Culebra Day Trip with Ferry & Transfers from San Juan

Make Culebra a self-guided island day, with round-trip transportation from San Juan and public ferry tickets arranged for you. Once on the island, spend the day on your own schedule at the beach, snorkeling, or exploring town.

• Explore Culebra independently, choosing your own beach, snorkeling, and town stops
• Ride the public ferry to and from Culebra with tickets included
• Travel between San Juan and the ferry terminal by round-trip transfer

Itinerary

1. BOOK TOURS & EXPERIENCES

Once your main booking is completed, you’ll receive a personalized link to reserve your tours, activities, and transportation options in advance—ensuring your entire itinerary is ready before you arrive in Culebra.

Our dedicated agents will guide and assist you throughout the planning process, making everything easy and stress-free.

2. HOTEL PICK-UP & DEPARTURE FROM SAN JUAN

Shuttle Pick-Up Locations & Times

To provide a smooth and efficient experience for all guests, we offer shuttle pick-up only at the locations below. This allows us to minimize unnecessary stops and keep all tours on schedule.

Monday – Friday

Hyatt Place San Juan — 6:45 AM Fairmont El San Juan Hotel — 6:45 AM Ralph's Food Warehouse – Río Grande — 7:10 AM Fairfield by Marriott Luquillo Beach — 7:20 AM Ralph's Food Warehouse – Fajardo — 7:40 AM

Saturday & Sunday

Hyatt Place San Juan — 6:00 AM Fairmont El San Juan Hotel — 6:00 AM Ralph's Food Warehouse – Río Grande — 6:20 AM Fairfield by Marriott Luquillo Beach — 6:30 AM Ralph's Food Warehouse – Fajardo — 6:40 AM

Important:

Please wait outside at the main entrance of your selected pick-up location. Do not wait inside the lobby.

Your driver's contact information will be shared by text one day before your tour.

3. FERRY RIDE TO CULEBRA ISLAND​

Enjoy a scenic ferry ride to Culebra—approximately 60 minutes, depending on sea conditions. ​ Monday-Friday:

Departure: 9:00 am (Check-in at 8:00 am)

Return: 5:30 pm (Check-in at 5;00 pm)

Saturdays & Sundays:

Departure: 8:00 am (Check-in at 7:00 am)

Return: 4:00 pm (Check-in at 3;30 pm)

​​ 4. EXPERIENCE CULEBRA PARADISE​​

Spend the day exploring Culebra at your own pace and discover why it’s one of the Caribbean’s most breathtaking destinations.

Top Recommendations:

• Flamenco Beach – World-famous turquoise waters & white sand

• Culebrita (Tortuga Beach) – Stunning, boat-access-only paradise. Book a Water Taxi Tour

• Tamarindo Beach – Best spot for sea turtles

• Melones Beach – Calm, peaceful snorkeling haven

• Zoni Beach – Secluded escape (Jeep-accessible only)

• Stroll through Culebra’s small town, local shops, and restaurants ​ 5. FERRY RIDE BACK TO CEIBA

After a full day enjoying Culebra, relax on the ferry ride back to Ceiba. Return travel time is approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes, with arrival scheduled for 7:00 PM.

6. TRANSFER BACK TO SAN JUAN

Enjoy a VIP, stress-free transfer back to San Juan—no long lines, no hassle.

The return drive takes approximately 1 hour and 10 minutes.

What's Included

• Public ferry tickets
• Round-trip transportation from San Juan

Important details

• Ages 2+ only
• Bring a valid ID; a passport is optional
• Arrive at your selected pickup point 10 minutes before scheduled pickup; the driver waits up to 5 minutes
• Travel is on a public ferry operated by the Puerto Rico Maritime Transportation Authority; schedules and delays are outside the operator's control
• Pregnancy: participation is not permitted
• Not recommended for epilepsy, heart conditions, dizziness, or recent surgery