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El Yunque Rainforest Private Customized Tour from San Juan

About this experience

Why settle for a big, crowded tours when you can have a Private exclusive adventure tailored for your group. Leave behind the long line waits, and jump into an unforgettable half-day express tour of El Yunque of Puerto Rico—the only tropical rainforest in the U.S.

But here's the unexpected twist: after exploring the popular spots—sliding down the exhilarating 20-foot natural water slide, swinging from a rope into a jungle pool, and cliff jumping from daring heights—your guide will lead you to a hidden part of the jungle, a secret path known only to locals.

This path takes you to a secluded lagoon surrounded by lush greenery, with cascading waterfalls that look like they belong in a postcard. You'll have time to relax, swim, and even explore a hidden cave behind the falls—a true Caribbean paradise that feels like it’s just for you.

It’s not just a tour; it’s an exclusive adventure with unexpected surprises waiting at every turn. Join us for an experience that’s anything but ordinary!

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  • Duration: 5 hr
  • Private experience

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El Yunque Rainforest Private Customized Tour from San Juan
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour5 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide), Spanish (live guide)
Tour arrangementPrivate experience

Set aside 5 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Wear comfortable clothing and closed toe shoes that you wouldn't mind getting dirty or wet. Water shoes, sneakers or hiking shoes are recommended.
  • San Juan Tours reserves the right of admission - If a person appears to be under the influence of alcohol or drugs, not following instructions or causing disruptions the guide has the right to cancel their reservation at any moment, and no refunds will be issued due to this. 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. Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level

What is included

  • Transportation / • 1 guide for every 10 people, maximum 10 per vehicle
  • Excellent service from our guides who will make you feel like you've known them for years.
  • Perfect schedules (to avoid crowds)
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • 3 hours • Admission Ticket Included to El Yunque rainforest
  • Includes life jacket, helmet,

Not included

  • Gratuities

Itinerary and highlights

We will pick up our customer's group in the agreed area and make our way out of San Juan toward El Yunque Rainforest

On our way to the Rainforest, we will drive into the Rainforest countryside entering through the city of Fajardo.

Live an amazing once-in-a-lifetime experience inside the only National rainforest in the United States and Puerto Rico where you can walk through the rainforest in the company of an expert local guide, slide down the incredible 20-foot natural water slide, swing from the rope like Tarzan into the natural pool, jump over cliffs at different heights and discover wonderful secret waterfalls while exploring the tropical jungle landscape. • PERFECT SCHEDULES (to beat the crowds) • Includes life jacket, helmet, photos, videos water and snacks • Round-trip transfers in an air-conditioned vehicle • Excellent service from our guides who will make you feel like you have known them for years * 5 persons minimum

Meeting and pickup information

  • Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes prior than the selected scheduled time
  • *Pick Up Included on most Hotels Condado and Isla Verde hotels areas* Participants must be at the agreed pick-up point 15 minutes prior to the scheduled tour time. Hotels listing: Caribe Hilton, LA Concha, Ocean club, Condado Vanderbilt, Marriott Sellaris, Tryst hotel, Holliday inn express, Sheraton convention hotel, El Canario, Fairmont hotel, Villa del Sol hotel, Ivy hotel, Sandy beach hotel, Condado plaza, San Juan water and beach club, Miramar hotel, Double three hotel, Embassy suites, Royal Sonesta Hotel, Verdasco hotel, Hampton Inn hotel, Courtyard Marriott hotel, Tryp by Wyndham hotel: *Customers staying in Old San Juan City will be picked up at Plaza Colon* If you are not staying in Old San Juan City or a hotel within our pick-up area, you must meet us at The Condado Plaza Hotel*

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Spanish — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • san juan tours

Accessibility and practical details

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • This tour requires good physical condition. If you have any health condition please inform us at booking.
  • Maximum recommend weigh 275 pounds
  • Sometime some activities are not available because weather conditions
  • Wear comfortable clothing and closed toe shoes that you wouldn't mind getting dirty or wet. Water shoes, sneakers or hiking shoes are recommended.
  • Participants must be physically capable of walking thru steep, rocky, muddy and uneven surfaces without assistance
  • Use of lifejacket and helmet is mandatory.
  • This tour operates based weather and river conditions.
  • On Saturdays the hike is longer and more challenging since we depart from a different point.
  • Back problems and pregnant women cannot participate on the tour.
  • San Juan Tours reserves the right of admission - If a person appears to be under the influence of alcohol or drugs, not following instructions or causing disruptions the guide has the right to cancel their reservation at any moment, and no refunds will be issued due to this. 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. Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • Maximum age recommended 65 on good health conditions

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 5 hr.
What are the pickup arrangements?
*Pick Up Included on most Hotels Condado and Isla Verde hotels areas*
Participants must be at the agreed pick-up point 15 minutes prior to the scheduled tour time.

Hotels listing:
Caribe Hilton, LA Concha, Ocean club, Condado Vanderbilt, Marriott Sellaris, Tryst hotel, Holliday inn express, Sheraton convention hotel, El Canario, Fairmont hotel, Villa del Sol hotel, Ivy hotel, Sandy beach hotel, Condado plaza, San Juan water and beach club, Miramar hotel, Double three hotel, Embassy suites, Royal Sonesta Hotel, Verdasco hotel, Hampton Inn hotel, Courtyard Marriott hotel, Tryp by Wyndham hotel:

*Customers staying in Old San Juan City will be picked up at Plaza Colon*
If you are not staying in Old San Juan City or a hotel within our pick-up area, you must meet us at The Condado Plaza Hotel*
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide), Spanish (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Adult tickets: age 7+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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