--- title: El Yunque Rainforest Waterslides, Waterfalls and Rope Swing lang: en type: tour city: Puerto Rico country: Caribbean price: 23 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.76 reviews: 2540 duration_minutes: 240 languages: [en, fr, es] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 54 of 70 (Day Trips) schedule_checked: 2026-09-19 data_updated: 2026-10-12 canonical: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/puerto-rico/tours/el-yunque-rainforest-waterslides-waterfalls-and-rope-swing/ --- # El Yunque Rainforest Waterslides, Waterfalls and Rope Swing **Guidekin's take:** Two natural waterslides, cliff jumps and a rope swing on the east side of El Yunque with locally born guides, photos, videos and water in the price. Transport from San Juan, Río Grande, Luquillo and Fajardo is a separate option; no flip flops. 4.76 from 2540 reviews for 4h at €23 per person. In our comparison: #54 of 70 in Day Trips, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Pictures, videos, bottle water—all included! Experience the best-quality service with local tour guides born and raised here in Puerto Rico. Enjoy this amazing tour in the east side of El Yunque National Forest. Learn about the history of the El Yunque & Puerto Rico, as well as its flora and fauna. You will have a blast with the BEST!!!!!!!! On two natural water slides, jumping from different cliffs and flying on the rope swing while we capture your memorable experiences with pictures and video at the waterfall. (All this it’s optional) The trail walk takes about 20 to 25 minutes, and then it's about another 5 minutes to reach the 2 natural water slides and waterfalls. Please note that you will need your own car for this tour. ## Before you book - Pickup differs by option: Hotel pickup only on 1 of 2 options (Transport - From San Juan) - Entry ticket included: skip the ticket desk - 7 start times: between 08:00 and 14:00 - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Children from €14: ages 5 to 11 **Pickup:** Hotel pickup only on 1 of 2 options (Transport - From San Juan) ## Key facts - Price: from €23 per person for the El Yunque Rainforest: Waterslides, Waterfalls and Rope Swing option; other options up to €41 - Duration: 4h - Rating: 4.76/5 from 2540 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Turisteando En El Encanto LLC (Yunque Rainforest) - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English, French, Spanish - Tickets: Admission included - Start times: 08:00, 08:30, 09:00, 10:00, 11:30, 13:00, 14:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-09-19 ## Reviews 4.76 from 2540 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 94% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 2381 of 2540. - 5 stars: 2288 (90%) - 4 stars: 93 (4%) - 3 stars: 45 (2%) - 2 stars: 23 (1%) - 1 star: 91 (4%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise the supportive guides and water activities; the caveat is a rocky hike that some find demanding. **Praised:** - Patient guides help with difficult sections and reassure nervous participants - Waterslides, cliff jumps and the rope swing are frequent highlights - Guides explain rainforest plants and share Puerto Rican history - Guides take and share photos and videos of the activities **Complaints:** - Some find the hike manageable, while others struggle with steep climbs and slippery rocks - Thin water shoes can leave feet uncomfortable on the rocky trail - Unclear transport instructions leave some visitors unaware they need their own car - Late cancellations or guides failing to arrive, with calls going unanswered Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2026-08-04 to 2026-10-02); last checked 2026-10-04. ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | El Yunque Rainforest: Waterslides, Waterfalls and Rope Swing | €18 / person | French, Spanish, English | Drive your own car: Self-Drive to El Yunque. NO UBER, NO TAXI. We meet in Fajardo at the meeting point location. (Farmacia Caridad Fajardo) Self-Drive: Ideal for people who have their own car or rental. Duration: 4 hours | | Transport - From San Juan | €41 / person | French, Spanish, English | Adventure + Transportation: Enjoy a stress-free experience with round-trip transportation from San Juan. Relax on the drive. Duration : Duration: 6 hours: Included a stop in Luquillo area for eat and taste authentic Puerto Rican cuisine. Transport pick up : Pick up - San Juan & Carolina (Doubletree By Hilton hotel) Pick up - Rio Grande, Luquillo (Frutera Flores Luquillo) Van : New Vans | ## What's included - You can drive yourself or choose to book this option with included transportation. - Two (2) waterfalls - Photos & videos - Bottled water - Transportation included (if selected) – San Juan, Río Grande, Luquillo & Fajardo - All Fees and Taxes - Local born & raise tour guides - Entry/Admission - El Yunque National Forest - Two (2) Waterslides ## Itinerary 1. **El Yunque National Forest** (4h) - Pictures, videos, bottle water—all included! Experience the best-quality service with local tour guides born and raised here in Puerto Rico. Enjoy this amazing tour in the east side of El Yunque National Forest. Learn about the history of the El Yunque & Puerto Rico, as well... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 08:00, 08:30, 09:00, 10:00, 11:30, 13:00, 14:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-09-19 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point We'll meet at this Farmacia Caridad designated point, and then you'll follow the tour guide in your car to the El Yunque forest parking, approximately 13-15 minutes away. If you need assistance, please contact us right away. Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJd1dNdACXBIwRTGc-IAKa-VE Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Public transportation options are available nearby - Specialized infant seats are available - 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 - Flip flops or Crocs are not allowed - Not for pregnant travelers - If you have a recent surgery don’t do it - We can offer you another day if this tour is not operating due to the weather conditions (Flash flood) or we give you a full refund. - If you have serious back, heart, or epilepsy conditions, don't do this tour - Please bring shoes with good grips, towel and swimsuit ## Compared with other Day Trips | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #54 of 70** | €23 | 4h | 4.76 (2540) | shared | | [Arenales River Caving, Waterfall &Tropical Forest Secret Spring](/caribbean/puerto-rico/tours/arenales-river-caving-waterfall-tropical-forest-secret-spring/?format=md) | €114 | 7h | 4.98 (1776) | shared | | [El Yunque Rainforest and Luquillo Kiosk Day Trip](/caribbean/puerto-rico/tours/el-yunque-rainforest-and-luquillo-kiosk-day-trip/?format=md) | €77 | 6h | 5.0 (608) | shared | | [Self-Drive Mini Boat Snorkeling Tour to Icacos Island](/caribbean/puerto-rico/tours/self-drive-mini-boat-snorkeling-tour-to-icacos-island/?format=md) | €227 per group | 3h 30m | 4.96 (1969) | shared | Ranked #54 of 70 in Day Trips by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €23 to €818, median €90; typical length 5h. 2 of 70 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/puerto-rico/day-trips-from-san-juan/?format=md ## More in Puerto Rico - All Puerto Rico tours: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/puerto-rico/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/puerto-rico/tours/el-yunque-rainforest-waterslides-waterfalls-and-rope-swing/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/puerto-rico/?format=md