El Yunque National Rainforest

Walk through a rainforest and leave the world behind!

Let the cool fresh air take over your senses. The sights and sounds of the wind and water will relax your mind.

As the walk progresses, you will see and hear many beautiful sights and sounds, such as a crystal clear river that flows through the rocks and trees along the walking path.

Your guide will tell you about this natural area and its flora & fauna during the walk.

If you love nature, this is an experience you don't want to miss!

Special Schedule Notes

This tour does not operate on Good Friday, July 4, July 25, Thanksgiving Day, December 24, 25 & 31 or January 1.

Tour Details

Your day will begin with a relaxing ride to the top of the National Rainforest called El Yunque. After narrated commentary about the natural wonders seen from the bus, you will arrive at your drop point where you will start your adventure with a pre-walk orientation before heading into the interior section.

Once underway, you will start along a natural trail as you walk into the forest. Your guide will provide knowledgeable commentary about such things as:

Annual Rainfall Amounts
Hurricanes and Their Role in the Forest
Tree and Plant Life Existing in the Forest
Birds, Spiders, Insects and Small Mammals that May Be Seen in the Forest
Rivers, Waterfalls and Aquatic Life
Elevations and Temperatures
Rainforest History

Once you reach the break point at a fabulous waterfall called La Mina, it'll be time to stop and relax under the majestic canopy of the rainforest as you enjoy snacks and cold water supplied in your backpack. Your guides may give you the opportunity to wade into a crystal clear pool and wash away your tensions and troubles as La Mina Falls cascades over your body. Wading into the water may not be available if weather and rainfall have been excessive, as a protection for the ecosystem.

After the 30-minute break, you will begin your return from the mystic walk and natural wonder known as El Yunque.

Important Notes

~ If you wish to have the opportunity of wading in the La Mina water, please do not wear heavy body chemicals or insect repellants.
~ This activity is a "No Swimming" activity under DNRA 7241.
~ No one under the influence of drugs or alcohol will be permitted to partake in the activity.
~ No children under the age of six years allowed.
~ Activity is semi-athletic.
~ This tour is not suggested for people who have the following health concerns: back problems, knee surgery.

Hotel Pick-Ups

Pickups are available in San Juan only. You must choose the "with transportation" option to be picked up in San Juan for this tour. PLEASE NOTE: SAN JUAN IS APPROXIMATELY 75 MINUTES FROM THE SITE OF THE RAINFOREST NATURE WALK ADVENTURE, SO PICKUP TIMES WILL OCCUR WELL BEFORE THE TOUR TIME.

Approximate Pick-Up Times in San Juan:

8:00 am - Old San Juan area
8:15 am - Condado area
8:45 am - Isla Verde area
9:30 am - Rio Grande area

Included:

~ Two (2) CPR and First Aid Certified Guides for each 25 guests
~ First Aid Equipment and Radio Communications
~ Lightweight Canvas Backpack (one per guest)
~ Clean dry towel (one per guest)
~ 8 oz. Cold Water bottle (one per guest, in backpack)
~ Pre-packaged Snack of assorted crackers and cookies (one per guest, in backpack)
~ Knowledgeable Guide Commentary

Suggested Apparel:

~ T-Shirts, Lightweight Jackets, Shorts (apparel that can get wet)
~ Change of Dry Clothes
~ Shoes - Walking Boots, High-Top Shoes, Hiking Boots, Strap-On Water Shoes (Please understand that a change of shoes may be necessary, as this is a nature walk along natural trails...and mud and water may be encountered during this walk)

You May Want To Bring:

~ Plastic Bag for your wet or muddy items
~ Rain Gear, Jacket, or Umbrella
~ Still or Video Camera (bring at your own risk)
~ Insect Repellant (Botanical Repellant supplied at site)

Please Leave Behind:

~ Jewelry, Watches, Bracelets, Wallets - anything you do not want to lose!
~ Radios, Walkmans, Noisemakers of any kind that may disturb the surrounding environment
~ Tobacco items of any kind - smoking is prohibited
~ Matches or lighters - no fire of any kind will be permitted
~ Alcohol - no alcohol possession or consumption is allowed

Tour provides for optional hotel pick-up and drop-off at San Juan hotels. There is a six person minimum for this tour to operate. You may be required to wait for confirmation until we have met the minimum number required for the tour to depart. Please reserve online, or call us toll-free at 800-750-2990.