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Explore the underwater world of Culebra Island during this snorkeling excursion to Flamenco Beach. A perfect snorkeling expedition for beginners or families with small children, the calm, clear, waters make for easy snorkeling and swimming. During the time at Culebra Island, you can choose to snorkel, swim, use the provided stand-up paddleboards, or simply relax.

Save time and get more out of your Puerto Rico vacation by ticking off two natural wonders in a day—El Yunque National Forest and Laguna Grande’s bioluminescent bay. Avoid car rental hassles with included hotel pickup and travel comfortably between sites. Enjoy a guided hike and swim in a rainforest river, then kayak at night in a glowing bioluminescent bay.

This combination tour includes a visit to Luquillo Beach, El Yunque Rainforest and a nighttime kayaking tour of Laguna Grande, a bioluminescent bay. Stroll a walkway the winds through the treetops of the forest canopy. After a leisurely lunch (and time for shopping), travel to Laguna Grande to witness the unique phenomenon of bioluminescence.

Explore the pristine beauty of Culebra Island on this full-day guided tour. After a scenic ferry ride, enjoy a minibus tour around town before embarking on an exciting snorkeling adventure in the Luis Peña Marine Reserve, where you’ll swim with sea turtles and explore vibrant coral reefs. Finish your day at the world-famous Flamenco Beach, relaxing on its white sands. Enjoy guided kayaking, snorkeling, and eco-friendly experiences with an expert guide.

Improve your chances of seeing Laguna Grande's bioluminescent glow with this group kayaking experience at night. Setting off from Fajardo and lead by a marine biologist, gain a deeper understanding of bioluminescence and the ecosystems as you paddle. This experience is suitable for kayakers of all levels, with a safety briefing issued before all expeditions.

Swap the bustle of San Juan for an immersive experience of Puerto Rico's natural beauty. This half-day tour takes you through the tropical rainforest of El Yunque where you learn all about its remarkable biological diversity while following natural trails, wading through rivers, and swimming in natural pools and waterfalls, with a group of no more than 30 people, which is half the number some tour groups allow.

Immerse yourself in Puerto Rico's salsa culture during this 1-hour beginner salsa class. The outdoor class is led by a professional instructor in open air, so you don't have to take a break from the tropical sunshine. Dance solo or with a partner and learn about what makes salsa such an integral part of Puerto Rican culture.

There are many great snorkeling spots around Puerto Rico, but this tour will take you to one of the best, off the island of Culebra. In between enjoying lunch and complimentary drinks, make two snorkeling stops where you can jump off-board and explore the underwater world. Note that vegan and gluten-free options are available for an additional fee.

This small-group El Yunque Rainforest and Luquillo Beach tour is ideal for travelers who are nature lovers but don't want to do a lot of hiking. You'll take a gentle walk and swim in pristine natural pools in the rainforest before heading to the beautiful beach of Luquillo to relax and soak up the sun. Throughout, your guide will offer insights into Puerto Rico's history, culture, and ecosystems.

Join an evening or nighttime adventure into the bioluminescent waters of Laguna Grande. After an orientation, hop into a kayak and paddle through the dense mangrove forests, heading to the area where the microscopic plankton puts on its surreal aquatic light show when you glide through the water. Your guide also tells you more about this fragile ecosystem and how visitors can help protect it.

Spend an adventurous day exploring two incredible natural wonders in Puerto Rico on this full-day excursion to the El Yunque Rainforest and Bioluminescent Bay. Hike in the only tropical rain forest in the United States National Forest system. Then continue with a nighttime kayaking trip to the magical Bioluminescent Bay, which features a unique variety of plankton that glow when the water is touched or moved.

Get a deeper look at Puerto Rican culture and experience San Juan like a local on this immersive private tour. Discover sights from street art and murals, bars and restaurants, to 16th-century forts. Hit tourist areas including Ocean Park, explore the 500-year-old city of Old San Juan, and see La Perla where the Despacito music video was filmed.

Go on an off-road adventure in the lush Puerto Rican countryside on this small-group all-terrain vehicle (ATV) tour from San Juan. Ride through 2,200 acres (890 hectares) of scenic landscape filled with hills, mangroves, lagoons, and tropical fields at Hacienda Campo Rico. Your tour includes your own ATV, professional guide, and round-trip transportation from select hotels in the San Juan area.

Get to know the rain forest around Arecibo on this adventure tour through the Taino Indians' ancient homeland. With a guide in the lead to ensure your comfort and safety, float down the river through canyons while body rafting. Explore the river caves and hike through the tropical forest with a small group of 10 people or fewer, learning about the biodiversity and geology of the private nature reserve as you travel. All equipment and instruction included, as well as round-trip transportation from San Juan.

Lose yourself in the wild landscapes of the El Yunque Rainforest on this full-day tour from San Juan. Follow your guide on a thrilling hike, trekking to cascading waterfalls, natural pools, and waterslides in the rain forest. The moderately strenuous trail is ideally suited to physically fit travelers who can scramble across rocks and rivers. Along the way, you’ll learn about Puerto Rico’s diverse ecosystem.

Raise a glass of Puerto Rico’s finest rum during this guided tasting session at world-famous Casa BACARDI. Designed for guests seeking a deeper appreciation of rum, this structured seated tasting features aged BACARDI rums and guides participants through aroma, flavor, and finish. It also includes one welcome cocktail, Pavilion views, and time to visit the on-site gift shop.

Enjoy Puerto Rico's waters from a luxurious 54-foot catamaran. How you spend your time is up to you: Recline on daybeds, shoot down water slides, or head to the open bar. Visit hidden parts of the Cordillera Cays where you can dive into the water with less crowds of tourists. Dine on an authentic Puerto Rican meal featuring pork, roasted chicken, and more.

Feel like a real-life explorer as you go hiking, swimming, and exploring in Puerto Rico’s El Yunque rainforest. Journey into the beautiful tropical scenery of this lush forest without worrying about getting lost as you hike and enjoy a natural waterslide where you can zoom 20 feet (6 meters) into a pool of water below. Plus, exploring with a guide heightens your chance of spotting rare wildlife.

El Yunque National Forest is one of the most biologically diverse in the entire United States. On our tour through the rainforest, we will stop at La Coca Waterfall and Mt. Britton tower. You will have fun walking along its trails, you can bathe in the crystal clear waters of its rivers, and enjoy spectacular views. Our experienced tour guides will transport you and be with you at all times.

While in the Caribbean, rum is more than just a drink, it’s a culture. Embrace this culture and take home the skills you need to make your own fashionable drinks with this Caribbean Mixology Class at Ron del Barrilito Distillery. You’ll have your own bartending station as you learn to make three classic drinks from some of the top masters of the area.

Get your bearings in Ponce with this small-group walking tour, led by a local guide. You'll visit sites such as the Parque de Bombas, the Centro Cultural Carmen Sola de Pereira de Ponce, the Ponce History Museum, and the Cathedral of our Lady of Guadalupe, with your guide on hand to tell you all about the cultural and historical significance of each sight.

Go snorkeling in an area that's known for turtle sightings with this small-group tour, led by a local guide. You'll head down into waters of a marine sanctuary area where turtles are known to congregate and having a guide on hand will help you increase your chances of spotting the aquatic creatures.