Top San Juan Day Trips

This small-group El Yunque Rainforest and Luquillo Beach tour is ideal for travelers who are nature lovers but don't want to do a lot of hiking. You'll take a gentle walk and swim in pristine natural pools in the rainforest before heading to the beautiful beach of Luquillo to relax and soak up the sun. Throughout, your guide will offer insights into Puerto Rico's history, culture, and ecosystems.

Spend an adventurous day exploring two of Puerto’s most incredible natural wonders on this full-day excursion to hike in the El Yunque Rainforest and kayak at the island’s famed Bioluminescent Bay. Start your morning with a hike in the only tropical rain forest 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 Bioluminescent Bay, which features 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, professional guide, and national park fees.

Combine two of Puerto Rico’s top attractions, Luquillo Beach and the Rainforest, into one great trip on this full-day excursion from San Juan. Enjoy the lush beauty of this tropical forest as you complete a short hike to nearby natural water slide for wildlife viewing, sightseeing, and swimming. Finish the day with time to sunbathe and swim along one of the island’s more scenic stretches of sand. •Discover two of Puerto Rico's top attractions—Luquillo Beach and the Rainforest—on a single trip •Walk through a scenic natural river and look for rare plants and animals in Rainforest •Cool off with a refreshing swim in a natural river (time permitting) •Enjoy the sand, sun, and surf at Luquillo, one of Puerto Rico's most popular beach areas •Includes roundtrip transport and entrance fees •Great way to get out of San Juan for a day in the outdoors

This combination tour includes a visit to El Yunque National Forest and a nighttime kayaking tour of Laguna Grande, a bioluminescent bay. Stroll a walkway the winds through the treetops of the forest canopy. After a leisurely lunch (and time for shopping), travel to Laguna Grande to witness the unique phenomenon of bioluminescence.

Combine a trip to El Yunque with some beach time at Luquillo with this group tour. You'll start in El Yunque, where you'll take a walk out through the forest and get the chance to swim in crystalline rivers. You'll then continue to Luquillo, where you can slide down a natural waterslide at Las Paylas and spend time at the local beach before returning to San Juan.

Join a nighttime adventure into the waters of Laguna Grande as you visit the area’s amazing bioluminescent bay during this half-day excursion. Hop aboard a clear-bottomed kayak as you paddle through the dense mangrove forests, heading to the area where the microscopic plankton puts on its surreal aquatic light show when you glide through the water. Your professional guide also tells you more about this fragile ecosystem and how visitors can help protect it.

Explore a lush rainforest and help contribute to Puerto Rico’s recovery from Hurricane Maria with this all-day guided tour. After a convenient hotel pickup, travel by passenger van to El Yunque National Rainforest and support road and trail construction with your entrance fee. Enjoy a refreshing swim at a waterfall, experience picture-perfect views, and learn about the island’s wildlife and exotic plants from your guide.

Kayak through the waters of Laguna Grande, a stunning bioluminescent lagoon, during this half-day tour from San Juan. Watch the glowing organisms in the water light up as your kayak slides 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 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.

Get back to nature in Puerto Rico thanks to this 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.

Swim in the bioluminescent bay at La Parguera during this 8-hour tour from San Juan. Learn about this natural phenomenon through your guide's informative commentary during a short boat trip through the mangrove forests on the way to the bay. You will have the opportunity to swim in the water after dark, surrounded by tiny, harmless dinoflagellates that light up with the disturbance of the water. Round-trip transportation from selected areas in San Juan is included.

Enjoy a sunset cruise followed by an exploration of one of Puerto Rico’s bioluminescent bays during this full-day excursion from San Juan. Experience the glowing rays of the sun as they fade into the ocean. Then see a different type of glowing as you explore and swim in the bioluminescent waters near the town La Parguera.

Enjoy sky-high views overlooking El Yunque—Puerto Rico’s tropical rainforest—and a thrilling half-day out with this zipline experience. Choose between morning and afternoon tour times, and hop aboard an air-conditioned shuttle straight from your hotel. Upon arrival, get acquainted with the zipline, grab your safety gear, and get ready to soar above the trees.

Amp up your social media profiles by booking this small-group guided tour of Puerto Rico that is focused on getting great shots for Instagram. Visit the island's most Insta-worthy sights while soaking up the history and culture. You'll see Old San Juan, the Yunque rainforest, a locals' favorite beach, and a family-run chinchorro restaurant that serves authentic Puerto Rican food (additional cost).

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, trekking off the beaten path to cascading waterfalls, natural pools, and waterslides in the rain forest. The moderately strenuous trail is ideally suited to physically fit travelers who can scramble across rocks and rivers. Along the way, you’ll learn about Puerto Rico’s diverse ecosystem.

Explore the west side of Puerto Rico with a local guide on a full-day tour from San Juan. See white-sand beaches and Playa Sucia, the Faro Los Morrillos lighthouse, and natural salt ponds in the town of Cabo Rojo. Sample delicious food made with fresh seafood and local ingredients, and learn from your guide about the island’s history and culture on a leisurely tour suitable for all ages.

Enjoy Puerto Rico at its best! Visit the Rainforest and enjoy beautiful views of this tropical paradise. The first stop will allow you to purchase last-minute snacks (not included) before you are taken to discover a river and a nature-created water slide. Pictures are a must! After enjoying this hidden gem, you will spend time in one of our most popular beaches where you may sunbathe, catch some waves, or indulge in a large selection of authentic food for purchase. The tour includes round-trip transportation from San Juan and Rio Grande area.

Spend an adventurous day exploring rivers and caves with this small-group tour of the Arenales Caves. You'll hike through rivers, visit an underground cave, and get the chance to do some swimming. You'll finish off your day of adventure with a hike to a small hidden spring before returning to your hotel.

Take a trip off the beaten path and spend the day exploring Puerto Rico's natural beauty. This small-group tour takes you on an active adventure in which you'll hike through ancient native forest to hidden waterfalls where you can swim in natural pools. You'll also visit a coffee-producing family and enjoy incredible views of the Central Mountain Range of Puerto Rico.

Discover Puerto Rico’s natural beauty and enjoy a jam-packed day of adventures during this full-day excursion. Your guide takes you to under-the-radar locations, away from the crowds of El Yunque Rain Forest, for an exciting day of swimming and relaxing. Visit rock waterslides, natural pools, lush green areas, and a beach over the course of the day.

This small-group El Yunque Rainforest and Luquillo Beach tour is ideal for travelers who are nature lovers but don't want to do a lot of hiking. You'll take a gentle walk and swim in pristine natural pools in the rainforest before heading to the beautiful beach of Luquillo to relax and soak up the sun. Throughout, your guide will offer insights into Puerto Rico's history, culture, and ecosystems.

Spend a day in the great outdoors during your time in Puerto Rico on this full-day adventure tour from San Juan. Join a small group and head to Luquillo Beach where you can swim and sunbathe. Next, head to the mountains to zipline through the lush jungles of the El Yunque Rainforest. End your day with a relaxing soak in a natural spring deep in the rain forest.

Travel into the mountains of central Puerto Rico on this full-day, small-group tour. You are picked up at your San Juan hotel to board a 14-passenger, air-conditioned van, and along the way your guide shares an insider's perspective on the culture and history of the area. Stop to enjoy a typical Puerto Rican meal at a local restaurant; enjoy expansive vistas of the mountains from a high mountain viewpoint. You are returned to your hotel at the end of the tour.

If you are looking for a tour to put the icing on the cake before you leave Puerto Rico, I have the tour for you! Hike with me on a easy to moderate forest trail. To a location that is close by but NOT within the rainforest. Choose between swimming or laying out in or by a Huge natural pool or tombstoning, into a deep canyon of fresh, natural water. Jumps range from 5 to 10 feet or from 40 to 50 feet. If you cannot swim, LIFE JACKETS ARE PROVIDED, so you don't lose out on the fun. (please request life jacket at the moment of your booking) After we are done with our Exhilarating day. We will end up at a local restaurant in the mountains. Here at this local restaurant I will teach you what our traditional food is about. (this meal is at your own expense). 

Challenge yourself on your Puerto Rico vacation and immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the island's central mountain region. This small-group tour takes you on a river trek to a serene and secluded waterfall and hidden canyon. Marvel at the towering volcanic rock cliffs and find petroglyphs carved into rocks centuries ago by the Indigenous Taino.