Arenales River Caving, Waterfall &Tropical Forest Secret Spring
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At a glance
- Duration
- 7–8 hours
- Price from
- $125 / person
- Location
- San Juan
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 1,776 reviews
- Languages
- EN, ES
- Group
- Small group, up to 13
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Puerto Rico as a Local
Description
A fun and adventurous day hiking, river trekking and floating through caves and beautiful greenish blue pools (optional cliff jumping too). Swim through breathtaking limestone canyons, stunning caves and unique rock formations carved by the passing of the river, surrounded by beautiful, lush tropical forest scenery and a waterfall. An early start (to avoid the crowds) and smaller groups guided by an experienced and Certified Tour Guide provides a safer, more intimate and immersing experience with insightful information of the island. Later enjoy some authentic delicious puertorrican food at a local restaurant. End your day hiking a short trail to a small hidden natural spring with pristine water, while learning about the local plants and trees. An unforgettable experience for adventurers seeking less touristic favorite local spots. Tour requires GOOD PHYSICAL FITNESS, balance, flexibility, river trekking skills and BASIC SWIMMING SKILLS. Closed sturdy water/hiking shoes required.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 7:00 AM
- Next available
- Mon, Nov 2
- Adult (ages 18–59)
- $125
- Senior (ages 60–70)
- $125
- Youth (ages 13–17)
- $125
- Child (ages 10–12)
- $125
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Nov 1.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Vega Baja
Get ready to be amazed, get wet and enjoy some adrenaline almost as soon as this adventure starts. After a few minutes of walking downhill, we will encounter the river where it forms beautiful greenish blue pools and start swimming through a breathtaking small canyon carved by the passing of the river for thousands of years. The rock formations are amazing, unique looking and there will lazily float through the canyon admiring this nature’s gift and later do some river trekking. The more adventurous will have a chance of some optional cliff jumping in areas ranging to 8 to 20 feet and rock boulder to access the upper part of the canyon. Afterwards we will hike through an off the beaten path trail to access some incredible caves where we will swim through them surrounded by stunning flowstone rock formations, bats and a beautiful waterfall. Good physical condition and basic swimming skills are required to complete these activities.
Manati
Lunch stop at a local restaurant which offers a great selection of local and authentic puertorrican cuisine at reasonable prices. (cost not included).
Manati
Will visit a Nature Reserve to hike a short trail leading to a small hidden natural spring, while learning about the local plants and trees of the area. The spring Is a beautiful oasis in the middle of a forest where the water is just pristine and completely clear, for sure refreshing and a great way to end your day before heading back.
What's included
Included
Bottled water
Life Vests if requested
Air-conditioned vehicle
Parking Fees
Not included
Gratuities
Lunch
Pickup Locations & Times
Pick-up only on selected hotels from the San Juan touristic areas of Condado, Miramar, Old San Juan and Isla Verde. Old San Juan guests will be picked up at "Plaza Colón" (Colón Square). For alternate meeting points for guest staying outside San Juan please contact supplier.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
1,776 reviews
How it compares in San Juan
- Rated higher than 91% of 53 reviewed tours in San Juan
- No. 4 by number of reviews among 79 tours in San Juan
- Starting price $125 is 29% below the typical $175 for tours of similar length in San Juan
- Price unchanged over the last 30 days
Excurgo comparison of 79 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does this tour take?
Arenales River Caving, Waterfall &Tropical Forest Secret Spring lasts about 7–8 hours. The itinerary has 3 stops.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $125 per person for this San Juan experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does this tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 7:00 AM.
How much does this tour cost for children?
Children aged 10–12 pay from $125, adults from $125.
Can I cancel this tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Pick-up only on selected hotels from the San Juan touristic areas of Condado, Miramar, Old San Juan and Isla Verde. Old San Juan guests will be picked up at "Plaza Colón" (Colón Square). For alternate meeting points for guest staying outside San Juan please contact supplier. Pickup points include Courtyard by Marriott San Juan Miramar.
What languages is this tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 13 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is this tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 1,776 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Puerto Rico as a Local.
Reviews(1,776)
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