EL YUNQUE RAIN FOREST TOUR
Embark on a journey through El Yunque National Forest, a relatively compact tropical region packed with natural wonders. From tumbling waterfalls to a hidden pool and a historic lookout, this approximately four-hour excursion takes you to the top spots of this area, revered as sacred by the people of Puerto Rico.
Excursion Details
Eastern Puerto Rico is home to El Yunque National Forest, the only tropical rainforest in the US National Forest System. Famous for its flora and fauna, the forest teems with hundreds of plant and animal species, including rare orchids and the endangered Puerto Rican parrot.
During your approximately four-hour excursion, you’ll visit several of El Yunque’s most famous attractions. Your journey begins with an approximately 50-minute guided drive from the pier to the rainforest. Once arrived, another guided drive, lasting around 15 minutes takes you to Yokahú Tower, an ornate, 69-foot-high lookout. Spend about 25 minutes here, taking in views of the rainforest’s distinct ecosystems – from the densely canopied tabonuco forest in the foothills to the mist-covered cloud forest that blankets the higher peaks.
Your next stop – reached in about 20 minutes – is the historic Baño Grande, a scenic former swimming hole built by the Civilian Conservation Corps during the Depression in the 1930s and fed by water from a tributary of the La Mina River. Spend about 25 minutes exploring and learning about its history while enjoying the surroundings.
The journey then continues with a paused drive-through La Coca Falls, located about 20 minutes away. This impressive waterfall cascades 85 feet down a series of rocky steps, surrounded by lush greenery—an ideal opportunity to admire and photograph the scenery from the vehicle.
Following La Coca Falls, there will be a 30-minute stop at the Mameyes River, where guests can experience its natural beauty and, if they wish, touch the refreshing river water. The tour then proceeds to Puente Roto for another 30 minutes, allowing guests to further enjoy the nature and beauty of the area. Afterward, guests will begin an approximately 50-minute return drive back to the ship.
Important Information: This is primarily a bus tour and not a hiking tour; therefore, it is suitable for all ages. We recommend for guests to wear comfortable clothing with flat, comfortable shoes and bring their respective raincoat
