Puerto Rico: El Yunque Rainforest & Waterfalls Half-Day Tour
ID: GYG276232-478937
Category:
Country: Puerto Rico
Duration:
04:00 hours
Description
This itinerary is the perfect combination of hiking, nature, water activities, fun, information, and relaxation. You will be led by passionate local tour guides, eager to share their island with you.
Join this guided tour in Luquillo to immerse yourself in the natural beauty of Puerto Rico's tropical rainforest of El Yunque. Learn about its rich flora and fauna while following natural trails, wading through rivers, and swimming in natural pools and waterfalls.
Start your day by meeting your guide at the local fruit stand “Frutera Flores” in the town of Luquillo. Here, your guide will pick up a variety of fresh local fruit for the tour, and you have the opportunity to purchase some local fritters and/or a fresh fruit smoothie.
After this stop, follow your guide in your rental car to the majestic El Yunque Rainforest- without a doubt Puerto Rico’s greatest Natural Wonder. It is the only tropical rainforest, the most biologically diverse, and the most studied forest in the US National Forest System.
After an interpretive hike through natural trails lined with beautiful flora and fauna, and some river wading, arrive at a hidden gem found in the heart of the rainforest. This breathtaking segment of the 29,000-acre forest is like a natural playground.
Here, have the chance to swim in the natural pools, refresh in waterfalls, slide down an exhilarating waterslide, rope swing into the river, jump from different rock formations, and enjoy fresh local fruit with a view.
Along with all of this excitement, you will also have time to simply relax to the sounds of cascading waters and take in the beauty of this very special place.
Highlights
- Explore El Yunque Rainforest with a certified local guide
- Refresh in a beautiful natural swimming pool
- Slide down a natural water slide and rope swing into the river
- Jump from different rock formations
- Learn about the rich and unique ecology as you hike the rainforest trails
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• IMPORTANT: It is not possible to call a taxi or Uber from the forest. Guests need to drive themselves in a rental car or their own car to the meeting point and then follow the guide to the foothills of the forest
• The difficulty level of the excursion is moderate to strenuous, depending on your physical fitness level
• The terrain in the rainforest can be muddy, slippery, uneven, and includes river-wading, climbing large rocks, and steep inclines
• This excursion is recommended for guests with an active lifestyle
• All guests must be able to communicate in English or Spanish
• Training and Safety Instructions are provided at the beginning of the tour
• Parking and Rainforest entry fee are included
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You are required to bring and wear a mask
You will receive a mandatory temperature check
GUESTS MUST HAVE RENTAL CAR to meet at "Frutera Flores" fruit stand in Luquillo to then follow Tour Guide to the foothills of the Rainforest for the Tour (No Taxi or Uber!). Parking and Rainforest Entrance Fee Included in Rate.
There is a 15-minute maximum wait period, so it is very important that you are at the "Frutera Flores" fruit stand on time. If for any reason you are delayed, please contact Island Journeys' main office at the number provided on your voucher.
INCLUDED
- Professional local tour guides with Lifeguard, CPR, and First Aid Certification
- Pictures from your adventure
- Fresh local fruit, snacks, and refreshments
- All necessary equipment
- Training and safety instructions prior to tour
- Rainforest entry fee
- Parking Fee
NOT INCLUDED
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Transportation from the meeting point to the forest
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
