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Discover El Yunque National Park: Half-Day Rainforest Tour

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San Juan, Puerto Rico
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On average, this is booked 29 (14.09) days in advance.

5 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Take time to escape to heaven on Earth in this half day tour, and let the natural beauty of El Yunque Rainforest captivate you with its lush green vegetation, amazing flora, huge boulders, cascading rivers and scenic views. Visit the only Tropical Rainforest in the US Federal jurisdiction, with over 28,000 continuous acres. Immerse yourself with the vibrating energy of El Yunque’s rivers and clean air, just like the indigenous Taíno tribe did centuries ago while

Our certified tour guide will provide amazing history and stories during the course of the tour. Visit the renewed Portal Visitor's Center where you will be able to interact with some of it's flora and fauna, among others. Stop at the world famous La Coca Waterfall, the perfect setting for picture opportunities.  We will also climb at the Yocahú Observation Tower, and stop at other areas to enjoy the different views of El Yunque. 

This is a low impact activity suitable for all ages and does not involve any hiking.

What's Included

  • Live narration in English
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Entry to El Yunque National Forest
  • Gratuities
  • This tour does not include a stop for lunch
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Meeting and Pickup

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Complimentary pick up only in selected areas of San Juan: Old San Juan, Condado, Isla Verde, Miramar, Ocean Park and Calle Loiza.Meeting point available in Rio Grande.Exact pick up time will be provided the day prior to the tour.

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El Portal Visitor Center - El Yunque National Forest

Experience begins with a visit to El Portal Visitor's Center in order to learn thru different interactive methods all about the flora and fauna that habitats here. Appreciate the beauty of live Puerto Rican parrots, do a small (handicapped accesible) trail to enjoy tropical flowers or visit the Rainforest's gift shop.As you wander along the trail, your guide will introduce you to the exotic varieties of flowers and the fresh ginger that grow alongside your route. You’ll also learn about the reserve’s significance to the local Taino Indians, who have long considered the area as sacred.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Catarata La Coca

Appreciate up close and personal the world known 85 feet (26 m) La Coca waterfall. Here you will have great picture opportunities!
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

El Yunque National Forest

We will then visit other areas of the Forest, as your Certified tour guide continues to share interesting facts about the Rainforest and Puerto Rico in general.A stop at Yocahú Observation Tower, where you will climb 98 spiral steps to the top where views are unobstructed and far-reaching. At this point you are 1,500 feet (457 m) above sea level.Depending on the group pace and cruise passengers schedule, a final stop at Angelito Trail (or equivalent) may be done in order to visit another waterfall and/or river. This is a bonus stop. It is not guaranteed as part of the tour.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children 0-6 years must use car seats in order to participate on tour (can be provided complimentary if requested with anticipation, and is subject to availability).
  • Children must have purchased ticket regardless the age.
  • 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. Bespoke Lifestyle Management will not be responsible for lost or stolen belongings. No luggage allowed on the buses.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Discover El Yunque National Park: Half-Day Rainforest Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Live narration in English
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Entry to El Yunque National Forest
  • Complimentary pickup and drop-off in selected areas of San Juan (Old San Juan, Condado and Isla Verde locations and touristic zones)
  • First aid equipment
  • Bottled Water and light snacks
  • Certified Tour Guide
  • Gratuities
  • This tour does not include a stop for lunch

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late or non-arrival of cruise ship
  • At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: contact phone number or email, ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
  • A minimum of 8 persons is required for the tour to operate. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund. This activity operates on limited days a week.
  • The duration of transfers from San Juan to the Forest is 1 hour each way approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions. Estimate activity duration includes driving time.
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
  • Have a good breakfast before departing, as this tour does not include stop to eat.
  • Children 0-6 years must use car seats in order to participate on tour (can be provided complimentary if requested with anticipation, and is subject to availability).
  • Children must have purchased ticket regardless the age.
  • 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. Bespoke Lifestyle Management will not be responsible for lost or stolen belongings. No luggage allowed on the buses.
  • Please be ready at confirmed location 5-10 minutes prior to the confirmed time, bus will only wait 5 minutes per pick up stop.
  • The El Yunque National Forest Half Day tour is led by Bespoke Lifestyle Management, who operates under special use permit 4024-03 on the El Yunque National Forest and operates on a non-discriminatory basis.
  • Bespoke LM Reserves the Right of Admission - If a person appears to be under the influence of alcohol or drugs or not following instructions the Guide has the right to Cancel their reservation at any moment, and No Refunds will be issued due to this.
  • Published starting time is only an estimate. Exact pick up time will be provided the DAY PRIOR to your tour.
  • This is a low impact activity suitable for all ages and does not involve any hiking
  • Depending on the group pace and schedule, we may do a final stop at Puente Roto river for a quick dip. Come prepared in the event we are able to!
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers

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