Waterfall Hike in Remote Area of El Yunque Rainforest; San Juan
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San Juan, Puerto Rico
- 5 hours (approx.)
- Group discounts
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Experience the thrill of El Yunque National Forest—the only national rainforest in the USA—on a hiking tour that takes you to a waterfall and increases your chances of spotting local flora and fauna. Hike a pace that suits the entire group and skip the worry of getting lost, instead just focusing on the spectacular panoramic views.
- Discover the natural delights of El Yunque National Forest
- Cool off in natural pools and get a massage from a waterfall
- Heighten your chances of spotting flora and fauna
- Letting someone else guide you means you can focus on the scenery
What's Included
- Life Vests
- Snacks
- Bottled water
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Local guide
- Entry to El Yunque National Forest
- Lunch
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- 1374 Ashford Ave, San Juan, 00907, Puerto Rico
Across the street from the AC Hotel by Marriot/ Right in front of Crush Juice
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Itinerary
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El Yunque National Forest
3 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 strong physical fitness level
- Travelers with asthma
- Travelers with mobility issues
- Travelers who are injured
- Travelers who have had recent surgery
- Travelers who are not in good physical shape
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
Vail_F
Our guide , Sarah, was super amazing, extremely knowledgeable, and skillful with managing our group of four amigas on a stunning hike, climb up to multiple waterfalls!
She tailored our adventure to our hiking skill levels and encouraged lots of fun, adventure and swimming! ( I personally am an active 66 year-old and the hike was perfect)
The cave under the waterfall was breathtaking! We had Gawjus weather, with some rain only at the very end of the hike… perfect!
Sarah carried great snacks and water for us which we enjoyed at the waterfall “beach”. Sarah spotted a hummingbird nest and an active bee hive on our hike back down and took some awesome pictures to share with us.
We would absolutely recommend this adventure and ALL 4 of us would highly recommend that you ask for Sarah as your guide!
Reviews
4.9
based on 94 reviews
David_B, Mar 2026
Kenyon is great. Great adventure. Just make sure to clearly state what u like to do and Kenyon will help me it great.
Martha_K, Mar 2026
Super friendly guide and nice quiet area. Not as much of a hike, more of a rock scramble and swim, but really fun for both kids and adults
Vail_F, Feb 2026
Our guide , Sarah, was super amazing, extremely knowledgeable, and skillful with managing our group of four amigas on a stunning hike, climb up to multiple waterfalls!
She tailored our adventure to our hiking skill levels and encouraged lots of fun, adventure and swimming! ( I personally am an active 66 year-old and the hike was perfect)
The cave under the waterfall was breathtaking! We had Gawjus weather, with some rain only at the very end of the hike… perfect!
Sarah carried great snacks and water for us which we enjoyed at the waterfall “beach”. Sarah spotted a hummingbird nest and an active bee hive on our hike back down and took some awesome pictures to share with us.
We would absolutely recommend this adventure and ALL 4 of us would highly recommend that you ask for Sarah as your guide!
Randi_S, Feb 2026
Our guide was “Roy” and the best excursion we have ever done. What a “neat” experience, Thanks Roy!! We will be back!
Mike_B, Jan 2026
El Yunque is beautiful and Sean is a great guide. He took me to two areas, completely away from the crowds.
Elka_J, Jan 2026
On our third trip to Puerto Rico, we were looking for something off the beaten track and that’s what we got! Sarah knew this trail like the back of her hand, was extremely knowledgeable about the agriculture and just so much fun to be with. The trail was adventurous and challenging, gave us a thrill without feeling dangerous. We had romantic and joyous experience. PS when she says wear socks, she is spot on!
John_W, Dec 2025
This is a relaxing zen visit to the two waterfalls. Take you water shoes and hiking boots for wet rock traction,
The two swimming ares are very peacefully
Vasiliki_K, Jul 2025
Had a private tour in the more calm areas of el yunque , loved it! Would recommend if you’re looking to experience the rainforest without the waterslides. Fabiola was great!
Tom_D, Dec 2024
A fantastic experience with Sarah! We travelled into a remote and beautiful area of the rainforest with no other tourists, and swam in the natural streams / sat under waterfalls. We had a wonderful time and would highly recommend to others! Thank you 😄
Teresa_L, Aug 2024
Sarah was our tour guide .She did amazing !!Took my boyfriend on this trip and he loved it!!i would highly this excursion!
Joseph_K, Jul 2024
The hike was amazing. Challenging and beautiful. The water was very refreshing. Jesus was an awesome guide. So knowledgeable and entertenaing made our trip very special.
Gabrielle_M, Jun 2024
This was a once in a lifetime tour, we ended up cling to another rainforest/river area as per our personal guide it was better based on the weather. We jumped off cliffs, climbed waterfalls and hiked through the jungle. Definitely a physically challenging experience.
Quanche_S, May 2024
Sarah gave us great historical info on Puerto Rico. She made sure we had a great time and was safe. Would def book with her again!
Frann_B, May 2024
It was definitely an "experience" We weren't quite sure what to expect. Sarah was great. She was experience and provided alot of the history. When we first met she explained what to expect for the day and how challenging it might be, but we had now idea. It was great and highly recommended. I would definitely encourage you all to have a disclaimer about what all is entailed and definitely the type of clothing and shoes to wear in preparation along with maybe a hiking experience level., ie beginner hiker, intermediate hiker, experience hiker). Although we were wearing tennis shoes the rocks were quite slippery after getting our shoes wet. Great experience overall. Thank you for your patience :-)
Raquel_R, May 2024
We wanted a challenging and rigorous hike and that is exactly what we got. Our guide, Jesus, was great at picking out the perfect spot to begin our adventure. We climbed on rocks, swam through waterfalls, and made our way through parts of the forest. The views were breathtaking and the adrenaline rush kept us going the entire three hours of the journey. This was definitely one of the coolest things we have ever experienced.
Kai_L, Mar 2024
I had a great time. Jean was very knowledgeable about PR, El Yunque, the Taino natives. Etc. The climb wasn’t as hard as I thought, and with Jean’s help, it was fun and pretty easy to maneuver. The hidden falls were gorgeous and I can’t wait to share the photos I took. So much to photograph in only 5 hours. This was a solo trip, but I felt very safe. Great tour! Will certainly use this company when I return with friends.
Robert_B, Feb 2024
We had a great time! Small group setting the guide (Jean Louis) tailored the trip to our abilities. We loved the waterfalls. Well worth the money. Highly recommend!
Deborah_A, Jan 2024
Although the experience had its good points, it's important to know that this "hike" is not a hike on trails, but on rocks (very slippery, wet rocks!). Two of us couldn't really complete the "hike," because of the treacherous nature of the "trail," which is all slippery rocks up to a waterfall. The guide was outstanding, and did his best to help us, but it wasn't the hike on trails we were expecting. The water was gorgeous, but just be aware.
Mary_D, May 2023
We were just two and Jean Louis was able to take us to a less travelled part of El Yunque. We had a good hike, listening to birds and looking at foliage. We soaked in a swift running waterfall and climbed up rocks to the calm, clear pool where we swam and sunned. A thoroughly enjoyable trip and only an hour from San Juan.
Krista, Apr 2023
Our guide Edwin made this the highlight of our trip to Puerto Rico. He was very laidback and communicative, we could really tell that he wanted to share his knowledge about the area and make our experience memorable. It was a very secret area of El Yunque without any crowds or noise aside from the nature itself. If you are looking for a unique experience with someone who truly loves the rainforest and Puerto Rico, I would highly recommend this tour.
Uma_R, Dec 2021
Wonderful guide. Very knowledgeable about the history and terrain. Drove safely. We enjoyed so much. Lovely view from the point where the bay can be seen from the forest. Champagne on the high rock above a waterfall. Can’t beat it. 👍👍👍😊😊😊
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