Two-in-One Day Trip: El Yunque and Bio Bay Tour with Transport
Description
Get ready to experience two of Puerto Rico’s most amazing natural attractions in one unforgettable day! This full-day package covers the best of the East Coast, so you don’t have to worry about planning a thing. We’ve got you covered with round-trip transportation, a guided rainforest adventure tour, and an evening Bio Bay kayak tour. Discover the hidden gems of El Yunque with our "off the beaten path" rainforest adventure. Our expert guides will lead you through muddy trails, across rivers, and to stunning waterfalls. Enjoy natural waterslides, a thrilling rope swing, and immerse yourself in the raw beauty of Puerto Rico’s premier tropical rainforest. It’s a journey filled with excitement and natural wonders you won't find anywhere else. As night falls, prepare to be amazed by the bioluminescent waters of Fajardo Bio Bay. This natural wonder glows thanks to tiny organisms called dinoflagellates. Paddling through these sparkling waters is a magical experience you’ll never forget.
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Itinerary
The Rainforest & Bio Bay Tour is simply a must! Experience Puerto Rico’s two greatest natural attractions starting with a scenic drive and a stop at a local fruit stand. After an interpretive hike on natural trails lined with beautiful flora and fauna, as well as some river wading and rock scaling, we will arrive at a hidden gem in the heart of the majestic El Yunque National Rainforest. In this breathtaking segment of the forest, you can swim in natural pools, refresh under waterfalls, slide down exhilarating waterslides, swing from ropes into the river, jump from different rock formations, and simply relax to the sounds of cascading waters while soaking in the beauty of this very special place. Enjoy dinner and a break at a local restaurant before the Bio Bay tour.
After receiving a few kayaking tips, we will kayak approximately 30 minutes through the Red Mangrove Forest to reach the Bioluminescent Lagoon. Along the way, your Eco Guides will point out the forest's beautiful protected flora and fauna. Upon arrival at Laguna Grande, the sun will set, and the magic will begin. With every stroke of your paddle, sparkles will appear in the water. The kayaks will create a swirl of light, and the fish will glow in the darkness of the water.
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What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We pick up from the below list of locations. If your hotel/accommodation is not listed, please select the nearest location and meet us there or contact us for an assigned meeting location. Pick Up Locations: - Pick ups from Isla Verde are at The Royal Sonesta - Pick ups from Ocean Park are at Kasalta Bakery - Pick ups from Condado are at La Concha - Pick ups from Miramar are at Hyatt Place San Juan - Pick ups from Old San Juan are at Pier #6 (meet in front of the Seahorse Statue) - Pick ups from Luquillo, Fajardo and Humacao are at Walgreens, Luquillo *Guests' spoke, we listened; in an effort to minimize amount of time on the bus for all guests, we only pick up at above mentioned locations
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Important Information
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Not recommended for travelers with recent surgeries
- Not recommended for travelers who have epilepsy, heart conditions, dizziness or vertigo
- The difficulty level of this excursion is considered to be moderate to strenuous depending on your physical fitness level. It is very important that you are in good physical condition in order to participate and enjoy yourself. The terrain in the rainforest can be muddy, slippery, uneven and include river-wading, climbing large rocks and steep inclines. The kayaking can be strenuous when the current is strong and requires upper body strength. This excursion is recommended for guests with an active lifestyle. It is a long, but fun-filled day!
- The maximum weight limit is 240 lbs. per person (no exceptions). The maximum weight limit per kayak is 425 lbs. (combined between 2 people, with no participants exceeding the individual wight limit). **For safety, weight checks will be conducted before each session. Participants exceeding the combined or individual weight capacity will not be allowed to participate, and no refunds will be issued. Please inform each person from your party.**
- Minimum age is 8 years old
- Not recommended for travelers with neck, back, arm or leg problems or casts
- Maximum age is 70 years old
- NOTE: Saturday’s tour is longer (approximately 1 additional hour) and more strenuous than Monday – Friday. It’s very important that you are able to comply with all of the tour restrictions, have a strong physical fitness level and are able to bring your knees up to your chest.
Reviews(1,418)
This was an amazing experience. My daughter and I definitely were not ready for the strenuous activity. But we had an amazing time. Being out on the water in the dark is something I will never forget. We weren't able to see the gli because I'd the seaweed, but the experience itself is so amazing. A must do.
Charlene and Jean were amazing tour guides! Entertaining and patient! Highly recommend these two!
John and Charlene were amazing. Helpful, funny, and informative. They took care of everyone and sure they were safe & had fun. They were amazing!
This tour is done through two different companies. Island Journeys is the first company that takes you to the El Yunque Rainforest where you partake in hiking and scrambling/climbing which eventually leads to an awesome natural water slide, cliff jump, and rope swing. Each of which are optional but I highly recommend as it was so fun! Our tour guides, Amauri and Jean were fantastic. Gave us great information about the area and plant life mixing in some humor to keep us entertained. They did a great job guiding us through the scrambling and climbing and made sure we stayed safe. After we finished with the slide, cliff jump and rope, they then fed us fresh fruit before we began the hike back to the van. We were then dropped off at a marina restaurant where we got to have a wonderful early dinner. Then we were taken to the kayak company where they offered us bug spray and lockers for our things before loading up into kayaks for the bioluminescent lagoon tour. We were warned ahead via email that the glow would be very low due to seaweed messing up the oxygen levels but they tried their hardest to create opportunities by providing tarps to create more darkness and giving techniques to increase our chances of seeing the glow. They taught us about some of the other animals located on the island before we began the journey back. Fair warning, while this was a very fun day it was long, and fairly physical. You will be required to have closed toed shoes that have decent grip.
Amauri and Bradley were both amazing, knowledgeable, and great hype men!
Hola! Thank you so much for choosing Island Journeys! We are extremely happy to read your great feedback. Our guides for sure will smile when they read what you wrote. Hope to hear back from you when you're back in Puerto Rico!
Amazing experience very fun, thanks to Bradley and almori.
Hola! We really appreciate your kind words. We're so happy to read you had an fun experience with Bradley and Amauri. Hope to hear back from you when you're back in Puerto Rico!
Amazing guides, fun tour! You’ll wish you had more time, but it’s worth it!
Hola Alan! Thank you so much for your kind review! We're thrilled you had a great time with our guides and enjoyed the adventure. We agree—the fun always seems to go by too quickly! Thank you for recommending our tour, and we hope to welcome you back to Puerto Rico for another unforgettable adventure!
The tour guys are amazing . The whole experience is the best. They were late to pick us up but the experience was exceptional.
Hola! We're delighted to hear you had an amazing experience with us! Our guides on the ground deserve all the credit and we'll definitely pass your message to them. Thank you again!
Guides were helpful, knowledgeable and safe on both trips: We had loads of fun.
Hola! Thanks so much! We’re glad you had fun exploring the rainforest and enjoying it! We hope to see you again for another rainforest adventure!
Charlene and Jamie were the best! Very helpful and patient, you can tell they love their job
Hola! Thank you for taking the time to leave us such a nice review. We take pride in giving outstanding service to all our guests, glad to know your experience was no exception. Hope to hear back from you when you visit Puerto Rico again!
