Puerto Rico’s Vieques Island: Watersports, Wildlife & Warm Weather with Glen
Your TourHero
Hey hey! My name’s Glen and I love traveling! I've been to a little over 45 countries. I'm pretty easy-going and I love exploring new places! I've never been to Puerto Rico before, and I'm really excited to discover it. Come travel with me! I'm super excited to share this awesome trip with you and hope you'll want to come along!
Duration
5 days · 4 nights
Travel Date
Jun 20 – 24, 2022
Activity Level
Moderate
Group Size
6 – 16
Transportation
Taxi, bicycle
Tour Price
Your Fellow Explorers
Age range
18 – 29
Travel interest
Island life, relaxing, water activities, remote locations
Your Local Guide
Oh La La Travel Agency is based in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Approved by the Puerto Rico Ministry of Tourism and IATAN accredited, Oh La La aims to guarantee reliability and peace of mind to travelers who are looking to experience the magic of Puerto Rico. Their team of friendly and passionate guides is equipped with the best destination knowledge, training, and experience needed to lead incredible tours in Puerto Rico. Let them take care of the little details for you so you can concentrate on having a fun, safe, and enjoyable adventure around the Caribbean island!
Immerse yourself in tropical island splendor on idyllic Vieques, where epic nature, unforgettable beaches, and stunning turquoise waters are guaranteed to make you never want to leave! Here, it’s all about leisure and laid-back vibes — make friends over a round of drinks at a local beachfront bar, meander through the world’s brightest bioluminescent bay on a kayak, ride a bike around the island to explore its hidden nooks and crannies, and say hello to curious marine life on a wonderful snorkeling tour!
Cancellation policy
Refunds for deposits
If you cancel your trip after placing a deposit but before your card on file is charged for the full payment, you can request a full refund of your deposit up to 30 days before the tour departure.
Refunds for fully-paid trips
If you cancel your trip after making the full payment, you may change or cancel your trip up to 30 days before the tour departure for a refund.
Trip cancellation due to COVID-19
A full credit will be issued if the tour is canceled when there is full border closure due to COVID-19 travel restrictions. This credit can go towards booking a future TourHero tour. We suggest buying your own travel insurance for coverage of cancellations within 30 days of the tour commencing for reasons other than a full tour cancellation.
Your TourHero
Hey hey! My name’s Glen and I love traveling! I've been to a little over 45 countries. I'm pretty easy-going and I love exploring new places! I've never been to Puerto Rico before, and I'm really excited to discover it. Come travel with me! I'm super excited to share this awesome trip with you and hope you'll want to come along!
Duration
5 days · 4 nights
Travel Date
Jun 20 – 24, 2022
Activity Level
Moderate
Group Size
6 – 16
Transportation
Taxi, bicycle
Immerse yourself in tropical island splendor on idyllic Vieques, where epic nature, unforgettable beaches, and stunning turquoise waters are guaranteed to make you never want to leave! Here, it’s all about leisure and laid-back vibes — make friends over a round of drinks at a local beachfront bar, meander through the world’s brightest bioluminescent bay on a kayak, ride a bike around the island to explore its hidden nooks and crannies, and say hello to curious marine life on a wonderful snorkeling tour!
Timeline
- Day 1 · Vieques
- Arrive at Antonio Rivera Rodriguez Airport
- ~ 15 mins taxi
- Check-in at Lazy Hostel & Guesthouse (or similar according to availability)
- Welcome beer at Lazy Jack’s
- Dinner (not included in price)
- Day 2 · Vieques
- Breakfast
- Free time
- Lunch (not included in price)
- Bahia Mosquito BioBay kayaking tour
- Dinner (not included in price)
- Day 3 · Vieques
- Breakfast
- Full-day bicycle island tour (self-explore)
- Lunch and dinner (not included in price)
- Day 4 · Vieques
- Breakfast
- Snorkeling tour
- Lunch and dinner (not included in price)
- Day 5 · Vieques
- Breakfast and check out of accommodation
- ~ 15 mins taxi
- Departure
Details
Day 1
Arrive on the stunning island of Vieques and enjoy a round of drinks at a local bar!
¡Bienvenidos a Puerto Rico! We are so glad to have you with us on the stunning island of Vieques, where the scenery is breathtaking and the atmosphere brings to life the laid-back tropical getaway of your dreams. Vieques is located just six miles off the east coast of the Puerto Rico mainland and is home to wild horses, gloriously secluded beaches, the pristine Vieques National Wildlife Refuge, and the world’s brightest bioluminescent bay. Once you arrive, catch a taxi to your accommodation, located in the vibrant Esperanza neighborhood. After checking in, head over to Lazy Jack’s, the island’s go-to sports bar and live music venue! Depending on what day it is, you can play at an open jam session, grab a bite to eat, or dance the night away during the Saturday night dance party. Tonight, enjoy a welcome beer as you celebrate the start of your epic Vieques break with your friends!
Day 2
Embark on a kayaking tour at Bahia Mosquito, one of the world’s brightest bioluminescent bays
After an energizing breakfast, you’ll have some free time to spend as you please this morning. Explore the island at your leisure, do a few island activities, or spend a few hours relaxing by the beach to work on your tan — you decide! Then, at around 5 pm, we’ll walk down to the water and hop into our tandem clear-bottom kayaks to depart for the Bahia Mosquito BioBay. This adventurous group tour takes us through a mangrove forest with protected fauna. The waters here are filled with microscopic, single-celled organisms (dinoflagellates) that produce a “glow-in-the-dark” effect when stimulated by movement. When you paddle or splash the water, these organisms light up brilliantly in spectacular shades of neon blue-green. Vieques locals claim that this magnificent bay has the highest concentration of phosphorescent dinoflagellates, not only in Puerto Rico, but in the world!
Day 3
Ride around Vieques on bicycles for the most epic self-explore tour of the island
Good morning! After a hearty breakfast, pick up your rental bike — you’re off on a cycling adventure around Vieques! We’ll arm you with a map and some great tips on the best bike trails so you can go almost anywhere you wish! This is an adventurous yet relaxing way to explore the island’s untouched natural landscapes and ecosystems. There are so many wonderful trails that bring you to remote spots that taxis and cars cannot get to. On the northwest side, explore multiple single-track horse trails, abandoned military bunkers, historical sugar plantation ruins, the Ceiba tree, and the Kiani Lagoon. On the south side, discover the Eastern National Wildlife Refuge, an excellent way to see all the beaches in that area. The terrain is half-paved, half-gravel, and mostly flat with rolling hills. After exploring the beaches, ride to Esperanza to catch the sunset, or continue west to collect a souvenir of magnetic sand from Black Sand Beach. Note: Bike rental includes a helmet, a lock, and a trail repair kit. This is a self-explore tour — you will have the bike for 48 hours.
Day 4
Have a splashing good time on a snorkeling tour
After an enjoyable breakfast, walk or ride to the departure point for our snorkeling tour. At 10 am, we’ll start off along the shores of the gorgeous La Chiva in our kayaks and take a 10-minute paddle to a nearby island. Once there, we’ll anchor our kayaks and explore the marine life in the clear waters that surround the coral reefs. Our experienced guides will teach you all about the marine ecosystem here and point out all the unique fish and corals that you’ll see! Many sea turtles and rays can be spotted on this tour — keep an eye out! Note: You will be provided with a mask, snorkel, fins, and life vest. At the end of the day, drop off your rental bike.
Day 5
Time to bid farewell to Vieques
How time flies! We hope you’ve enjoyed your time on the spectacular island of Vieques. After checking out of your accommodation, make your own way to the airport in time to catch your flight home. Until next time — we hope to see you again soon!
Accommodation
Lazy Hostel & Guesthouse (or similar according to availability)
Lazy Hostel & Guesthouse is located in the vibrant Esperanza neighborhood, close to some of Vieque’s best beaches. Created out of shipping containers, the two dorms (one of which is female-only) are well-equipped, comfortable, and offer amenities that include privacy curtains for each bunk bed, power strips, night lights, air-conditioning, lockers, and shared bathrooms. An outdoor kitchen makes cooking easy. The hostel’s restaurant-bar (Lazy Jack’s) is located adjacent. Wi-Fi is available in common areas. Room type: Multiple occupancy.
Included
- 4 nights in Lazy Hostel & Guesthouse (or similar)
- Shared occupancy in accommodation
- All breakfasts
- Welcome beer at Lazy Jack’s
- Bahia Mosquito BioBay kayaking tour
- Bike hire
- Snorkeling tour
- All other activities as described in the itinerary
- 24/7 guest support
Not included
- Flights
- Airport transfers
- All food not mentioned in inclusions
- Gratuities
Cancellation policy
Refunds for deposits
If you cancel your trip after placing a deposit but before your card on file is charged for the full payment, you can request a full refund of your deposit up to 30 days before the tour departure.
Refunds for fully-paid trips
If you cancel your trip after making the full payment, you may change or cancel your trip up to 30 days before the tour departure for a refund.
Trip cancellation due to COVID-19
A full credit will be issued if the tour is canceled when there is full border closure due to COVID-19 travel restrictions. This credit can go towards booking a future TourHero tour. We suggest buying your own travel insurance for coverage of cancellations within 30 days of the tour commencing for reasons other than a full tour cancellation.
- Oh La La Travel Agency - Oh La La Travel Agency
- ¡Bienvenidos a Puerto Rico! We are so glad to have you with us on the stunning island of Vieques! - Unsplash: Ethan Jameson
- Here, the scenery is breathtaking and the atmosphere brings to life the laid-back tropical getaway of your dreams. - Vieques
- Located just six miles off the east coast of the Puerto Rico mainland, Vieques is home to wild horses, gloriously secluded beaches, the pristine Vieques National Wildlife Refuge, and the world’s brightest bioluminescent bay. - Vieques
- Head over to Lazy Jack’s, the island’s go-to sports bar and live music venue. Enjoy a welcome beer as you celebrate the start of your epic Vieques break with your friends! - Unsplash: Gonzalo Remy
- The waters here are filled with microscopic, single-celled organisms (dinoflagellates) that produce a “glow-in-the-dark” effect when stimulated by movement. - Discover Puerto Rico
- Pick up your rental bike — you’re off on a cycling adventure around Vieques! We’ll arm you with a map and some great tips on the best bike trails so you can go almost anywhere you wish. - Unsplash: Artem Beliaikin
- This is certainly an adventurous yet relaxing way to explore the island’s untouched natural landscapes and ecosystems. There are so many wonderful trails that bring you to remote spots that taxis and cars cannot get to. - Unsplash: Babilnath Pg
- After exploring the beaches, ride to Esperanza and watch the sunset, or continue west to collect a souvenir of magnetic sand from Black Sand Beach. - Vieques Insider
- Lazy Hostel & Guesthouse - Lazy Hostel & Guesthouse
- Lazy Hostel & Guesthouse - Lazy Hostel & Guesthouse
- Lazy Hostel & Guesthouse - Lazy Hostel & Guesthouse
- Lazy Hostel & Guesthouse - Lazy Hostel & Guesthouse
- Lazy Hostel & Guesthouse - Lazy Hostel & Guesthouse
- On our snorkeling tour, we’ll start off along the shores of the gorgeous La Chiva in our kayaks and take a 10-minute paddle to a nearby island. - Unsplash: Hoodh Ahmed
- It's time to get snorkeling! Explore exotic marine life in the clear waters that surround the coral reefs! - Pexels: 7inchs
- Discover all the fantastic creatures that call the waters of Puerto Rico home! - Pexels: Daniel