Visit a different area of the El Yunque Rainforest. With the guidance of your private guide you will embark on an estimate 30-minute hike that will take you to the forest rivers, natural pools and waterfalls. Learn important and interesting facts about the only Tropical Rainforest in the US Forest System. Let your senses bring you back to the times where the Taino roamed thru this same forest.
We will spend an average of 3-4 hours at the Forest, depending on your pace and interests, followed by a lunch stop (food cost not included).
Participants must meet certain Safety Requirements and Limitations for this activity.
If interested on a subtle, low impact experience we offer another version that visits the National Park area. Here you will go to El Portal, La Coca Waterfall (for taking pictures) and the Yocahú Observation Tower. Upon request we can also add a final stop at a 20 minutes trail that leads to the river. Please contact us prior to booking for more information.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Informative, friendly and professional Certified Tour Guide
✔ Driver/guide
✔ Bottled water, fruits or snacks
✔ Round-trip private transfer (from San Juan, Metro area, Rio Grande, Luquillo or Fajardo)
✖ Additional food and drinks (available for Purchase)
✖ Gratuity for your tour guide is not included but greatly appreciated
Pickup Locations
1. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Juan Hotel & Casino
2. Fairmont El San Juan Hotel
3. Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve Puerto Rico
4. Hyatt House San Juan
5. Condado Palm Inn San Juan, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
6. Luis Munoz Marin Intl Airport
7. Residence Inn San Juan Isla Verde
8. The Ivy Hotel
9. Hotel Iberia - San Juan
10. Tropica Beach Hotel
11. Condado Vanderbilt Hotel
12. Numero Uno Beach House
13. San Juan Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino
14. Golfside Villas
15. Hotel Miramar
16. Abitta Boutique Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection
17. Olimpo Court Hotel
18. Caribe Hilton Hotel
19. Hyatt Place San Juan
20. Holiday Inn Express San Juan Condado, an IHG hotel
Additional Info: Pick up also available in the towns of Rio Grande, Luquillo and Fajardo.
Itinerary
1
Las Tinajas Y Charco Frio
Escape into the El Yunque Rainforest in this private guided tour for up to 6 travelers (within base rate). The only tropical rainforest in the United States' national forest system, El Yunque is a lush, tropical paradise full of green vegetation, tropical birds, and wildlife.
After the initial 30-minute hike that includes river-wading and rock climbing, you will arrive at the first set of natural pools. Here you can swing from a rope, take a dip in a waterfall and enjoy going down on the natural waterslides (after a few minutes of more strenuous rock climbing).
At the end of the tour we make a stop for lunch (food cost not included).
THIS TOUR HAS SAFETY REQUIREMENTS AND LIMITATIONS PARTICIPANTS MUST MEET - please read entire description.
Duration: 4 hours
2
El Yunque National Forest
IF YOU CANNOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OR ARE INTERESTED on a subtle, low impact, educational experience we offer another version that visits the National Park. Here you will go to El Portal, La Coca Waterfall (for pictures) and the Yocahú Observation Tower. Upon request we can also add a final stop at a 20 minutes trail that leads to the river.
This version is suitable for the entire family.
At the end of the tour we make a stop for lunch (food cost not included).
Please contact us prior to booking for more information.
Duration: 3 hours
Additional info
• Service animals allowed
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• At the time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
• Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late or non-arrival of cruise ship
• Pregnant women, participants with back or knee problems, previous injuries, recent surgeries, mobility impairments, heart conditions, or other serious medical conditions cannot participate on this tour.
• Children must be accompanied by an adult (not suitable for children under 7 years).
• Operates based on weather and river conditions, there is a possibility of cancellation if conditions are not found safe during rainy days.
• You must have a good breakfast before departing on this tour
• Not recommended for participants with heart complaints, back problems, recent injuries or other serious medical conditions
• Please travel light and only bring the necessary to the tour. Leave behind electronic devices, any important documentation like passport, large sums of cash or credit cards. Cell phones require waterproof case.
• Vegetarian option is available at restaurant
• A maximum of 6 people per booking (Additional persons will have extra fee per person)
• Hotel/Port/AirBnB pickup is available from most centrally located San Juan hotels. Please arrange pickup from your hotel or a nearby location when you call to confirm your reservation.
• Please wear comfortable clothing, tennis or hiking shoes (mandatory), swimsuit, bring a towel and change of clothes, sunscreen, and a camera
• If the Off the Beaten path version is not suitable for you, please contact us for further options that are lower impact.
• Persons with the previously listed health restrictions cannot participate on the tour. No refunds will be authorized if a person neglects to read complete description and does not meet the safety requirements and limitations on the day of the tour.
