El Yunque Tour: a unique adventure to hike, rope swing and rock jump in the USA’s only tropical rainforest

For the true adventurers out there, this is an unmissable opportunity to discover the immense possibilities that the El Yunque rainforest holds. El Yunque tours will take you through phenomenal flora and fauna, before you rock jump and swish down naturally formed rock slides into the basin of a waterfall. This trip isn’t for the faint-hearted but made for thrill-seekers looking to make memories that will last a lifetime.

Highlights of the El Yunque Tour

Taste fresh local produce.
Hike through the flora, fauna and wildlife exclusive to El Yunque.
Slide down a natural water slide into a waterfall.
Rope swing and jump off rocks into the river.
Refresh and relax in the natural pools.
Savor Puerto Rican flavours in a local restaurant.

Tour Information

Duration: 10 hours
Pick-up and drop-off from your hotel.
Availability: this tour requires a minimum of 6 travelers to participate.

Itinerary

This action-packed day will begin when your guide picks you up from your accommodation. Your transfer into the rainforest will take you through 4 typically scenic Puerto Rican towns before you take a refreshing stop to pick up some local fruit; here you will also have the opportunity to purchase local fritters or fresh fruit smoothies. Your journey will then recommence and take you straight into the heart of Puerto Rico’s most majestic natural wonder.

On your arrival into the forest, you will have a brief safety orientation and be kitted out with all the necessary protective equipment. This is where the adventure starts. Next you will take a guided hike through the extraordinary flora and fauna which make up the 29,000 acres of this sub-tropical rainforest. Make sure you stay on the lookout for some of the wildlife which is native only to the El Yunque; the Puerto Rican Parrot is particularly rare and endangered, with approximately only 13 left in the world, all of which remain in this very forest.

Having played the part of the explorer, it’s now time to go back to school and relish in the excitement of being in a natural playground. Rope swing into natural pools, rock jump into the basins of waterfalls and glide down naturally formed slides in the midst of rapids. Get your adrenaline fix before relaxing to the soothing soundtrack of cascading water with fresh fruit to hand to satiate the hunger you have inevitably worked up.

Before heading back to your accommodation, you will have the chance dry off and change clothing. To conclude the day, your guide will take you to a popular local restaurant where you will be able to purchase freshly cooked Puerto Rican cuisine. This is the perfect way to complete a day filled with adventure and exploration.

What’s Included in the El Yunque Tour

Round trip transportation.
Professional guides with Lifeguard, CPR and First Aid certifications.
Snacks of local fruit.
Photographs of your day.
Personal safety equipment.
Light snacks and refreshments.

What to Bring

Change of clothes (including towel and footwear).
Bathing suit (please wear this underneath your hiking clothing).
Comfortable hiking clothes, that can get wet/dirty.
Money for dinner at a local restaurant.
Items can be left in vehicle during the rainforest tour.

Important Information

No fixed lunch will be provided, only light snacks throughout the day, until dinner at 4pm (16:00).
This excursion requires moderate fitness and agility levels and is recommended for guests with an active lifestyle.
Minimum age is 8 years old.
Not suitable for pregnant women, or those who have had recent surgeries.
This day tour requires a minimum of 6 travelers to participate; if this minimum is not met, you will be offered alternatives (a different date/payment options for a private tour/full refund).
This tour may be cancelled due to weather conditions; you will be contacted and offered alternatives if this is the case (a different date/a different tour/full refund).
Cancellation policy: a full refund will be made if you cancel up to 48 hours before the departure of your tour. Cancellations made less than 48 hours before, no-shows and late arrivals will maintain a full charge.