Question 1

• What does the Janise Sailing charters include?

Accepted Answer

- 5-Hour Day Charter includes assorted snacks and barbecue lunch consisting of grilled chicken. salad, vegetables and rice. Refreshing beverages include water, sodas, beer, wine and homemade sangria.

- 3-Hour Afternoon Charter includes everything as in the day charter except lunch.

- 8-Hour Private Full Day Charter includes everything as in the day charter.

Question 2

• From what location does Puerto Rico Sailing Trips depart?

Accepted Answer

Safeharbor Puerto del Rey Marina In the municipality of Fajardo located approximately 1-hour away from San Juan.

The GPS address is ‘PUERTO DEL REY MARINA FAJARDO’.

Question 3

• What are the charter times?

Accepted Answer

Day Charter: 9:00am-2:00pm. Meeting time is at 8:30am. (In considerarion of our crew and guests, the latest we can wait to meet is at 8:45am)

Afternoon Charter: 3:00pm - 6:00pm. Meeting time is at 2:30pm. (In considerarion of our crew and guests, the latest we can wait to meet is at 2:45pm)

Full Day Charter: 9:00am - 5:00pm. Meeting time ia at 8:30am. (In considerarion of our crew and guests, the latest we can wait to meet is at 8:45am)

Question 4

• What are the durations of the charters?

Accepted Answer

Day charter: 5 hours (2 hours sailing time and 3 hours at destination)

Afternoon charter: 3 hours (2 hours sailing time and 1 hour at destination)

Full Day charter: 8 hours (2 hours sailing time and 6 hours at destinations).

Question 5

What is the maximum amount of guests allowed in the charters?

Accepted Answer

To ensure compliance with our USCG boat permits we allow a maximum of 6 paying guests in our charters. Guests include adults and infants.

Question 6

• What age range is accepted for the charters?

Accepted Answer

Between 4 and 78 years of age. If younger than 4 years of age please consult with us.

Question 7

• When should I make a reservation?

Accepted Answer

We suggest booking as soon as possible since there is limited spacing for our charters.

Question 8

• What are the payment methods accepted?

Accepted Answer

The tours need to be 100% prepaid with a credit card (Visa, Mastercard, Discover or American Express). We do not accept cash the day of the activity.

Question 9

• What are the rates for your Janise Sailing charters?

Accepted Answer

Day Charter: $239 per person + tax

Afternoon Charter: $179 per person + tax

Private Full Day Charter: $2,395 + tax (1-6 guests maximum)

Question 10

• What should I bring to the charters?

Accepted Answer

- Bathing suit
 - Towels
 - Sun protection
 - Hat with chin strap
 - Sunglasses
 - Beachwear attire
 - Motion seasickness medication (if needed)
 - Photo ID
 - Comfortable footwear

Question 11

• Can I bring my own food and beverages?

Accepted Answer

Yes,  If you decide to bring your own food and/or beverages please specify what you are bringing so we can coordinate.  If bringing your own food please make sure it is fully cooked (take-out food) and does not require us to cook or warm it up.

Question 12

• Do you operate in the rain?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we take off rain or shine. We only cancel due to severe weather; in this case a full refund will be provided.

Question 13

• What amenities are included in the charters?

Accepted Answer

Lily pad and snorkeling gear are included during the charter. We do not offer paddle boards or kayaks.

Question 14

• How do I get to Safeharbor Puerto del Rey Marina?

Accepted Answer

Customers have the option of renting a vehicle or have someone drive them there. You can take a taxi (preferably) or Uber.

Our recommended drivers are:
 - Murray Guadalupe: (787) 607-0691
 - Mario Acevedo: (787) 547-6941

Question 15

What should I do once I get to the marina?

Accepted Answer

When you arrive at Safeharbor Puerto del Rey Marina tell the guard you are going to Puerto Rico Sailing Trips charter, dock #1403, vessel name ‘Janise’. Also please call our office at (787) 616-7543 or (787) 529-2496 and let us know you arrived.

If driving your own vehicle, once you pass the gate guard make the first left up the hill to find parking and then walk to the drop-off area. If taking an Uber or taxi make a first right after the gate guard towards the drop-off area.

Go to the drop-off area and use the restrooms; here you will meet the Captain who will be wearing a white or navy blue ‘Puerto Rico Sailing Trips’ shirt. The captain will then call for a golf cart to take you all to our dock.

Question 16

What are the location links and directions to Safeharbor Puerto del Rey?

Accepted Answer

📍 Important Location Links
Google Maps Link:
https://goo.gl/maps/kPXszruy2yYu6TPz7
Apple Maps Link: 
bit.ly/3Us0O2m 
Apple Maps Coordinates:
18.285904, -65.636600
GPS Coordinates:
18.2859° N, 65.6366° W

📍 Directions from San Juan
(45-minute drive)
Get on Expreso Román Baldorioty de Castro/PR-26 heading east.
Take PR-66 to Interstate PR3 S/PR-3 S in Río Grande. Exit from PR-66.
Merge onto Interstate PR3 S/PR-3 S.
Follow Interstate PR3 S/PR-3 S to Carretera Puerto del Rey in Fajardo. Exit from Expreso Jose Celso Barbosa/PR-53 S.
Continue on Carretera Puerto del Rey to your destination.

📍 Directions from Fajardo, Luquillo or Rio Grande
(15-35 minute drive)
Head southeast on Interstate PR3 S/PR-3 S.
Continue onto Expreso Jose Celso Barbosa/PR-53 S. 
Take the exit toward Carretera Puerto del Rey. 
Turn left onto Carretera Puerto del Rey. 
Turn left.
Turn right.
Destination will be on the right.

📍 Directions from Humacao
(40-minute drive)
Get on Expreso Jose Celso Barbosa/PR-53 N from Candelero Rd, Palmas Dr and PR-906.
Follow Expreso Jose Celso Barbosa/PR-53 N to Cam Rio Abajo/PR-975 in Ceiba. Take exit 5 from Expreso Jose Celso Barbosa/PR-53 N.
Take Carretera Puerto del Rey/PR-3 N to your destination in Fajardo.

📍 Directions from Dorado
(2 to 2.5 hour drive) 
Take Expreso PR22 heading East towards San Juan
Get on Expreso Román Baldorioty de Castro/PR-26 heading East.
Take PR-66 to Interstate PR3 S/PR-3 S in Río Grande. Exit from PR-66.
Merge onto Interstate PR3 S/PR-3 S.
Follow Interstate PR3 S/PR-3 S to Carretera Puerto del Rey in Fajardo. Exit from Expreso Jose Celso Barbosa/PR-53 S.
Continue on Carretera Puerto del Rey to your destination.

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