Water Sports
& Deep Sea Fishing in Rincón, Puerto Rico
Rincon is all about water sports and deep sea
fishing! With over 8 miles
of beaches along our Atlantic and Caribbean coastline - you're never more than a
few minutes from your favorite water sport or the marina.
Swimming is popular all year round on our Caribbean
Coast and the public beach which is located in 'downtown' Rincon Pueblo.
During the surfing months of November - March the beaches along The Sunset Coast
can be a little rough for swimming on some days when the surf is up... but in
the rest of the year its great for swimming and snorkeling. Puntas - The
Fun Coast is a great mix of surfing, swimming and lots of beach activity all
year long!
To help you plan your trip to Rincón,
we've organized our accommodations, restaurants and other listings
by their location within the town of Rincón. You'll want to explore
all of Rincon, but this list will help you plan your visit based on
the area that best suits your personality and needs.
Rincon Vacations - Full-Service Activity Booking & Vacation Packages in Rincon, Puerto Rico
Welcome to Rincon Vacations! We provide one-stop, full-service, activity and vacation bookings in Rincon, Puerto Rico.
At Rincon Vacations you'll find access to all the activities that Western Puerto Rico has to offer, from scuba diving to horseback riding, caving to surf lessons or exploring the phosphorescent bay.
The activities in Puerto Rico are endless and often finding the best deal with the most reliable provider can be a challenge.
At Rincon Vacations, we've done all the work for you, so all you have to do is sit back and relax!
Surf Shops & Surfing Lessons:
Rincon has been known for the best surfing in the Caribbean for years. The
surfing season only runs from November to March - so you'll want to make sure
and visit when the surf's
up. Surfing breaks are located off the beaches of Puntas - The Fun Coast,
the point where the Atlantic meets the Caribbean and our Sunset Coast. This is
the time of year when you'll watch world-class surfers challenge some of the
most amazing waves you'll ever see. In the summer months, the surf calms
down but you'll still find some smaller surfing waves depending on weather and
ocean conditions.
Even if you don't want to 'hang ten' with
the experienced surfers, you'll want to enjoy the action from the beach or
at the Lighthouse Park. You'll
quickly see why experienced surfers call Puerto Rico 'The Maui of the
Caribbean'.
If you want to learn how to surf - don't
be intimidated by the huge waves at Domes, Marias or Tres Palmas. There are lots
of places where the waves are just right for beginners and intermediate surfers.
If you already know how to ride the waves - you can rent surfboards and body
board from the surf shops listed below.
The 1968 World Surfing Championship and
2007 ISA World Masters Surfing Championship were held in Rincon and there are
events sponsored by the Puerto Rico Surfing Association every winter. Check
www.apspr.net or
www.rincon-hangout.com for event schedules and information.
Boarding House Surf School & Beach Rentals - Lots of fun guaranteed at Antonio's Beach
- Classes for everyone from the most basic to advanced skill levels.
- Beginners will learn basic techniques and have a great foundation and
knowledge to continue and practice their skills anywhere they travel.
- Intermediate to advanced level clients will be able to work on technique,
improving form and developing their own personal style while accompanied
by experienced Instructors.
- Instructors are registered lifeguards and CPR trained.
We offer high
quality photo prints of everything ranging from sports
photography to scenic portraits. Custom shoots are available
upon request.
The
photo intrigue began when international travel opportunities
were presented early in life Seeing all of the cultural
diversities only reinforced a lifelong pursuit of trying to
capture those images. All done with a sense of non-conformity to
the norm.
Certified as,
"artesania puertorriquena" for custom frame making utilizing
natural materials from land & sea.
West Coast Surf Shop is the leader
in Puerto Rico on surfing equipment and rentals, we carry
Long boards, short boards, body boards and snorkeling sets. Our
rate's are the best deal, we also have group and week or more
specials. We also take reservations, this way you can plan your
trip and don't miss the surf.
Because we know what it takes to
learn how to surf, and people needs are different, the west cast
crew introduces the perfect surfing program for surfers from all
levels.
West Coast Surfing School is a
unique program with complete focus on the students needs and
goals, we take you step by step on the process and work as a
team on the details.
Snorkel & Water Sports: During the summer months,
the surf along our coast calms down and becomes a great place for snorkeling
just offshore. The Tres Palmas Marine Reserve at Steps Beach is especially good
- but you'll find great snorkeling all along
the Rincon beaches. The reefs at Tres Palmas Marine Reserve have extensive beds
of Elkhorn Coral which is a threatened species. Like any Marine Reserve,
make sure you don't touch the coral (it can be very sharp) or break coral
formations with your flippers. Taking souvenirs of the coral is prohibited by
Puerto Rico and Federal Law.
During surfing season from November to March - it is
better to check with the dive shops and arrange a
snorkel trip to some of the calmer offshore reefs or on Desecheo Island which is 12 miles offshore.
Dive Shops also have snorkel equipment for sale or
rent.
Amigo Tours & Travel
-
the best cultural &
nature tours in the western Puerto Rico!
Find your Treasure
in Villa Cofresí Hotel & Restaurant in Rincón Puerto Rico.
Hotel Villa
Cofresí is located on the gorgeous Rincón beach on the West
Coast of Puerto Rico - with pool, restaurant, bar-by-the-sea and
breathtaking views and sunsets.
Water Sports: Go Snorkeling and
Scuba Diving. Jet Skis, Kayaks and Banana Boat Rides on-site, plus
swimming and more.
Dive Shops: SCUBA
diving in Rincon is the best in Puerto Rico due to our location close to great
dive sites and Desecheo Island which is 12 miles offshore. Although it may take
longer to reach, Desecheo Island is designated as a National Reserve Park and
offers pristine diving conditions in a protected marine environment. Desecheo is
known for its coral formations, reef fish, angels, jacks and even sharks.
Rincon is also just a few miles from the
dive sites of La Parguera - an easy drive south of Rincon in Lajas, Puerto Rico.
La Parguera is famous for its wall diving which drops more than 120 feet. You'll
find large deep sea fish, folphins, mahi-mahi, tuna, blue marlin and rare black
coral.
With
average water temperatures of 80º
Fahrenheit and visibility up to 100 feet or more - Rincon has become a
world-class SCUBA diving destination.
Taino Divers
-
SCUBA Diving, Snorkeling, Sunset Cruises and a shop, in the
middle of everything!
We offer daily trips to nearby
Desecheo Island (weather
permitting), for Snorkeling, Scuba Diving and Discover Scuba
Diving. We meet at our shop at
7:30am which is located a few steps from our boat at the
Black Eagle Marina in Rincon. The
ride to the island takes about 35 minutes and we anchor at two
different sites, based on the day's conditions. The visibility is a
consistent 100 feet and the water temperature varies between 80F and
86F. All trips are lead by experienced captains and divemasters.
Included in the price are 'gourmet' sandwiches, water/soft drinks as
well as snorkeling gear. We return
about 2pm.
Deep Sea Fishing:
Deep Sea Fishing
in Rincon mean billfish! You'll find great deep sea fishing all year - although
the type of fish caught will depend on the season. In the winter months,
Yellow Fin Tuna, Wahoo, Dorado, Mahi-Mahi, While Marlin and even Sailfish run in
the deep waters of the Mona Passage. Blue Marlin arrive in the summer
months on a 'catch and release' basis. Deep Sea Fishing charters have very
limited space on each boat - so make sure you contact the charter boat prior to
your visit to Rincon!
Moon Dog Fishing Charters
-
Fishing • Diving • Whale
Watching • Desecheo Island • Mona Island
Moon Dog charters operates a deep
sea charter excursion boat for sport fishing, diving, and whale
watching. We fish for billfish such as marlin, sailfish, and
swordfish as well as dorado, tuna, wahoo, and shark in the blue
waters of the Atlantic Ocean and the Caribbean.
Island Time" - 1994 Albemarle
Express Sport Fisherman. 32 feet 2 inches length, 11 foot beam,
cruises at 25 knots, runs at 30 knots.
Newly equipped with twin 370
horsepower Yanmar diesel engines. She has a clean electric head,
AC, and a microwave and refrigerator in the galley. She is fully
rigged for fishing with Lee out riggers, two down riggers, a
Release fighting chair and Penn International reels.
Taino Divers
-
SCUBA Diving, Snorkeling, Sunset Cruises and a shop, in the
middle of everything!
We offer daily trips to nearby
Desecheo Island (weather
permitting), for Snorkeling, Scuba Diving and Discover Scuba
Diving. We meet at our shop at
7:30am which is located a few steps from our boat at the
Black Eagle Marina in Rincon. The
ride to the island takes about 35 minutes and we anchor at two
different sites, based on the day's conditions. The visibility is a
consistent 100 feet and the water temperature varies between 80F and
86F. All trips are lead by experienced captains and divemasters.
Included in the price are 'gourmet' sandwiches, water/soft drinks as
well as snorkeling gear. We return
about 2pm.
Parasailing: Even
if you don't SCUBA Dive, Snorkel, Deep-Sea Fish or SNUBA - you'll want to make
sure and experience Rincon from the water. Why not 'fly' above the waves and enjoy Rincon
from an exciting new perspective!
Day Sailing Tours and Sunset Cruises: Even
if you don't SCUBA Dive, Snorkel, Deep-Sea Fish or SNUBA - you'll want to make
sure and experience Rincon from the water. Day Sailing Tours and Sunset Cruises
are a great way to enjoy Rincon at sea!
Taino Divers
-
SCUBA Diving, Snorkeling, Sunset Cruises and a shop, in the
middle of everything!
We offer daily trips to nearby
Desecheo Island (weather
permitting), for Snorkeling, Scuba Diving and Discover Scuba
Diving. We meet at our shop at
7:30am which is located a few steps from our boat at the
Black Eagle Marina in Rincon. The
ride to the island takes about 35 minutes and we anchor at two
different sites, based on the day's conditions. The visibility is a
consistent 100 feet and the water temperature varies between 80F and
86F. All trips are lead by experienced captains and divemasters.
Included in the price are 'gourmet' sandwiches, water/soft drinks as
well as snorkeling gear. We return
about 2pm.
To help you plan your trip to Rincón,
we've organized our accommodations, restaurants and other listings
by their location within the town of Rincón. You'll want to explore
all of Rincon, but this list will help you plan your visit based on
the area that best suits your personality and needs.
The route marker shows
listings 'above the beach' on
Route #413 - Rincon's "Road to Happiness"'
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