El Yunque National Rainforest and Luquillo Beach Tour
Discover the natural beauty of El Yunque National Forest on a guided tour from San Juan. After being picked up from our locations, we will take you to the main recreational areas of El Yunque National Forest driving up to nearly 1,600 feet to enjoy the majestic views of the east coast from the Yokahu Observation Tower. Next, stop at the La Coca Waterfall for pictures. Then, cool off with a swim in one of the natural pools on Mameyes River (subject to weather conditions) after a short natural walk of 15 minutes. After 2 hours in the rainforest, we will drive down to Luquillo Beach and kiosk area. Have the chance to swim at the beach or get some local food and drinks
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El Yunque National Rainforest and Luquillo Beach Tour
Pickup included
What's included in El Yunque National Rainforest and Luquillo Beach Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
El Yunque National Forest
After pickups are made, we will drive around 40 min to El Yunque National Rainforest. in this area we will make 3 stops; Yokahu Tower, La Coca Falls and a nature walk of 15 min that will take us Mameyes river for swimming.
Yokahu Tower
This 69 foot tower was built by Dr. Frank H. Wadsworth (former Forest Supervisor and Director of IITF) in the early 1960’s. Four types of the forest can be viewed from Yokahú Tower: Colorado (smooth to the south), Tabonuco (irregular surrounding with white-leaved Yagrumos), Palm (on the steep slopes) and Cloud Forest (on the ridges) are all visible along with the coastline and all the way to the Virgin Islands on a clear day (10 mile + view).
Catarata La Coca
At an elevation of 1, 476 feet (450 meters) above sea level, La Coca Falls is a spectacular waterfall! The waters of La Coca Falls drop 85 feet (26 meters) onto a huge rock formation at the bottom of the falls. This is an excellent spot to take photos.
Inclusions
- Entry Fees
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Tour Guide
- water bottles
- Cost of Food
- Gratuities
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Meet
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 45 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
We will pick you on general areas all of them hotels -Caribe Hilton (8:45am) -Marriott Stellaris (9:00am) -Fairmont El San Juan Hotel (9:15am) on private tours we will pick you up directly at your place of stay or cruise ports.
Meeting / End Points
- We will set up an area close to road 191 in El Yunque.
