About this experience
This is an adventure good for those looking to enjoy nature and a unique rainforest experience. This experience is focused on providing a true local view of El Yunque, with historical facts and information about the ecosystem along the trip. Transportation is included and we pick you up anywhere in the San Juan Area.
At a glance
- Duration: 4 hr–5 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 4 hr–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
What is included
- Professional guide
- Entry to El Yunque National Forest
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- USCG certified lifejackets
- Pick up from your door in the San Juan, Carolina, Rio Grande, or Luquillo area
Not included
- El Yunque National Forest
Itinerary and highlights
We visit the Eastside of El Yunque Rainforest. Our adventure starts with a 30 minute hike (the path can be muddy) to the first mineral water, natural water pool. There you can enjoy the landscape, swim in the water and live in nature. Along the way you will learn of the bio diverse ecosystem of the rainforest, touch bamboo, unique flora, guava trees and 300 year old trees. Further up after a 15 minute hike, a little rocky there is another watering hole with natural waterfalls.
NOTE : Saturday tour take a different route and require participants to be in good physical condition. This route is great for people in shape ready for a more steep and muddy adventure. If this is not for you, we encourage to book with us on any other day of the week.
We are featured in Kayak Travel guide for San Juan.
Along the way you will learn of the bio diverse ecosystem of the rainforest, touch bamboo, unique flora, guava trees and 300 year old trees. Further up after a 15 minute hike, there is another watering hole with natural waterfalls.
NOTE : Saturday tour take a different route and require participants to be in good physical condition. This route is great for people in shape ready for a more steep and muddy adventure. If this is not for you, we encourage to book with us on any other day of the week.
We are featured in Kayak Travel guide for San Juan.
Meeting and pickup information
- We can pick you up from any place in San Juan area, and the selected areas on the road from San Juan to El Yunque : Carolina, Rio Grande, Luquillo. Note 1 : The pick ups START at least 90 minutes before the started time booked, (Especially when the season is busy, in order to beat the traffic the tour guide will let you know the exact pick up time the day before). Makes sure to acknowledge that before booking !!! Note 2 : We don't do pick up in Dorado, Humacao or Bayamon ... but you can meet us in San Juan, or directly in El yunque , and we take you from there. Please note : We don't accept infants less than 2 years old !
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Casa Venturas
Accessibility and practical details
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants less than 2 years old won't be accepted
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Note 1 : The pick ups START at least 90 minutes before the started time booked, (Especially when the season is busy, in order to beat the traffic the tour guide will let you know the exact pick up time the day before). Makes sure to acknowledge that before booking !!!
Note 2 : We don't do pick up in Dorado, Humacao or Bayamon ... but you can meet us in San Juan, or directly in El yunque , and we take you from there.
Please note : We don't accept infants less than 2 years old !
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