Tours and Trips in Puerto Rico

Combine visits to Flamenco and Culebra beaches, two of the San Juan area's best, on this guided tour via speedboat. Learn about the area's marine life and environment from your guide between relaxing on the beach or exploring the underwater world with a provided mask and snorkel. Midday, refuel with a provided lunch. San Juan hotel pickup and drop-off included, as well as snorkel instruction for beginners.

Lose yourself in the wild landscapes of the El Yunque National Forest on this full-day tour from San Juan. Follow your guide on a thrilling hike through the rainforest, following meandering rivers, cascading waterfalls and ancient Taino Indian lands. Along the way, stop to admire the 85-foot (26-meter) La Coca Falls, take in the views from the 1,575-foot (480-meters) Yokahú Tower and snap photos of the striking La Mina Waterfall.

Kayak through the waters of Laguna Grande, the only bioluminescent lagoon in the world, during this 5-hour tour from San Juan. Under the starry night sky and the historic Fajardo lighthouse looming above, watch the glowing organisms in the water light up as your kayak slices through the water. Paddle through stands of mangrove trees and watch small fish dart through the water underneath your boat like shooting stars. Stop for a break with snacks and refreshments before heading back to your starting point. Use of all kayaking equipment and round-trip hotel transfers are included.

Escape the crowds in San Juan with a small-group, full-day trip into Puerto Rico's mountains and a less-traveled beach. After a pickup at a central location in San Juan, Condado, or Isla Verde, head to Gozalandia Waterfall to take a dip in the refreshing water or just admire the lush view. Then drive to Cerra Gorda Beach for lunch (your expense) and time for relaxation, before being returned to your pickup point.

Ascend the beautiful limestone karsts of Puerto Rico's Arecibo region to visit the clifftop cave of Cueva Ventana on this 5.5-hour guided tour from San Juan. Rappel down inside the cave, your flashlight revealing all manner of strange creatures like bats and spiders, plus Taíno petroglyphs along the way. Hear information about the cave's origins from your guide and admire views of the Caribbean Sea from one of the cave's window-like openings. This underground exploration also includes round-trip transportation from select hotels in San Juan and all entrance fees.

Discover a landscape of lush tropical plants, hidden waterfalls and cool rivers on a full day tour of El Yunque National Forest from Fajardo. Learn about Puerto Rico's diverse plants and animals at El Portal Visitor Center, take in stunning views of La Coca Falls then climb the Yokahú Tower for panoramic vistas across the park. Listen to the sounds of tropical birds and wildlife as you follow a gentle trail to La Mina waterfall, which pours from cliffs hung with rainforest plants and trees.

Spend an adventurous day exploring two of Puerto's most incredible natural wonders on this 11-hour day trip to hike in El Yunque rainforest and kayak at the island's famed Bioluminescent Bay. Start your morning with a hike in the only tropical rainforest in the United States National Forest system, enjoying incredible mountain views and an optional waterfall swim to cool off. Then continue with a nighttime kayaking trip to the magical Laguna Grande, a bay on Puerto Rico's east coast featuring a unique variety of plankton that glow when the water is touched or moved. Your Puerto Rico outdoor adventure also includes round-trip hotel transport, snacks, professional guide and national park fees.

Join a nighttime adventure into the waters of Laguna Grande as you visit the area's amazing bioluminescent bay during this 5-hour excursion. Hop aboard a clear-bottomed kayak as you paddle through the dense mangrove forests, heading to the area where the microscopic 'Pyrodinium Bahamense' plankton puts on its surreal aquatic light show. Glide your paddle through the waters of this beautiful site, watching as trails of gleaming light seem to emerge like magic. Your professional guide will also tell you more about this fragile ecosystem and how visitors can help protect it for future visitors. Your bioluminescent adventure also includes round-trip hotel transport from San Juan, site entrance fees, kayaking gear, snacks and bottled water.

Take command of your own mini-speedboat for a 3.5-hour adventure snorkeling and navigating among the beautiful tropical islands just off Puerto Rico's east coast. Follow the lead of your certified guide as you pilot your own vessel with a convoy of other speedboats through the turquoise-blue waters of the Caribbean, stopping at the deserted island Icacos Cay and (if water conditions allow) the gorgeous Isla de Palominitos. During the day you'll enjoy snorkeling amidst schools of colorful fish and relax on stunning white-sand beaches. Your speedboat adventure also includes a guide, personal cooler with ice, snacks and refreshments, plus snorkel and safety gear.

Travelers who want to stay forever young will love this fountain of youth tour of Old San Juan. Learn about the colonial Gilded Age and discover the stories and history of Ponce de Leon's city and people. Listen in as your friendly guide shares stories about riots and revolutions and find out why the colony was known as "Gold Island". Wander through burial sites where greats like Ponce de Leon and other founding fathers of Puerto Rico are buried and get an up close look at history, culture and traditions that define this destination.

Feel like a true Puerto Rican explorer during this 6.5-hour, 'off-the-beaten' path discovery of El Yunque rainforest. Avoid the big crowds from the cruise ships and hotels as you blaze a trail to the lesser-known attractions of this lush tropical eden. Admire gorgeous orchids, exotic birds and wildlife like the Coquí (tree frog) as you hike to secret waterfalls and hidden swimming spots, enjoying your secluded adventure amidst the fresh air and beautiful scenery of this Puerto Rican paradise. National park fees, plus round-trip hotel transport, are covered.Please note: Post hurricanes Irma and Maria this route has been adapted and continues to offer a full day adventure.

Get back to nature in Puerto Rico thanks to this 5.5-hour guided exploration of the El Yunque National Forest. Immerse yourself in the beautiful surroundings of this rainforest paradise as you 'stop to smell the flowers' (the park has over 240 native species), visit the picturesque 'La Coca' Falls, and enjoy the views from Yokahú Tower. Park entrance fees are also included.

Discover two of Puerto Rico's most famous caves, Cueva Ventana (Window Cave) and the Indian Cave, during this 8-hour day trip among the limestone 'karst' formations of the island's north coast. Begin your day at Cueva Ventana, exploring the cave's interior before reaching its beautiful 'window' opening with gorgeous views of the valley below. Then travel to the ocean-front Indian Cave, a beautiful location used in a number of films, to admire the beautiful setting and ancient Indian carvings that adorn its walls. Your cave-themed trip also includes round-trip hotel transport, helmet and flashlight, water, admission fees and a guide.

Combine sightseeing with adventure on this jet ski tour. Your guide shares insights into the history of San Juan as you take to the waters of the Caribbean Sea, around the historic fort of El Morro and even to one of the corners of the mysterious Bermuda Triangle. Choose from a morning or afternoon tour.

Immerse yourself in the cultural history of Puerto Rico during this 6-hour day trip to historic Caguas with lunch and visits to its major attractions. Situated just 20 miles (32km) south of San Juan, Caguas is home to a number of intriguing sights, including its Botanical and Cultural Garden, along with its restored sugar mill.  Listen as your guide teaches you about Puerto Rico's indigenous Taíno people, and take a walking tour on the Route of the Creole Heart. The day also includes all entrance fees, lunch and round-trip transportation from San Juan hotels.

Explore two of Puerto Rico's most beautiful natural sights, Luquillo Beach and El Yunque Rainforest, on this 8-hour day-trip tour that's perfect for families. Sunbathe and swim on a perfect crescent of sand at Luquillo, a palm tree-lined beach with sublime views of Puerto Rico's rainforest-covered mountains in the distance. Then head to the wildlife paradise of El Yunque, where you'll hike to waterfalls  and observe the park's diverse plant and animal life. Your tour also includes round-trip transportation from most San Juan hotels and entrance fees.

Hike through Puerto Rico's lush El Yunque rainforest, observe local wildlife and take a dip in one of park's pristine waterfalls. Journey through the varied micro-climates and vegetation zones of this unique natural area, stopping first at an observation tower where you can soak in postcard-worthy views of the surrounding forest and the ocean beyond. Continue your hike along a single-track trail, learning about the plants and animals that inhabit the area and passing by a series of waterfalls, stopping to cool off with a swim. Your trip also includes park entrance fees, bottled water, a guide and round-trip hotel transport.

Absorb some Puerto Rican culture (and some of the island's legendary rum) during this 4.5-hour tour of Old San Juan and the Bacardi Distillery. Explore the origins of rum and the famous Bacardi family at one of the world's best-known distilleries. After knocking back a refreshing rum cocktail, you'll discover the atmospheric Old San Juan neighborhood, a national preservation site and home to a 500-year-old fortress. Your entrance fees, 1 rum cocktail, souvenir cup, driving tour of Old San Juan and round-trip hotel transport are covered.

Feel like a real-life explorer as you get off the beaten path to spend 7.5-hours hiking, swimming and exploring in Puerto Rico's El Yunque rainforest. Journey into the beautiful tropical scenery of this lush national park as you hike to stunning waterfalls, visit an observation tower with amazing mountain views and enjoy a natural waterslide where you can zoom 20 feet (6 meters) into a pool of sparkling water below. The more adventurous can even jump from a 40-foot (12-meter) cliff! Finish your day with an authentic Puerto Rican lunch. Your El Yunque trip also includes round-trip hotel transport, a certified tour guide, national park fees and bottled water.

Discover the natural wonders of El Yunque rainforest on this laid-back half-day exploration from San Juan. Enjoy a walk to a beautiful waterfall, incredible views and more than 240 species of plants and animals that call this sub-tropical habitat home. Your Puerto Rico rainforest tour also includes round-trip transportation from most hotels in San Juan, professional guide and all park entrance fees.