El Yunque Rainforest with Waterslides and Transport from San Juan
Description
Take time to escape from the city and dare yourself to explore El Yunque Rainforest. Hike, river trek, rock climb, spot its flora and fauna, and enjoy its gorgeous waterfalls, natural pools, and waterslides. Along with your knowledgeable certified tour guide, you will be immersed in a wild paradise and fully infused with the vibrating energy of El Yunque's rivers and fresh clean air, just like the indigenous Taino Indians did centuries ago. Please make sure to read all details and additional information before booking. This tour is a moderate to strenuous activity and may not be suitable for everybody. For a lighter version please look for our El Yunque National Half-Day tour.
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Itinerary
Your initial hike is an approximate 30-minute journey on a river-wading and rock-scaling path to the river. This area is surrounded by bamboo trees, rainforest flowers, and many other beautiful plants. Your guide will take the time to share interesting facts about this entire ecosystem and help you spot the native flora and fauna and answer all your questions. We will make a stop to visit a collecting pool that forms at the base of a small waterfall. Here you will have the opportunity to swim in its crystal clear waters and enjoy the different tones of its deep pools. A glimpse at the first waterfall is great for picture opportunities! The adventure finishes in a pool area, its best-kept secret. After a few minutes of hiking and rock climbing (more advanced), arrive at a natural river where you can swim, swing from a rope to the river, cliff jump, and enjoy the natural water slides.
After we conclude the tour we will stop at the Luquillo Kiosks or nearby restaurant to have an authentic Puerto Rican lunch before returning to San Juan (food cost not included).
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Complimentary pick up only in selected areas of San Juan: Old San Juan, Condado, Isla Verde, Miramar, Ocean Park and Calle Loiza. Meeting point available in Luquillo and Fajardo. Exact pick up time will be provided the day prior to the tour.
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Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This is a moderate to strenuous activity, not suitable for everyone - please read entire description.
- Hiking and water shoes are strongly recommended, tennis with a good grip also work. Remember you will hike thru rocky, muddy, uneven surfaces and rock climb.
- Wear bathing suit and comfortable clothes. Bring a towel and extra pair of clothing.
- Pregnant ladies, persons with back or knee problems, recent surgeries, injuries, mobility impairments or other serious medical conditions cannot participate on this tour.
- Children must be 7 years or older to participate.
- Due to safety reasons participants must be able to understand English or Spanish. Legally blind or deaf persons are not able to participate due to the same. An alternative for persons with certain limitations is to book a Private Rainforest tour. Please contact us for more information.
- Have a good breakfast before departing on the tour.
- Operates based on weather and river conditions, there is a possibility of cancellation if conditions are not found safe during rainy days.
- Use of lifejacket and helmet is mandatory. $100 fee will apply for each piece of equipment if not returned.
- Once you begin the tour, you must finish it all the way up to the second stop and return back with the group.
- On Saturdays the hike is longer and more challenging since we depart from a different point.
- Estimated tour duration of 8 hours includes: 3.5 hours at the forest, 1.5 hr driving each way and lunch time.
- 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.
- Failure to provide hotel/lodging or cruise information upon booking may result in bus not being able to pick you at your location or close to it. No refunds will be issued if you miss your pick up.
- Bespoke LM Reserves the Right of Admission - If a person appears to be under the influence of alcohol or drugs, not following COVID19 protocols or not dressed appropriately (due safety) the Guide has the right to Cancel their reservation at any moment, and No Refunds will be issued due to this.
- Published starting time is only an estimate. Exact pick up time will be provided the ** day prior ** to your tour.
- Transportation included only from selected hotels and areas in San Juan. Persons staying in Rio Grande, Luquillo or Fajardo will have a meeting point assigned.
- 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.
Reviews(255)
George our tour guy was great. Very knowledgeable and provided a great time.
The tour was great. Luis and Jason were great guides. The hiking is challenging, but our three kids did great(8,11,14). Everyone had a blast
An amazing day! Our guides George and Luis were absolutely amazing super friendly, helpful, fun and encouraging to try new things. I would highly recommend!
JASON & LUIS 🙌 are amazing and made this trip an incredible and educational experience. They made sure we were safe but had fun first and foremost. They made the trip feel like family 20/10 recommend.
Truly unique and exciting experience. Jason was all about safety which made it easy to try out the slide and jumps. He also spent time showing us the flora and fauna along the way!
Amazing experience I did this solo for my birthday and my tour guide was absolutely phenomenal. He was very knowledgeable, and had amazing backflips. Glad this tour has safety helmets because the other tours don’t and we saw someone get hurt because of it.
Jason was a caring and knowledgeable tour guide. His relaxed and warm demeanor put everyone at ease. His love for what he does came across in his interactions. We appreciated his concern for the safety of our group. Great experience and highly recommend!
We have a fantastic time in the rain forest with our guide Jason Bonano, Learning about the plants and tree was really cool. The waterfalls and water activities was very fun.
An unforgettable experience, good service, good communication, very friendly guides, clear instructions, worth every penny.
Felix is great, safety first, fun second. I Think it is a little dif for older folks like me😂 great group though. So much fun to be around but the climb can be a little challenging and the water fall a little scary if the current is strong. All in all, had a great time. They take you to authentic places to eat lunch which was fantastic! Felix should run a food tour as well bc he knows how to pick the best places. I didnt see any other group having such a energized leader as him. They look out for you 100% of time. Dont miss out, stick W this group.
