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Private MEGA El Yunque Full Day Tour: Rainforest, Rivers, Beaches

About this experience

Let's explore Puerto Rico's most amazing northeastern region and its 5 unique municipalities on our full-day private or semi-private (up to 6 pax. max.)cultural tour with a certified guide Professor Nat!
The landscapes and ecosystems are mind-boggling.The Northeast covers coastal forests, seagrass beds, coral reefs, and pristine beaches.
We'll start with exotic beach food emporia in Piñones, tasting the famous authentic 'fritura'. Next, mysterious Loiza will transport us across the ocean to a world of African culture. Enjoy a local barbecue lunch to go (extra charge, picnic style).
Then, to El Yunque forest private terrains in Rio Grande, where we'll hike through the lush tropical forest to the sacred river bath for the Taino Indians.
A yummy natural local fruits frappe and juice bar is next, to keep that healthy vibe going!
Finally, we'll head to Luquillo, Puerto Rico's finest beach. You can indulge in the finest sand and turquoise waters.
The itinerary order is subject to change.

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  • Duration: 8 hr 30 min
  • Private experience

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Private MEGA El Yunque Full Day Tour: Rainforest, Rivers, Beaches
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Time on the tour8 hr 30 min
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesru (live guide), uk (live guide), English (live guide), Spanish (live guide)
Tour arrangementPrivate experience

Set aside 8 hr 30 min for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What is included

  • Typical finger foods (local fried delicacies - 1 pp)
  • Use of Snorkelling equipment
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Puerto Rican finest rums have assured the best cocktails of the Caribbean. You’ll taste cocktail made with Puerto Rican rum that will make you want to come faster to this paradise again!

Not included

  • Lunch options available for an additional cost
  • Travel/accidents insurance not included

Itinerary and highlights

In our cultural tour you will visit the town of Piñones where its rich culture, music and art is attributed to enslaved african ancestors from hundreds of year ago. Municipality of Loíza is arguably among the purest centers of true African culture in the Western world, tracing its ancestors to the Yoruba tribe of West Africa. Piñones is a must see picturesque ocean drive to Loíza where you can enjoy local dining experiences and practice what Puerto Ricans call chinchorreo. Sample delicious finger foods specialties ( 1pp included).

The Municipality of Loíza in the island of Puerto Rico is home of a beautiful and easy-access cavern that is not too far away from Piñones sector: Cueva María de la Cruz. One of the earliest signs of human habitation was found at Loíza in the Cueva de María la Cruz- remains of the first Puerto Rico’s settlers, the Arcaico indigenous people, were found in this cave during an exploration led by anthropologist Dr. Ricardo Alegría in 1948.
This cavern is a limestone gem that shelters remarkable cave and limestone formations.

Among top 30 world's beaches is the Balneario La Monserrate in the eastern region of Puerto Rico, specifically in the town of Luquillo.The water is warm and calm and clear. Perfect for anyone but especially nice for families. The beach is lined with palm and almond trees.The clean, golden sand stretches for about a mile, backed by a grove of coconut palms, earning the locals the nickname of Los come cocos (the coconut eaters). In the distance you can see the dramatic peaks of El Yunque rainforest cloaked in purple thunder clouds.

Famous seemingly endless string of friquitines, or kiosks sellings delectably rich local seafood specialties , Luquillo Kiosks are comprised of a row of around 60 family-owned kiosks selling food, drinks, and souvenirs.This is a perfect pitstop for fresh oysters and local food staples after enjoying a beach day on the east coast and a hiking at El Yunque.

Easy picturesque hike through the El Yunque rain forest to the sacred for Taino Indians river bath. Soak in the cool water of the only tropical rainforest in the USDA National Forest system. The El Yunque National Forest offers great biodiversity with distinct and varied ecological zones within a comparatively small area. Hundreds of different animal species make El Yunque their home, among them 26 endemic to the island. Eels, chopa fish and river shrimp can be seen in the cristal clear waters.

Driving back to the metropolitan area to the Panadería España or Condado. We'll drive on the Highway 66 via municipality of Canovanas, known as la Cuna de los Indios (“The Indians' Cradle”), or Pueblo Valeroso (“The Valiant Town”), in part because the local tribe helped defend the Spaniards from the native Taíno uprising in 1511. But the name that is most relevant nowadays is la Ciudad de las Carreras (“The Racing Horse Town”) since it is home to the only horse track on the Island and the local culture is closely tied to equestrian sport. With this we complete our exploration of five municipalities of the Northeast.

Meeting and pickup information

  • We'll happily pick you up within metropolitan area or we'll meet up at the most authentic Spanish/Puerto Rican bakery in the Metropolitan area! Reach half an hour earlier to enjoy a scrumptious breakfast with delicious local coffee and Mallorca.

Languages and tickets

  • ru — Guide
  • uk — Guide
  • English — Guide
  • Spanish — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Professor Nat Tours

Accessibility and practical details

  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Alcoholic drinks only for 18+

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 8 hr 30 min.
Which guide languages are listed?
ru (live guide), uk (live guide), English (live guide), Spanish (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Child tickets: age 2–6; Youth tickets: age 7–15; Adult tickets: age 16+; Senior tickets: age 55+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What accessibility information is provided?
Service animals allowed
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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