El Yunque Rainforest & Fajardo Bio Bay Kayak Combo Tour

Explore El Yunque on foot and Fajardo's Laguna Grande by kayak, combining an active rainforest outing with an evening on the water. Follow licensed guides with lifeguard, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), and first aid certifications, and discover the ecology behind these two contrasting environments.

• Discover rainforest plants and animals found only in Puerto Rico through your guide's interpretations
• Refresh beneath waterfalls and pause to listen to cascading water
• Learn how tiny organisms called dinoflagellates produce the lagoon's bioluminescence

Itinerary

-Morning Meet-Up: Pick-up at your accommodation or designated spot.

-Scenic Drive to El Yunque: Including a stop at a local fruit stand for fresh fruits (included), with options to purchase additional snacks.

-El Yunque Trek: Embark on a 40-minute hike to a natural water slide and pool, followed by a 15-minute hike to another idyllic spot with a rope swing and cliff-jumping opportunities. Rainforest to Restaurant: After a 30-minute return hike and a quick refresh, we journey to a local eatery for dinner (not included in price).

-Journey to Las Croabas: Your Bio Bay adventure begins with a scenic drive to Las Croabas, where you’ll meet our team at Kayaking Puerto Rico for check-in.

-Mangrove Passage to Magic: Embark on a captivating 30-minute kayak journey through the twisting channels of a red mangrove forest. This serene paddle sets the stage for the evening’s spectacle.

-Sunset at the Bioluminescent Lagoon: As dusk falls, we glide into the enchanting Bioluminescent Lagoon. Here, our guides will reveal the wonders of this unique ecosystem, perfectly timed with the setting sun.

-Dance of Light and Stars: Experience the marvel of bioluminescence – watch as the water glows with every stroke of your paddle, creating a symphony of light beneath you. Above, the constellations twinkle in the night sky, offering a celestial complement to the lagoon’s luminescence.

-Return Paddle and Relaxation: The magic continues as we paddle back, basking in the afterglow of this unforgettable experience. Back at our starting point, enjoy light snacks and refreshments. Savor these moments of tranquility before we transfer you back to your accommodation, bringing our night under the stars to a close.

-Return to Your Pick-Up Point: As our enchanting evening concludes, we ensure your journey ends as comfortably as it began. We’ll transport you back to your original pick-up location, allowing you to relax and reflect on the day’s incredible adventures. This thoughtful return service is part of our commitment to providing a seamless and memorable experience from start to finish.

What's Included

• Kayaking gear, including life jackets and low-intensity navigation lights
• Insect repellent
• Training and safety instructions before both activities
• Photos taken throughout the tour

Important details

• Ages 8–70 only. Ages 8–13 require an adult in the same kayak; ages 14–17 require an adult participating in the tour.
• Weight limits: 240 lbs per person and 425 lbs combined per two-person kayak. Weight checks take place before each session; exceeding either limit prevents participation.
• Requires good physical fitness for moderate-to-strenuous activity, including river wading, climbing large rocks, and steep inclines on muddy, slippery, uneven terrain. Kayaking requires upper-body strength and can be strenuous in strong currents.
• Saturday tours are more strenuous and require strong physical fitness and the ability to bring your knees up to your chest.
• Participation is not permitted during pregnancy, after recent surgery, with neck, back, arm or leg problems or casts, or with epilepsy, heart conditions, dizziness or vertigo.
• Hearing or visual impairments prevent participation. The tour is not wheelchair- or stroller-accessible.
• Requires effective verbal communication in English or Spanish. Participation is not permitted if you are uncomfortable in dark environments or prone to panic.
• Signs of intoxication from drugs or alcohol prevent participation.
• Dinner and optional tour-guide gratuities are not included in the listed price. You'll purchase dinner separately at the restaurant; cash and credit are accepted.
• Wear supportive, closed-toe shoes with good grip for wet hiking surfaces. Crocs, sandals, water shoes and flip-flops are not permitted.
• Tours run rain or shine unless canceled for safety. Stops and routes may change with weather and seasonal conditions.
• Arrive at your pickup location on time; the maximum waiting period is 15 minutes.