El Yunque Forest + Bioluminescent Bays Tour

Walk through Puerto Rico's rainforest and discover its unique bays with this El Yunque Forest + Bioluminescent Bays Tour, including a kayak trip.

Description

The tour begins with pickup from your selected meeting point and proceeds north, stopping in Luquillo to explore local fruits. Next, you'll visit El Yunque Forest, recognized as the "natural wonder of Puerto Rico." You'll walk its trails to observe various animals and exotic plants, reach waterfalls, and swim in natural pools.

After this, lunch will be at a local restaurant with 30 minutes allotted for dining. Then, the tour continues to the bioluminescent bays.

In Fajardo Bay, you'll kayak as the sun sets, paddling to the Red Mangrove Forest to see dinoflagellates illuminating the water. You'll have the opportunity to view the sunset at Laguna Grande, where fish will glow in the dark. The return to San Juan is scheduled for 9:30 pm.

Meeting Point

Please indicate your preferred pickup location when booking from the following:

Royal Sonesta San Juan HotelKasalta BakerySan Juan Marriott Resort and Stellaris CasinoSeahorse Statue at Pier 6CVS Pharmacy Caridad Fajardo

Requirements

This excursion is moderately difficult. Participants must be in good physical condition. Those with neck or back issues, recent surgeries, pregnancy, epilepsy, or heart conditions are not eligible. The maximum weight limit is 238 lbs (108 kg) per person and 423 lbs (192 kg) per kayak.