moderate
5–6 hours
Participants should be in decent physical shape able to hike uneven terrain and navigate waist-deep river sections.
Step off the beaten path with Atabey Tours’ Magical Mystery Tour—an immersive river trek, waterfall cliff jump, and cultural journey through Puerto Rico’s wild interior. Discover secluded swimming holes, a natural water slide, and the island’s rich Afro-Puerto Rican heritage.
VIP Rainforest experience into the Ancestral Soul of Puerto Rico!
5-6 Hours
~Magical mystery tour:
~We access this sacred land via a private property (farm) which belongs to us (Atabey Tours). From here we have a 15 minute hike through the forest to reach the river. This is a super off the beaten path local area (no tourists). This adventure requires hiking on uneven terrain. Once on the river, we do some wild river trekking (waist deep) and enjoy some beautiful swimming holes and an optional Mud Bath along with spectacular views of the mountains and even the ocean. We even have a natural water slide more up river for those true explorers. All this on the way to our stunning 40 foot waterfall where we can play and cliff jump into the river at all levels from easy to more challenging.
We bathe inside the vortex of the canyon created by the thundering waterfall carving out the rock over thousands of years. On the way back, we take the Afro-Puerto Rican scenic coastal route & learn about local African culture in our island. Pickup and drop off time is usually 12:30-5:30pm (possibly longer) depending on your pace as we have no rush in these magical places. We can also start earlier. I would pick you up in your place in the San Juan area.
River trekking involves waist-deep water and slippery rocks; sturdy water shoes with good grip are essential.
Wear clothing suitable for swimming and fast drying to stay comfortable throughout the river and waterfall activities.
Puerto Rico’s tropical heat means carrying water and applying reef-safe sunscreen during breaks is important.
The 15-minute hike across private forest terrain has uneven ground—good hiking shoes and some balance are key.
The tour highlights Afro-Puerto Rican culture, reflecting the island’s rich African heritage that shapes local traditions along the coastal route.
Atabey Tours manages the private land with an emphasis on eco-friendly practices, preserving the sensitive river ecosystem and surrounding forest.
Protect your feet and improve traction during wet and slippery river trekking.
Dry quickly to keep comfortable during swims and river trekking.
summer specific
Protect your skin while preserving the natural ecosystem.
summer specific
Stay hydrated throughout the physically demanding adventure.