El Yunque Rainforest Hike & Forest Bathing from San Juan
Spend more time in the forest with guided hiking and quiet forest bathing
Duration
7 hrs
Includes
Guide, water, admission
Highlights
Explore El Yunque on a guided rainforest hike that makes room for quiet as well as climbing. Walk with a government-licensed guide, then slow down with forest bathing—a silent practice focused on spending time within the forest.
Itinerary
We pick-up at Plaza Colon, Marriott Stellaris, and at Mare St. Clair.
Rainforest Hiking to Mt. Britton Tower 45 minutes (1st leg)
During this leg of the hike you will receive interpretation and interactions along the trail. We also provide information on the several forest types found within El Yunque. This is a steep and slippery paved narrow trail.
Forest Bathing to Los Picachos 30 minutes (2nd leg)
Shinrin Yoku – Forest Bathing, we use this as silent therapy, as on this leg there are usually less hikers. We also ground ourselves at Los Picachos, offloading all that’s unwanted. This portion is not steep and there’s more room too, as the trail widens. Stones here, small and large; are of a loose variety.
Panoramic vista 15 minutes (3rd leg)
This leg is our chance to give thanks, thanks for all we have. With a little luck, we’re rewarded with an amazing panoramic vista. As with the 2nd leg expect loose stones, but the trail narrows.
On with the return leg of the hike, back down the mountain. Once at our transportation we’ll visit La Coca Waterfall, stop at a local place for lunch and finish the experience with swimming at the Mameyes River, Rio Grande.
What's Included
- National forest admission
- Bottled water throughout the tour, chilled or room temperature
- Passenger van transportation
Important details
- Ages 5+ only. Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
- Moderate-to-high difficulty. Requires climbing and descending steps and steep inclines on narrow, slippery trails with loose stones.
- Not suitable during pregnancy.
- Not suitable with recent surgery, back problems, or high blood pressure.
- Trails are not wheelchair- or stroller-accessible.
- Food is not included in the listed price. Bring cash for your meal at the lunch stop.
- Wear closed-toe shoes with good traction.
- Follow your guide's instructions. Do not eat or drink inside the vehicle.
- Hiking, viewpoints, and river swimming depend on weather conditions. Flash flooding is possible in this tropical rainforest.
- Gather in the property lobby 10–15 minutes before your scheduled pickup.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel at least 48 hours before your scheduled pickup for a full deposit refund. You'll receive a full refund or credit if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No-shows and last-minute cancellations are charged the full price.
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FAQs
If the river isn't a viable option, alternative swimming spots are offered. Swimming remains weather-dependent.
Yes. Eat a filling breakfast before the hike, as lunch is planned for around 2 pm. All times are approximate.
Bring a raincoat or fleece, a towel, a change of clothes, a hat or sunscreen, and a backpack for snacks and bottled water. Insect repellent is optional.
Meeting details
Seeing Puerto Rico
Related locations
El Yunque National Forest
Admission includedStanding beneath the dense canopy of El Yunque National Forest, you hear the forest before you see it. Coqui frogs call from the undergrowth, water rushes over mossy rocks, and parrots move through branches overhead. The air is thick and warm, carrying the scent of wet earth and tropical flowers. El Yunque National Forest covers the Sierra de Luquillo mountains in northeastern Puerto Rico, offering a living landscape unlike anything on the US mainland.
