Price from:
165 USD
Experience two of the greatest natural attractions in Puerto Rico, all in one day!
*Max Weight 240 lbs per person 425 lbs per kayak*
Duration
12+ Hours *approximately*
About
Island Journeys has teamed up with Puerto Rico’s top bio bay operators to provide you this full-day package, bringing you the best of the East Coast! SAVE BIG and take the guesswork out of your planning with this all inclusive tour including: **Round Trip Transportation**, **Fully Guided Rainforest Tour**, and **the World Famous Bio Bay Kayak Tour.**
Your day will start by meeting your local guide in the morning at your accommodation or nearby meeting point. After completing all of our pick ups, we will head towards the rainforest, taking the scenic route through the North side of the island to share with you beautiful views and go over a few fun facts about the areas along the way. This relaxing sightseeing drive will take you through 4 towns of Puerto Rico before arriving to our first stop at a fresh fruit stand in the town of Luquillo. Here, your guide will pick up a variety of fresh local fruit for the tour (included), and you have the opportunity to purchase some local fritters and/or a fresh fruit smoothie. After this stop, we will continue towards Puerto Rico’s majestic Rainforest.
El Yunque is without a doubt Puerto Rico’s greatest Natural Wonder. It is the only Tropical Rainforest, and the most studied Forest, in the United States National Forest System. It is the most biologically diverse forest, hosting hundreds of plants and animals, some only found here in Puerto Rico!
After an interpretive hike through natural trails lined with beautiful flora and fauna, and some river wading, we will arrive to a hidden gem found in the heart of the rainforest. This breathtaking segment of the 29,000 acre forest is like a natural playground. Here you will have the chance to swim in the natural pools, refresh in the waterfalls, slide down an exhilarating waterslide, rope swing into the river, jump from different rock formations, and enjoy fresh local fruit with a view. Along with all of this excitement, you will also have time to simply relax to the sounds of cascading waters and take in the beauty of this very special place.
By this time you have worked up an appetite! We will make a stop for late lunch/early dinner at a local restaurant for you to enjoy Puerto Rican Cuisine and relax for a bit until it’s time for your 2nd part of your combo tour – the Bioluminescent Lagoon.
Bioluminescence is one of planet Earth’s best kept secrets. Tiny organisms called “dinoflagellates” make the water glow at night and fortunately, they have found the perfect place to live in the Fajardo Bio Bay, so we are able to experience them all year round.
Our Fajardo Bio Bay Kayak Tour begins at Las Croabas. After receiving a brief of Kayaking 101 and few safety tips, we will load up in our kayaks and head toward the Red Mangrove Forest with an amazing view of the sunset.
The Mangrove Forest is part of Las Cabezas de San Juan Nature Reserve. You will kayak approximately 30 minutes, and along the way your Eco Guides will point out the forests beautiful protected flora and fauna.
Upon arrival to Laguna Grande, the sun will set and the magic begins. The Fajardo Bio Bay Kayak Tour feels like discovering a whole new world. At every stroke of your paddle, lots of sparkles will appear in the water. The kayaks will create a swirl of light, and the fish will glow in the darkness of the water. To add to its beauty, the Fajardo Bio Bay is perfect for viewing constellations too!
We will cruise back through the mangrove channel to the departure point with your Eco Guides and the navigation lights on the kayaks leading the way. Through the darkness the air is fresh and the sounds of nature are exotic.
After kayaking back to shore enjoy complimentary snacks and water before heading back to your accommodation.
In conclusion, our Rainforest and Bio Bay Tour is simply a must!
What to Wear & Bring
You will get completely submerged in water and most likely muddy while on this tour.
⁃Comfortable hiking clothes and/or bathing suit
⁃Closed-toed shoes with good grip for hiking on wet surfaces, and that provide support (NO CROCS, SANDALS, WATER SHOES OR FLIP FLOPS)
⁃Water bottle
⁃Towel, change of clothes and dry shoes for after the tour
⁃Cash (Tour Guide gratuities not included, but appreciated)
⁃Cell phone on file (in the event we need to contact you or you need to contact us prior to the excursion)
Dinner Note: It is important that you eat a good breakfast prior to your pick up. Dinner will be around 4:00pm. Light snacks and refreshments will be provided on both the Rainforest and Bio Bay tour. Restaurant accepts cash or credit.
Additional Information
**Restrictions**
This excursion is considered to be moderately difficult. It is important that you are in good physical condition in order to participate and enjoy yourself. Guests with neck or back problems, recent surgeries, pregnant women, or those who have epilepsy, heart conditions, dizziness or vertigo are not allowed to participate. Maximum weight limit is 240 lbs per person and 425 lbs per kayak. Minimum age is 8 years old. Maximum age is 70 years old. Please contact us ahead of time if you have any concerns about your health or physical condition for the excursion.
**Participation Minimum**
**This excursion requires a minimum of at least six guests requesting in order to provide the tour.** In the event this minimum is not met, we will call one or two days prior to the excursion to go over alternative options (i.e. reschedule for a different date or time that has the minimum requirement, payment options for a private excursion, or cancel without penalty).
**Transportation**
In an effort to minimize guest time on the bus, we have restricted our pick up locations to the below options:
- Pick ups from Isla Verde are at The Royal Sonesta
- Pick ups from Ocean Park are at Kasalta Bakery
- Pick ups from Condado are at San Juan Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino
- Pick ups from Miramar are at Hyatt Place San Juan
- Pick ups from Old San Juan are at Pier #6 (meet in front of the Seahorse Statue)
- Pick ups from Luquillo, Fajardo and Humacao are at Walgreens Luquillo in Luquillo
Booking Notes
#What to Wear & Bring
*You will get completely submerged in water and most likely muddy on this tour.*
- Comfortable hiking clothes and/or bathing suit
- Closed-toed shoes with good grip for hiking on wet surfaces, and that provide support **(no crocs, sandals, water shoes or flip flops)**
- Water bottle
- Towel, change of clothes and dry shoes for after the tour
- Cash (tour guide gratuities not included, but appreciated)
- Cell phone on file (in the event we need to contact you or you need to contact us prior to the tour)
**Dinner Note:** Dinner is not included in the price. It is important that you eat a good breakfast prior to your pick up. Dinner will be around 4:00pm. Light snacks and refreshments will be provided on both the Rainforest and Bio Bay tour.
#Restrictions
**The difficulty level of this excursion is considered to be moderate to strenuous depending on your physical fitness level**. It is very important that you are in good physical condition in order to participate and enjoy yourself. The terrain in the rainforest can be muddy, slippery, uneven and include river-wading, climbing large rocks and steep inclines. The kayaking can be strenuous when the current is strong and requires upper body strength. This excursion is recommended for guests with an active lifestyle. It is a long, but fun-filled day!
⚠️The following guests cannot participate:
• Guests with neck, back, arm or leg problems or casts
• Guests with recent surgeries
• Pregnant women
• Guests who have epilepsy, heart conditions and/or dizziness
The maximum weight limit is 240 lbs per person and 425 lbs per kayak. Minimum age is 8 years old Maximum age is 70 years old. All guests must be able to communicate in English or Spanish. Guests that show signs of intoxication by drugs or alcohol will not be allowed to participate.
Please remember that it is your responsibility to notify us ahead of time with any concerns about your health or physical condition for the excursion.
SATURDAY TOUR DETAILS: Saturday’s tour is longer (approximately 1 additional hour) and more strenuous than Sunday – Friday. It’s very important that you are able to comply with all of the tour restrictions, have a strong physical fitness level and are able to bring your knees up to your chest.
#Participation Minimum#
**This excursion requires a minimum of at least eight guests requesting in order to provide the tour.** In the event this minimum is not met, we will call one or two days prior to the excursion to go over alternative options (i.e. reschedule for a different date or time that has the minimum requirement, payment options for a private excursion, or cancel without penalty).
#Cancelation Policy#
**STANDARD**
We have a 48-hour cancellation policy for all of our excursions. Up until 48 hours before check-in time, you may change your reservation or cancel it for a full refund. Cancellations made in less than 48 hours before check-in time, late arrivals, and “no-shows” will maintain a full charge. All cancellations must be made directly with Island Journeys by telephone or email.
This policy also applies to cruise ship passengers.
**GROUPS OF 10 OR MORE GUESTS**
Groups of 10 or more guests must cancel at least 2 weeks prior to the date of the excursion in order to receive a full refund. Cancellations of groups made in less than 2 weeks prior to the excursion date will maintain a full charge on any spaces we are unable to resell. Guests that are no-shows or late arrivals will receive the full charge.
**WEATHER CANCELLATIONS**
If we are forced to cancel a tour due to weather conditions, we will offer you the solution that best fits your needs and upon availability, including rescheduling to another date, booking another tour, or full refund. That said, be aware that we are the ones that determine cancellations due to weather conditions. Please do not make the mistake of deciding not to attend because you think the weather might not be acceptable, as you will still be charged if the excursion goes out. If you ever have a question about the weather conditions, please call us to confirm.
If we need to cancel an excursion due to weather conditions we will call to notify you as soon as possible, however please note that due to the sometimes unpredictable weather in the Caribbean, cancellations may be done the same day on site.
**TRANSPORTATION**
Please note that there is a 15 minute maximum wait period for your pick up, so it is very important that you are at the pickup location on time. If for any reason you are delayed, please contact Island Journeys main office at 787-978-8080. No-shows or cancellations made on the same day of the excursion will receive full charge.
**FINAL NOTE**
Due to the unique nature and small size of our groups, we are forced to remain firm about our cancellation policy. Consider that on the day of your excursion we will be there, on site, waiting, and ready to serve you. Regardless of the cancellation reason, our time and fixed costs are already invested; we may even have turned down other customers by holding your space. Thank you for understanding!
