El Yunque Off the Beaten Path Tour with Transportation Discount Tickets

Overview

Feeling adventurous? Dare to explore a different zone of El Yunque, while enjoying in a safe and guided way, the different water activities this natural park has to offer. Experience the beauty of El Yunque Rainforest while hiking, river trekking and rock climbing.  Enjoy spotting its flora and fauna, scenic views and gorgeous hidden waterfalls, natural pools and slides. This is a moderate to strenuous activity and may not be suitable for everyone.  Please read entire description before booking in order to avoid any inconveniences. For an educational, low impact tour please see our other version "El Yunque National Forest Half-Day Tour".

Redemption Instructions

• Comfortable tennis or hiking shoes are required. • It is recommended you also bring water shoes, swimsuit, towel and a change of clothes. • Pregnant women, persons with knee and/or back injuries or recent surgeries, those with walking disabilities or physical impairments, or other serious medical conditions cannot participate on this tour. • Operates based on weather and river conditions, there is a possibility of cancellation if conditions are not found safe during rainy days. • Children must be accompanied by an adult (not suitable for children under 7 years). • Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late, non-arrival of cruise ship or for neglecting to inform proper cruise schedule or location. • Please 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. • Use of lifejacket and helmet is mandatory. $100 fee will apply for each piece of equipment if not returned. • ONCE AT THE FOREST, should a person not be capable, or decide not to participate on the tour, an additional pick up fee of $65.00 will apply in order to be returned to the hotel. • Additional transfer fee to towns outside of selected San Juan/Metro area will apply (each way):Rio Grande / Dorado / Fajardo/ Humacao. • Due to safety reasons participants must be able to understand English or Spanish. Legally blind or deaf persons are not able to participate due to the same. A Private tour would be the most appropriate option on these cases. • Bespoke LM Reserves the Right of Admission - If a person appears to be under the influence of alcohol or drugs, not following COVID19 protocols or not dressed appropriately (due safety) the Guide has the right to Cancel their reservation at any moment, and No Refunds will be issued due to this.

Pickup Information

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

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Spanish-GUIDE

Itinerary

Inclusion

Local guide

USCG certified Lifejackets.

Park fees

Certified helmet

Pick-up and drop-off (within touristic zone and selected San Juan areas only)

Bottled water and light snacks.

Exclusion

Lunch

Pick up/ drop off in towns outside of San Juan (ex Rio Grande, Dorado). Meeting location available.

Cancellation Policy

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

Additional Info

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Please dress appropriately: Wear hiking shoes (tennis with a good grip also works). Can also bring water shoes for when you go into the river . Please note: shoes will get wet and very muddy

Wear comfortable clothing, swimsuit underneath, bring a towel and change of clothes. Wear sunscreen and mosquito repellent.

You must have a good breakfast before departing on this activity.

Pregnant women, persons with knee and/or back injuries or recent surgeries, those with walking disabilities or physical impairments, or other serious medical conditions cannot participate on this excursion.

Children must be accompanied by an adult (not suitable for children under 7 years).

Due to safety reasons participants must be able to understand English or Spanish. Legally blind or deaf persons are not able to participate due to the same. A Private tour would be the most appropriate option on these cases.

Bus will wait only 5 minutes after your assigned pick up time. No refunds will be issued if you miss your pick up.

On Saturdays the hike is longer and more challenging since we depart from a different point.

Once you begin the excursion, you must finish it all the way up to the second stop and return back with the group.

Use of lifejacket and helmet is mandatory. $100 fee will apply for each piece of equipment if not returned.

Failure to provide hotel/lodging information upon booking may result in bus not being able to pick you at your location or close to it. No refunds will be issued if you miss your pick up.

At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers MUST provide the following information: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and/or re-boarding time.

Complimentary pick up in Old San Juan, Condado, Isla Verde, Miramar and Calle Loiza areas (contact us for additional assistance).

Please travel light and only bring the necessary to the excursion. Leave behind electronic devices, any important documentation like passport, large sums of cash or credit cards. Cell phones require waterproof case and can be brought under your own risk..

Operates based on weather and river conditions, there is a possibility of cancellation if conditions are not found safe during rainy days.

Estimated excursion duration of 8 hours includes: 3.5 - 4hours at the forest, 1.5 hr driving each way, pick ups and lunch time. Subject to traffic conditions.

Published starting time is only an estimate. Exact pick up time will be provided the ** day prior ** to your excursion.

Bespoke LM Reserves the Right of Admission - If a person appears to be under the influence of alcohol or drugs, not following instructions, being disruptive or not dressed appropriately (due safety) the Guide has the right to Cancel their reservation at any moment, and No Refunds will be issued due to this.

Persons with the previously listed health restrictions cannot participate on the excursion. No refunds will be authorized if a person neglects to read complete description and does not meet the safety requirements and limitations on the day of the activity.