Itinerary
Please read carefully for all safety requirements and limitations for this excursion:
After arriving in Ceiba, your initial hike will start as pure adventure. You will cross a river (sometimes water can reach waist height), and embark on an approximate 30-minute journey on a dirt/rock path and muddy terrain.
This trail is surrounded by bamboo trees, rainforest flowers, and many other beautiful plants. After the hike, you will mostly enjoy water activities. First, visit a river and collecting pool that forms at the base of a waterfall. Take the time here to cool off in its refreshing waters.
We will then proceed to another hike and rock climb in order to visit more natural pools (the more strenuous part). Here you will have the opportunity to cliff jump into the pools, swing from a rope, or go down the natural water slides (these are optional, but once you climb the rock to jump, you must complete the activity). We will then return by hiking the same path we arrived on.
After the activity ends, we will stop at a local restaurant for a late lunch (food cost not included) before returning to San Juan or your initial meeting point. This stop tends to take 1 to 1.5 hours.
Stop At:
• El Yunque Hiking Area, El Yunque National Forest Puerto Rico
See Availability.
Traveler pickup is offered
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.
Ports
07:00 AM
8 hours(approx.)
Not wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
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.
While the excursion explores the El Yunque region, it does not visit the El Yunque National Forest, managed by the U.S. Forest Service
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.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 28 travelers
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Posted By : kalliyahd2024
Just got back from my tour and I had to write something! It was so wonderful. I went with Adrianna who was so sweet and so kind. I was on a solo trip and I was feeling a bit weird because my birthday is this week and my husband is deployed, so I am celebrating it alone. But Adri made me feel so welcomed and cared for!! She took photos of everyone too and it was so cute. She’s a girls girl!!!!! The hike itself wasn’t too far or challenging, and the water was so cool and refreshing. Definitely booking again!!!
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Posted On : 2024-05-13
Posted By : David_M
Had a great time doing this excursion, really was off the beaten path, but the waterfalls and the rivers where great to lounge in, for the adventures types who enjoy sliding down a waterfall or leaping off a cliff this is for you. Our guide, Andriana, was the best, cheerful and full of energy. She made sure you had a great time and all with love. 🫶
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Posted On : 2024-04-28
Posted By : Alison_F
We had such an amazing experience. Kids, adults all had so much fun. George went above and beyond in regards to safety, guidance (particular clear and direct) and even extra suggestions for the rest of our trip. He didn't need to do half of what he did and we are so grateful. Forever memories ❤️
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Posted On : 2024-04-15
Posted By : dmkm53
Not sure where to start. All 10 of us agreed this was the favorite excursion ever. Our tour guide, Jason, was the best. We did the Off the Beaten Path and it was fantastic. It rained a little the day we went, but we knew we were in a rain forest so no one cared. We were surprised about the "muddy experience" in getting to the waterfall, but we embraced it and it turned out to be one of our favorite hikes. Jumping off the cliffs was such fun and even the outdoorsy 70 year olds in our group loved it.
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Posted On : 2024-04-12
Posted By : Kourtney_H
Adriana was amazing. Me and my husband were in a group of 11. We reached the 1st pool before the big crowds. She encouraged us to try the hike up to the slide, and I’m glad we did! If you have an issue climbing over large rocks and staying low…you might find it a little challenging. We enjoyed every minute as she guided us on where to step and how to stay safe. The jump off the cliffs and the swing rope were also fun. She gave us good instructions on how to do so safely. On the way back we stopped at a local restaurant and the food was really good. Overall the trip was a good time and Adriana was a great guide.
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Posted On : 2024-04-05
Posted By : Tamara_N
Hector and Anthony were amazing guides. They were helpful, funny, and accommodating. As someone who thought about going self guided, I really suggest doing this tour if it is your first time visiting the rainforest.
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Posted On : 2024-04-03
Posted By : John P
Aliana and Elias took us on a lovely journey up river to pools in the Yunque rainforest. Good humor and good energy from both of our guides. Well worth doing this on your trip to Puerto Rico.
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Posted On : 2024-03-28
Posted By : Rausa_M
It was fun hiking and getting into the water. We enjoyed the adventure. Would recommend a weekday since it was crowded on Sunday. Our guides were great and kept us safe!
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Posted On : 2024-03-27
Posted By : christopheroy
The scenery was beautiful, and all of the staff were exceptionally friendly and helpful. However, marketing this tour as “off the beaten path “borders on the ridiculous. There were probably 100 people on the path and three times that many at the waterfall. Lovely flora, but no fauna. We would have much preferred more hiking, way less downtime at the waterfall and guides who would explain what it is we were seeing. Maybe you should rename this “the overcrowded and exceptionally muddy tour.”
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Posted On : 2024-03-12
Posted By : Grace_F
The water slide!! Swimming in the pools was a very fun time, but it was amazing to be able to go down a rock waterslide for the first time.
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Posted On : 2024-03-10
