Private MEGA El Yunque Full Day Tour: Rainforest, Rivers, Beaches
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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Private MEGA El Yunque Full Day Tour: Rainforest, Rivers, Beaches
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What's included in Private MEGA El Yunque Full Day Tour: Rainforest, Rivers, Beaches
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Paseo Tablado de Pinones
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
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
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.
Inclusions
- Typical finger foods (local fried delicacies - 1 pp)
- Use of Snorkelling equipment
- All Fees and Taxes
- 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!
- Lunch options available for an additional cost
- Travel/accidents insurance not included
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Alcoholic drinks only for 18+
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Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Please arrive at the pick up point 10 minutes before departure time.
Meeting / End Points
- 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.
