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Top Rated El Yunque Rainforest & Waterslide – SmallGroup Tour
4.9(16,722)San Juan7 hours
VIATOR4.7(2,068)TRIPADVISOR4.9(14,654)
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At a glance
Duration
7 hours
Price from
$45 / person
Location
San Juan
Rating
4.9 / 5 · 16,722 reviews
Languages
EN, ES
Group
Small group, up to 45
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Spotin tours
Meeting point
We don’t pick up our guests from their accommodations. We’ll meet at Norte Shopping Center in San Juan. Van/bus will be parked at the shopping center parking lot. Your tour guide will contact you before departure at the number provided during reservation.
Description
Adventure into the rainforest on a historical journey where you'll discover various natural wonders. Complimentary transportation from San Juan is included. Explore two waterfalls, a waterslide, and enjoy a 35-minute hike. The tour concludes a visit to a local restaurant for authentic cuisine (not included in the price). Our team of local guides is dedicated to showcasing the best of the island for a unique, authentic experience. We keep our group sizes small to ensure high-quality service and safety for all participants. Life jackets and safety equipment are provided. The hiking trail can be very muddy, and participants should expect to get completely wet. As a 100% locally owned company, our team consists of passionate local guides who deeply love Puerto Rico. Join us for an award-winning tour experience!
Tour Options
El Yunque Tour
Itinerary
El Yunque National Forest
420 min
We visit the East side of El Yunque Rainforest to enjoy a 25-minute hike to the first waterfall. There you can enjoy the landscape, swim in the water, rope swing or free dive from multiple heights. Further up after a 15-minute hike, there is another watering hole with a natural rock slide and cliff jump into the river. Learn of the history of the rainforest, iguanas, guava trees, bamboos and 100 year-old trees. This is an adventure good for those looking to enjoy nature and an a very authentic Puerto Rican rainforest experience. We end the trip by having lunch at a local small family owned restaurant that serves authentic home-style food (not included in price). Good physical condition required as hike is in pure nature, muddy and fun. Our team of local guides focus on showing the best of the island for an unique local experience.
What's included
Included
Life jackets
Transportation from San Juan in air-conditioned vehicle
Award winning Local guide
Rope swinging
All Fees and Taxes
Food options available at a Puerto Rican restaurant for an additional cost. Except the 1:00 pm tour.
Waterslide experience
2 waterfalls
Not included
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Food stop WON’T be available for tours at 1:00 pm. Our guests are welcome to bring snacks and water, no alcoholic beverages.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.9
16,722 reviews
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Important Information
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Minimum age is 5 years
Max age to participate is 59 years
Start times are scheduled to change seasonal
Flip Flops not allowed
Trail is very muddy
Expect to be completely wet
Good physical condition required
Participants must be able to hike more than 35 minutes
Safety is our priority, in order for you to enjoy the experience to its fullest we may have to slightly forward or delay your start time after reservations are made, to avoid heavy flow of people and betterment of the experience. The notification will be sent by email the evening prior the tour.
** If you're traveling with a group but reserved your space separately, you have to notify us that you're together. The chances of being assigned to different tour guides are high, and changes can't be made on the day of the tour ** IMPORTANT: Don’t use the “Special Requirements “ field, contact the provider or notify Viator Customer Support directly.
We recommend shoes that you won’t mind getting wet and muddy, that have a good grip and thick sole. Sneakers, water shoes or hiking sandals that cover your toes are the best option. Be mindful that sandals, flip flops, croccs or slides are not allowed as it can be dangerous once wet or muddy.
If you’re using UBER services you can use “Deli Plaza Loiza (Norte)” **KEEP IN MIND we have no affiliation with Uber nor we have any way to change the location or the names in their systems. The name provided for the meeting point in Uber system can change at any point, confirm location through your map and the location of Norte Shopping Center, San Juan.
Pictures AREN’T part of this experience, if you’d like to bring your phone with you keep in mind you should have a waterproof pouch in order to protect it as it can get damaged during the excursion. Some guides will take pictures which they will share after the tour is done.
OFFICE HOURS: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Fridays 9:00 am - 7:00 pm. Thursday, Saturday, Sunday 7:00 am - 5:00 pm.
Food stop WON’T be available for tours at 1:00 pm. Our guests are welcome to bring snacks and water, no alcoholic beverages.
Running late / Cancelling under 24 hrs prior the tour: Contact your assigned tour guide directly to inform them your ETA, they can give a 5 min grace period if they’re informed. If you arrive late you will be considered a NO SHOW meaning no refund or reschedule will be provided. Cancellations under 24 hrs prior the tour won’t be honored and NO refund will be provided.
Not recommended for non-physical active participants
Participants with; Walking limitations, Overweight Issues, Permanent Injuries, Recent surgeries or not physically fit are NOT recommended as a good physical condition is required to complete this experience.
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?
Top Rated El Yunque Rainforest & Waterslide – SmallGroup Tour lasts about 7 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $45 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.
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.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is We don’t pick up our guests from their accommodations. We’ll meet at Norte Shopping Center in San Juan. Van/bus will be parked at the shopping center parking lot. Your tour guide will contact you before departure at the number provided during reservation. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
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 45 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is this tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 16,722 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Spotin tours.
Reviews(16,722)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Lissette_V
October 2, 2026 · via Viator
Gian is the best
GIAN WAS THE BEST, most communicative, informative, guiding, Understanding, tour guide I’ve had in a long time! Always BOOK WITH GIAN.
Operator response
We’re thrilled to hear that Gian made your experience so memorable with his communication, knowledge, guidance, and understanding throughout the adventure. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with him! Thank you for choosing our Top Rated El Yunque Rainforest Tour — we hope to welcome you back again soon!
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edwardhH5354RT
October 2, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Luis best tour guide pototo
The experience was absolutely amazing from start to finish! The meetup spot was only about 3 minutes from our Airbnb, and the drive to the rainforest was beautiful.
Everything was super easy and well organized, and our tour guide, Luis, was incredible. As a bigger guy, I really appreciated how much Luis helped and encouraged me throughout the experience. Thanks to him, I was able to participate in and enjoy every part of the tour.
Overall, this was a 10/10 experience, and I would definitely recommend it to anyone visiting Puerto Rico. Luis made the experience even more memorable with his kindness, patience, and great energy.
Much love to Puerto Rico! 🇵🇷❤️
Much love, Pototo!
Operator response
We’re thrilled to hear that Luis made the experience supportive, fun, and memorable with his patience, encouragement, and great energy. Thank you for choosing our Top Rated El Yunque Rainforest Tour — we truly appreciate the 10/10 recommendation and all the love for Puerto Rico!
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connorcV397YM
October 2, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Fun hike
Lots of fun. Friendly guides.
Operator response
We’re glad you had lots of fun and enjoyed our friendly guides. Thank you for choosing our Top Rated El Yunque Rainforest Tour!
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naimehh
October 2, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Fun
Great and fun with Luis. Bus was hit but it helped once the windows opened
Operator response
Thank you so much! We’re glad you had a fun experience and enjoyed our friendly guides. Thank you for choosing our Top Rated El Yunque Rainforest Tour!
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kailandt
October 2, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Unforgettable Day in El Yunque – Highly Recommend!
We had an amazing time on the El Yunque National Rainforest Waterfall Hike and Tour! Jeremy and Brian were fantastic hosts and great tour guides from start to finish.
We slid down two natural waterfall slides, rock climbed and hiked through the rainforest, and even went cliff jumping and rope swinging. It was nonstop fun! On top of that, they took pictures and videos of everyone for free, so we got to keep all of our footage without having to worry about our phones.
The rocks can be slippery, but Jeremy and Brian made sure everyone stayed safe the whole way there and back, which made it easy to relax and enjoy the adventure.
I would definitely recommend this excursion to anyone coming to Puerto Rico, especially if you're staying in San Juan. Thank you, Jeremy and Brian, for such an amazing experience!
Operator response
We’re thrilled Jeremy and Brian made the adventure fun, safe, and memorable from start to finish. It’s great to hear you enjoyed the waterfalls, jumps, rope swing, and complimentary photos and videos. Thank you for choosing our Top Rated El Yunque Rainforest Tour and for recommending us!
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M562LXandrews
October 2, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
nice trip
bryan amazing muy bien 25 characters
Operator response
We’re glad Bryan made your experience amazing. Thank you for choosing our Top Rated El Yunque Rainforest Tour!
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dariadQ8741VA
October 2, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Amazing experience with friends
Bus ride was great! tunes were pumping the whole way vibes were UP. our tour guide Jeremy was fantastic and the other tour guide Bryan who drove the bus was super sweet! Would recommend this company for El Yunque adventures. The water slides and cliff jumps were epic! We had a group of nine and Jeremy took photos and videos of us all and made sure we had a good time.
Operator response
We’re thrilled that Jeremy and Bryan kept the energy high and made your group’s adventure fun and memorable. We’re glad you enjoyed the waterslides, cliff jumps, and all the photos and videos. Thank you for choosing our Top Rated El Yunque Rainforest Tour and for recommending us!
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D5889MDaj
October 2, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Hiking El Yunque was a BLAST
Normally, I don’t write reviews but I had to give credit to and express my sincerest gratitude to our guide Mardi for helping to make the experience even better than I had anticipated. What a personable guy! He was knowledgeable, humorous, and professional.I can’t imagine e there being a better person to share this experience with. He may not realize the impact he has on his travelers but he has set the bar high for any tour guide we use in the future. Happy Birthday Bro !
Amen-Ra
Operator response
Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a thoughtful review! We’re incredibly happy to hear that Mardi made your experience even better than expected with his knowledge, humor, professionalism, and personality. Your kind words mean a lot, and we’ll make sure he knows the positive impact he had on your adventure. Thank you for choosing our Top Rated El Yunque Rainforest Tour, and happy birthday again to Mardi!
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Beth_M
October 2, 2026 · via Viator
Amazing!
Mardi was very knowledgeable. His priority was to keep us safe and for us to have to fun. He took pictures and videos for us, which were all amazing.
Operator response
We’re so glad to hear that Mardi made safety a priority while also making sure everyone had a fun and memorable experience. It’s great to know you enjoyed the photos and videos he captured along the way. Thank you for joining our Top Rated El Yunque Rainforest Tour — we hope to see you again on another adventure!
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Samantha_D
October 1, 2026 · via Viator
Absolutely beautiful -...
Absolutely beautiful - this was the best thing we’ve done in PR so far! It’s pretty strenuous, especially if you choose to go up to the natural waterslide. That part of the hike was basically a climb up steep rocks and tree roots, but so worth it! Once up there you take the waterslide down into a pool and swim through an opening in the rocks to emerge in a smaller natural pool and be “reborn in Puerto Rico”, which was a pretty zen moment! The cave jumping and rope swing were also fun, and you can also just stay down below and float in the water to watch if you prefer. On the way up our guide, Marty, showed us a lot of the plant life and talked about the history of the area. And the stop for food later in the day was tasty and felt great after all the exercise!
Operator response
We’re thrilled to hear that our Top Rated El Yunque Rainforest Tour has been one of the highlights of your trip to Puerto Rico. It sounds like you fully embraced the adventure, from the natural waterslide and swimming spots to the rope swing and jumps. We’re also happy that Marty made the experience even more meaningful by sharing his knowledge of the rainforest, local plant life, and history along the way. And after all that adventure, we agree—a good local meal is the perfect way to finish the day! Thank you for exploring El Yunque with us!
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