El Yunque National Forest: The Road 191 Corridor - Half Day

5.0 (49 reviews) San Juan, Puerto Rico
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Duration4h 30m
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LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 14 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

This tour includes the El Yunque National Forest Park Pass into the 191 corridor, past the Forest Service’s Check Point in Rio Grande, Puerto Rico.

See the 85 foot La Coca Falls, climb the 70 foot tall Yokahu Tower – at 1, 500 feet in elevation, walk at a natural trail with its mountain palms and tree ferns. Finish with the opportunity of submerging yourself with a river swim.

What's included

  • Bottled water
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Lunch
  • Souvenirs

What to expect

  1. El Yunque National Forest
    Pass by
    Our tour connects the dots along the Road 191 Corridor in El Yunque National Forest, in Rio Grande, Puerto Rico.
  2. Catarata La Coca
    15m
    You will stand before an 85' waterfall. Take plenty of pictures here and here commentary on the area, and what determines the amount of water run done the rock surface.
  3. Torre Yokahu
    20m
    On reaching this clearing you will see a concrete 75' tower as the main feature here. Climb it for a grand vista of the North East side of the island. Windows line the staircase all the way up the structure providing 360° views. Get the view from its base, walk up a story or two, or reach the top. The further up you go, the greater that rewarding view gets.

    Note: The views of townships Luquillo and Fajardo are weather allowing, of course.
  4. 20m
    You will find a gentle staircase with large landings here. They lead you to a pool built by the Civilian Conservation Corps. Here you will receive commentary of the area, of when it was build and the purpose it served. Then you may walk around it.

    Note: No swimming is allowed here.
  5. El Yunque National Forest
    20m
    Walk a short rainforest trail with guided commentary. Learn of our Flora & Fauna, of species conservation efforts, and our reforestation efforts too.
  6. 30m
    Reach the Mameyes River, designated in 2002 as part of our National Wild and Scenic Rivers System, preserving its outstanding natural, cultural and recreational values in a free-flowing condition for the enjoyment of present and future generations.

    Take pictures, check out the igneous rocks on the river bed, wet your feet, or go for a refreshing dip, or wade about here. As always, weather conditions may make entering the water dangerous. Your guide will assess the area and relay if you may enter the water.
  7. Palmer
    10m
    Should the local pressed sugar cane juice stand be open during the tour, we would make a stop to experience it.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We will provide pick-up at the portico of the front entrance doors of the hotel.

End point

We will provide pick-up at the portico of the front entrance doors of the hotel.

Pickup details

If you are staying in Old San Juan, we provide pick-up at Plaza Colon, and we will come to your address, if you are at your hotel or short term rental, be it in Puerta de Tierra, Miramar, Condado, Ocean Park, Punta Las Marias, or Isla Verde.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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