Head to Puerto Rico if you want to learn how to enjoy your life! Vacations in Puerto Rico are replete with fun, sun, and rum! The nation also brags of the lone tropical rainforest in the US National Forest System known as the “El Yunque.”
This land of Salsa is also rich with folklores and vast varieties of flora and fauna. Puerto Rico is located in the east of Dominican Republic in the Caribbean Sea. A member of the US commonwealth, Puerto Rico is an archipelago of one large island, Greater Antilles, and many other small islands as well as keys. While majority of the population if Spanish speaking, most of the tourist areas are English speaking making it easy for English speaking tourists to find their way around the island nation. The land mass is made up of mountains such as the central mountain range at Cerro de Punta, while the sun-kissed, golden sand beaches and warm, aquamarine waters along the northern coastline attract tourists in hordes! If you are planning a vacation with your family or just want to spend some time with your inner self then you can join one of the top tours Puerto Rico.
“El Yunque” Puerto Rico
Discovered by Columbus in 1493, everything about Puerto Rico is unique whether it is their strong cultural roots, architecture and buildings that have deep rooted historical past, nature and natural habitats and of course the people!
Vacations in Puerto Rico are of a different kind because this is where you can experience nature in its many hues, and get to witness the most remarkable and unique natural phenomenon: the changing hues of the turquoise sea on Icacos. Whether you are the adventurous kind or the family man looking to spend some valuable time with your kids – tours Puerto Rico are simply magical. From the 300 miles of coastline with fine sandy beaches to the warm tropical waters of the El Yunque tropical rainforest, you can enjoy the bliss of being in “el paradiso!”
The Undeniable Charm of Puerto Rico
Vacations in Puerto Rico include tours of the most famous national treasures. Here’s our list of the three best tours in Puerto Rico.
El Yunque Rain Forest Tour – One of the most famous tours Puerto Rico, you’ll have to travel northeast to visit this 28,000 acre sweeping rainforest. The Yokahu Tower, standing tall at 1,575 feet above sea level, will give you the best views. Go trigger happy capturing images of the beautiful "La Coca waterfall,” Sleeping Hibiscus, Birds of Paradise, and lots more. Keep an eye out for Puerto Rican native birds Todies and Reinitas.
Historic San Juan Tour – Of course, the capital of Puerto Rico is famous as the Western Hemisphere’s second oldest city! So, you definitely can’t miss it. Enjoy historic buildings such as Palace of Santa Catalina, home to the Governor; the Capitol Building, the City Hall, the Cathedral (also known as the burial place of Ponce de Leon), his house Casa Blanca, and the San Juan Wall etc. Many tours Puerto Rico of San Juan also include a visit to the Bacardi Rum Plant. This is the world’s largest rum plant and you can enjoy complimentary rum drinks here!
Ponce City – Tours Puerto Rico is incomplete without a visit to Ponce City. It is also known as the "Southern Charm" or the “Pearl of the South” is the second largest city in the nation. Full of mystery and history, Ponce’s Art Museum itself is an exciting journey into the world of Puerto Rico’s native culture and heritage. While at it, don’t miss the Indian Ceremonial Park, the famous La Perla, the Parque de Bombas or the fire house and the Cathedral. All the best tours in Puerto Rico include Ponce’s Serralles Castle, which towers the city at 300 feet and offers some spectacular views. At the heart of the nation’s cultural movement, Ponce is definitely sensuous and a ‘not-to-be-missed’ Puerto Rico destination!