Private Tour
Private - El Yunque Rainforest Puerto Rico Tour
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5 hours
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Why settle for a big, crowded tours when you can have a Private exclusive adventure tailored for your group. Leave behind the long line waits, and jump into an unforgettable half-day express tour of El Yunque of Puerto Rico—the only tropical rainforest in the U.S.
But here's the unexpected twist: after exploring the popular spots—sliding down the exhilarating 20-foot natural water slide, swinging from a rope into a jungle pool, and cliff jumping from daring heights—your guide will lead you to a hidden part of the jungle, a secret path known only to locals.
This path takes you to a secluded lagoon surrounded by lush greenery, with cascading waterfalls that look like they belong in a postcard. You'll have time to relax, swim, and even explore a hidden cave behind the falls—a true Caribbean paradise that feels like it’s just for you.
It’s not just a tour; it’s an exclusive adventure with unexpected surprises waiting at every turn. Join us for an experience that’s anything but ordinary!
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
This tour requires good physical condition. If you have any health condition please inform us at booking.
Maximum recommend weigh 275 pounds
Sometime some activities are not available because weather conditions
Wear comfortable clothing and closed toe shoes that you wouldn't mind getting dirty or wet. Water shoes, sneakers or hiking shoes are recommended.
Participants must be physically capable of walking thru steep, rocky, muddy and uneven surfaces without assistance
Use of lifejacket and helmet is mandatory.
This tour operates based weather and river conditions.
On Saturdays the hike is longer and more challenging since we depart from a different point.
Back problems and pregnant women cannot participate on the tour.
San Juan Tours reserves the right of admission - If a person appears to be under the influence of alcohol or drugs, not following instructions or causing disruptions the guide has the right to cancel their reservation at any moment, and no refunds will be issued due to this. Persons with the previously listed health restrictions cannot participate on the tour. No refunds will be authorized if a person neglects to read complete description and does not meet the safety requirements and limitations on the day of the tour. Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
Maximum age recommended 65 on good health conditions
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
San Juan
We will pick up our customer's group in the agreed area and make our way out of San Juan toward El Yunque Rainforest
Fajardo
On our way to the Rainforest, we will drive into the Rainforest countryside entering through the city of Fajardo.
What‘s Included
Transportation / • 1 guide for every 10 people, maximum 10 per vehicle
Excellent service from our guides who will make you feel like you've known them for years.
Perfect schedules (to avoid crowds)
Air-conditioned vehicle
3 hours • Admission Ticket Included to El Yunque rainforest
Includes life jacket, helmet,
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Reviews
30 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Ok tour
Teresa L,Apr 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00I would have given this 4 stars if it weren’t for our guide losing our photos. So we don’t have photos of my family since he said it would be easier to take from his phone. The first part of the tour was doable; there’s a path that you follow. The second part is much more challenging. Note that the climb up to the cliff to do the jump is very slippery.
A true adventure
Excursion56873401360,Apr 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I highly recommend this private tour. Communication with our guide Misael started the day before. He picked us up from our VRBO and gave us some good info about what to bring with us (like shoes that can get wet and muddy). Ultimately we took very little with us on the hike to the water, so it would be helpful if the instructions on the website were more specific (I wore my sneakers and would have preferred to wear my water shoes - a picture of a recommended style would be helpful). We had assumed we could bring some items on the hike, but it really isn't practical because of the need to use your hands at times during the hike. It is a beautiful place, some spots are more challenging than other, but I was able to do it all. I'm just over 5 feet tall so some spots were a stretch for me to climb up or down, but Miseal was there to spot me and was always encouraging of my efforts. Be prepared for lots of rock climbing. The water slides are fun, the cliff jump offer 3 heights to pick from, and the rope swing can be funny for the crowd to watch. Check your helmets to be sure they fit well before starting. Mine stayed on ok, but was too loose and sometimes blocked my ability to see ahead of me. Not dangerous, just annoying.
Lots of fun adventure
alexandernY5320HW,Feb 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing trip! Heavy on the adventure, and Alan/DJ was a great guide.
2026 trip to PR
Deb B,Feb 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Our tour in El Yunque National Forest was an enjoyable way to experience the rainforest with a bit of adventure mixed in. Our guide Misael was very nice, welcoming and made everyone feel safe and comfortable. He maintained a friendly, relaxed atmosphere throughout the tour. We were a small group of four in our 60's and all in good shape. Taking the private tour was well worth it due to the personalized attention that we received. The first part of the hike wasn’t too strenuous and is manageable for active adults. However, the second part of the hike — leading to the natural slide, cliff jump, and rope swing — is significantly steeper, muddier, and very slippery in spots. So after hiking the first section I chose to sit on the rocks watching folks cliff jump while my three companions continued hiking to the top. It was a 45 minute wait, but sitting in the shade with my feet in the water was extremely enjoyable. It’s important for others (especially older adults) to know that this section requires good balance and comfort navigating uneven terrain.
Yamil was an awesome...
Christina M,Jan 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Yamil was an awesome guide! My entire family enjoyed it. All the water activities were great. Appreciated Yamil having life vests and helmets for safety. Saw many other tours without. Yamil also recommended some great spots for lunch and dinner.
We paid for a private...
M G,Jan 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00We paid for a private tour, but this was basically a semi-private shuttle to the same location as other tour groups and then a "private" group that walked the same trail as other guides and large tour groups. We expected the guide to point out and explain more points of interest during the hour-long ride and during the hike into the rainforest, and a more unique experience (possibly a less-traveled/quieter trail, different waterfall location(s), etc.) than all the other large tour groups. Our guide, who formerly worked for the tour company, also indicated that the tour company didn't have enough staff for our tour that day so he was called and asked to do "one last job". And he brought two other people with him.
Amazing Adventure
robmK7692BU,Dec 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great day at EL Yunque ... It was my very first visit and it did not disappoint! After a nice hike the fun started with amazing natural waterslides, rock jumps and a rope swing. A great mix of adrenaline and natural beauty. Fantastic day with our guide Miseal ... He was great company and it felt like we were exploring with a friend.
Great
Rlkjehl,Nov 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Rainforest was gorgeous with the waterfall so fun. Definitely need a sure foot. Misa - our guide was amazing! Esp when my two girls were very cranky to start. Private was worth it,
Our tour guide was very...
Patti S,May 1, 2025
- Review from Viator
3.00Our tour guide was very sweet he was great. The place you start the hike was pretty gross, it looked like a junkyard. Not what we expected for where you'd start a tourist attraction. The hike was moderate but we would have expected to see more having heard from others about rainforest experiences in Jamaica, etc. We saw one small waterfall & swam there which was the highlight! The water was beautiful and it was entertaining watching people do the rope swing.
Great experience
W5021DCchristopherf,Apr 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guides were great, friendly and informative. El Yunque was beautiful. The water slide and cliff jumping were exhilarating. Word of caution…. Hold your sunglasses in YOUR hands when you jump off the ledge. No one will care for your sunglasses more than you.
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