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El Yunque Rainforest Tour with Transport from San Juan area

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El Yunque National Forest Tour from San Juan

8 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Lose yourself in the wild landscapes of the El Yunque Rainforest on this full-day tour from San Juan. Follow your guide on a thrilling hike, trekking to cascading waterfalls, natural pools, and waterslides in the rain forest. The moderately strenuous trail is ideally suited to physically fit travelers who can scramble across rocks and rivers. Along the way, you’ll learn about Puerto Rico’s diverse ecosystem.

Full-day tour of El Yunque Rainforest for active travelers
Discover waterfalls and natural pools
Guide takes you rope swinging and zooming down waterslides
Includes hotel and port pickup and drop-off from San Juan

What's Included

Complimentary pickup and drop-off in selected areas of San Juan (Old San Juan, Condado and Isla Verde locations and touristic zones)
Certified Tour Guide
Live narration in English
Bottled Water and light snacks
First aid equipment
Lifejackets

Gratuity is not included but greatly appreciated for a job well-done
Lunch
Transportation fee for pick up at locations outside of San Juan

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Start time

08:00 AM

Pickup details

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.

What To Expect

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
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.
While the excursion explores the El Yunque region, it does not include a visit to the El Yunque National Forest, managed by the U.S. Forest Service.
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.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.

Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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Reviews

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Great experience

Nandini_J, Mar 2024

Our guides (Jason, Luis, and Tarzan) were fantastic! They made sure everyone was safe and comfortable while having fun.

200% recommend

Tina_A, Feb 2024

Our guide Hector and our driver Elias were the best. They were very helpful along the trail as well as informational and funny during the trek. Our stop for lunch was great too!

Amazing, Book now!

Rachel_B, Feb 2024

Wow, this excursion was a 10/10!!!!! My boyfriend and I thoroughly enjoyed ourselves! Our guide Adrianna was PERFECTO! She taught us history of the Islans as he trekked the terrain of the rainforest. She safely guided us on proper foot placement and safety techniques when climbing, walking near cliffs, sliding down the slide, jumping from the cliffs, and swinging from the rope! We had a 7 year old on our group and Adrianna made it so we didn’t skip a beat! It was definitely a once on a life time experience!

Adriana was the best...

Mike_H, Jan 2024

Adriana was the best guide in the world! The forest was absolutely breathtaking and I would recommended the experience to any one that hasn’t tried it yet!!!

Hector and Mitchell were the best

Christina_T, Jan 2024

Hector and Mitchell were amazing guides. They had precise, and clear instructions to keep us safe and made sure we had fun. My husband and I had a blast. I would say you do need some physical fitness to do these activities but I expected that. At lunch, if you arw a vegetarian or vegan, there aren't really any options for you. Otherwise, it was an amazing experience.

An exhilarating, fun filled day. I totally recommend it.

Janine_J, Jan 2024

WOW!!! One of the best excursions I have ever been on. Hector and Anthony were excellent guides making it fun, informative and safe. Special mention for Anthony as he was so patient with me as I took about 10 mins to jump from the cliff. 😂 An exhilarating, fun filled day. I totally recommend it. I am not the fittest person and I could do it. You have to make an effort but it is so worth it. 5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Great tour and good for kids, surprisingly

Eileen_H, Jan 2024

James was a great tour guide. Informative and funny. Actually the whole (Elias, James and Mitchell) were awesome and kept our group safe. I was traveling with 7, 8, and 10 year olds and was worried the trip was not safe for them but we were good.

A very happy tour.

Biaoxian_L, Jan 2024

We spent several hours walking on muddy trails and crossing the small rivers. Although I fell down several times, I still felt very happy because it was my first time to experience water-sliding and diving.

Amazing Enjoyable excursion

Brandy_J, Aug 2023

George and Luis were such vibrant hosts and they kept the energy up from the beginning of the trip to the end. They picked us up and dropped us off at our hotels. They made our experience in the jungle worthwhile and even threw in some cultural facts about our area. We felt entirely safe and directed and were very encouraging with the water activities. They also gave us free pictures and videos and let us explore Luquillo Beach with a strip of great food spots. Highly recommend this excursion.

great adventure

Amadou_L, Aug 2023

Trip was amazing & beautiful. great adventure that was even better by our tour guide team. George is an amazing tour guide with clear & concise details & directions & great comedy. Luis was very helpful during the tour & got us in & out of there safely. shoutouts to tarzan as well for making sure evrryone was safe in the water

Phenomenal!

Lawrence_W, Aug 2023

Our tour guide Frankie was phenomenal! We loved his passion for his work and the rainforest. We learned so much about the trees and the forest and Puerto Rico! It was truly an amazing experience. I definitely recommend it.

Excellent Adventure

Yolanda_D, Jul 2023

We had an awesome time! Definitely something our phone obsessed kids will remember for a lifetime! Make sure you're ready for a challenge. If you have trouble with heights, swimming, or climbing, if you have knee or back issues, or if you're looking for something meandering and sedate, this is not for you. The water slides are not a side quest, they are mandatory, as are multiple vertical climbs. That being said, I wouldn't change it for the world. Our tour guides Frankie and Jason were amazing. They were kind and supportive and at any point when me or my kids, 10 and 13, were not sure of our footing or were struggling to get up a steep or slippery climb, they were there with a hand and awesome instructions. This was an adventure of as lifetime and we were sore the next day but it was the kind you get when you did something special! The instructions are accurate, bring a change of clothes because you will end soaked and swimming in your shoes, and make sure you bring sturdy shoes for the walk and the climb. My kids loved it but they are tough, we're doing an intense rope course the day before, and are not afraid of heights. My youngest jumped off a 20 foot cliff with her dad while me and the 13 year old did the 15 ft. Not trying to scare you, just know what your kids are capable of before signing up because this is arduous. FYI I'm not a skinny worked out girl. I'm actually overweight but still got some oomph in me but it was touchy. It also helps that the guides have the trip well paced. There are frequent stops (after you do something tough and our exhausted) to talk about history and the life around you so it's fun, informative, and immersive. This is a must do if you can. We were also provided pictures since we weren't able to take our phones. No regrets!!! Wepa!!!

Great family adventures

Jesus_G, Jul 2023

Great family adventures w guides Adriana and Cristian who kept us on time, safe, shared local knowledge and mist of all made it fun.

Amazing hike and the...

Jessica_B, Jul 2023

Amazing hike and the activities were so much fun! Your guides were informative and made sure we were safe! Would definitely do it again!

Puerto Rico Crown Jewel

Jayaram_R, Jul 2023

Had a blast with this activity in Puerto Rico. Must for everyone who visit Puerto Rico and need to be healthy to do this trip.

El Yunque before La Noche de San Juan

Mia_Z, Jun 2023

The tour was in constant contact with me in the day prior to make sure my pick-up location and time were confirmed. When I arrived at the pick-up George greeted me with a friendly face and instantly made me feel at home (what can I say, he’s from Caguas just like my family!). On the bus, he introduced us to the driver for the day, Luís who was also a friendly character and made the drive to and from safe. We stopped on our way at a little fruit stand and I had the best batida there, it was so fresh. The team made sure they went over safety precautions and everyone felt safe. The hike itself was super easy as someone who goes hiking every few months. Others in the group thought it was more difficult. You will definitely get muddy, but don’t be scared. There will be opportunities to wash off (you will get completely soaked). We then headed off to do the water slide, the cliff jumping, and then swung from the rope. The guides made sure we felt safe and had fun the whole time but also showed off some of their own tricks. Afterwards, los Kioskos de Luquillo were a perfect lunch and they gave us ample time to eat a good meal. On the bus back for drop offs, George gave the group a list of places to check out in the evening and it was perfect since it was the La Noche de San Juan.

My kids had an amazing...

Maridaly_D, Jun 2023

My kids had an amazing time. Just make sure you got a great pair of shoes. Overall great time. The tour guys were great with my kids. Love it

Amazing trip in nature...

Sonal_P, Jun 2023

Amazing trip in nature with Jason & his team 🇵🇷 this team ready with all safety equipment and guidance

George and Luis was the game changer

Lakshmi_N, May 2023

Loved this trip with Luis and George and the whole team. George was a great guide who made the whole hike very smooth and adventurous at the same time. We were provided with water and food. We enjoyed our day with the whole team and loved it. Will recommend everyone to avail this and have a wonderful experience in Puerto Rico!!!!!

Absolutely must do when visiting PR

Alex_M, May 2023

George, Luis, and Mitchell were awesome! They brought great energy to the tour and took safely very seriously. This is a really fun tour if you enjoy hiking. I thought the difficulty level was clearly advertised but some guests were surprised by the challenge. For me, It was just challenging enough to be exciting but not strenuous. Whether you are an avid hiker or just up for an adventure, the guides will make sure everyone stays together and has a good time. If there was enough time in my trip, I would have done this again! PS. Do NOT wear white shoes. They will get muddy and soaked. Closed toe water shoes, water sneakers, or hiking sandals are the best option. You will be wearing everything you leave the bus with for the entire adventure including going in the water.

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