Rainforest River Hike and Waterfalls Adventure
El Yunque: Features a variety of waterfalls, natural pools, lots of vibrant flowers, tropical large-leaf foliage, pristine freshwater rivers, streams, and small non-threatening wildlife. This is the most popular guided hiking offer with transportation tailored for average to advanced hikers. You will be in contact with mud, water, and rock surface elements most of the time. Climb up to a well-placed rope swing, slide down a natural waterslide, jump from cliff edges into deep natural pools, and swim. These adventurous elements require manual dexterity and can challenge you when faced with natural obstacles. This is an adventure playground inside of the forest. It’s not all adrenaline as some opt to relax, meditate, or bathe more casually in the natural pools surrounded by nature. You will have lots of photographic opportunities. A tropical fruit spread is included as a tropical snack. Overall, this experience accommodates the adventurous spirit, nature lover, and WANDERLUST.
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Rainforest River Hike and Waterfalls Adventure
What's included in Rainforest River Hike and Waterfalls Adventure
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
San Juan Metro Pick-up location at a supermarket. The driver/guide will meet the group here at this convenient centric location, check-in guests briefly and depart to the fruit stand. Max wait time 15 minutes for late arrivals. It takes about 45 minutes to complete check-in and drive to the fruit stand. Take advantage of this brief meeting point by arriving early for last-minute items: Deli Breakfast, acai bowls, coffee, atm, grocery, river water shoes, snacks etc...
2nd Meetup location on the way to the forest: This rustic fruit stand/ food kiosk, and gift shop is a local favorite for a 20-minute roadside quick stop. This planned stop for tropical fruit is purchased, packed, and later handled on the trail by the guide to be served as a Tropical snack. Guests having their car for transportation can meet up here with the group. Convenient Food stop: Grandma's cooking like ribs, rotisserie chicken, rice and beans, yuca, stews, seafood, and much more is available to handpick from a quick-serve window to place on to-go trays. Try the local fritters, alcapurria, empanadillas, along with a tropical fruit smoothie. This is a planned brief last-minute food and bathroom break opportunity for those climbing out of bed late and didn't get breakfast. You may want spending money on hand for this stop.
El Yunque National Forest
El Yunque: Features a variety of waterfalls, natural pools, lots of vibrant flowers, tropical large-leaf foliage, pristine freshwater rivers, streams, and small non-threatening wildlife. This is the most popular spot for average to advanced hikers. You will be in contact with mud, water, and rock surface elements most of the time. Climb up to a well-placed rope swing, slide down a natural waterslide, jump from cliff edges into deep natural pools, and swim. These adventurous elements require manual dexterity and can be challenging for some, but are completely optional. This is an adventure playground inside of the forest. It’s not all adrenaline as some opt to relax, meditate, or forest bathe more casually in the natural pools. You will have lots of photographic opportunities. A tropical fruit spread is included as a light snack. Overall, this experience accommodates the adventurous spirit, nature-lovers, and fuels WANDERLUST. Driving and logistics: 2.5 hrs. Hiking time: 4 hours
Inclusions
- Bottled water
- General Photography of trip
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Tropical fruit spread as a light snack. Usually a selection of: Mango, Pineapple, Papaya, Avocado or ripe alternatives.
- Tips or Gratuities (Optional)
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Hiking time: Approximately 4 hours in the Forest. Vehicle Travel and logistics time: 2.5 hours overall.
- Proper Footwear: River trekking shoes with good grip in slippery, muddy, wet, rocky terrain
- Proper attire: Quick dry activewear, bathing suit, dry bag to port personal items and keep them dry. Don't wear lots of make-up, eye-lashes, jewelry etc.
- Protection Electronics: phone case with lanyard, camera's with cases or lanyard.
- This trip challenges the average persons limits: Ideal participants are flexible, optimistic, and ready for a physically engaging adventure.
- Bring a reusable sustainable water bottle! Plastic bottled water is offered as a last resort.
- Not recommended for travelers with recent surgeries, broken or sprain limbs, or joint issues.
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Coordinate with us if you are staying outside San Juan. Here the driver will purchase fruit for the experience and within 15-20 minutes the excursion will continue to the forest. Note: if you have a car you can meet us here and follow along to the parking area where the tour begins.
