Rainforest Adventure: Natural Pools and Waterfalls

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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Radames_l
Sep 26, 2024
My friends and I had a... - My friends and I had a great time hiking and getting to know the yunque and the people. I recommend it to everyone!
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Miguel_a
Sep 26, 2024
Amazing - It was an amazing experience and I would definitely recommend friends and family to book and do the tour because it's a once in a lifetime experience.
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Vanessagl6652ck
Sep 25, 2024
PUERTO RICO OWES ME NOTHINGGGGGGG - Lordt. This tour was everything and more. When I say book this, book it!! If possible request George, he was very friendly, informative, and took great care of all the members in the group. This activity is adrenaline inducing, be ready to want to experience it again and again and again!
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Edvardask
Sep 22, 2024
Kudos to George! - The El Yunque rainforest tour was spot on, and if the beautiful nature did its job perfectly, the biggest kudos go to our guide, George. His sense of humor, responsible and accurate guidance, lovely personality and crazy tarzan skills made this trip realy amazing.
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Sharon_n
Sep 22, 2024
Our El Yungue water slide... - Our El Yungue water slide tour exceeded our expectations. George our tour guide was energetic knowledgeable and very exciting, which made the entire trip a memorable experience. George looked out for the entire group with precaution. Our last stop after the trip was an excellent restaurant we're we ate delicious food and had some fantastic pinacolada. I will highly recommend this tour and I will definitely do this again.
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Egle_b
Sep 21, 2024
Great guide great trip! - The rain forest tour was spot on and if the beautiful nature did its job perfectly, biggest kudos go to our guide George. His sense of humor, responsible and accurate guidance, lovely personality and crazy tarzan skills - made this trip realy amazing
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Shandria_d
Sep 18, 2024
Best Excursion EVER!!! - My daughter and I had an amazing time. The rainforest was absolutely the best part of our trip. I am so happy we did it. I did both of the jumps, the waterfall slide, and the rope swing. Jason our tour guide was amazing and the food recommendations were top tier. I HIGHLY recommend this tour and the experience. I'd so it again in a heartbeat!
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Audra_s
Sep 17, 2024
What a RUSH - What an amazing experience!! Highly recommend Jason, he was caring and patient and funny during the entire trip! He told us the rich history of the rainforest, showed us beautiful flowers And trees, and took us up a rock wall to an incredible water slide and we jumped 8 feet down into the exhilarating water!! Our group was amazing and it was such a fun day!!! Highly recommend!!
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Monica_s
Sep 4, 2024
Great Tour! We had a great time! Frankie is the best! - We had a great time at this tour. Our tour guide was Frankie and he was awesome. He did a great job making sure everyone was safe and felt comfortable the whole time. Highly recommend!
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Hector_p
Aug 28, 2024
Amazing & Unforgettable Experience - My sister and I had a really special time. The views that we saw, and the hike we had went on was spectacular. The hike can be seen as a bit challenging at times, climbing throughout crevices and through rock structures, in mud, and through water. But that made the experience a memorable one. Though, the experience would not have been at all the same if it wasnt for our tour guide Frankie. I can truly attest that this guy was a special person. He welcomed us like family, and his passion for nature is honestly inspiring. He talked to us about the history of el yunque on our drives through the hills, and during our hike, he stopped to take the time to show and teach us about some beautiful features of this rain forrest. He wanted to show how truly special this place was, and how ingrained it is in PR culture. The knowledge he has is vast, and we were beyond grateful to have him as a guide. 10/10 experience.
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