SAN JUAN
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The 10 most popular hiking & trekking in San Juan. Here's what they actually deliver, who runs them, and what they cost.
Hike wild El Yunque rivers and waterfalls, then kayak Laguna Grande at night to spot glowing bioluminescent plankton.
“El Yunque was an incredible experience! The bioluminescent bay was cool, but honestly could’ve been skipped.”
Walk the ocean floor in San Juan with a dry helmet. Pros guide you at Caribe Hilton, seeing octopus and starfish up close.
“It seems a little scary at first but in no time it was pretty fabulous. My guide Carlos was a great instructor and made me feel very comfortable.”
Hike outside San Juan to a 40 m waterfall, swim in natural pools, then eat local Puerto Rican food with a small-group guide.
“Wow! What a fabulous day. Absoultely an off the beaten path experience! Manuel was an amazing tour guide, make sure to request him. His personality was great, started the trip with jokes, Trivia questions, and karaoke. We started by geRead more”
Guided Arecibo cave hike and beach day from San Juan featuring Taino rock art, Seven Arches views, snacks, water, and comfy transport.
“I ended up on a solo tour with Edgar as the guide.”
El Yunque hike from San Juan with river pools, rope swings, a 20-ft natural slide, lifejackets, and hotel pickup for $93.
“This was a fun way to spend the day. I would recommend water shoes, my hiking sandals were too slippery and the folks who wore sneakers said it was soggy. Aside from that it was cool and our tour guide Jason was friendly and knowledgeable.”
El Yunque rainforest hike from San Juan with hotel pickup. Guided trail, Mt Britton views, waterfalls and pools in a small group.
“Luis is the best! An immersive excursion into the rain forest, pointing out to many animals hiding in plain. He was extremely knowledgeable and patient and certainly never a dull moment . It makes you appreciate the El Yunque to a much more profound level. 6/5 stars.”
Half-day guided hike in El Yunque from San Juan with included rainforest entry, A/C van transport, Yokahu Tower views, La Coca Falls, and an optional swim.
“Nice tour with beautiful views and a hike in rainforest! Likely to get rained on. Very kind and knowledgeable guide Eli, had a great time!”
Guided El Yunque waterfall hike from San Juan through river pools and rainforest views. Small groups, life vests, snacks, local guide.
“This is a relaxing zen visit to the two waterfalls. Take you water shoes and hiking boots for wet rock traction,”
Private El Yunque hike plus Las Pailas water slides, Playa Luquillo time, and Luquillo kiosks food with transport for up to 6.
“We had such a great time on this tour! Our guide, Yatzel, was super friendly, knowledgeable, and made the whole experience feel really personal. The best part was that nobody else showed up for our time slot — it ended up feeling like a private tour just for us.”
Small-group Tinajas hike in El Yunque from San Juan with hotel pickup, river swimming, rope swings, and waterslides.
“This was a beautiful experience and my kids favorite. Diego picked us up from Carolina at our hotel and we went to EL YOUNQUE. We got to rope jump,slide down natural waterfalls and jump off cliffs. I would say this trip is best for kids on tRead more”
