7-Day Paradise for Ocean Lovers in Puerto Rico

East side activities

• While in San Juan, the Bacardi tour is a MUST. Enjoy your complimentary cocktail, then make two more with a shot of their exclusive rum that you can only get on property

• Take a day trip to Culebra to visit Flamenco Beach, one of the world’s most famous beaches, and enjoy snorkeling in 30-foot deep water. Perfect for light free diving.

• Spend time hiking and adventuring through El Yunque Rainforest. There are a plethora of activities to book.

• Explore Vieques by meeting locals and beach hopping. Rent a car or golf cart to visit the beaches you choose and connect with local guides for the best chance to spot sea turtles, eagle rays, reef sharks, and other wildlife.

• Take a day to do some self-exploration trying food and local beaches on the east side of Puerto Rico.

West side activities

• Wake up early and grab your favorite spot on the beach at Crash Boat Beach in northern Aguadilla (it can get packed!) The water here is so calm and clear. Get connected with a local business to do scuba diving and explore underwater sealife along with the boat wreckage. Walk on the pier and jump into the deep vibrant water to do some free diving.

• Surfs up! Spend a morning (or the day) in Rincon, where you can learn to catch some waves with experts to teach you. In the same day, you can do your own snorkeling and swim with schools of fish. Walk to the town of Rincon and do some self-exploration and local shopping.

• Take a quick drive to Arecibo and enjoy the rich beaches with beautiful rock formations and high-quality, authentic food and the best piña coladas you can find outside the typical tourist locations. Arecibo is still rebuilding from Hurricane Maria, but this doesn’t take away from the rich food and culture you will find.

• Mona in Aguadilla. A great spot for brunch/lunch right before going to Crash Boat. Rich quality in food and staff.

• Islote Beach Restaurant in Arecibo: This is a must-stop spot and this must be your order:

  • Appetizer: Mini Alcapurrias or just get the sample platter

  • Main dish: La Lomita de Campo

  • Piña Colada (original) followed by the Parcha Colada

  • Dessert: Broche de Oro (three mini flan cakes)

• By Cheff’s Restaurant in Isabela: Known for the biggest bowl of Mofongo you can find!

• La Estacion in Fajardo: Beautiful setting with Puerto Rican fusion and barbeque.

• Don Pepe near El Yunque: Hearty food and beautiful scenery, with classic Mofongo.

• The Beach house in Rincon: Amazing ocean views with lively ambiance and delicious food.

• Barrachina in San Juan: Swing by the birthplace of the Piña Colada complimented with delicious food in a popular area to walk around.

• 1919 in Condado: Fine dining with the use of local ingredients—call before going for a reservation.