fino horse and ride into the foothills of the El Yunque rain forest. The two-hour scenic trip includes a river swim. Route 992, about 35 minutes from San Juan, Luquillo. Ph: (787) 889-5820
Tropical Paradise Horseback Riding
Ride horses along beaches or in lush forests. Route 643, near the Hyatt resorts, Vega Baja. Ph: (787) 720-5454
Hacienda Campo Alegre
Trail rides along pristine beaches, lush green mountains, tropical forests and cliff caves Yauco. Ph: (787) 856-2609
Tropical Paradise Horseback Riding - Ph: (787) 720-5454
SNORKELING
East Wind
Swim, snorkel and beachcomb for a day. Picnic and snorkeling instruction included. Half-day and sunset sails also available. Transportation available from San Juan. Marina Puerto del Rey, Fajardo. Ph: (787) 860-3434
Fun Cat
Capt. Greg Korwek takes snorkelers and those just looking for a day in the sun to cays around Fajardo in his 51-foot catamaran. Outing includes picnic lunch, refreshments and rum drinks and floats for non-swimmers. Transportation available from San Juan. Villa Marina, Fajardo. Ph: (787) 728-6606
Get Snorkeled! with Captain Richard
Fascinating shore-based underwater nature tour for snorkelers and non-snorkelers alike. Richard Barone points out underwater wonders as well as gives snorkeling instruction. A great outing for families. Off the shore of Esperanza, Vieques. Ph: (787) 741-1980
Muff the Magic Fun Boat
Jack LaRocque takes guests to snorkeling spots around Culebra and its offshore cays in a funky, thatched-roof boat. Snorkeling gear rentals available. Look for him in Posada La Hamaca guest house in Dewey or next door at Mamacitas restaurant. Culebra. Ph: (787) 397-7494
Spread Eagle II
Snorkel, Picnic Sail. Snorkel one of the small off shore islands of Fajardo and enjoy white sand beaches, tropical fish and living reef. Includes an all-you-can-eat premium sandwich buffet lunch plus snacks, soda, Piña Coladas and rum punch. Use of all equipment and instruction included. Each passenger gets a brand new snorkel to use and keep. Great for swimmers and non-swimmers. Sailing Catamaran is fully licensed. Transportation is available from San Juan hotels. Villa Marina, Fajardo. Ph: (888) 523-4511
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