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El Yunque National Forest (Rainforest) |
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El Yunque has entered the final phase of the international competition for the NEW 7 Wonders of Nature! |
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El Yunque is the only tropical forest in the U.S. National Forest System, spanning 28,000 acres and reaching an elevation of 3,624 feet. The area receives over 100 billion gallons of rainfall each year, very brief rainbow showers that end almost as soon as they begin. Discover a multitude of plant and animal life throughout the magnificent forest as you make your way to one of the stunning waterfalls for a refreshing swim.
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El Yunque has entered the final phase of the international competition for the NEW 7 Wonders of Nature!
*Named after the benevolent Indian spirit Yuquiyu, El Yunque is the only rainforest in the U.S. National Forest System.
*It is also the only Wonder of Nature nominated representing the Caribbean and Central America.
*El Yunque is one of two wonders of Nature nominated located in the United States of America.
*In 1976 UNESCO recognized the forest's importance by naming it one of the first Biosphere Reserves. |
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Here a brief summary of the Tour.
After we meet, we will travel to the town of Rio Grande were the entrance to El Yunque National Rain Forest is located.
- The first stop is "El Portal Visitors Center". Here will watch an informative movie, learn about the wild life, plants & the work done on preserving & managing the forest. There's also a real nice souvenir shop.
- La Coca Water Falls - place to take pictures.
- Yokahu Observation Tower - from this tower you can see the northeast coast of the island.
- Palo Colorado Information station - This is where the trails begin. From here you can chose the trail that you want to explore, they are several. Low impact 10 minute trail to a 1 hour & 15 minute trail. My favorite is the 1 hour trail where you can get into the waterfall.
- Lunch stop at "La Muralla Rest"
The tour stop are flexible & there are 2 places to have lunch in the forest. |
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| Meet up location: You decide were, the airport, cruise ship docks or your hotel in the metropolitan area. |
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End location: Tours ends where the tour started, unless passengers have a special request.
For Hotels located in Dorado, Rio Grande, Fajardo or Humacao. Contact me since there are located outside the metro area andn there is an additional transportation charge. |
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| Duration: 5 hours |
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It takes 4 to 6 hours approximately, it depends on the trail you choose, if you are staying in hotel & have plenty of time we can take up to 6 hours but if your time is limited we can make the tour shorter, you decide.
NOTE: Prices vary for hotels outside the metropolitan area. Please contact us for pricing or any inquiry. |
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| 10 Dollars - 10 US dollars - We can stop a really good local restaurant were the food is good & not expensive. Usually a meal cost between $7.00 to $9.00. Of course there are other ding options if you prefer but keep in mind that after being in the forest for several hours some in your group will bee hungry. |
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| The entrance fee to the visitor center is included. |
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| Ill bring bottled water & bring your sense of exploring! |
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| Tour #: 2748 |
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| Tour Type: Shore Excursion, Nature & Wildlife, Hiking & Walking |
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| Transportation Method: I will pick you up in a air conditioned late model van. |
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| Activity Level: Moderate |
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 Friendly: No. |
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| Kid Friendly: Yes. |
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| Language(s): English (fluent), Spanish (fluent) explanation |
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| Maximum travelers: 8 |
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| about ratings |
Tour in Rio Grande, United States:
"Jose was very knowledgeable!! His time was our time, at no point did we feel rushed as all like with a typical tour. He,..." [more]
Daniel Johnson - Jan, 2011
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Tour in Rio Grande, United States:
"We had a great tour with Jose. He picked us up at the cruise terminal, checked with the El Yunque National Forest Range,..." [more]
Philomena Solomon - Aug, 2011
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Tour in Rio Grande, United States:
"Jose was great!!! Loved our day!"
Eva Christine Iverson - May, 2012
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