To know a Place like the back Of your hand you must explore it during the day and also at night. Some things usually regarded as daytime activities—like going snorkeling or visiting the zoo— can be done at night to enjoy a different experience.
By Andrea Moya Muñoz
Beautiful Sunsets
Reward yourself with a unique opportunity: approaching the sunset. Bring in the evening by touring the tranquil waters while watching the coast. Many of the tours include drinks, food, and live music in their fare.
Fajardo
• Catamaran Salty Dog, 787-717-6378
• Erin Go Bragh Chartes, 787-860-4401
• Sailing Sun Charters, 787-307-1690
• Spread Eagle II, 787-887-8821
• Traveler Catamaran, 787-863-2821
Rincón
• Katarina Sail Charters, 787-823-7245
• Taíno Divers, Rincón, 787-823-6429
San Juan
• Encantos Eco Tours, 787-272-0005
• Sail San Juan Bay, 787-667-7778
• San Juan Water Tours, 787-624-6295
San Juan y Fajardo
• East Island Excursions, 787-860-3434
Vieques
• El Viequense Sea Tour, 787-741-4054
• Vieques Island PowerCat, 787-980-9978
On the Water
How about taking a family photo on a nighttime tour while standing on lit paddleboards? A must! If you prefer, you can take the tour on a kayak.
Arecibo
• IMS Sup, 787-324-1144
Humacao
• WaterSports & Ecotours, 787-852-6058/787-209-5020
A Night Dive
If you are a diver and want a different kind of experience, sign up for a nighttime dive.
Aguadilla
• Aquatica Dive & Surf, 787-890-6071
Carolina
• Ocean Sports, 787-268-2329
Culebra
• Culebra Divers, 787-742-0803
Fajardo
• Casa del Mar Dive Center, 787-860-3483
• Unlimited Divers, 787-645-4381
• Sea Ventures, 800-739-3483
Guánica
• Island Scuba, 787-821-4373
Lajas
• Papayo Divers Inc., 787-951-3014
Rincón
• Rincon Diving & Snorkeling, 787-506-3483
• Scuba Dogs, 787-783-6377
Vieques
• El Viequense Sea Tour, 787-741-4054/787-925-2101
On the Water
How about taking a family photo on a nighttime tour while standing on lit paddleboards? A must! If you prefer, you can take the tour on a kayak.
Arecibo
• IMS Sup, 787-324-1144
Humacao
• WaterSports & Ecotours, 787-852-6058/787-209-5020
San Juan
• Vela Uno/SUP Inc., 787-470-9099
San Juan y Gurabo
• Paddle Paradise P.R., 787-469-3397
Nocturnal Heritage
Seeing iconic places and learning more about their legends and traditions may be part of the things that the whole family can enjoy after sundown.
Ponce
• Aventu/ras Puerto Rico, 787-380-8481
San Juan
• Amador Island Tours, 787-397-1881
• Amigos Tours & Travel, 787-360-9398
• Legends of Puerto Rico, 787-605-9060
• Leisure Awakenings, 787-525-6905
• Old San Juan Heritage Walkings Tours, 787-723-3848
Bioluminescent Bays
Three of the world’s permanent and brightest bioluminescent bays: rare spectacles of nature that are easily accessible in Puerto Rico.
Fajardo
• Eco Action Tours Bio Bay Tour, 787-791-7509
• Enchanted Island Ecotours, 787-888-2887
• Island Kayaking Adventures, 787-444-0059
• Kayaking Puerto Rico, 787-435-1665
• Las Tortugas Adventures, Inc., 787-809-0253
• Pure Adventure, 787-202-6551
• Yokahú Kayak, 787-604-7375
Vieques
• Abe’s Snorkeling & Bio Bay Tours, 787-741-2134
• Bieque Eco Trips, Inc., 787-922-2701
• Black Beard Sports, 787-741-1892
• Blue Water Caribbean Adventures, 844-210-2922
• Island Adventures Biobay Electric Boat Tour, 787-741-0720
• JAK Water Sports, 787-644-7112
• Melaya’s Tours, 787-222-7055
Closer to the moon
Thanks to the tours that include zip line attractions, in Puerto Rico you can get closer to the moon and stars. You can have an experience you’ll cherish forever.
Carolina
• Ecoquest Adventures & Tours, 787-529-2496/787-447-0700
Orocovis
• Toroverde Nature Adventure Park, 787-867-6606
El Yunque in the Evening
This marvel of nature has its own splendor at dusk. Evening tours are becoming increasingly popular among both tourists and locals. Get ready to appreciate the lush vegetation at day’s end! This is also a great opportunity to admire the nighttime beauty of the trails.
Fajardo
• AdvenTours, 787-530-8311
Río Grande
• Enchanted Island Ecotours, 787-888-2887
Zoo Night
Dr. Juan A. Rivero Zoo, located in Mayagüez, offers nighttime tours (July 23) where families can observe the animals’ behaviors. They also screen children’s movies and have kid-oriented activities. Call 787-834-8110 for dates and times.
Starry Nights
The Caribbean Astronomical Society sets up observation stations at various locations in Puerto Rico. In La Pitahaya, Cabo Rojo they will have a “Night of Observation Under Dark Skies” (June 4, July 2 and August 20), where you could see the Milky Way, Mars, and Saturn. If you prefer to go to the grounds of Castillo San Felipe del Morro in Old San Juan (July 9 and August 27), you can have a night of “Urban Astronomy Observation”. You can see Mars and Saturn thanks to special equipment that will be available on a complimentary basis. For details write to sociedadastronomia@gmail.com or call the following numbers: 787-464-5629, 787-602-4224 or 787-306-1087.
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