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| You should wear long pants and long sleeve shirt, hiking boots; sorry, no flip flops. Remember to bring walking sticks, and rain poncho. Some of these private hikes are now available during the night and can be combined with our Ancestral Areito. |
| Pick-up / Drop-off is available from selected hotels in Luquillo, Río Grande, Fajardo, Isla Verde, San Juan, and Dorado. |
You should be fit to walk/stand for approximately 4.5 hours.
The good spirit Yocajú Bagua Maraocoti reigned in the mountain of Yuké,
the most sacred place for our indigenious Ancestors.
This hike takes you from Mount Britton, Los Picachos and El Yunque Peak.
You should be physically fitted to hike and carry your own backpack for
approximately 4 - 5 hours (5 miles) on uneven and muddy terrain. Light
lunch box (El Picnic Verde) will be distributed before the start of the hike.
Since we start at Palo Colorado Forest, you will ascend through sierra
palms, the trail leads steeply upward and eventually reach the cool mist
of the rain forest through the Cloud Forest, it will be muddy in places. As
the elevation changes you can observe different trees through a gradient
in vegetation. You will be hiking in at least four forest zones. A short stop
will be made at a rain shelter mid-way along the first half of the trail and, if
necessary, on our way back to the parking.
When we offer transportation, a short stop at Palo Colorado (restroom
stop) and Torre Yocajú are included. We provide light lunch and snacks
(Picnic Verde). Bring your backpack and a bottle of water, we will refill it
for free.
The good spirit Yocajú Bagua Maraocoti reigned in the mountain of Yuké,
the most sacred place for our indigenious Ancestors.
This hike takes you from Mount Britton, Los Picachos and El Yunque Peak.
You should be physically fitted to hike and carry your own backpack for
approximately 4 - 5 hours (5 miles) on uneven and muddy terrain. Light
lunch box (El Picnic Verde) will be distributed before the start of the hike.
Since we start at Palo Colorado Forest, you will ascend through sierra
palms, the trail leads steeply upward and eventually reach the cool mist
of the rain forest through the Cloud Forest, it will be muddy in places. As
the elevation changes you can observe different trees through a gradient
in vegetation. You will be hiking in at least four forest zones. A short stop
will be made at a rain shelter mid-way along the first half of the trail and, if
necessary, on our way back to the parking.
When we offer transportation, a short stop at Palo Colorado (restroom
stop) and Torre Yocajú are included. We provide light lunch and snacks
(Picnic Verde). Bring your backpack and a bottle of water, we will refill it
for free.
| Minimum age, 8 |
Mount Britton Tower
| Explore with us the vegetation of the cloud forest. It is a rainforest and it is wet and mossy! |
Highlands
PRIVATE Mount Britton Tower Historical Landmark
| Minimum age, 6 |
These hikes are offered in different trails in mid to high elevations within La Mina Recreation
Corridor after the gate of La Coca Falls (Road 191 Km. 8.1), which opens at 8:00 AM. Also, on
the Western side of the Forest (El Torito) All hikes are offered only on a private basis (upon
request) and during daytime; flexible itineraries. Nocturnal alternatives are also available.
Corridor after the gate of La Coca Falls (Road 191 Km. 8.1), which opens at 8:00 AM. Also, on
the Western side of the Forest (El Torito) All hikes are offered only on a private basis (upon
request) and during daytime; flexible itineraries. Nocturnal alternatives are also available.
You should be fit to walk/stand for approximately 4 hours.
Our journey starts at Palo Colorado where we will hike to a stone
masonry tower through El Yunque Trail. Mount Britton Tower was built
between 1937 and 1938 by the Civilian Conservation Corps at an
elevation of 941 meters above sea level within the La Mina Recreation
Area. It sits within the boundaries of the Cloud Forest (also known as
Dwarf Forest or Mature Tabebuia/Eugenia Woodland Montane Rain
Cloud Forest).
The tower is one of the best-preserved surviving examples of the
CCC constructions in Puerto Rico. It was named in honor of botanist
Nathaniel Britton and his wife, bryologist, Elizabeth Britton. In 2024
the Tower was listed in the National Register of Historic Places,
Reference Number 100010421. Other names as per the NRHP:
Atalaya; El Pequeño Morro.
If you are lucky to go with us on a very clear day, you will have a
panoramic view of El Yunque, the Atlantic Ocean, the eastern coastal
plains and the Caribbean Sea. What about cloudy days? On a cloudy
day, the clouds will be swirling around you.
Read this before you book,
https://www.fs.usda.gov/r08/elyunque/alerts/risks-using-unauthorized-transport.
Our journey starts at Palo Colorado where we will hike to a stone
masonry tower through El Yunque Trail. Mount Britton Tower was built
between 1937 and 1938 by the Civilian Conservation Corps at an
elevation of 941 meters above sea level within the La Mina Recreation
Area. It sits within the boundaries of the Cloud Forest (also known as
Dwarf Forest or Mature Tabebuia/Eugenia Woodland Montane Rain
Cloud Forest).
The tower is one of the best-preserved surviving examples of the
CCC constructions in Puerto Rico. It was named in honor of botanist
Nathaniel Britton and his wife, bryologist, Elizabeth Britton. In 2024
the Tower was listed in the National Register of Historic Places,
Reference Number 100010421. Other names as per the NRHP:
Atalaya; El Pequeño Morro.
If you are lucky to go with us on a very clear day, you will have a
panoramic view of El Yunque, the Atlantic Ocean, the eastern coastal
plains and the Caribbean Sea. What about cloudy days? On a cloudy
day, the clouds will be swirling around you.
Read this before you book,
https://www.fs.usda.gov/r08/elyunque/alerts/risks-using-unauthorized-transport.
- Restrictions: If you are pregnant, suffer or have a back or knee
- injury, heart or respiratory illness, we don´t recommend this hike.
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Special Safety Notes:
- We reserve the right to change the route for safety reasons, including
when the trail has landslides or they are working on it.
- Slippery trail surfaces and cool temperatures.
- El Yunque Rock is no longer included in our hikes as we don´t
- allow climbing or stepping in rocks. Sorry, it is not us, is the insurance
company.
- Los Pichachos: Extremely steep stone staircase leads to a stone
masonry platform with a 360 degree view vista point. The views are
really nice toward the east shore and you are within the Elfin
- Woodland Cloud forest.
- If you are pregnant, suffer or have a back or knee injury, heart or
respiratory illness, we don´t recommend these activities.
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This hike is subject to weather conditions,
our Weather Policy applies. We suggest
purchasing a travel insurance that covers
cancellations or Peek Protect, which is
available at the end of the booking process.
A 40% chance for rain forecast in the
eastern region means rain in the highest
mountains of El Yunque.
our Weather Policy applies. We suggest
purchasing a travel insurance that covers
cancellations or Peek Protect, which is
available at the end of the booking process.
A 40% chance for rain forecast in the
eastern region means rain in the highest
mountains of El Yunque.
| Stepping on rocks is not allowed. |
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| Swimming, river crossing or stepping on rocks is not allowed. |
| You will meet your Guide on site, if you need transportation, please contact us for quote. *When transportation is included, we stop at Yocajú Tower. |
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Q
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Do we need a Guide or join a group to hike the
trails at El Yunque?
trails at El Yunque?
If what you want is just go hiking and enjoy the views, you can
go on your own in a rented car and arrive early. If you want to
explore and learn about our culture, flora and fauna, go with a
tour company authorized by Forest Service like us.
go on your own in a rented car and arrive early. If you want to
explore and learn about our culture, flora and fauna, go with a
tour company authorized by Forest Service like us.
| Best hiking trails only 45 minutes from San Juan. |
| * Discover El Yunque on foot * |
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| Rediscovering La Mina Falls - Coming soon! |
| AdvenTours / Birding PUERTO RICO is an equal opportunity provider. Our company complies with local regulations required for vehicles, tour guides, drivers, and recreational sites. El Yunque National Forest Authorization ID: YNF4007 El Yunque National Forest Outdoor Education Program Authorization ID YNF 6048 Puerto Rico Tourism Company Tour Guide Certification GT-92-021 Negociado de Transporte y Otros Servicios Públicos ET-50157 |
| Minimum age, 8 |
Challenging, be prepared to walk/stand for approximately 5.5 hours in a
remote area through a service road.
An old service road forbidden to Puerto Rican is now available for hiking.
Although you might think that is an easy journey because you will go up
and down using this old road, you will find an uneven road where the wind
and rain comes and go with the Trade Winds. For safety reasons, three
members of our staff will be in charge of the group.
La Sierra de Luquillo hosts unique fauna and flora, endemic to these
mountains. Your Certified Tour Guide, trained as an Environmental
Interpreter by the Puerto Rican Association of Interpretation and
Education (APIE). As part of the training, six field trips took place
at the Forest, one of them right at Pico del Este. Remember, natural
hazards are present, you should be in good shape to join our Certified
Guides! This area is home to small endemic orchids, hummingbirds, Tody,
Sierra Warbler, and migratory bird species
El Picnic Verde is always included with a healthy menu to boost your
Energy while hiking it this remote area. Remember to bring your
backpack as we will distribute this light lunch before the hike starts.
Our company is one of a few companies with special permits to offer
activities in the area, YNF-4007.
remote area through a service road.
An old service road forbidden to Puerto Rican is now available for hiking.
Although you might think that is an easy journey because you will go up
and down using this old road, you will find an uneven road where the wind
and rain comes and go with the Trade Winds. For safety reasons, three
members of our staff will be in charge of the group.
La Sierra de Luquillo hosts unique fauna and flora, endemic to these
mountains. Your Certified Tour Guide, trained as an Environmental
Interpreter by the Puerto Rican Association of Interpretation and
Education (APIE). As part of the training, six field trips took place
at the Forest, one of them right at Pico del Este. Remember, natural
hazards are present, you should be in good shape to join our Certified
Guides! This area is home to small endemic orchids, hummingbirds, Tody,
Sierra Warbler, and migratory bird species
El Picnic Verde is always included with a healthy menu to boost your
Energy while hiking it this remote area. Remember to bring your
backpack as we will distribute this light lunch before the hike starts.
Our company is one of a few companies with special permits to offer
activities in the area, YNF-4007.
PRIVATE Hike to the Forbidden Mountain
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| * Trail for Experienced Hikers * |
| * Challenging through Strenuous Trails Mid & High Elevations * |
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Rediscovering La Mina Falls
- Minimum age, 6
- Swimming, climbing on rocks, not allowed.
- Daytime / nighttime
| When you book directly with us, 100% of your money is spent locally, not abroad. Our employees were born and live in Puerto Rico: our company is 100% boricua! With us, you are not spending a 20% or 30% commission added to our price by booking with apps (Tours by Locals, Get your Guide, Viator, AirB&B, TripAdvisotr, etc.). Thank you for choosing us! |