Arenales Caves/ Charco Azul River, Caves and Waterfall Exploration Adventure
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Arenales Caves/ Charco Azul River, Caves and Waterfall Exploration Adventure
By I Work Where You Vacation
Recommended by 100% of travellers
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This is an absolutely unforgettable experience.
This day trip has it ALL: Adventure, Pristine Tropical Rivers, Waterfalls, Beautiful Scenery, Adrenaline, Fun and even some Archeology/History along the day.
We will swim thru Caves, Go under cool waterfalls and even get to go Cliff Jumping from cliffs rangin from 8 to 25 feet (optional of course) The drive from the meet up spot to the Rainforest Caves is about 1 hour. Along the way you will see the real Puerto Rico, quite removed from the Tourist area. You will see a more rural, connected with nature way of life in the locals we encounter along the day. As mentioned, the scenery along the drive and hike is absolutely incredible. Once the adventure begins we will take you thru the jungle. We grew up doing this and know the area like the back of our hands so you are safe with us.
This tour is to a rather undiscovered part of the island, not touristy at all so dont be surprised if we are the only people there (excluding some locals).
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₹9,267.94
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₹9,267.94
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Ages 12-55, max of 20 per group
Duration: 5h
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
English, Spanish
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- Life vests
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Departure details
- 1374 Ashford Ave, San Juan, 00907, Puerto Rico Right in Front of Crush Juice Bar
Return details- Returns to original departure point
- Not wheelchair accessible
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 322734P2- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travellers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travellers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travellers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travellers
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- What you can expect during your visit
- Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
- Gear/equipment sanitised between use
- Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
Community- Safety precautions are provided by the property and are not checked by Tripadvisor for accuracy.
- Which attractions will I visit with Arenales Caves/ Charco Azul River, Caves and Waterfall Exploration Adventure?
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- How much is Arenales Caves/ Charco Azul River, Caves and Waterfall Exploration Adventure?
- Arenales Caves/ Charco Azul River, Caves and Waterfall Exploration Adventure price starts from ₹ 8,946.00. Discover and book Arenales Caves/ Charco Azul River, Caves and Waterfall Exploration Adventure on Tripadvisor
- What is the Arenales Caves/ Charco Azul River, Caves and Waterfall Exploration Adventure cancellation policy?
- Arenales Caves/ Charco Azul River, Caves and Waterfall Exploration Adventure cancellation policy: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience. Discover and book Arenales Caves/ Charco Azul River, Caves and Waterfall Exploration Adventure on Tripadvisor
- Which company provides Arenales Caves/ Charco Azul River, Caves and Waterfall Exploration Adventure?
- Arenales Caves/ Charco Azul River, Caves and Waterfall Exploration Adventure is hosted by I Work Where You Vacation. Read reviews, discover additonal experiences or contact I Work Where You Vacation on Tripadvisor. Discover and book Arenales Caves/ Charco Azul River, Caves and Waterfall Exploration Adventure on Tripadvisor
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 322734P2
Itinerary
- You'll start at1374 Ashford Ave1374 Ashford Ave, San Juan, 00907, Puerto RicoRight in Front of Crush Juice BarSee address & details
- 1Charco Azul CanyonStop: 3 hoursCharco Azul and its other-worldly views is something that you simply cannot miss. Swimming thru caves is exhilarating. At the end we go cliff jumping (optional) for even more adrenaline. This visit includes The Arenales Caves as wellRead more
- You'll return to the starting point
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Vacationer828055
00A physically challenging tour that was well worth the effort.
This tour exceeded our expectations. Just a word of warning: the description says an age limit of 65 years. My wife…
kentlyp
00Natural beauty, great guides, a lot of fun
SO MUCH FUN! These guys are awesome- funny, knowledgeable, and super helpful when climbing tricky spots. They’re ve…
karenlX4385YG
00Beautifu and interesting hike. Challenge to climb inside the cave - worth it!!
Our guides were so fun we did two tours with them. The cave is really interesting with ancient drawings. Do not bri…
KRIS_WUZ_HERE
00Beautiful views Wild ride.
Had a Blast. You drive about 1.5 hours from Condado- around and into a mountain valley. In the valley is a beautifu…
632yousifa
00Great experience
Great guide and a super cool experience. I’d recommend this to anyone looking to explore el yunque and learn more a…
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00BOOK THIS
Honestly this was the highlight of our entire trip. This trip has it all. Adrenaline, history and incredible scener…
toobc68
00Amazing Experience
This was by far the BEST experience of my trip! It has a spectacular scenery, well trained guide and amazing Indian…
Zhatt
00DO IT. If you feel like being alive!
This was an ABSOLUTE adventure from the moment my friend and I got in the car. I want to say the staff here is lik…
KRIS_WUZ_HERE
00Top Level Experiences
My wife and I have been on two trips with the gentlemen from I Work Where You Vacation PR. They are a team of thr…
ryankL7925GC
00Awesome Experience
Brandon was a great tour guide! Had tons of fun and also learned a ton about Puerto Rico. The cliff jump was super …
Fernanda G
00Not for Families
While Brilliam was a great guide I feel that the tour was not as advertised. We had booked the tour to show our kid…
cyoungpsu
00Wow This Adventure is Amazing
The tour guide was EXCELLENT. He started the morning so friendly and made us feel very comfortable with the other t…
florak2015
00Best tour in Puerto Rico
This was amazing trip In good physical shape? Like hiking and swimming ? Would like to see breath taking view? Go o…
816stefaniez
00Fabulous Unique Hiking Experience
We absolutely loved our experience hiking with Jean. He knows his stuff, was very helpful and personable and went o…
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Heather W
1 contribution
John is an absolutely amazing down to earth guide. 100% authentic tour with no wait lines or crowds. I randomly purchased this tour for our girls trip and it was the highlight. John is so amazing that when I lost my phone, credit, and ID to get back into the states, he found it and returned it. This is an active hike. I would not take small children. Thank you so much John for an amazing experience!!!!
Written 3 February 2023
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Sonya Renee T
2 contributions
Jan 2023 • Friends
Our guide Brialliam was so supportive and fun. It felt like a day out with old friends even though we'd never met before. It was full of adventure and fun. I would HIGHLY recommend!
Written 31 January 2023
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Walter P
1 contribution
I highly recommend this tour! It’s a 10/10. John, our guide, was great! We were a small group, so the experience felt intimate and focused. John was funny, knowledgeable of the terrain and history of the area. The trip felt very comfortable and safe. The thought of hiking a rainforest or swimming through caves was never something I would think of doing, but I’m so glad I did, and that my first experience was through this tour. Puerto Rico is so beautiful and my brief time in Charco Azul is one I hope never to forget.
Written 31 January 2023
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Rena L
Lakewood, NJ3 contributions
Jan 2023 • Family
Brandon was a knowledgeable, personable and extremely fun guide for exploring the caves and waterfalls. There was just enough challenge, yet we felt very safe, allowing us to enjoy the magnificent rainforest, caves and pools. We are a couple in our late 40s and we took our seventeen year old daughter. It was a perfect trip to bond and have fun. I recommend Brandon for all ages and stages to experience the best Peurto Rico has to offer!!
Written 30 January 2023
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Tamara B
5 contributions
Jan 2023 • Friends
Our host was Brilliam - I may have spelled it wrong. He was amazing !!! He is calm and kind.
He called it "leg day" and that was the truth.
It is a chance to really push yourself. The stories about the caves and the people. So informative.
I will never forget this trip or Briliam - i was so sacred at to jump he held my hand. Spoke to me calmly and I don't know what it was in knew I could do it. When I landed in the water I cried. I was so proud of myself.
I'm 45, I love nature, I don't work out, true thick chick and I smoke.... you can do this.
Just FYI: You should bring a change of clothes to leave in the van
I would suggest tennis shoes that are light weight but with some grip. The hiking boots were way too heavy to swim in.
He took most of the picture so no need to put your phone in danger.
I would do it again every time !!
He called it "leg day" and that was the truth.
It is a chance to really push yourself. The stories about the caves and the people. So informative.
I will never forget this trip or Briliam - i was so sacred at to jump he held my hand. Spoke to me calmly and I don't know what it was in knew I could do it. When I landed in the water I cried. I was so proud of myself.
I'm 45, I love nature, I don't work out, true thick chick and I smoke.... you can do this.
Just FYI: You should bring a change of clothes to leave in the van
I would suggest tennis shoes that are light weight but with some grip. The hiking boots were way too heavy to swim in.
He took most of the picture so no need to put your phone in danger.
I would do it again every time !!
Written 28 January 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Laura M
1 contribution
What an amazing adventure! So much better than I was expecting! Very small group meaning, one other couple. Our guide, John, was so great! He took the time to explain every step along the way. If I needed help with where to step or place a handhold he was right there to help! I’m not as agile as I use to be, but was made to feel confident in my ability. Loved listening to his experience and knowledge. He really cares about the environment and keeping it safe and clean. I highly recommend this trip! Make sure to wear solid appropriate shoes and dressed to get wet! The less you bring, the better. I did bring a water proof pouch for my phone and left everything else behind. Snacks and water provided. Would do is again for sure! Run don’t walk ! 100% legit!!
Written 26 January 2023
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Candice K
1 contribution
Knowledgeable & fabulous guide. Awesome caves and trails. If you are looking for a day of adventure this is a must do!! But note this is not a trip if you are not in good physical condition!!
Written 26 January 2023
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Diego P
4 contributions
Jan 2023
If you're looking for an attraction that feels more local and peaceful and not as touristy, this one is your best bet! We had an awesome expedition through three caves in Puerto Rico. John not only taught us the history of the area, but also guided us and helped us along the way. I truly enjoyed swimming through the caves and being in the forest and rivers.
Written 25 January 2023
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Tmurray
Philadelphia, PA1 contribution
This tour has it all - hiking through rain forest, scrambling across rocks, swimming through caves, cliff jumping and celebratory sangria. You will be submerged so leave all of your belongings in the guide’s car. I wore my Keen closed toe water sandals and my husband wore regular water shoes and we managed wet rocks and hiking trails fine. The guide had a ton of local knowledge and was very familiar with the area. He was really attentive, helped our small group of four navigate the forest and took lots of photos for us. We saw a few other people but it wasn’t overcrowded at all- felt very secluded. It’s a must do!
Written 24 January 2023
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Dana M
4 contributions
Jan 2023 • Couples
Amazing adventure. John is an awesome tour guide and we had such a blast! This excursion takes some guts and was very physical but is worth it.
Written 22 January 2023
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Storyteller234799
1 contribution
What do we do with our cell phones and wallets, keys, etc.? Is there a place to leave them ?
Sandra B
7 contributions
I took a cell phone water ouch so I could take pictures. The rest (including towels etc) are left in the tour guides vehicle. It’s not recommended that you take anything because you’ll be treading through water, but you’ll also need both hands for some of the hiking.
Should a person wear runners and bring extra clothes?
MichaelNLou
Louisville, KY3 contributions
There's a place at the end where you can change clothes (and even shower if you wish). We brought along a change of clothes and a towel that we left in the vehicle (locked) and were able to change before heading back to town.