Private MEGA El Yunque Full Day Tour: Rainforest, Rivers, Beaches

4.8 (22 reviews) 8 h 30 min Free cancellation Private tour

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About this activity

Let's explore Puerto Rico's most amazing northeastern region and its 5 unique municipalities on our full-day private or semi-private (up to 6 pax. max.)cultural tour with a certified guide Professor Nat!

The landscapes and ecosystems are mind-boggling.The Northeast covers coastal forests, seagrass beds, coral reefs, and pristine beaches.

We'll start with exotic beach food emporia in Piñones, tasting the famous authentic 'fritura'. Next, mysterious Loiza will transport us across the ocean to a world of African culture. Enjoy a local barbecue lunch to go (extra charge, picnic style).

Then, to El Yunque forest private terrains in Rio Grande, where we'll hike through the lush tropical forest to the sacred river bath for the Taino Indians.

A yummy natural local fruits frappe and juice bar is next, to keep that healthy vibe going!

Finally, we'll head to Luquillo, Puerto Rico's finest beach. You can indulge in the finest sand and turquoise waters.

The itinerary order is subject to change.

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At a glance

Duration: 8 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–6
Guide: Russian, Ukrainian, English, Spanish
Operated by: Professor Nat Tours

Ages: Children (2–6 years) · Youth (7–15 years) · Adults (16–54 years) · Seniors (55–80 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Snacks: Typical finger foods (local fried delicacies - 1 pp)
Included: Use of snorkeling equipment: Use of Snorkelling equipment
Included: All Fees and Taxes
Included: Alcoholic beverages: Puerto Rican finest rums have assured the best cocktails of the Caribbean. You’ll taste cocktail made with Puerto Rican rum that will make you want to come faster to this paradise again!

Not included

Not included: Lunch options available for an additional cost
Not included: Travel/accidents insurance not included

Itinerary

Paseo Tablado de Pinones

45 min

In our cultural tour you will visit the town of Piñones where its rich culture, music and art is attributed to enslaved african ancestors from hundreds of year ago. Municipality of Loíza is arguably among the purest centers of true African culture in the Western world, tracing its ancestors to the Yoruba tribe of West Africa. Piñones is a must see picturesque ocean drive to Loíza where you can enjoy local dining experiences and practice what Puerto Ricans call chinchorreo. Sample delicious finger foods specialties ( 1pp included).
Loiza

30 min

The Municipality of Loíza in the island of Puerto Rico is home of a beautiful and easy-access cavern that is not too far away from Piñones sector: Cueva María de la Cruz. One of the earliest signs of human habitation was found at Loíza in the Cueva de María la Cruz- remains of the first Puerto Rico’s settlers, the Arcaico indigenous people, were found in this cave during an exploration led by anthropologist Dr. Ricardo Alegría in 1948.

This cavern is a limestone gem that shelters remarkable cave and limestone formations.
Balneario La Monserrate Luquillo Beach

1 h 30 min

Among top 30 world's beaches is the Balneario La Monserrate in the eastern region of Puerto Rico, specifically in the town of Luquillo.The water is warm and calm and clear. Perfect for anyone but especially nice for families. The beach is lined with palm and almond trees.The clean, golden sand stretches for about a mile, backed by a grove of coconut palms, earning the locals the nickname of Los come cocos (the coconut eaters). In the distance you can see the dramatic peaks of El Yunque rainforest cloaked in purple thunder clouds.
Luquillo Beach

one hour

Famous seemingly endless string of friquitines, or kiosks sellings delectably rich local seafood specialties , Luquillo Kiosks are comprised of a row of around 60 family-owned kiosks selling food, drinks, and souvenirs.This is a perfect pitstop for fresh oysters and local food staples after enjoying a beach day on the east coast and a hiking at El Yunque.
El Yunque National Forest

2 hours

Easy picturesque hike through the El Yunque rain forest to the sacred for Taino Indians river bath. Soak in the cool water of the only tropical rainforest in the USDA National Forest system. The El Yunque National Forest offers great biodiversity with distinct and varied ecological zones within a comparatively small area. Hundreds of different animal species make El Yunque their home, among them 26 endemic to the island. Eels, chopa fish and river shrimp can be seen in the cristal clear waters.
Canovanas

Passing by

Driving back to the metropolitan area to the Panadería España or Condado. We'll drive on the Highway 66 via municipality of Canovanas, known as la Cuna de los Indios (“The Indians' Cradle”), or Pueblo Valeroso (“The Valiant Town”), in part because the local tribe helped defend the Spaniards from the native Taíno uprising in 1511. But the name that is most relevant nowadays is la Ciudad de las Carreras (“The Racing Horse Town”) since it is home to the only horse track on the Island and the local culture is closely tied to equestrian sport. With this we complete our exploration of five municipalities of the Northeast.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

We'll happily pick you up within metropolitan area or we'll meet up at the most authentic Spanish/Puerto Rican bakery in the Metropolitan area! Reach half an hour earlier to enjoy a scrumptious breakfast with delicious local coffee and Mallorca.

End point

We'll happily pick you up within metropolitan area or we'll meet up at the most authentic Spanish/Puerto Rican bakery in the Metropolitan area! Reach half an hour earlier to enjoy a scrumptious breakfast with delicious local coffee and Mallorca.

Pickup points

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Juan Hotel & Casino
Room 15 Skyline Sips & Santurce Charm
Casa General
Room 14 Chill City Veranda Near Miramar
Magdalena 1163
Ficus Hotel
Condado Palm Inn San Juan, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Hotel Iberia - San Juan
HiBird Apartment And Suites Hotel
Tropica Beach Hotel
Room 6 Affordable Cool in Santurce Arts Area
Numero Uno Beach House

and 37 more pickup points

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.