El Yunque National Forest Adventure and Luquillo Beach Combo: A Sensory Journey into Nature's Beauty
4.6
122 Ratings
Yokahu Observation Tower
Embark on a half-day adventure at El Yunque National Forest and Luquillo Beach. Explore the rainforest, swim in pure water, and immerse yourself in nature's beauty.
Duration:
6 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Yokahu Observation Tower - Dr. Frank H. Wadsworth, a former forest supervisor and director of the IITF, constructed this 69-foot tower in the early 1960s. On a clear day, the Virgin Islands may be seen from Yokah Tower, along with the coastline and four different types of forest: Colorado (smooth to the south), Tabonuco (irregular surrounding with white-leaved Yagrumos), Palm (on the steep slopes), and Cloud Forest (on the peaks). To the east, in the upper Mameyes Valley, is the deep ancient forest of the Bao de Oro Research Natural Area.
What's Included
- Round trip transportation from San Juan area.
- Live-commentary and interpretations about the Ecosystem in English or Spanish.
What's Not Included
- Lunch
- Ponchos, Mosquito repellent, nor Waterproof cell phone pouches are provided
Additional Information
Attune your feelings with the outdoors and accompany us on a half-day expedition to the foothills of Luquillo Rainforest. Experience the thrill of discovering a new destination, swimming in a pristine river that originates from the top of the very mountain you are on. Our guide will lead you on an unforgettable trip where you will marvel at your surroundings, observe stunning landmarks, take invigorating plunges in the rivers, and thoroughly savour this Nature Walk.
Our guide will collect you from your hotel or venue at the previously agreed pick-up time (please contact us for confirmation). From there, we will travel eastwards along the coastal road, paralleling the gorgeous beaches of the town of Loíza. The exposition about our Puerto Rican culture, along with live commentary and explanation of your surroundings, can be provided in both English and Spanish during the journey. After this, we return back to your accommodation.
(Please note that swimming is subject to weather conditions)
- You must be able to swim in order to enjoy the river.
- Minimum age is 6 years.
- This excursion explores the El Yunque National Forest, managed by the U.S. Forest Service
Location
Yokahu Observation Tower
Pr-191
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.6
(122 Ratings)
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Margarettl2024
May 9, 2024
Amazing Tropical Rainforest Adventure - Amazing views! Great information from Rafeal our guide. He was awesome. But why do tourists have to stand in middle of attraction when other tourists are trying to take pictures? Thankfully my phone can erase her. (La Coca waterfall). We got to swim in river of a Tropical Rainforest! Amazing! Weather wasn't great for beach after. But great Mojito at kiosks.
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Stephanie_p
May 1, 2024
El Yunque National Forest and Luquillo beach tour - Our tour guy Rafael was amazing! He was super kind & funny and made us feel comfortable. He was very informative and made us feel safe, the experience itself was unique and very doable. Was a little sad that we couldn’t swim in the river because of the weather but overall it was great!
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174lisettem
Apr 27, 2024
El yunque - The yunque tour was amazing. The trail “angelito”was just right for both my husband and I. It was about 20 minutes down to the river. We wanted to see el yunque but did not want to hike too much. The waterfall “la coca”and lookout were amazing. The river was beautiful too. The drive up the mountains was nice. We were able to see the houses and small kiosks up in the mountains. The last part of the tour in luquillo beach was ok. The food kiosks and shops were ok. I would definitely take this tour again just to visit El Yunque. Our tour guide Rafael was great. Very knowledgeable, friendly and charming. We felt safe the entire time.
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Karen_s
Apr 26, 2024
Fun in El Yunque - Raphael, the tour guide, did an amazing job. Safety came first but he was also informative and entertaining. No problems going through Viator. Tour is exactly as described. The hardest part was deciding where to eat. So many good choices.
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Gerardus_k
Apr 22, 2024
Great tour for a large group! - This is a fantastic tour with a great guide. Very comfortable bus with A/C and we all loved the 3 stops in El Yunque and the Luquillo Beach stop at the end, where they have great bars and restaurants for your lunch and cocktails. The "hike" in the rain forest is beautiful and not difficult with the possibility to sim in the river at the end.
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Taylor_a
Apr 18, 2024
Beautiful Tour! Great guide! - This was a great sightseeing trip even despite the rain coming down steadingly almost the entire time (it is, after all, a rainforest on a tropical island). The rain meant we couldn't swim but also brought the waterfall to life! Be aware you spend about as much time driving as at the locations. Our tour guide Rafael was really fun, friendly and helpful! This is a good "sample platter" tour for those wanting to see the rainforest without delving too far in or taking a rigorous hike. It was really a nature walk with some small hills and slippery rocks/mud. The time in Luquillo was enough to enjoy a sit down lunch or the beach but not necessarily both (plan accordingly). Overall recommend for those wanting to see the rainforest in a light-activity mode.
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T9006qrkates
May 18, 2024
Informative bus tour - There was no hiking as the guide explained that the hiking trails were destroyed by the hurricane and are not yet restored. Basically a lot of time on the bus. Went to the tower which had a great view and two scenic areas but we did not get to walk in the rain forest at all. The two hours at the beach should have been three as there was not enough time to eat lunch (slow service) and spend time at the beach. The driver was awesome, he provided a wealth of historical, botanical and local cultural knowledge. He was five star unfortunately the trip itinerary was probably beyond his control.
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Thoa_p
May 13, 2024
More for elderly and children. No walk/hike thru the forest. - Very disappointed for the price we paid. This tour is more for elderly and children. No walk/hike thru the forest at all. You will only sit in the van and look. Didn't get to stop by the river because the water could be muddy per tour guy. The beach is beautiful but filthy, trash, broken glass, smell of weed everywhere. The tour guy was very nice & knowledgeable though.
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Danieljonathan_n
May 13, 2024
Not worth it - We started 1 hour late and stayed in El yunque for 1 hour and didn't do anything interactive like rock climbing or jumping from waterfalls and spent 3hours by the beach. Driver arrive 30 min late to pick us up. Not ideal if you're looking for all these I mentioned
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Marissa
Apr 22, 2024
Good for the price - This was fun experience. The first stop was a tower over looking the forest, that was gorgeous! Second, was a water fall, very pretty. Next was the river, that was meh, I expected more and it to be different. I do wish we got to explore the forest, it was awesome!!
My favorite was Luquillo beach.. not for the best itself that wasn’t too great but the FOOD! we tried a bunch of different food and drink and had a great time doing that.
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