SAN JUAN
Ranked by traveller popularity
The 10 most popular guided in San Juan. Here's what they actually deliver, who runs them, and what they cost.
Guided snorkeling off Escambrón Beach in San Juan: turtles, included gear, and a GoPro video souvenir.
“Super fun . Saw turtles and fish. Instructor was helpful and waters weren’t to challenging. Customer service is active and friendly.”
Guided day trip to El Yunque’s Las Pailas water slide area and Luquillo Beach, with selected hotel pickup and a wet, muddy adventure.
“This trip is not what is advertised There is no experience of a rain forest or seeing wildlife . False advertising It is being taken down a trial to a water hole This trail ( it’s like something from the black market) is through rock, muck, tree roots aRead more”
Small-group half-day tour from San Juan into El Yunque rainforest, with Torre Yokahú views and a river swim if conditions allow.
“Isaac was great at finding and pointing out small creatures for us to see. Stick bugs, frogs, birds, plants.”
El Yunque guided tour with pickup from San Juan: tower views, Mameyes II swimming, CCC Bano Grande, and lunch time for $80.
“Issac was absolutely great as a guide. He was on time, very professional but had a great attitude. He was willing to go out of the way for us to see as much as we could for our time frame. He even stopped at local place for lunch so everyone could try some island food.…”
Make your own signature perfume in Old San Juan with hands-on note mixing, a take-home 50ml bottle, and patient guidance in a small group.
“Would recommend for anyone!!! Iliana was very knowledgeable about how to create and build the perfect product. I would definitely coming back again”
Snorkel the calm Condado Lagoon with a small guided group, gear included, then roam on your own for 2 hours in San Juan.
“Justin the instructor was amazing. We were fearful in the beginning, he was very patient and kind with us. It was a great opportunity that we would definitely recommend to others and do again. Regardless of your ability to swim or level of swimming this is a great experience”
Old San Juan walking tour with a certified local guide: forts, city gates, plazas, and history in about 2 hours for $25.
“Nice overall of old city and history. Walking the streets making a large square. It is hilly so beware if you are out of shape. Now I can go back and checkout individuals sites that interested me.”
Shoreline snorkeling in San Juan with included gear and entry, plus pickup options at 8am or 3pm for beginners at El Escambrón.
“Carlos was amazing! I called the morning of the trip to make sure I was on the list and an actual person answered the phone! He picked us up on time and had all the needed equipment. He took us to two separate spots. The first location Read more”
GPS audio walk through Old San Juan’s forts, churches, and walls. Self-paced and offline after download for $16.99.
“The audio does not always automatically start when you get to a specific stop. Sometimes you must restart the app. Sometimes the audio is delayed when you reach a stop. And sometimes the audio cuts off in the middle. Problems occuRead more”
A fast, air-conditioned guided loop through Old San Juan, El Escambrón, Condado, Santurce murals, and Loíza’s Afro-Caribbean food.
“Very fun and informative! The guides were friendly and very kind, with lots of knowledge to give and took us to many places!”
