Half-Day Yunque Rainforest Waterslide & rope swing Guided Tour
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Fajardo, Puerto Rico
- 4 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
El Yunque Rainforest is Puerto Rico’s largest nature reserve and as difficult to explore independently as any other tropical rainforest. Drive yourself to meet your guide in Fajardo and then follow your guide's vehicle into the rainforest. Discover it with a guide on this fun forest hike to two different waterfalls, one with a rope swing and free diving, the second with a natural rock waterslide and a cliff jump. Learn about the rainforest’s history, wildlife and trees as you hike.
- Hike through the rainforest to discover two enchanting waterfalls
- Slither down a natural rock waterslide for an exhilarating experience
- Learn about the rainforest's history, wildlife, and ancient flora
- Enjoy pure nature, get muddy, and have fun
What's Included
- Award winning Local guide
- 2 Waterfall stops
- Waterslide experience
- All Fees and Taxes, including parking
- Life jacket
- Rope Jumping
- Transportation is NOT included. You are required to supply and drive your own transportation.
- Uber and taxis are prohibited, as they can't access the rainforest, possibly leaving you stranded
- Lunch, snacks, or water are NOT provided. Guests can bring light snacks and water.
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Yagrumo Restobar meet up88QJ+M59, Fajardo, 00738, Puerto Rico
Meet us at Yagrumo Restobar in Fajardo. Important: You must drive your rented/owned vehicle from the meeting point to the Rainforest. Uber and taxis are not allowed. Transportation is not provided at any point. Use GOOGLE MAPS in order to reach the correct location.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Itinerary
Drive yourself to meet your guide and fellow travelers at a central meeting point in Fajardo and caravan out together to the eastern side of El Yunque Rainforest. Once you arrive, you'll hike for roughly 20 to 30 minutes to a swimming hole, learning about the rainforest’s history along the way.
You are required to supply your own transportation for this tour.
Once you reach the swimming hole, spend some time swimming, jumping into the water, or trying out a rope swing. Later, continue to another swimming hole, located an additional 15-minute hike into the rainforest. Here you can zip down a natural rock slide or jump off a cliff and into a refreshing river before returning to San Juan.
You are required to supply your own transportation for this tour.
Once you reach the swimming hole, spend some time swimming, jumping into the water, or trying out a rope swing. Later, continue to another swimming hole, located an additional 15-minute hike into the rainforest. Here you can zip down a natural rock slide or jump off a cliff and into a refreshing river before returning to San Juan.
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El Yunque National Forest
4 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- It’s a requirement to have an owned/rented vehicle in order to participate as this tour doesn’t provide transportation at any point. Uber/taxis aren’t allowed as the meeting point is not the final destination.
- Safety is our priority, in order for you to enjoy the experience to its fullest we may have to slightly forward or delay your start time after reservations are made, to avoid heavy flow of people and betterment of the experience. The notification will be sent by email the evening prior the tour.
- Good physical condition required • Participants must be able to hike more than 35 minutes
- Participants with; Walking limitations, Overweight Issues, Permanent Injuries, Recent surgeries or not physically fit are NOT recommended as a good physical condition is required to complete this experience.
- If you’re in a group but booked separately, in order to assign the same guide/group we need to be notified with more than 24 hours prior the tour as once assigned to a group, changes the same day of the tour will not be made.
- Pictures AREN’T part of this experience, if you’d like to bring your phone with you keep in mind you should have a waterproof pouch in order to protect it as it can get damaged during the excursion. Some guides will take pictures which they will share after the tour is done. It’s not their obligation to send this pictures to you after you’ve parted ways.
- OFFICE HOURS: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Fridays 9:00 am - 7:00 pm. Thursday, Saturday, Sunday 7:00 am - 5:00 pm.
- We recommend shoes that you won't mind getting wet and muddy, that have a good grip and thick sole. Sneakers, water shoes or hiking sandals that cover your toes are the best option. Be mindful that sandals, flip flops, croces or slides are not allowed as it can be dangerous once wet or muddy.
- Not recommended for travelers with heart problems or other serious medical conditions • Minimum age is 5 years • Max age to participate is 59 years
- Pregnant participants CAN'T participate. To keep him/her safe we don't allow expecting mommas on this tour as the terrain is uneven and slippery (muddy), therefore making it dangerous for you and your little one(s).
- Customers must know how to swim to participate on the tour
- Guests with recent surgeries
- Guests who have epilepsy, heart conditions and/or dizziness
- Minimum age to participate is 5 years
- Max age to participate is 59 years
- Trail is on uneven and muddy terrain. Guest will walk on LOTS of mud.
- Good physical condition required
- Flip Flops, Slide Ins, Croccs or open-toe shoes are NOT allowed.
- Pregnant Guest are NOT allowed as it’s dangerous for the mom and baby.
- In order to reach the correct location you must use GOOGLE MAPS.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers
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Frequently Asked Questions (4)
Q:Is a lifejacket included in the Puerto Rico Guided Adventure?
A:Yes a life jacket will be provided on this tour.
Jul 2023
The answers provided are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
Claudia_V
Umm talk about totally awesome! Even though it was a half day we did a lot. The hike wasn’t bad and we had little ones. The rainforest was beautiful. Our guide Nei was awesome! She was funny and so sweet. She was very professional and informative. She kepted everyone involved and took our pictures. This is an active activity so health issues or the elderly may have a hard time climbing the rocks. The hike is fine but it’s the climbing through the rocks I’d be concerned for them. There’s also a natural made water slide, cliff jump ( don’t have to do this if you don’t want), and a rope swing. Also optional. Or you can stay at the bottom and watching other people jump off. It’s a little muddy but that’s okay! Bring water shoes it’s best. Don’t recommend sandals/ crocs/ birkins. It’s wet, and slippery. I highly recommend this or even the full day. My family and I loved it!
Reviews
4.8
based on 7,240 reviews
Cristina_P, Apr 2026
Family tour with a 5 and 8 year old and they had a blast. The tour guides were so good with the kids and a big help on some steep rocks not to mention did a great job making everyone feel comfortable and be safe with great cultural facts. Recommend this as we had the best time and my kids favourite day in Puerto Rico. The 4 hr hike is just right for learning, fun and a great adventure. Watershoes recommended.
Christine_F, Apr 2026
Such a fun experience! Our 9 yo was a bit hesitant but the guides were so patient and helpful! Highly recommended!
Rahul_V, Apr 2026
We couldn't do the waterfall slide, but overtake the tour was everything it said it was. They were communicative and on time. However do know its very commercialized, long wait lines for the activity & if you know swimming or have a life jacket, I'm not sure if you need to pay so much.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Hey there! We’re glad to hear everything ran smoothly and that the tour delivered as expected. We’re sorry you couldn’t do the waterfall slide, as that can sometimes depend on conditions. We understand your concerns about crowds and wait times—El Yunque is a very popular spot. While the area is shared, our goal is to provide a safe, guided experience with transportation, support, and local knowledge to help guests get the most out of it. Thank you again for joining our top-rated El Yunque rainforest tour!
Amy_S, Apr 2026
Hands down one of the most amazing experiences I've ever had. The guides (Orlando and Steve) lead with passion and knowledge, humor and support. I went with a group of 8 teens, a child and another mom. We all left agreeing that it was an amazing experience. I highly recommend!!!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Hey Amy! We’re so happy to hear that Orlando and Steven made such a strong impression—they truly bring the perfect mix of knowledge, energy, and support to every tour. It means a lot that your entire group, from teens to adults, had such an amazing time together. Experiences like this are exactly what we aim for—fun, safe, and unforgettable for everyone. We really appreciate the recommendation and hope to welcome you all back again soon for another adventure in our top rated El Yunque Rainforest tour!
Jennifer_B, Apr 2026
Anthony was an amazing guide! Book this tour. I would have thought it cost way more than $25 pp after going. Great hike, slides, cliff jump, rope swing! Excellent! Just as described! Everyone had a blast!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Hola Jennifer! Thank you so much for the awesome review in our top rated El Yunque Rainforest! We’re thrilled to hear Anthony made your experience such a great one—he really knows how to keep things fun, safe, and memorable! It’s amazing that the whole group had a blast and enjoyed everything from the hike to the slides, cliff jump, and rope swing.
Ana_L, Apr 2026
This was a once in a lifetime experience. Everything was perfect start to finish. I went with my 7 year old son and he had a blast. The tour guides were extremely helpful and supportive. The meeting location was easy to find and they made sure we were prepared for our tour. The rope swing, water slide and cliff jump were amazing experiences. This hike requires physical fitness and being able to climb up rocks make sure you are physically capable before booking.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Hey Ana! Thank you so much for sharing this amazing experience in our top rated El Yunque Rainforest tour! We’re so happy to hear that both you and your son had such a memorable time—it truly means a lot. Our team works hard to make sure every guest feels prepared, safe, and supported from start to finish, so it’s great to know that came through during your adventure. The rope swing, natural waterslides, and cliff jumps are definitely some of the highlights, and we’re glad you got to enjoy them all!
Dustin_G, Apr 2026
Anthony and Steven were excellent guides, attentive to the whole group while keeping the energy fun throughout. That said, here’s my thoughts on the trip as a parent of two young participants (ages 6 and 8)
Footwear: You’ll spend significant time in the water and scrambling over wet rocks. Our family did fine in water shoes and Tevas with heel straps, but flip flops won’t cut it.
Chemicals: Sunscreen and bug spray are not needed. Under cover of the canopy the whole time and not a single mosquito.
Safety gear: Life jackets are mandatory for kids and optional for adults. I went in a little overconfident and skipped one, which I regretted by the time we hit the water slide and cliff jumping sections. If you have any hesitation about your swimming ability, just take the jacket.
Note, we observed that other tour operators in El Yunque provide helmets; this one does not. Our kids managed fine, but in future, I would only do this again with helmets for the family.
Know what you’re signing up for: The water slide is legitimately intense, thrilling for older kids and adults, but worth mentally preparing for with a young child. The final activity is a rope swing over water. We opted out of that one, and there was no pressure to participate.
Overall a memorable experience with very capable guides. Anthony and Steven were great with our kids.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Hola Dustin! Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a thoughtful and detailed review—this is incredibly helpful, especially for other families considering the experience. We’re really happy to hear that you had a memorable time and that Anthony and Steven took great care of your group. Keeping things safe while maintaining a fun, engaging energy—especially with younger guests—is exactly what we aim for, so it means a lot to hear that reflected in your experience. We also truly appreciate all the practical tips you shared. Your notes on footwear, safety gear, and setting expectations for activities like the waterslide and rope swing are spot on and very valuable for future guests. And thank you for highlighting that participation is always optional—we want everyone to feel comfortable enjoying the experience at their own pace.
Elizabeth_D, Apr 2026
Great experience and guides Jesus and Joel were fantastic. This trip is for the adventurous and athletic. Where good shoes that will get wet, lots of rock climbing. Don’t plan to bring a backpack either you and if you want to take your own phone for photos bring a waterproof case.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thanks lots for the great review! We're so happy that Jesus and Joel made your trip to our #1 rated El Yunque rainforest so great. We also appreciate your honest advice for future guests. This tour is definitely worth it for those who are brave. In the rainforest, good shoes and a waterproof phone case are not just "extras," they are part of the survival kit.
Beth_R, Apr 2026
Jesus and Joel were amazing tour guides! Very knowledgeable and helpful. I would definitely recommend this tour to anyone planning a trip to Puerto Rico.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thanks for the lovely words! We're so glad that Jesus and Joel made your trip to our #1 rated El Yunque rainforest so memorable with their knowledge and help. One of our favorite souvenirs is a recommendation from a happy guest to visit Puerto Rico. We're so glad the experience was worth sharing.
Chad_M, Apr 2026
Don’t miss this one! Not your everyday walk thru the park. The natural water slides, cliff jumps, and rope swings were a massive hit with the kids and adults alike. If possible, request Anthony as your tour guide. You won’t be disappointed! !
Cierra_H, Apr 2026
Staff was friendly wish we could’ve experienced the rainforest. Tour was canceled due to weather and refunds weren’t issued & rescheduling wasn’t an option vocalized to us.
Nathan_G, Apr 2026
Anthony and Mitchell were amazing. Very informative and friendly. Great experience! Would highly recommend?
Myra_L, Apr 2026
Worst experience ever never again there rude they don’t let u out the old lady dint let us out we had to cross a river dangerous to get out of I could give it no stars I would never ever again don’t recommend
Janene_G, Apr 2026
We had a wonderful tour with Viktor! He was knowledgeable, patient and kind. Well worth the money and be sure to tip! Our friends went with a cheaper tour and didn't have the same experience. We experienced 2 slides, the rope swing and jumping from cliffs. Highly recommend 💙
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Hey there! Thank you for the awesome review! Viktor will really appreciate the kind words—his patience and knowledge truly elevate the experience. Love that you got to enjoy all the highlights, from the slides to the rope swing and cliff jumps! Your recommendation means a lot, and we’d love to welcome you back again soon in our #1 rated El Yunque Rainforest tour!
Robyn_J, Mar 2026
What an amazing experience! It was even better than my sons and I expected! Jon and Jhonsy were fantastic guides and made sure everyone had fun and was safe. We also really appreciate the pictures they took! Highly recommend!!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Hola Robyn! John and Jhonsy will definitely appreciate your kind words—they always focus on keeping things fun and safe for everyone. Glad you enjoyed the photos as well! We truly appreciate the recommendation and hope to see you again soon in our top rated El Yunque Rainforest tour!
Monica_M, Mar 2026
My husband and I took our kids 11 and 14 and we were all able to do the hike without issue. Our guide Anthony was very knowledgeable about the rain forest and gave us fun facts about the flora along the way. He kept the tour fun, but safe. Highly recommend!!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Hola Monica!Thank you for the wonderful review! It’s great to hear your whole family had such a smooth and enjoyable experience. Anthony will really appreciate your kind words—his knowledge and ability to keep things both fun and safe make all the difference. We truly appreciate the recommendation and hope to have you all back again soon in our #1 rated El Yunque Rainforest tour!
erin_c, Mar 2026
This is definitely an adventure, the activity level was more than I thought it would be it was very slippery and small rocks to climb up were challenging. Without the guides you wouldn’t be able to do this on your own. They are all Great and encouraged you to not be scared and do everything.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Hey Erin!Thank you for sharing your experience! It’s great to hear you embraced the adventure—those slippery climbs can definitely be a challenge. That’s exactly where the guides make a difference, keeping everyone safe while encouraging you to try new things. Glad you had a great time and pushed through—it makes the experience even more rewarding!
Jackie_R, Mar 2026
Orlando was THE BEST! He was so informative, so fun and took such good care of not only us, but everyone! He took our little 8 year old daughter and made her feel comfortable and she did all of the experiences. We greatly appreciated all of the pictures and videos that he took of our family! What an amazing person and tour!
Samady_P, Mar 2026
Was an amazing experience Orlando was a Vibe great sense of humor and great guide.My family and my self had the best time ever🇵🇷He needs a raise the best guide ever🇵🇷🫶
Marcel_B, Mar 2026
This experience was perfect! The meeting point was clear and organized. The guides were friendly and thoughtful and fully informed us on what to expect. A lovely tour!
Destiny_S, Mar 2026
You should be agile but it’s not a hard excursion. You will have fun but please listen to your tour guides
Mary_L, Mar 2026
Had a great time! Love El Yunque and this tour was great as we went to 2 waterslides. Bonus was being able to meet at El Yunque and take our our car up to the trail instead of being bussed there!
Timothy_F, Mar 2026
They canceled at the last minute claiming bad weather. My guess is the just don’t have the numbers they wanted. Major bummer.
Still waiting for my refund.
Brigitte_L, Mar 2026
Our tour guides were amazing and very informational. They kept us safe and in line as many other groups were on the same trail. We really enjoyed the activity, we wish we could have seen more of the rainforest but got what we paid for - rope swing, waterside, and cliff jumping! Awesome time.
Kelly_B, Mar 2026
Nei & Mitchell were the best tour guides. They were both so helpful to everyone in the group! This was one of our favorite experiences in Puerto Rico.
Nathaniel_P, Mar 2026
Excellent tour - guide (Anthony) was very knowledgeable, worked well with the group, and took safety seriously while making sure everyone had fun. An excellent value for the cost.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you for the great review! We’re so glad you had an excellent experience in our top rated El Yunque Rainforest tour. Anthony will really appreciate your kind words—he takes pride in keeping things safe, informative, and fun for everyone. Happy to hear you found it a great value as well! Hope to see you again for another adventure!
Jule_H, Mar 2026
It was well organized, learned a lot about the rainforest and the guides were super nice and friendly!
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Hola Jule! We’re so glad you found the tour well organized and enjoyed learning about the rainforest! Our team always aims to be friendly and welcoming. Thanks for choosing our top rated El Yunque Rainforest tour—hope to see you again soon!
Jeremy_M, Mar 2026
It was a great experience and we had a wonderful tour guide. She was very patient and very attentive to my nephew, making sure he was ok and helping him when he needed it. All of the tour guides that were around seemed knowledgeable and they really made the experience. Even when we got separated from our group another guide took us in until we caught up with our group and even took a video when we jumped off the cliff.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Hola Jeremy!Thank you for such a thoughtful review of our top rated El Yunque Rainforest tour! We’re so glad your nephew felt supported and that our team was there every step of the way—that’s exactly the experience we strive to create.
It’s great to hear how all the guides worked together to keep everything smooth, safe, and fun. Thanks for choosing our top rated El Yunque Rainforest tour—hope to see you again soon.
Alana_C, Mar 2026
This was an Amazing tour with amazing tour guides Anthony and Steven! Definitely recommend over trying to do the forest yourself.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Hey Alana! Anthony & Steven are truly an incredible team, and we’re so glad they made your experience so memorable. Exploring with guides really does make all the difference! We appreciate you choosing our top rated El Yunque Rainforest tour—hope to see you again on our #1 rated El Yunque Rainforest tour soon!
Jennifer_L, Mar 2026
If you want to enjoy a unique cultural experience go to the rainforest with this group! Wear shoes you don’t mind getting muddy- but make sure they have good traction. John and Nei were helpful, funny, and knowledgeable. Go early, it gets crowded quickly. They took great pictures. No need to take anything with you like a backpack or phone. It will get wet.
The parking can get a little congested.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Hola Jennifer! John & Nei always bring the perfect mix of fun, knowledge, and support—we’re so glad you had a great cultural experience with them.
We appreciate all the great tips, especially about timing and footwear—that really helps future guests prepare! Thanks again for choosing our #1 rated El Yunque Rainforest tour, and we hope to see you back soon!
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