RINCÓN SNORKEL FIELD GUIDE
Tres Palmas by Shore: A Private, Guided Snorkel in Rincón
A private, shore-entry snorkeling tour of Tres Palmas Marine Reserve with a dedicated guide — approximately three hours, with all snorkeling gear provided for your group.
Tres Palmas by Shore: A Private, Guided Snorkel in Rincón.
Beneath the swell off Rincón lies Tres Palmas Marine Reserve, a shallow shore-access reef alive with corals and fish; this private snorkeling tour pairs a dedicated guide with a small group so you can move at your own pace, learn about the local marine life, and skip the boat.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A guide just for your group
An exclusive guide is assigned to your party so the tour can be tailored to your interests — from focused species ID to a relaxed family swim — giving personalized attention throughout the outing.
Shore-entry access to Tres Palmas
Explore vibrant coral and abundant fish at Tres Palmas without boarding a boat: the reserve is accessible by shore entry, letting you spend time in the water rather than in transit.
Customizable, family-friendly adventure
The private format keeps the group small and flexible so you can take it slow, linger on favorite spots, or keep a lively pace—an approach well suited to families and friends who want shared, memorable time in the water.
What the day feels like
What the tour feels like
You meet at the dive center for gear fitting and a safety briefing, then make a short transfer to the shore-entry point at Tres Palmas. With a private guide beside you, the rhythm is flexible: a concise briefing, secure flotation and masks, then an hour or so of guided snorkeling among coral outcrops and reef fish before returning on shore.
THE GUIDE
A guide just for your group
An exclusive guide is assigned to your party so the tour can be tailored to your interests — from focused species ID to a relaxed family swim — giving personalized attention throughout the outing.
THE REEF
Shore-entry access to Tres Palmas
Explore vibrant coral and abundant fish at Tres Palmas without boarding a boat: the reserve is accessible by shore entry, letting you spend time in the water rather than in transit.
THE PACE
Customizable, family-friendly adventure
The private format keeps the group small and flexible so you can take it slow, linger on favorite spots, or keep a lively pace—an approach well suited to families and friends who want shared, memorable time in the water.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this private snorkel suits — and who it’s organized for.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
All snorkeling gear is provided: mask, snorkel, fins and a flotation device are supplied by the operator.
Bring personal items you need onshore (sun protection, towel, water) — the operator supplies the snorkeling equipment listed above.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the tour?
The private tour runs approximately three hours in total, including gear fitting, a safety briefing, and roughly an hour of in-water snorkeling.
What gear is provided?
The operator provides all snorkeling gear: mask, snorkel, fins and a flotation device, plus a briefing before entering the water.
Where do we meet?
Guests meet at the Rincon Diving & Snorkeling dive center at Road 115, Km 12.0, where check-in and gear fitting occur before a short transfer to the entry point.
Is transportation to the snorkeling site included?
Transportation to the snorkeling site is not included; guests should plan their own arrival to the dive center for the scheduled check-in time.
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund provide at least 24 hours’ notice; cancellations within 24 hours of the tour are not eligible for a refund, and no-shows are not refunded. All cancellations must be made by calling the dive center directly at 787-506-3483.
What if weather affects the tour?
The operator may cancel or reroute tours up to the last minute for safety or weather; they will attempt to reschedule, agree on an alternate accessible destination, or issue a full refund if necessary.