Isla Verde Tours

Live out your island castaway fantasies aboard a luxury catamaran as you visit the deserted tropical island of Cayo Icacos from San Juan on this half-day sailing cruise. Sail into the aquamarine waters of the Caribbean, admiring views of the El Yunque mountains in the distance, before arriving at the nature preserve of Icacos for a leisurely day of swimming, snorkeling, and a lunch buffet with drinks.

11 Zip line Adventure at El Yunque National Rain Forest in Rio Grande, Puerto Rico. Experience firsthand beautiful hiking trails and the thrill ride of 11 Carbon Fiber Zip Lines and 2 Rappels as you enjoy aerial views of the lush Rain forest flora. Hotel pickup and drop-off from San Juan area Hotels included! Visit JungleQui Zip Line Park and experience a Zip Line Adventure that you will never forget!

Experience two of the greatest natural attractions in Puerto Rico, all in one day! 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. 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! 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.

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.

You will love the experience in our boat! It will be fun and safe, with good food, good snorkeling gear and great sites for snorkeling and beach fun.

On this awesome 90 minute tour onboard you will see magnificent landmarks as Paseo La Princesa, the Governors Mansion, the impressive San Juan Fortified Walls and the Bacardi Distillery. Capture unique photos while savoring the warm Caribbean breeze. Viewing Old San Juan from the water adds a new dimension to the experience as it positions you on the same view the pirates saw when they wanted to conquer our island 500 years ago

Experience Puerto Rico’s natural side during this 7-hour guided visit to El Yunque National Rainforest. Get an introduction to the park at El Portal Visitor Center, then cool off with a dip at La Cola Waterfall. You’ll also learn about the forest’s many plants and animals and enjoy the scenic views from Yokahu Tower. Entrance fees and round-trip transport included.

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.

Enjoy a sunset cruise followed by an exploration of one of Puerto Rico’s bioluminescent bays during this full-day excursion from San Juan. Experience the glowing rays of the sun as they fade into the ocean. Then see a different type of glowing as you explore and swim in the bioluminescent waters near the town La Parguera.

Our tour guide will meet you at your hotel or location, at the previously accorded pickup time (contact us for confirmation). From there, we will head east through the coastal road boarding the beautiful beaches in the town of Loíza. Exposition regarding our Puerto Rican heritage, and live commentary and interpretation of your surroundings can be given in both English and Spanish throughout the journey. We will stop at “La Frutera”, a popular stand where you can try delicious smoothies, eat some tasty foods, and freshen up before heading into the Rainforest. Once we arrive at the Rainforest River, we will take a nature walk path (watch out for wet, uneven terrain) through the flora until reaching the river stream. Do not forget your towel and swimsuit! (Swimming is dependent on weather conditions) After this time, we head back to your lodgings.

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.

Discover the rainforest river natural pools and fell the sense of anticipation to explore a new place. Get ready for a 20-minute natural walk leading us to a secluded off beaten trail for a freshwater swimming and relaxing encounter with Nature. Our tour guide will meet you at your hotel or location, at the previously agreed pick-up time (contact us for confirmation). From there, we will head east along the coastal road, approaching the beautiful beaches of the town of Loíza. Exposure about our Puerto Rican heritage and live commentary and interpretation of your surroundings can be given in both English and Spanish throughout the trip. Once we arrive at the Rainforest, we will take a nature walk path (watch out for wet, uneven terrain) through the flora until reaching the river stream. Do not forget your towel and swimsuit! (Swimming is dependent on weather conditions). After this time, we head back to your lodgings.

Experience the natural phenomenon of Puerto Rico’s Bioluminescent Bay during this evening kayak tour. Enjoy pickup from your hotel in the Old San Juan, Condado, and Isla Verde areas and head to the departure point for the tour. Experience the glistening waters change to a blue-green color as you paddle and learn about this phenomenon from your tour guide. This small-group kayak tour is suitable for all ages and physical conditions.

Blend a little excitement to your vacation with our El Yunque Rainforest – Beach & Bio Bay Night Kayaking Trio! This adventure is a full-day experience of hiking, swimming and paddling in two of the most visited natural wonders in Puerto Rico: El Yunque National Rainforest and the Bioluminescent Bay in Laguna Grande, Fajardo. You’ll also have the time to relax on the beautiful beach of Luquillo and enjoy the savory local cuisine the Kiosks offer. The Nature Walk and Hiking Tour Trips are led by Peniel Access Eco Tours Guide Service that operates under special use permit on the El Yunque National Forest and operates on a non-discriminatory basis.

Did you know that Puerto Rico has three bioluminescent bays? There are very few of these in the world and Puerto Rico is fortunate enough to have three major bioluminescent bays. This is an adventure you should not miss while in Puerto Rico. Paddle your way through the mystical mangrove channel leading to Laguna Grande, where you get to meet our glowing friends, the Pyrodinium Bahamense, microscopic planktons capable of producing natural light when the water is stirred!