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5-Hour El Yunque National Forest Tour From San Juan

  • Tour Category

    Private Tour

  • Tour Types

    Nature, Walking, Eco Tourism

  • Duration

    5 Hours

  • Activity Level

    Easy

  • Language

    English

Description

Harmonise your senses with nature and saunter on a guided tour of one of the most visited places in Puerto Rico, National Forest; the only rainforest in the U.S. National Forest System. Your expert guide takes you on an unforgettable hike in Yokahu followed by a refreshing swim in Puente Roto.

Highlights
  • Marvel at the spectacular Coca Falls 
  • Experience a panoramic view of the coast from Yokahu
  • Gaze at the man-made stone dam, Baño Oro 
  • El Yunque National Forest Expedition expand_more
    • Meet and greet your tour guide at the agreed-upon location and begin the tour. 
    • Visit Coca Falls, the first spectacular feature of the El Yunque National Forest. 85 feet (26 meters) drop welcomes you to the forest. An impressive huge rock formation at the bottom of the falls is the perfect photo opportunity for you.
    • Propel to Yokahu. With more than 50 years, Yokahu Tour has an offer for everybody to climb its 98 steps with a panoramic view of the coast and the rain forest above the canopy. Located at mid-elevation along road 191, this stop is one of the visitor’s favourite.
    • Saunter to Baño Oro. This man-made stone dam of 18 feet (5.4 meters) deep pool was built for recreation purposes back in 1936 by the Civilian Conservation Corps. This stone and masonry dam over which water cascade is not for a swim anymore since 1976. 
    • Head towards the river Puente Roto. It is one of the most popular water play areas in the Forest. Here, you’ll have the opportunity for swimming in a natural rainforest river. The road provides easy hiking access to the river corridor, even though no trails currently exist.
What's Included

  • Round trip transportation from the San Juan area

  • Live commentary and interpretations about the Ecosystem in English or Spanish  

  • English-speaking certified tour guide

What's Excluded

  • Water Poncho

  • Waterproof cell phone pouches 

  • Gratuity 

What to bring
  • Come prepared to get wet; bring a change of cloth and towel just in case you want to swim. Lightweight, synthetic clothing or a swimsuit is recommended. Avoid wearing jeans or sweats.
  • Sunscreen and mosquito repellent 
  • Wear rubber soles, hiking shoes or sneakers, no flip-flops; slippery and moist conditions exist on all Forest paths and trails
  • A raincoat is appropriate, especially in El Yunque Rainforest
  • Bottle water to stay hydrated and bring a snack, hiking takes a lot of energy
  • Don’t bring any valuables you don’t want to get wet, lose or damage
Know before you go

  • This Nature Walk tour operates even if it rains, except in the case of extreme weather events or any warnings by the local weather authorities or Rainforest Park Rangers.

  • Anyone who is visibly under the influence of alcohol or drugs will not be allowed to participate and will still be charged.

Meeting Point

San Juan, Puerto Rico

Cancellation Policy

For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -

Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price Details
Adult
1 To 4 USD 79 Per Person

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USD 79 / person