Explore With Confidence
Monday - Friday
With Ferry Tickets
$105 (Ages 2+)
Duration: 8-hours
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Round-Trip Ferry Tickets – Ceiba ↔ Culebra
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Round-Trip Water Taxi – Culebrita Island
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4 Hours at Culebrita – Tortuga Beach
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Beach Chairs & Umbrellas – Culebrita Only
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Snorkeling Equipment – Culebrita Only
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Bottled Water – Culebrita Only
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Explore Culebra Small Town
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All Ground Transfers in Culebra
Important Note: This afternoon tour focuses exclusively on Culebrita Island and Tortuga Beach. Flamenco Beach is not included in this experience. Optional free time in Culebra Town may be available, depending on the day's schedule.
NOTE: Our Culebra Full-Day Tour sell out quickly!
Reserve today and avoid missing out.
Highlights
Discover a Secluded Caribbean Paradise
Escape the crowds and experience Culebrita Island, a breathtaking tropical destination known for its untouched beauty, pristine white sands, and crystal-clear turquoise waters.
Explore Culebrita's Natural Wonders
Discover the island's historic 1886 lighthouse, scenic coastal trails, and natural tidal pools (Las Pozas) at your own pace. Exploration is optional, self-guided, and subject to safe conditions.
Relax with Beach Amenities Included
Make the most of your island escape with beach chairs, umbrellas, snorkeling equipment, and bottled water provided at Culebrita Island.
Enjoy a Hassle-Free Island Adventure
Experience Culebrita with round-trip ferry tickets, shared water taxi transportation, and scheduled ground transfers in Culebra** included. You may also have an opportunity to explore Culebra Town before returning, time permitting.
More Tour Details
Monday-Friday Only:
Ferry check-in: 11:30 am
The ferry departs at 12:30 pm
The ferry returns at 7:30 pm
This Day Trip Tour Requires a minimum of 6 guests.
PLEASE NOTE:
This afternoon tour focuses exclusively on Culebrita Island and Tortuga Beach. Flamenco Beach is not included in this experience. Optional free time in Culebra Town may be available, depending on the day's schedule.
About the Experience
Discover the breathtaking beauty of Culebrita Island on an unforgettable afternoon adventure featuring pristine white-sand beaches, crystal-clear turquoise waters, and spectacular natural attractions.
Begin with a scenic ferry ride from Ceiba to Culebra, followed by a 15–20-minute shared water taxi ride to Culebrita Island.
Spend approximately 4 hours at Tortuga Beach, swimming, snorkeling, relaxing, or exploring the historic Culebrita Lighthouse and natural tidal pools at your own pace.
After returning to Culebra, you may have the opportunity to explore Culebra Town (Dewey), where you can visit local restaurants, shops, or bars before your return ferry, time permitting.
With round-trip ferry tickets, shared water taxi transportation, scheduled ground transfers in Culebra, and beach amenities at Culebrita included, everything is arranged for a memorable island escape.
Itinerary
1. Ferry Ride to Culebra Island
Your adventure begins at the Ceiba Ferry Terminal, where you'll meet our tour guide before boarding the ferry to Culebra Island.
Enjoy a scenic ferry ride of approximately 60 minutes, depending on sea conditions and ferry operations.
Monday – Friday Only
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Check-in: 11:30 AM
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Ferry Departure: 12:30 PM
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If Driving, Arrive By: 11:15 AM
2. Culebrita Island – Tortuga Beach
Upon arrival in Culebra, enjoy included ground transportation to the water taxi dock. Board a shared water taxi for a scenic 15–20-minute ride to Culebrita Island.
Spend approximately 4 hours discovering this secluded tropical paradise.
Tortuga Beach – A Tropical Paradise
Relax on pristine white sands, swim in crystal-clear turquoise waters, or enjoy snorkeling at your own pace.
Included at Culebrita Island:
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Beach Chairs & Umbrellas
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Snorkeling Equipment – Self-Guided
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Bottled Water
Historic Culebrita Lighthouse
Explore the scenic trails toward the historic Culebrita Lighthouse, built in 1886, and enjoy breathtaking coastal views.
Please Note: The lighthouse is closed to entry.
Natural Pools (Las Pozas)
Discover beautiful natural tidal pools surrounded by coastal rock formations.
Access depends on weather, ocean conditions, and trail accessibility.
Lighthouse and natural pool exploration is optional, self-guided, and subject to safe conditions.
3. Optional Free Time in Culebra Town
After your Culebrita adventure, return by shared water taxi to Culebra Island.
Depending on the day's schedule, you may have an opportunity to explore Culebra Town (Dewey) before your return ferry.
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Local Restaurants: Enjoy a meal or authentic Puerto Rican cuisine.
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Bars & Refreshments: Relax with a refreshing drink.
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Local Shops: Browse shops and explore the charming streets.
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Island Atmosphere: Experience Culebra's laid-back Caribbean lifestyle.
Important: Free time in Culebra Town depends on ferry schedules, transportation logistics, and operational conditions. Town exploration and its duration are not guaranteed.
Meals, beverages, and personal purchases are not included.
4. Return Ferry to Ceiba
Following your Culebrita Island experience and any available free time in town, return to the Culebra Ferry Terminal for your scheduled ferry back to Ceiba.
Monday – Friday
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Return Ferry Check-in: 7:00 PM
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Return Ferry Departure: 7:30 PM
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Estimated Arrival in Ceiba: 9:00 PM
Ferry schedules, crossing times, and island transportation are subject to weather, marine conditions, and operational changes.
Planning & Restrictions
Meeting Point & Arrival Instructions
Location: Ceiba Ferry Terminal, Ceiba, Puerto Rico
Meet your tour guide at the seating/waiting area in front of the Ticket Center.
Check-in & Departure:
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Tour Check-in: 11:30 AM
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Ferry Departure: 12:30 PM
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If Driving, Arrive By: 11:15 AM
Please arrive 1 hour before ferry departure for check-in.
If driving, arrive 1 hour and 15 minutes before departure to allow additional time for parking and the terminal shuttle.
Important – Ferry Dress Code
Visible bikini tops, bathing suits, swimwear alone, and transparent cover-ups are not permitted aboard the ferry.
All passengers must wear appropriate shirts or tops covering swimwear and shorts or pants when boarding both outbound and return ferries.
Ferry security personnel may deny boarding to passengers who do not comply with the dress code.
WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED
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Food and beverages (except bottled water at Culebrita)
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Flamenco Beach entrance fee ($2 per person)
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Gratuities
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Personal expenses
WHAT TO BRING
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One comfortable bag or backpack
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Swimwear
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Towel
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Sun Protection (i.e. biodegradable sunblock, hat, sunglasses, long sleeve shirt, rashguard, etc.)
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Set of dry clothes
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Snacks & drinks, alcoholic beverages allowed. (NO GLASS)
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Your medicines, if you have a particular condition only
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Cash for restaurants, souvenirs, tips, etc.
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Camera (waterproof or protected)
MINIMUM PARTICIPATION RESTRICTIONS
Age: 2+
This Ferry Culebra Day Trip requires a minimum of 6 guests.
We will call you to discuss your options if the minimum is not met.
HEALTH & AGE RESTRICTIONS
Not recommended guests with:
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Pregnant women cannot participate.
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Epilepsy
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Heart conditions
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Dizziness
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Recent surgery.
FERRY & SCHEDULE NOTICE
Please note that we do not provide private maritime transportation to Culebra. The ferry tickets included in our Culebra Ferry Package are for the public ferry service operated by the Puerto Rico Maritime Transportation Authority (PRMTA). We are not affiliated with PRMTA and therefore cannot influence or control their schedules, operations, or potential delays.
If we receive ferry tickets with a later departure time than expected, you will be notified in advance when possible and/or upon arrival at the terminal. In such cases, your group may choose to:
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Proceed with the excursion at the later departure time
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Reschedule for another date
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Switch to a different excursion
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Cancel and receive a full refund
To avoid missing the ferry, it is essential to arrive at the Ceiba Ferry Terminal at the designated check-in time. Missing the ferry will prevent travel to Culebra and may impact your participation in the tour. Please note that the start time of the excursion depends on the ferry’s actual arrival time in Culebra.
I VENTURES CARIBBEAN LLC does not sell ferry tickets.
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs
Where does the tour depart from?
The tour departs from the Ceiba Ferry Terminal in Ceiba, Puerto Rico. Guests must meet our tour guide at the designated seating/waiting area in front of the Ticket Center.
What time should I arrive?
Monday – Friday:
Check-in: 11:30 AM
Ferry Departure: 12:30 AM
If driving, please arrive 1 hour and 15 minutes before ferry departure to allow additional time for parking and transportation to the terminal.
Is transportation from San Juan included?
No. Guests must arrange their own transportation to and from the Ceiba Ferry Terminal. All scheduled ground transportation within Culebra Island is included.
Where can I park my vehicle?
Parking facilities are available near the Ceiba Ferry Terminal. Allow at least 10–15 minutes or longer for parking and transferring to the terminal. Parking fees are not included.
What is included in the tour?
Your experience includes:
Round-trip ferry tickets (Ceiba–Culebra)
Round-trip shared water taxi to Culebrita Island
4 hours at Culebrita Island
Beach chairs, umbrellas, and snorkeling equipment (Culebrita only)
All scheduled ground transportation in Culebra
Is the boat to Culebrita private?
No. The water taxi is a shared boat service, not a private charter. The boat ride from Culebra to Culebrita takes approximately 15–20 minutes, depending on sea conditions.
Can we visit the Culebrita Lighthouse and natural pools?
Yes! During your time at Culebrita, you may explore the historic lighthouse area and natural tidal pools independently.
These activities are optional and self-guided, and accessibility depends on trail conditions, weather, ocean conditions, and available time. The lighthouse is not open for entry.
Is snorkeling included?
Snorkeling equipment is included at Culebrita Island only. Snorkeling is optional and self-guided; no snorkeling instructor or guided snorkeling tour is provided.
Are food and drinks included?
No. Meals, snacks, and beverages are not included. Flamenco Beach has local food vendors and bars where guests may purchase refreshments, subject to availability.
We recommend bringing drinking water and snacks for your time at Culebrita Island.
Are there bathrooms and showers?
Culebrita Island is an undeveloped destination with no regular public restroom or shower facilities.
Is there a ferry dress code?
Yes. Visible bikini tops, bathing suits, and transparent beach cover-ups are not permitted when boarding the ferry.
All passengers must wear appropriate shirts or tops and shorts or pants. Towels wrapped around the body are not considered acceptable clothing.
Ferry security may deny boarding to passengers who do not comply with the dress code.
What happens if it rains?
The tour operates rain or shine, provided marine conditions allow safe transportation and activities.
Rain alone is not grounds for cancellation. Ferry or water taxi services may be modified or canceled due to unsafe sea conditions or operational restrictions.
15. What happens if the ferry or water taxi is canceled?
Ferry and water taxi operations depend on weather, sea conditions, and transportation providers. If a service is canceled, our team will communicate available options and any applicable rescheduling or refund arrangements under the booking terms.
What happens if I arrive late?
Guests must arrive at their designated check-in time. Late arrivals, missed ferry departures, or failure to follow meeting instructions may result in forfeiture of the reservation without a refund.
What time does the tour return to Ceiba?
Monday – Friday:
Ferry departs Culebra: 7:30 PM
Estimated arrival in Ceiba: 8:45 PM
Return times are approximate and subject to ferry operations.
Is this tour suitable for everyone?
The beach portions are generally suitable for guests comfortable with boat transportation, beach conditions, and boarding shared vessels.
Exploring the lighthouse trails and natural pools requires additional walking over uneven or rocky terrain and may not be suitable for guests with limited mobility.
How will I contact my tour guide?
Your tour guide's name and contact information will be sent by text message one day before your scheduled tour.
Your guide will meet you at the designated waiting area in front of the Ceiba Ferry Terminal Ticket Center.