Puerto Rico Reefs & Rainforest
$2250
SAN JUAN - FAJARDO - EL YUNQUE - CULEBRA - ARECIBO
Feb. 20 - 28, 2019 (9 Days)
**dates subject to change depending on availability
Cost: $2250 total (based on double occupancy)
Includes: all flights, accommodations, airport transfers, some meals, full time travel directors, San Juan sunset cruise, Old San Juan walking tour, admissions for Castillo San Felipe & San Cristobal forts, El Yunque National Park, Bioluminescent Bay kayak night tour, Culebra snorkel adventure, & cave day trip. Other expenses not included are: some meals, excess baggage fees, and optional excursions.
Led by nature expert
Kaiti Fasburg, who is a professional wildlife and landscape photographer and thrill-seeker
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ITINERARY
DAY ONE>
Fly to the Caribbean
Transfer via provided shuttle from the West Michigan area to Chicago O’Hare International Airport to take your flight to San Juan, Puerto Rico.
Arrive in the city and check into your hotel before enjoying a relaxing sunset cruise in San Juan Bay.
San Juan Sunset Cruise
DAY TWO>
San Juan, Puerto Rico
Immerse yourself in history with a walking tour of colonial Old San Juan. Later you will have time to explore two Spanish forts: Castillo San Felipe del Morro and Castillo San Cristóbal.
OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS
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Flavors of Puerto Rico Cooking Class
You will receive a brief lesson on Puerto Rican history while a local chef teaches you to prepare three delicious traditional dishes.
Castillo San Felipe Del Morro
DAY THREE>
El Yunque, Puerto Rico
Explore the wildlife and scenic vistas of El Yunque National Forest. Discover the diverse plant and wildlife of the semi tropical ecosystem. Make sure to pack a bathing suit so you can cool off in an idyllic pool while enjoying the landscape.
El Yunque National Park
DAY FOUR>
San Juan, Puerto Rico
Enjoy a free day in San Juan. Opt for a thrill seeking adventure by zip-lining through the rainforest, rappelling over waterfalls, horseback riding, or taking a surf lesson, or choose to relax in the vibrant atmosphere of the city.
OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS:
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El Yunque Zip-lining
You’ll enjoy spectacular views of Puerto Rico’s tropical forest from a suspended zip-line, soaring at high velocity. Feel your adrenaline levels surge on this exciting adventure.
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Waterfall Rappelling
Zip-lining not quite exciting enough for you? Choose a combo tour instead and experience the thrill of rappelling over a waterfall, in addition to the fun of zip-lining through the tropical forest.
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Surfing Lesson
Hang ten and catch a few waves during a surfing lesson taught by a professional surfer. Learn all the skills you’ll need to ride the waves, including how to stand up, how to stretch, good beach etiquette and much more.
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Horseback Riding
Discover the gorgeous scenery of Puerto Rico on a horseback riding tour. After a basic lesson, traverse the island’s rugged countryside with a trainer, experiencing beautiful vistas and observing local wildlife along the way.
Zip-lining at El Yunque
Horseback Riding along the beach
DAY FIVE>
Fajardo, Puerto Rico
Transfer by shuttle to the beach town of Fajardo. After checking into your hotel, spend a magical evening on a nighttime kayak tour of the bioluminescent bay (weather permitting). Under the starry night sky, watch the glowing organisms light up as your kayak slices through the water. Paddle through stands of mangrove trees and watch small fish dart underneath your boat like shooting stars.
Kayaking in the Bio-Bay
Beautiful coastline of Fajardo
Magical Bioluminescent Bay
DAY SIX>
Fajardo, Puerto Rico
Enjoy a magical free day in Fajardo. Catch up on some much needed rest and relaxation on the beach.
Fajardo Beach
a look down to the harbor
DAY SEVEN>
Culebra, Puerto Rico
Dive into the sea on an exciting snorkel tour in Culebra Island. See brilliant marine life and vibrant coral reefs on a guided tour. The sprawling reef is home to yellowtail snapper, eagle rays, and more.
Coral Reefs in Culebra Island
Snorkel Tour
DAY EIGHT>
Arecibo, Puerto Rico
Discover two of Puerto Rico’s most famous caves: Cueva Ventana (Window Cave) and the Cueva del Indio (Indian Cave), during this 8-hour day trip among the limestone ‘karst’ formations of the island’s north coast. Begin your day at Cueva Ventana, exploring the cave’s interior before reaching its beautiful ‘window’ opening with gorgeous views of the valley below. Afterwards, travel to the ocean-front Indian Cave, a beautiful location used in a number of films, to admire the beautiful setting and ancient Indian carvings that adorn its walls.
Cueva Ventana (Window Cave)
Cueva del Indio (Indian Cave)
DAY NINE>
San Juan, Puerto Rico
After breakfast, transfer by shuttle back to San Juan where you will board your flight back to the mainland USA. Transfer by shuttle bus back to West Michigan.
