The Ultimate El Yunque National Forest Travel Guide | Rio Grande, Puerto Rico

[@gabrielacgomeziglesias9246]

Amazing content and very helpful! Keep them coming!!

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Thank you, Gabriela! Looking forward to sharing more great videos for you guys!

[@brienfoaboutanything9037]

All you need to know about El Yunque National Forest: kzbin.info/www/bejne/joquhXdjZcmfadU

[@celiari9702]

Ok, I’m going to rewatch this with a notebook 📝. Great info!!

[@BriksTravelGuides]

😂😂😂 Definitely! It’s always good to make a plan!

[@celiari9702]

I agree 😁

[@ga20904]

Brother this is the best video on KZbin regarding El Yunque National Forest, thank you 👌

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Thank you so much!! 🙏🏼😄🇵🇷 Gonna be uploading a video next week of the recently reopened El Portal visitor center.

[@ga20904]

@@BriksTravelGuides That's great because I am heading to PR in March.

[@dariashar4995]

Hey we just did your guide to El Yunque! We loved it thank you so much! There is this path that goes up from the Juan Diego Falls, we climbed it and there is a fork kinda in the beginning that goes left and right, you need to turn left! So you can also add it to your video, cause we climbed up right at the fork and it leads nowhere and is kinda a long way. Also this hike from Juan Diego Falls was really difficult because of mud, water and incline. So maybe also consider introducing levels of difficulty to your guides:) otherwise all went great!

[@kasandraboucher-zawaira4627]

It was so fun to see you at El Yunque today!!!!! My son is such a fan and your advice was perfect for the day!

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Hey Kasandra!! Thank you so much for saying hi!! Check out the community tab on my channel for a surprise! Haha I hope you have even more fun on the rest of your trip in Puerto Rico! 😄🙌🏼🇵🇷🌳

[@xXProspectXx]

Great Job with this video. You’re the man 💪🏽

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Thank you!! This was my first video so not the best so I appreciate you thinking it’s good! 😂🙌🏼🇵🇷

[@catherinevelazquez5940]

Hi Brian! My husband, two kids; and I just got back from visiting our parents' homeland, PR. THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THIS VIDEO! We did everything in this video as you instructed and we had an AMAZING day. We started at 8am and finishedl 8 in the evening. Please please please make more videos like this.

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Hi Catherine!! Thank you so much for this comment! I’m so pumped you had an amazing time visiting and reconnecting with Puerto Rico! Uploading something really soon! Thank you again!

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Hey! La Coca is right next to the street so you’ll drive past it and watch it from the sidewalk. There are three waterfalls that you can see in the Juan Diego trail. The first is really small but beautiful and the second one is bigger and also really easy to get to. To get to the third one you’ll need to climb up a pretty steep hill that can get muddy (you can see it on the video) so I wouldn’t suggest this one. The others are pretty easy. Hope you can see them! 😄🙌🏼🇵🇷

[@BriksTravelGuides]

No problem! 😄

[@MsCubanmex]

This video along with the other Puerto Rico travel guide video...are very helpful. My husband and I will be staying at an air bnb in isla verde Carolina. What other places besides el yunque do you suggest we visit. Our air bnb is ocean front so we'll have views of beach and ocean for the whole week.

[@yadiluzsantini9304]

Great information, very, very, did I say very? useful and important. Thank you for your time. You are officially the first video I ever post anything to. You deserved it.

[@BriksTravelGuides]

What a way to make my day, Yadiluz!! Every time I receive a message like this I’m incredibly humbled. 😌🙏🏼 I’m glad that so many people love my work and that I’ve helped them discover what a beautiful place Puerto Rico is! 🙌🏼🇵🇷 Thank you so much for your comment! It’s an honor to be your first! 💪🏼🙌🏼😄🥇

[@dewaynewestmoreland3773]

I want to visit Puerto Rico. It looks amazing.

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Hey Dewayne! Thank you for watching my videos! Puerto Rico is definitely a beautiful island with a lot of fun and exiting things to see and do! Hopefully we can have you over soon!

[@dewaynewestmoreland3773]

@@BriksTravelGuides yes!! 💙💙

[@gabbycurtis6965]

Im planning a trip to Puerto Rico with my boyfriend in spring thank you for this video 😄

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Hey Gabby!! So exited to have you guys here in the island! I hope you have an amazing time! Super happy that my videos have been helpful to you guys! 😄🙌🏼🙏🏼🇵🇷

[@randallkinsley3033]

Was a wonderful visit last time. Will even be better the second time!

[@BriksTravelGuides]

I love every time I go to El Yunque. There’s something about being surrounded by so many trees that just relaxed you.

[@Logan27T]

This helps us a lot. I’m brining my niece and best friend with me in late July this year so we’re looking up all the content on Puerto Rico we can. It’s going to be our ladies trip of the year. Thank you so much!

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Hey! I'm glad this video was helpful to plan you trip! Check out the rest of my videos for other exiting things to do in Puerto Rico!

[@juliac.3400]

Gracias, Thank you for making this video and for the tips at the end also 😊

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Hi Julia!! Thank you so much for stopping by and leaving a comment!! Love to help people appreciate my beautiful island 🇵🇷☺️🙌🏼.

[@kings17court]

I love Love LOVE Mt Britton Tower. I love the view, and if you are lucky, you will get some clouds coming through, which pass right at the level of the top of the tower. It literally makes it feel like air conditioning. By the time you get there you are usually a little hot from the hike, and if there are no clouds, it will be hot, and you probably won't want to stay there long. But if you have some clouds, aaaah so cool, breezy, and enjoyable. Makes you just want to hang out up there for a while, enjoying the view from different angles. And as the clouds move, it changes the perspective and view, making for a great experience.

[@BriksTravelGuides]

You perfectly described one of the best feelings you can get while visiting El Yunque. I love seeing clouds roll by every so often, making you feel like you're in the sky only to eventually reveal the wonderful view of the coastline. Amazing feeling!

[@nicolebentley984]

The tallest mountain looks beautiful 😍

[@BriksTravelGuides]

That view from the top is something else! 😱😱😱😍😍😍

[@davidromero7793]

Thank you for the video. I am heading to El Yunque on (9/7/2021) and found this video very useful. I will have to watch it again for the details.

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Thank you for your comment, David! Glad it was helpful to you! 😄🙌🏼

[@CaribbeanNW]

Gracias, voy a salir ahora desde Guaynabo hacia El Yunque, hace como 18 años que no voy 😮.

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Wepa!! Espero que la hayas pasado bien visitando El Yunque! Se que hay otras areas que abrieron y los requisitos para entrar cambiaron. Gracias por dejar un comentario 😄🙏🏼🇵🇷

[@bellasama5923]

thank you I am more clear on the trip now.

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Hey Bella! So glad to know that my video was helpful! Hope you have a great time in Puerto Rico! 😄🇵🇷🙌🏼

[@BluePR-hy4dn]

Highly recommend to bring your drone if you have one a (good drone not the cheap ones of Amazon)

[@BriksTravelGuides]

For sure! Don’t want your drone flown away by the wind up there 😂😅🌬️💨

[@winsomeg1124]

My daughters are there now. They sent me pics so I looked it up. Never heard of El Yunge before. It's beautiful. I hope to visit one day. ☺️💕👍✔️

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Hey Winsome!! Thank you for leaving a comment! I hope your daughters had a great time during their visit to Puerto Rico and El Yunque! Definitely visit one day, you’ll love it! 😄🙌🏼🇵🇷

[@winsomeg1124]

@@BriksTravelGuides Hello, you're welcome. Yes, they did, so much that they want to return again☺️👍

[@BriksTravelGuides]

That’s amazing! I hope they get a chance one day and maybe bring you along! 😄🙌🏼🇵🇷

[@serranoontheradio5811]

Great content! Thank you for making this.

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Hey Serrano! Thank you so much for the nice comment and support!

[@MartinezGardenia]

Thank you for making this video! I’m so excited for this trip.

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Hey Gardenia! Thanks so much for watching my videos! I’m glad they were helpful to you! Now I’m pumped for you and your trip! 😂😄🙌🏼

[@MartinezGardenia]

@Brik’s Ultimate Puerto Rico Travel Guides I’m back from my trip and I actually did end up going to El Yunque with a tour group! Great experience and now I miss Puerto Rico it’s so beautiful there 🇵🇷 Thanks again 😃

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Hey Gardenia! So glad you had an amazing time while visiting El Yunque and Puerto Rico! 🇵🇷 For such a tiny island it really does have so many beautiful places to visit! 😄🙌🏼 Hope to have you back soon!

[@johnnylawrence.]

Yes, keep this going. Just wish I'd found you earlier, been to the island twice now in the past three months. I certainly plan on going again and will look for more vids from ya!

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Thank you so much, Johnny! Comments like yours keep me going! Hopefully we have you back on the island and my videos help you discover places you never knew existed in Puerto Rico!

[@andymccaleb]

Great content!! Keep it up bro!

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Thank you so much for your comment and motivation, Andy! I’ve made more videos since my first El Yunque travel guide and I’d like to think I’ve improved in quality haha Make sure to check them out on my channel! 🙌🏼🙏🏼💪🏼😄🇵🇷

[@lck843]

awesome thanks

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Thanks for leaving a comment! Glad the guide was helpful! 😄🙌🏼🇵🇷

[@EpicAdventureCouple]

Thanks, we’re going in 2 weeks. Good info going to compare Hawaii to PR. Hikes, rainforest’s, beaches and most importantly COSTS. Mahalo.

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Hey! Thank you for watching and commenting! Glad my video was helpful! I hope you have a great time during your visit! 😄🙌🏼🇵🇷

[@mathewstevens6771]

Gracias for the video and gracias for your hair. 🤌

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Haha thank you for the support, leaving a comment and the compliment 🧔🏻😂

[@francis1889]

Thanks for all the information! I will be there in June :)

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Thank you for watching my videos! Glad it was helpful to you! We welcome you with open arms! 😄🇵🇷

[@LOGANNICHOLE]

Thanks for the info and awesome video! Cant wait to go back to El Yunque!

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Thank you for watching my video! Glad it was helpful! 😄🙌🏼

[@francisafranciscordero5804]

Excelenteeee!!!!

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Mil gracias!! 🙌🏼🙏🏼😄

[@philippebellerive5996]

Good video. Others on las cuevas de camus, rincon, vieques!

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Thank you so much Philippe!! Vieques and Rincon are definitely on the list! Rincon is such a beautiful, calm and fun place. I’ll be uploaded an video of Cabo Rojo soon, which is close to Rincon. Stay tuned! 😄🙌🏼

[@alexisritchie2117]

Thanks so much! I'm visiting in June!

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Hey Alexis! So glad this video was helpful to you! 🙌🏼😄

[@Mayatv7]

Really shows the African roots

[@ElizabethRamirez-dx3gt]

Helpful video what do recommend take a tour guide or drive myself?

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Hey! Thank you! Depends. If you want someone to point out interesting facts about the rainforest that you otherwise wouldn’t have learned about, then a tour guide would be great! If you’d like to explore the rainforest at your own pace, the you could definitely do it yourself. Another thing to keep in mind is transportation costs. There are tour guides that include transportation. If you go on your own, you’d have to rent a car (which can be expensive) or find another form of transportation. Hope that helps!

[@stonewoodvillage6430]

Great tips! Thank you!

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Hey! Glad my guide was helpful!

[@gonzalocamp3464]

¡Great video! My buena info.

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Gracias Gonzalo! Que bueno que te fue util! 🙌🏼😄

[@a.girl.has.many.plants3743]

Great info!!!

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Thank you!! I appreciate the support! 😄🙏🏼🇵🇷

[@miaarchibald3365]

My family is going to PR in June.. I would love to see content about activities for large families with kids, crash boat beach.. and the bioluminescent bay.. and the trail in El Yunque that's best to take with kids

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Mia! Thank you so much for your comment and for supporting the channel! I definitely plan on visiting Crash Boat and the Bioluminescent Bay soon! If you want a kid friendly hike in el Yunque you should check out Mt. Britton Trail! It's definitely beautiful and I see many groups of happy families hike it every time I go. I mention it in my video! Also, I suggest buying your entrance ticket to el Yunque ahead of time. Many people are getting left out because they wait till the last minute to buy the entrance ticket. If your whole family is traveling in one car, you'll need just one entrance ticket since one ticket is valid per car. Another misconception is that if you book a specific time slot you need to leave by the end of that time slot. You actually have until the park closes to venture around. Ask the guard at the entrance when the park closes to make sure you have the correct time. They generally close the gate at 6PM. (That was a lot of information but I hope that helps! haha).

[@miaarchibald3365]

@@BriksTravelGuides thank you! I look forward to your next videos!

[@miaarchibald3365]

Is there an Angelito trail in El Yunque? I saw it in a different video.. but not on the map

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Hey Mia! El Yunque is a large rainforest that covers many areas. Angelito's Trail is located in el Yunque, but not inside the main visitor area to el Yunque. If you search for "Angelito Trail Head" you'll get directions. Let me know if that works!

[@z_z7976]

Hi! I just found your channel and I have to say I absolutely LOVE your content! This was a very helpful guide and I'm definitely going to use it when I take my boys to Puerto Rico. Btw I would love to see a video of that restaurant-lined street you mentioned. 😍

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Hey there! So glad that the video was helpful to you! You can never really go wrong by visiting el Yunque! I’ll definitely go back and take a deep dive of the street food culture in Luiquillo! 🙌🏼

[@Charro620]

I am planning a trip in June with my kids and would love an overview of the local food in the area of Luiquillo!

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Hey! So glad you’re visiting Puerto Rico! 🇵🇷 I’ll definitely be covering the kiosks in Luquillo and all the food you need to try there! I’m also making a video of the rivers and waterfalls you need to visit near el Yunque so if you’re into that sort of thing, make sure to subscribe to the channel because that video is gonna come out soon!

[@ouamaiahtra6722]

very helpful tips

[@rachelpassey3355]

We love your channel! Do you know if reservations are still required? We have a trip planned for Feb 2024

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Hey Rachel! Sorry I got to your comment late. Were you able to go? No reservation, now it’s based on the order people arrive. Not sure how long that will last.

[@dianadampier4075]

Gracias por la informacion.

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Hola Diana! Claro que si!! Gracias a ti por ver mis videos! 🙏🏼🇵🇷😄

[@Offshore1977]

Thank you

[@BriksTravelGuides]

No problem!! 😄🙌🏼🇵🇷

[@mombrra279]

Thank you❤

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Of course! Happy to help! 😄🙌🏼🇵🇷

[@carolmartinez8939]

Puerto Rico, is such a beautiful place from what I have seen on the vide, i would like to plan a vacation. Where is a good place to start?

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Hey Carol! Puerto Rico is breathtaking! You can start by exploring the popular Old San Juan (which I plan on covering in future videos), but also make sure to visit other places outside of the metro area. A lot of people just visit Old San Juan and El Yunque, which are amazing, don’t get me wrong, but there are so many other things to see and do. Check out my other videos! Hopefully that gives you an idea! 🙌🏼🙏🏼🇵🇷

[@Right735]

Once when I was in El yunque I found a definitely more than 6 foot long boa

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Oh wow! I’ve seen boas but definitely not a 6 foot long one! 😱🐍

[@ShaneJBurke1]

HI Brik, Your videos are absolutely amazing and very very insiteful and perfectly worded and described. My wife and kids and i have been watching your videos all day. We are happy to know the El Yunque is now available and has much more to offer than when we last went to the rainforest back in 2010. So tickets are by car not by person? Thanks so much again for your beautiful videos on The island.

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Hey Shane! Thank you so much for your comment! Always ecstatic to see people enjoying my videos! Yes, tickets are by car. If you’re arriving in just one car, buy one ticket.

[@ShaneJBurke1]

@@BriksTravelGuides excelente Gracias!! I can’t wait to come back !

[@martineerian3151]

i have legs injury but i really really want to visit the park to see the waterfalls, would you say its a long walk and a challenge? please let me know I could really use your guidance

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Hey Martine! Depending on how much mobility you have. I would say the easiest is Puente Roto. You’ll park right next to the road and you’re basically right at the river. Next is Juan Diego. It is a very short walk, but you’ll have to go up some stairs so that might not work for you depending on the injury and mobility. The other would be Angelito’s trail, which is like a 10 minute walk on mostly flat surface, though at times you have to go up or down inclines and stairs. Puente Roto would be the best bet. Hope that helps and hopefully you get to enjoy the river! 😄🙌🏼🇵🇷

[@teejenkins2101]

Hi! I am here in Naguabo PR AND WABT TI USE YOUR SERVICES F for my family’s Rain forest experience.

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Hey! Thanks for your message! Not sure if you’re still in Naguabo but you can send me an email at [e-mail].

[@natureescapes360]

Great video! After a year i wonder if "La Mina" waterfall is open to the public again🤔

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Hey!! Thank you for the support! As far as I know, it wasn’t open, and now after being hit by Hurricane Fiona, El Yunque is closed until further notice. 😔🇵🇷

[@hodayaunger]

Thank you! Very helpful video👏

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Hey! Glad you enjoyed the video! Hope you have a great time visiting Puerto Rico! 🇵🇷

[@hodayaunger]

@@BriksTravelGuides I hope so too, do you know is there is a problem going to old San Juan now because of the covid?

[@BriksTravelGuides]

There is no problem visiting Old San Juan because of COVID, however there are health protocols every visitor needs to follow wherever they go. Most, if not all businesses and attractions are operating following these guidelines. If you want to learn more, read the guidelines here: www.discoverpuertorico.com/info/travel-guidelines

[@hodayaunger]

@@BriksTravelGuides thank you!

[@BriksTravelGuides]

No problem! Happy to help!

[@Right735]

I picked it up I know crazy why do that I was interested

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Hahaha wow! Luckily we don’t have venomous snakes so you didn’t put yourself into any real danger haha

[@christinadipinto6109]

Super helpful - especially the coordinates you listed below! As a non-spanish speaker, it would be helpful if you also had the names of the places you were mentioning as little captions on the video, but that's just a minor suggestion. Thanks again!

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Hi Christina! Thank you so much for your comment!! I’m glad it was super helpful! After this first video I’ve been including the names of the places I mention as text on the videos since it was something several people suggested. Thank you for the feedback and the kind words! 😄🙌🏼🇵🇷

[@simplyyp]

Hey Brik, We wanna visit this rainforest on February 3rd, 2023 but tickets are unavailable now. Any idea? Thanks!

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Hey!! You’re either gonna have to get on the website near the date you want to go to see if they release any new tickets. There’s also a page on Facebook called Puerto Rico Travelers where you could ask if people are not going to use their entrances. Another option is going with a tour operator that provides transportation into the park. Hope that helps!! 😄🙏🏼🇵🇷

[@vanessalopez948]

My family and I will be in Puerto Rico soon, is there any updates in regards to el yunque?

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Hey! Not sure if you already visited, but now tickets to enter are only available the day before. Very inconvenient.

[@gingerdonel7486]

Amazing video! Thank you! Will be there in September - where are the least touristy hikes or any fun rock slides? I saw in a comment Las Paylas and Las Tinajas - are those easy to get to after some hiking in the park?

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Hi Ginger! I have a whole video talking about the rivers and waterfalls near El Yunque and it does include Las Paylas and Las Tinajas. In short, las paylas is easy to get to but can get crowded and las tinajas is harder to get to. You can also consider hiking in the Toro Negro Forest. I plan on making a future video on the hiking alternatives to El Yunque.

[@christianperez8425]

As of now, 2023 do you still have to make a reservation to visit el yunque?

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Hey Christian! Unfortunately you still need a reservation. Hopefully they either eliminate the reservation system soon so more people can go, or increase the amounts of people that can go on a given day.

[@oscarahumada5341]

There are no tickets available and I’m trying to go in March 2nd… do I need a ticket for el Yunque peak trail area?

[@neerajchouksey3761]

Amazing content !! 1 QQ Can all of these spots be covered in half day or we need full day. FYI we are travelling with Toddler.

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Hey Neeraj! If you only have half a day maybe skip going to the top of El Yunque and just go up to Mt. Britton. The rest of the places on this video are pretty easy to get to. Also consider going to the El Portal Visitor Center which recently reopened. I just uploaded a video on it. It’s a great place to take kids because it has interactive exhibits about the rainforest. Check my lates video out!

[@neerajchouksey3761]

@@BriksTravelGuides Is CAMUY CAVES safe with toddlers or Kids

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Yes it is! Though I read they were temporarily closed (don’t remember why). They might be open again. If they are, they’re definitely worth visiting!

[@larutadelinversionista6929]

*Buen Canal!👍*

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Mil gracias! 🙌🏼🙏🏼

[@scuffco1868]

Super, curfews are lefted & open containers on beaches😀? Looks like I'll need ground transport, other then Wallys🤔 to rainforest, cost? Is the ticketing a CV19 thing or standard? Famliar w/ reseration system..Très bon champ de mouvement '21

[@staceydill6461]

How long is the hike to Mt Britton Tower, from the road? Not sure that we are up to a 3 hour hike..can we get closer by road before walking?

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Hey Stacey! The shortest hike to Mt. Britton is starting from the Mt. Britton trail. That would be approximately a 45 minute hike from the parking to the tower and 45 minutes back. Hope that helps! 😄🙌🏼🇵🇷

[@Linase]

Are they still doing a reservation system?

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Hey! Unfortunately, yes they are. Fortunately, if you’re visiting these couple of weeks, there seems to be availability. We’re in a slow season after all. Hope that helps! 😄🇵🇷🙌🏼

[@douglasjre]

What is the name of the street lined with all restaurants?

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Calle Loiza in San Juan! Many great places to eat there! 😋🙌🏼🇵🇷

[@forpudge]

Hi Brian! How long is the walk from the Mount Britton Spur to El Yunque peak?

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Hey!! It’s about 45 minutes I would say. Hope that helps!! 😄🙌🏼🇵🇷

[@onetime910]

The ticket is run out. Do you often get the tickets at 8AM the day before your travel date? Also, is there a driving route in the park? Many thanks!

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Hey Rachel! Yes, I would suggest checking their website at 8AM the day before you want to go since they release tickets. These tickets sell out fast so make sure to check at exactly 8AM. Hope that helps! 😄🙌🏼🇵🇷

[@doniciahenry]

Do you still have to make reservations?

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Hey Donicia! Unfortunately, yes. They do run out fairly quick, which is a shame for those who aren’t able to find entrances. I would suggest going into the reservation portal the day before early in the morning since they release more spaces. If not, try visiting angelito’s trail or the other rivers and waterfalls near El Yunque. If you want to go hiking, try visiting Toro Negro (video on my channel). It’s further away, but it gives you a similar vibe to El Yunque. Hope that helps! 😄🙌🏼🇵🇷

[@mariangelyrios7126]

Cm se llama ese spot o como se llega?

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Hola! Cual spot en especifico dentro del video?

[@MiguelRodriguez-iw4vs]

Hey do more tickets go on sale 24 hours before a visit ?

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Hey Jesus! I mean…. Miguel 😂 (joking around with your profile pic). Yes, if you don’t see tickets available to visit El Yunque, make sure to go back into the website the day before, they do open some spots. The last time I visited, that’s what I had to do.

[@miosakai6375]

I didn't know reservation is needed. If the day I am planning to go is fully booked what should I do? Could I still get a ticket in the early morning?

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Hi Mio! Yes, at least at the moment you need a ticket to visit. I’m hoping that after COVID cools down, they’ll increase the limit of people that can book each day. Try to check every other day to book. Remember, each ticket accounts for one vehicle, so if 5 people arrive in one car, you’ll just need one ticket. Also, try to check the day before and early in the day you’re planning to go. If you can’t find tickets, maybe you’d like visiting the rivers and waterfalls near El Yunque. You can learn all about them on the video I’ve made: Top 5 Rivers & Waterfalls Near El Yunque. Hope that helps! 🙏🏼😄🇵🇷

[@dianaserna597]

Hola excelente vídeo me confundi un poco se deja el carro parqueado y subes hasta la cima caminando o en carro también ?

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Hola! No se puede llegar a la cima en carro. Tienes que dejarlo estacionado en la carretera cerca del comienzo de Mt. Britton Trail y subes caminando hasta Mt. Britton donde tienes la opción de seguir subiendo por la vereda o si deseas un camino mas fácil y directo puedes subir caminando por la carretera (la cual solo la pueden utilizar vehículos oficiales, no vehículos de visitantes) la cual te lleva a la cima del Yunque. De igual manera puedes bajar por la vereda o por la carretera hasta llegar a Mt. Britton y de ahi bajas por la vereda hasta donde dejaste el carro. Espero que eso se entienda! 😄🙌🏼

[@dianaserna597]

@@BriksTravelGuides mil gracias entendido !!! ☺️

[@BriksTravelGuides]

A la orden! Espero que disfrutes y gracias por ver mis videos! 😄🙏🏼🙌🏼

[@Marce87777]

@@BriksTravelGuides Es realista ir al Yunque sin carro? Gracias :)

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Hola Marcela! Conteste tu pregunta en el otro comentario pero para expandir: hay taxis que quizás te puedan dejar en la entrada del Yunque. De ahi a los trails tendrías que caminar bastante por ya calle ya que las diferentes areas que ves en el video están bastante separadas. Te tardarías caminando de lugar en lugar (sin contar la caminata de los trails).

[@kimberleesantillan3241]

Silly question..bathrooms ?? On the way up??

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Great question! Forgot to address it in the video. There are bathrooms near the main road that you could use, but there are no bathrooms on the way up or in the peak. 😅

[@kimberleesantillan3241]

@@BriksTravelGuides 😂😂 ..thank you . Going in April ..and always by top question lol

[@BriksTravelGuides]

😂 Hopefully that won’t be a problem during your visit!

[@Lyrics_And_Harmony]

Hello. I will be trying to go here in January. I cant seem to find the Mt. Britton Spur trail on any map. Is it a direct path from Mt. Britton Tower to El Yunque Peak? Where does the paved road take you? Please let me know. Thanks

[@Lyrics_And_Harmony]

Is it possible to just take the number 10 road after Mt. Britton Tower ALL the way to el yunque peak? This is the paved road correct?

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Hey! So, the road you go up to El Yunque “ends” near the start of the Mt. Britton trail. From there you walk that trail that leads you to another paved road that only ranges use. On that road you’ll keep walking up until you see a map. If you’re facing the map, to your right you’ll have a short trail that leads you to Mt. Britton. If you’re looking at the map, straight ahead you’ll see a trail that takes you to the peak of El Yunque. To the left of the map you’ll notice the paved road continues. This paved road also takes you to the peak of El Yunque quicker than the trail would. You can choose whatever you like. Hope that helps! 😄🙌🏼🇵🇷

[@learyam]

Acabo de verificar el website y sale como si todo estuviera book excepto del 24-26 de mayo. Alguna idea de por que sale todo así? Voy para PR el primer fin de semana de mayo. Gracias!

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Hola! El booking tiene muy pocos espacios y se agotan rapidísimos tan pronto están disponibles. Te aconsejo verificar el dia antes o el mismo dia como a las 8AM porque para ese tiempo liberan mas espacios, pero igual se van rápido. Cualquier cosa, puedes ir a Angelito’s Trail y zambullirte en el rio. No es lo mismo que hacer el hice por todo el area recreativa del Yunque, pero algo es algo.

[@jchristopherh5675]

I arrive airport at 230pm I just made reservations for 11am only day and time available for yunque are they strict about entrance after 3pm ??? Where best place n price to rent a car quickly from airport

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Hey! Honestly I’m not 100% sure how strict they are, but sometimes people don’t show up for their times so you might still have luck. If not, you could visit the rivers and waterfalls around El Yunque. You might want to check out the reviews of rental car companies on Google and look for positive feedback.

[@kaitabad4610]

How long is the trip roundtrip if I were to take Mt. Britton, Mt. Britton Spur, reach El Yunque peak, then go back to the car the same way? What's the difference in time if I were to take the paved road all the way down? Kinda confused. Thanks!!

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Hey Kait! From the parking area near the start of the Mt. Britton trail till the top of El Yunque you might take 1 hour and 30 minutes (one way), depending on your pace and how long you stay at Mt. Britton looking at the view. If you were to take the paved road back down from the top of el Yunque to Mt. Britton it might save you 15 - 20 minutes, so coming down through the trail from the top to the parking area might take you 1 hour and 10 minutes if you come down using the paved road. There are trail maps online where you can visualize it better. Hopefully that clears things up a bit! 🙏🏼🇵🇷

[@esierra8181]

Doea anyone know how long of a hike is it roughly from the main entrance to the peak of El yunque?

[@BriksTravelGuides]

I would say it might be about 4 hours one way, because it takes approximately 3h and 30m if you start from the Caimitillo trail, and that’s a further up from the main entrance where the park rangers are (near La Coca Fall). Hope that helps! 😄🙌🏼🇵🇷

[@trusteddie7]

What’s the last place you mentioned regarding the street with restaurants ? How do u spell it?

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Hi Sravan! Thank you for watching my videos! It’s called Los Kioskos de Luquillo. 😄🇵🇷

[@trusteddie7]

@@BriksTravelGuides thank you so much

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Always happy to help! 😄🙌🏼

[@myjoyella8574]

Hello Brik. Beautiful content. May I ask what you would recommend a solo visitor to El Yunque? Is it better to have a tour guide or you can manage by yourself? I also don't want to take the tour buses because I want to take full advantage of the forest and see it all without a crowd? What would you recommend? Thank you

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Hey! Thank you so much! The reality is that el Yunque is a very easy place to explore by yourself. There is one road that has several trails that lead you to different areas. If I had to chose, I would go first to Juan Diego Falls because even though it isn’t that big of a waterfall, it is beautiful. After this I would hike up Mt. Britton Train, see the Mt. Britton Tower and after continue hiking up to the peak of el Yunque by continuing Mt. Britton Spur which turns into El Yunque Trail. At the top, enjoy the view and then come back down either through the trail or if you want an easier way down, take the paved road. If you want to refresh after hiking you might want to visit Juan Diego Falls after your hike. If you want to visit a larger river nearby you can visit Angelitos Trail which is close by. I’m making a video soon on the rivers and waterfalls near el Yunque so make sure to subscribe to watch that!

[@myjoyella8574]

@@BriksTravelGuides Thank you so much. I will definitely check it out.

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Happy to help! 😄

[@Marce87777]

@@BriksTravelGuides Hello Brik! Thank you so much for all the info! Based on your recommendation for a solo travel, do you know if I still need to reserve a ticket? I don't think I will have a rental car for my visit. And how many miles is this total hike approx? Thank you again :)

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Hi Marcela! Glad my video was helpful!! Recently they are allowing people to visit El Yunque during the week without a ticker. If you plan to visit during the weekend, you’ll need a ticket. If you don’t have a car, your hotel might be able to help you find a taxi that can take you to the entrance gate and back to your hotel. Not sure about the miles but the longest trail to the peak at the moment can take you 3 hours (one way). If you want a shorter trail (1.5 hours one way) to the peak, start at the beginning of the Mt. Britton trail. Hope that helps!! 😄🙌🏼🇵🇷

[@jacquelynneporter-marts2180]

Are the roads ok for a small/medium car? Just wondering if I need to rent and SUV or a car will do!

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Hey! Thanks for commenting! The road to El Yunque is pretty well kept so a sedan is more than capable. Sometimes if it rains a lot (like last week) the roads can get flooded so it would be better to have an SUV. You really could do either. If you want to be save, go for the SUV.

[@aish2490]

Is it easy to visit with a two year old. Will you please provide list of places which involves easy hikes with babies.

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Hi there! You can see a couple of things at El Yunque just by driving up the street. If you want the lightest hike, I’d recommend the Mt Britton Trail that leads to the tower. As you saw, it has some amazing views of El Yunque and the coastline. You might take more than 30 min to hike it with a 2 year old, but it’s doable. There are also resting stops on the way up.

[@aish2490]

@@BriksTravelGuides Thank you :)

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Always happy to help! 😄🙌🏼🇵🇷

[@ynot4949]

Planning to visit November 29 2023 how can I hire your service ?

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Hey!! You can send me an email at [e-mail]. I’m currently not offering tour guide services, but I can definitely refer you certified tour guides! 😄🙌🏼🇵🇷

[@angelicamriveramuniz5506]

Saludos 🤗 Usualmente frecuento el Yunque y no sé como llegar a esa piscina natural que muestras detrás de ti. ¿ Cómo se llega?

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Hola Angelica! Esa piscina que ves en la portada del video se llama el Baño Grande. Si lo buscas en Google Maps te va a llevar directamente al lugar! Este lugar es hermoso para ver, pero desde el año 1968 no dejan que las personas naden dentro del por motivos de seguridad. Si deseas darte un chapuzón en el Yunque puedes ir a la cascadas de Juan Diego. Igualmente lo puedes encontrar si lo buscas en Google Maps y lo cubro en el video. Espero que eso te ayude! Mil gracias por tu comentario y por ver mis videos!

[@angelicamriveramuniz5506]

@@BriksTravelGuides Muchas gracias por tu respuesta. Me encataría ir con mis amistades. La cascada de Juan Diego es hermosa, al igual que la que estáa más arriba; ya he ido varias veces a ambas.

[@nataliamartinez7051]

Cuando dijiste lo del full stomach me dio pavera

[@BriksTravelGuides]

😂😂😂 hay que estar ready pa la aventura.

[@lulasadventures3758]

As a Puerto Rican now living in the US, I would have wished the Yunque had longer trails that cross the island, rather than a day park.

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Hey Nicole! Yes! That would be fantastic! The longest trail open at the moment can take you about 3 hours (maybe more) one way to the top and 3 going back. Either way, El Yunque is a beautiful place to visit. 😄🌿🌳🌴🇵🇷

[@sashacolon6660]

I went to a place when I was young. The doors we enter lead right back outside. We got into a very small boat and rode around to different little islands. I specifically remember one island being packed with lizards, small to large! Does anyone know this place ?

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Not sure which island you visited but we have several smaller islands that are part of Puerto Rico. I’ll name a few to see if any sound familiar: Isla de Mona, Vieques, Culebra, Caja de Muerto, Isla de Cabra, Palomino, Icacos, Isla de Ratones, Desecheo, Cayo Santiago. Hope that helps!

[@jayatnight2757]

How can I take and taxi or an Uber there ?

[@BriksTravelGuides]

If you’re staying at a hotel I would coordinate with the concierge desk and see if they have any services that take people to El Yunque. I wouldn’t take an Uber there since you won’t be able to hail an Uber from El Yunque. Hope you can work this out! 🙏🏼🇵🇷

[@jayatnight2757]

Yea I’m staying in a Airbnb in San Juan im going to see if we can hitch a ride with some others or something but it’s gonna be an a bummer if we can’t go

[@laindiaquemanda]

I want to go to a charco del hippie do i need to reserve the cars too?

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Hey Karen! In short, you don’t have to reserve a spot to enter el Yunque if you are going to Salto el Hippie. El Yunque is very large and stretches out into various municipalities. Salto el Hippie is located in the municipality of Naguabo which is further away (about 40 minutes) from the main entrance to el Yunque, which is located in Rio Grande and where you can find all the trails and attractions that you see in this video.

[@laindiaquemanda]

@@BriksTravelGuides oh wow i just searched it its far. I will be ziplining with junglequipr.com do you recommend any water holes that i can spend the rest of they day in

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Hey! Awesome! Near that area you can go to a couple of different rivers. If you walk down Angelito’s Trail near el Yunque you will find a very relaxed pond perfect to unwind. If you want something a little bit more exiting you can either go to Las Paylas or Las Tinajas falls. Both of them have very cool natural rock water slides. Las Paylas is a little closer to el Yunque than Las Tinajas and it is easier to get to from wherever you park. In Las Paylas you might need to pay a small donation to the owners of the land you are crossing, but it’s not a significant amount. Both of them are worth a visit!

[@jeanleediaz9650]

Hello is it easy to maneuver around without a guide ?

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Hey there! If you are visiting the main visitor area of El Yunque I’d say it’s pretty easy walking around. There are maps at the beginning of every trail and they are pretty well kept.

[@dujourw1600]

Hi! Is it safe to rent and drive a car into the park? When we get there do we park the car and get out and walk?

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Hey!! Yes, it’s safe to drive a rented car in the park. The roads are pretty well kept. I have a sedan and I’ve never had a problem driving to El Yunque. To see the different areas you park your car next to the road and then explore the area.

[@dujourw1600]

@@BriksTravelGuides thank you so much we’re coming next week and super excited to see everything 😁

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Of course! Always happy to help! Hope you have an amazing visit to Puerto Rico! 😄🇵🇷🙌🏼

[@nintendo7747]

How can I vist el yunque without a car ?

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Hey!! There are companies that will drive you to different locations around the island, including El Yunque. You could also look for tour guides that offer transportation to and from El Yunque.

[@trone3630]

Wikipedia "Hawaiian tropical rainforests".

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Wikipedia: “US National Forest in Hawaii”

[@trone3630]

@@BriksTravelGuides Wikipedia page for "Hawaiian tropical rainforests" -- ''The Hawaiian tropical rainforests are a tropical moist broadleaf forest ecoregion in the Hawaiian Islands. They cover an area of 6,700 km2 (2,600 sq mi) in the windward lowlands and montane regions of the islands..."

[@trone3630]

@@BriksTravelGuides Wikipedia page for "Panaʻewa Rainforest Zoo" -- "Panaʻewa Rainforest Zoo is located in Hilo, Hawaiʻi, United States. This small 12-acre (4.9 ha) zoo is the only one in the United States located in a rainforest..."

[@trone3630]

@@BriksTravelGuides Last one, friend. I love your videos, but Hawaii has rainforests on the big island (Hawai'i) and Maui. Wikipedia page for ''Hana Highway'' -- "There are approximately 620 curves along Route 360 from just east of Kahului to Hana, almost all of it through lush, tropical rainforest... Part of The East Maui Irrigation System, the Hämäkua Ditch brought water from the rainforests of Haleakalā...''

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Hawaii has rainforest, but they’re not part of the National Forest Service.

[@dianeludwig4583]

How do I book a guided tour

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Hey Diane! There are several tour guides available that you can search for online. 😄🇵🇷

[@glps6167]

Explanations about waterfalls, towers, a man-made pool, not a word about plant and animal species

[@BriksTravelGuides]

That would be a great idea for a future video! Thanks! 🙌🏼🇵🇷

[@Stewpac_Shakur]

Are prices cheap

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Hi Christopher! Depends on what we’re talking about. Prices in PR can be comparable or a bit higher than prices in the USA. We import many of the things we consume, that combines with the Jones Act makes some prices higher. But I think that for a visitor to the island, you won’t find that much of a difference.

[@gmend589]

Brik to estas en Puerto Rico por los beneficios de la ley 22.

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Asi mismo es que empiezan los chismes, mijo. 😂🤦🏻‍♂️🤷🏻‍♂️

[@ivanaviles3957]

Tu si que hablas bazura

[@gmend589]

@@ivanaviles3957 La mayoría de los americanos que viven en Puerto Rico están por los beneficios de la ley 22.

[@ivanaviles3957]

@@gmend589 ¿y si no es americano? Prejuiciado. Por eso es que esta isla no hecha para adelante, tirándole a tu propia gente

[@gmend589]

@@ivanaviles3957 Todos los americanos que viven en Puerto Rico yo les llamo ley 22 la mayoría se identifica con la ley 20 y 22. Les podemos llamar 22 un 22 o una 22 . Vienen tras ese incentivo. Los de mi zona son Fort buchanan. Son generaciones con motivos diferentes en Puerto Rico.

[@jchristopherh5675]

I’m headed to pr first time in April I’m not into touristy activities I just want to hang out in real places with real people from the city doing real activities with locals obviously avoiding any dangerous locations safety first fun second like soccer basketball sports in parks eating drinking dancing locally church laundry gyms

[@BriksTravelGuides]

That’s a great mindset. People generally go work out at the running track in Ocean Park. Maybe also try hanging out in Rio Piedras near the University of Puerto Rico.

[@uli6536]

🇵🇷🇺🇸👍

[@BriksTravelGuides]

😄🇵🇷🙌🏼

[@Kaygotflava]

Can you explore the forest without a tour guide ?

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Hey Karen! Yes! You can explote the forest without a guide. I’d say it’s pretty easy to do so. Trails are well kept and there are maps in various areas. Thank you for commenting! 😄🇵🇷🙌🏼

[@kylekratochvil9210]

why we’re all the banana’s peeled?

[@BriksTravelGuides]

Hi Kyle! What do you mean?

[@jessicacabiya4809]

Ahora en Español y interprete de senas.