El Yunque Rainforest and Waterfall Guided Tour

Embark on an exhilarating guided hiking tour through the outskirts of El Yunque Rainforest. Discover diverse flora and fauna, bathe in a waterfall, and enjoy thrilling water-related activities.

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • El Yunque National Forest - During this tour you will experience hiking through the outskirts of El Yunque National Rainforest. You’ll spot the different fauna and flora and bathe in a waterfall. Participants must be capable of walking through rocky, muddy, uneven terrain and rock climb. This exhilarating experience includes water-related activities such as swinging from a rope into the natural pools, cliff jumping, and natural waterslides.

Since hurricanes Irma & Maria, most of the popularly known trails remain closed until further notice. Our tour route has been adapted in order to continue offering a full day of pure adventure.

What's Included
  • USCG certified lifejackets
  • Professional guide
  • Helmets
  • Bottled water
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (within touristic zone and selected San Juan areas)
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Upon arriving in Ceiba, we will commence with a 25-30 minute hike, which includes a brief river trek. Once we enter the outskirts of the forest, you will climb through rocks and trees to reach the pristine natural pools and waterfalls. Here, you can also swing from a rope or cliff jump. We will spend some time here before proceeding to the next stop, an advanced hike to higher natural pools that lead to exciting natural waterslides. We then return through the same path, with the option to swim part of the way.

Throughout this excursion, your certified guide will share important information about the only tropical rainforest in the US Forest System, as well as intriguing facts about Puerto Rico’s culture and history, while ensuring you have a safe, enjoyable, and informative experience.

After the tour concludes, we will stop at a local restaurant for a late lunch (food cost not included) before returning to San Juan or your initial meeting point.

  • Please read carefully for all safety requirements and limitations for this tour.
  • Please dress appropriately: Wear hiking shoes (tennis with a good grip also works). Can also bring water shoes for when you go into the river. Please note: shoes will get wet and very muddy
  • Participants must be physically capable of walking thru steep, rocky, muddy and uneven surfaces without assistance.
  • Must have a good breakfast before departing on this tour.
  • Wear bathing suit underneath, bring a towel and change of clothes.
  • Children must be 7 years to participate.
  • Pregnant women, participants with heart complaints, back or knee problems, recent injuries or surgeries, mobility limitations or other serious medical conditions cannot participate on this tour.
  • Tour operates based weather and river conditions. In the event of poor weather you will be offered an alternate tour, option to reschedule or refund.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • On Saturdays the hike is longer and more challenging since we depart from a different point.
  • Estimate duration of 8 hrs includes: 3.5-4 hrs at the forest, 1.5 hr drive each way plus lunch time.
  • Published starting time is only an estimate. Exact pick up time will be provided the DAY PRIOR to your tour.
  • Bespoke LM Reserves the Right of Admission - If a person appears to be under the influence of alcohol or drugs, not following instructions, causing disruptions or not dressed appropriately (for certain tours) 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.
Location
El Yunque National Forest
Cancellation Policy

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

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John_m
Jul 16, 2024
The guides were great! - Adriana and Elias were wonderful guides! Very kind and made the adventure fun, with a willingness to answer any questions. Great experience!
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Mindaugas_a
Jul 14, 2024
Interesting tour - Our guide was very dedicated and friendly, it was pleasant and wet experience. Thanks for local fruits tasting!
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Timothy_g
Jul 8, 2024
Rainforest hike - Great tips on how to hike up to the water pool and slides. Be prepared to get dirty. Don’t wear nice clothes or shoes. Wear hiking shoes to trail shoes The water slide experience is so fun and they make you really comfortable even if you can’t swim well because you have the life vest and helmet on, safety first
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Kimberly_m
Jul 7, 2024
Best part of our PR vacation! - So glad we did not book with Paco & Pepe! Spending a day with Hector, Anthony & Mitchell (Tarzan) was the highlight of our trip! Super-fun day! Great to be out experiencing the tropical rainforest with guides that made us feel safe. These guys are knowledgeable, relatable and engaging. Book your tour now!
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Guide21323745601
Jul 6, 2024
Awesome!! - There are no words to describe the feeling. The tour is perfect, paced as per your request. Our tour guide Adriana was Awesome, she made the whole experience all the more memorable!!
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Jennifersr8683pe
Jul 5, 2024
Beautiful rainforest & waterfalls! Best tour guides - My husband and I absolutely loved this tour! Felix, Elias, and Mitchell were the BEST guides! We felt safe during our trip. Be prepared to wear hiking shoes/closed-toed water shoes and comfortable clothes that you don't mind getting wet. The local lunch stop afterwards was so tasty too. Highly recommend this tour.
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Abeyni_d
Jul 4, 2024
10/10 experience - Our tour guides (Hector and I can’t remember the other name) were AMAZING! They were so kind, informative, and encouraging as we went through difficult areas. Their priority was safety and everyone enjoying themselves. I definitely recommend touring with them! 10/10
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Jbeguiristain
Jun 30, 2024
Fun relaxing tour - Our tour guide was kind and informative. It was nice going place to place in an air conditioned van. He had cold bottled water for us too.
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Audrey_f
Jun 26, 2024
Great time! - This was THE excursion. It was amazing. Guides were awesome. Rock slide and cliff jumps. Description of the day was spot on. Communication was great. I will Recommend to friends.
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Marne_t
Jun 25, 2024
A Must Do Tour! - Had a fabulous time on this tour with a large group of friends. Our guide, Jason, did an excellent job of balancing fun, safety and knowledge of the rainforest. I would highly recommend it!
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