10 Best Places to Snorkel in Puerto Rico

From the urban charm of ancient San Juan to the natural beauty of islands like Cayo Icacos or Culebra, there is a wide range of options. You can snorkel among exquisite corals, majestic sea turtles, and the "lost" glories of an underwater "Atlantis".

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Isla Verde

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Playa El Escambrón

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Steps Beach, Rincon

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Crash Boat Beach, Aguadilla

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La Parguera, Lajas

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Cayo Icacos

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Vieques

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White sand beach of Playa Flamenco, Culebra

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Tamarindo Beach, Culebra

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Seven Seas Beach, Fajardo

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