Top Isla Verde Outdoor Activities

Combine a trip to El Yunque with some beach time at Luquillo with this group tour. You'll start in El Yunque, where you'll take a walk out through the forest and get the chance to swim in crystalline rivers. You'll then continue to Luquillo, where you can slide down a natural waterslide at Las Paylas and spend time at the local beach before returning to San Juan.

Enjoy the beauty of El Yunque Rainforest, without a strenuous hike or having to enter the national park, on this casual day trip from San Juan. After a moderate hike, enjoy a swim in the calm waters of La Barrigona. Afterwards, enjoy the beauty of a waterfall, or slide down the natural waterslide. The tour ends with two hours at Luquillo Beach before returning to San Juan.

Experience the lush rain forest of the east side of Puerto Rico on a small-group half-day tour to El Yunque National Forest from San Juan. Get great views over the landscape from Yocahu Tower, then visit scenic spots including La Coca Waterfall and Mameyes River. Have time to swim and purchase lunch at a local restaurant before making the return drive to San Juan.

Blast through the off road of the lush Puerto Rican countryside on this fun, 3.5-hour all-terrain vehicle (ATV) tour from San Juan. Spend two hours speeding your way through 2,200 acres (890 hectares) of scenic landscape filled with hills, mangroves, lagoons, and tropical fields at Hacienda Campo Rico. Your ATV tour includes your own vehicle, professional guide, and round-trip transportation from hotels in the San Juan area.

Satisfy your appetite for adventure during a zipline adventure at JungleQui Zipline Park at El Yunque National Forest. Skip waiting in line on the day with your pre-booked admission ticket, which covers 11 different ziplines and one rappelling route, for ultimate thrills and panoramic views of Puerto Rico’s lush jungles.

Discover two of Puerto Rico's top attractions in just one day on this time- and money-saving combination tour. Explore El Yunque rainforest, swim in its natural pools, and refresh in its waterfalls. Later, kayak through the Red Mangrove Forest to the Bioluminescent Lagoon where, with each stroke of your paddle, sparkles will appear in the water.

Go on a rappelling and zipline adventure at Puerto Rico’s Carite State Forest. After a convenient pickup from select hotels, travel by private van with a small group and local guide and enjoy a hike along the river. Then, rappel 80 feet (24 meters) down El Salto Waterfall and glide across three ziplines back to basecamp. Enjoy a home-cooked meal—included in the tour price—before returning to San Juan.

Head to the Bio Bay in the Laguna Grande Reserve is Fajardo for an evening of kayaking in glimmering waters with this tour. Your guide will take you out into the mangrove, where you'll paddle among dinoflagellates, tiny organisms that glow when water is stirred to create a mystical effect.

Fly through the forest canopy on a full-day zipline adventure from San Juan. Cradled in a safety harness, with a helmet and a guide nearby, fly 'Superman-style', or face down and headfirst, down the highest zipline in the world. No experience necessary, those seeking adventure and close contact with nature will have a blast on this tour. Round-trip transportation from San Juan are included.

Experience the natural phenomenon that is Bio Bay on an evening kayak tour. Head from San Juan to Fajardo and in the late afternoon and board your kayak. As you paddle through the mangrove forest, the microscopic organisms in the water become illuminated, creating a magical effect. Learn about the bioluminescent creatures as well as the surrounding environment from your tour guide as you kayak.

This small-group El Yunque Rainforest and Luquillo Beach tour is ideal for travelers who are nature lovers but don't want to do a lot of hiking. You'll take a gentle walk and swim in pristine natural pools in the rainforest before heading to the beautiful beach of Luquillo to relax and soak up the sun. Throughout, your guide will offer insights into Puerto Rico's history, culture, and ecosystems.

Discover the gorgeous scenery of Puerto Rico on this horseback riding tour from San Juan. After a basic lesson, traverse the island’s rugged countryside for two hours with a trainer, experiencing beautiful vistas and observing local wildlife along the way. This Puerto Rico horseback riding adventure at Hacienda Campo Rico also includes round-trip transportation from your hotel in San Juan.

There are many great snorkeling spots around Puerto Rico, but this tour will take you to one of the best, off the island of Culebra. In between enjoying lunch, complimentary drinks, and the sea air, you'll make two snorkeling stops where you can jump off-board and explore the underwater world. This six-hour experience begins with check-in at 8 a.m. sharp.

Immerse yourself in Puerto Rico's natural beauty on this half-day adventure in the Luquillo Rainforest foothills. Follow your guide on a river walk and listen as they provide insights into the unique ecosystems that surround you. Swim in crystal-clear mountain water and relax on the beautiful soft sands of Luquillo beach.

The sparkling lights of bioluminescent plankton can only be seen once darkness falls, so this night kayaking adventure is the perfect way to see their fluorescent displays. Paddle through mangrove forests and Bio Bay while learning about the surrounding marine life from your guide. Ideal for paddlers of all abilities, this tour works with participants to ensure a comfortable experience, offering everything from extra seat padding to towing if needed.

For a different type of tour in Puerto Rico, swap sitting on a bus for hours at a time for a thrilling ride through the countryside on a 2-person ATV. Board your vehicle on a sprawling private ranch then hit the gas and feel the warm breeze in your hair as you zip around lakes, mangroves, lagoons, watching out for wildlife as you make your way to a plantation estate home and horse stables. The price listed is for a double ATV that seats two (a driver and a passenger.)

Discover one of San Juan’s hidden waterfalls on this full-day adventure. Hike through the mountains and countryside of Puerto Rico until you reach this beautiful waterfall. Swim at the base in deep, natural pools to refresh before heading to a local establishment for a delicious Puerto Rican meal—at your own expense.

This combination tour includes a visit to El Yunque National Forest and a nighttime kayaking tour of Laguna Grande, a bioluminescent bay. Stroll a walkway the winds through the treetops of the forest canopy. After a leisurely lunch (and time for shopping), travel to Laguna Grande to witness the unique phenomenon of bioluminescence.

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Get the most out of a snorkeling trip in Fajardo's waters with the guidance of a PADI professional divemaster. Stop at two reefs to get a full picture of Puerto Rico's marine life, learning about the underwater flora and fauna from your guide. Use of snorkeling equipment and refreshments on the boat are included.

Embark on a journey through Puerto Rico’s lush rain forests during this half-day nature hike. Drive along coastal roads and stop at a fruit stand before arriving at the trailhead. Then, walk along lush terrain, packed with local flora and fauna, until you reach the river. Take a dip in the cool waters and relax on the banks before heading back to the busy city.

Head off the beaten path and spend a day in Puerto Rico's jungles on this fun rain forest adventure from San Juan. Take a walk through the lush vegetation and reach a natural pool where you can enjoy a refreshing swim. Then head to Luquillo Beach to relax on the white sand and take a dip in the ocean.

Perfect for first-time visitors to Puerto Rico, this all-day tour lets you experience the island’s culture and its spectacular views. Explore the rocky terrain and trek to a water slide within El Yunque National Forest, the only tropical rainforest in the U.S. forest system. Then, travel to Luquillo Beach, which is known for a strip of restaurants and bars serving traditional Puerto Rican fare like alcapurrias and mofongo.

See Puerto Rico’s sea life up close on this guided excursion for certified divers in Farjado. Get up close to fish, turtles, rays, lobsters, crabs, and coral formations at you swim 15-80 feet (6-30 meters) under the water. All guides are this tour are PADI certified, and the operator has received a Blue Flag award and the PADI Green Star Award for its contributions to the environment.