From San Juan: El Yunque Forest Off the Beaten Path Tour

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From San Juan: El Yunque Forest Off the Beaten Path Tour
Top rated
4.7291665 out of 5 stars
4.7
4.7291665 out of 5 stars
192 reviews

Seek out some of El Yunque National Forest's hidden gems during this guided tour. See waterfalls and rivers, swim in clear water pools, and walk through nature trails.

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Duration 8 hours
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Live tour guide
English, Spanish
Pickup included
Your bus will only wait 5 minutes after your assigned pickup time. Please note that no refunds will be issued if you miss your pickup. Transportation is included from selected San Juan areas: Old San Juan, Miramar, Condado, Calle Loiza, and Isla Verde.

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Andrea – United States

Our guides were fantastic and took great care of us and kept us safe. Bus transportation seemed essential, I think it would be really hard to navigate getting there and parking in a rental. That’s said: This didn’t feel super “off the beaten path.” The park was crowded and I wish we could have gone farther in. We just kind of climbed up a few paths to get to the water activities, which were fun (rope swing, cliff jump) but I wanted more hiking.

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Joshua – United States

The guide, Julian and the driver/assistant Elias really made the trip fun and safe. Definitely do wear closed-toed shoes that you don’t mind getting completely wet. So long as you listen to all the instructions your guide gives you you will have a great time.

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Highlights

  • Escape the crowds on this off-the-beaten-path exploration of El Yunque
  • Feel like an explorer while visiting off-trail waterfalls and hidden swimming spots
  • Check out the bamboo trees, rainforest flowers, and many other beautiful plants

Full description

Feel like a true explorer on an off-the-beaten-path tour in the heart of the El Yunque Rainforest. Avoid big crowds as you blaze a trail to the lesser-known attractions of the lush tropical rainforest.

The initial hike is a 25-30 minute journey up a rock and dirt path with some river wading. This trail is surrounded by bamboo trees, rainforest flowers, and many other beautiful plants.

Visit a collecting pool that forms at the base of a waterfall. Here you will have the opportunity to swim in its crystal clear waters and admire the colors of its deep pools. Enjoy the cascades of the waterfall and take the opportunity to snap pictures.

Continue exploring the rainforest and end your adventure in another pool area, the rainforest's best-kept secret. After a few minutes of hiking, arrive at a river where you can swim, swing from a rope into the river, and enjoy natural water slides.

Includes

  • Pickup and drop-off
  • USCG certified life jackets and helmets
  • Park entrance fees
  • Bottled water
  • Light snacks
  • Additional food and drinks
  • Gratuities

Not suitable for

  • Children under 7 years
  • Pregnant women
  • People with mobility impairments
  • People with heart problems
  • People with vertigo
  • People with altitude sickness
  • People with pre-existing medical conditions

Important information

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Swimwear
  • Change of clothes
  • Towel
  • Hiking shoes
  • Sunscreen
  • Insect repellent
  • Water shoes
  • Helmet

Know before you go

  • You must be physically capable of climbing, walking through steep, rocky, muddy trails, and have the balance to walk on uneven surfaces
  • Due to safety reasons, you must be able to understand English or Spanish. Persons with disabilities such as mute-deaf or legally blind, please book a private tour to have a dedicated guide to accommodate all needs
  • On Saturdays, the hike is longer and more challenging since we depart from a different point
  • The activity is subject to last-minute cancellations due to weather and river conditions
  • In the event of cancellation, you will be offered other options, such as a reschedule for the next day or a refund
  • No refunds will be authorized if you neglect to read the description and comply with safety requirements and limitations

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.7 /5

based on 192 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.9/5
  • Transportation
    4.8/5
  • Value for money
    4.6/5

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Andrea – United StatesMay 28, 2025 – Verified booking
Our guides were fantastic and took great care of us and kept us safe. Bus transportation seemed essential, I think it would be really hard to navigate getting there and parking in a rental. That’s said: This didn’t feel super “off the beaten path.” The park was crowded and I wish we could have gone farther in. We just kind of climbed up a few paths to get to the water activities, which were fun (rope swing, cliff jump) but I wanted more hiking.
J
Joshua – United StatesMay 20, 2025 – Verified booking
The guide, Julian and the driver/assistant Elias really made the trip fun and safe. Definitely do wear closed-toed shoes that you don’t mind getting completely wet. So long as you listen to all the instructions your guide gives you you will have a great time.
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Jason – United StatesMarch 27, 2025 – Verified booking
The guides Felix and Christian made the trip. they were phenomenal. The waterslode, cliff jump and rope swing were fun too. The place we stopped for lunch had great food.

Product ID: 400229

Activity provider:Bespoke Lifestyle Management, Inc.

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