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Full Day Vamos Pa la Isla Southwest Experience

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6 to 10 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Yes, Puerto Rico is an island but for locals, this is a common saying meaning to see the island beyond San Juan. In this tour, you’ll be able to explore the breathtaking views the South of the Island has to offer. Walk through the beautiful neoclassical buildings that decorate the town square of Ponce, the second-largest city in Puerto Rico, and explore why the city gets the name Ciudad Señorial. Make your way into Guánica, the paradise of eternal summer, home of the Dry Forest, declared a United Nation’s World Biosphere Reserve. Enjoy a dip at Playa Jaboncillo, a hidden clear water gem inside the forest with an amazing view of the Bay of Guánica. Finish your day with a visit to the Salt Flats of Cabo Rojo and take a dip at Buyé Beach.

For guests that come in cruise ships to the town of Ponce, the tour can be arranged to fit your time at shore.

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Dinner
  • Lunch
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Meeting and Pickup

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For guests staying at Airbnbs in Old San Juan, please pick as your pick-up location Plaza Colón. For those staying in Airbnb in the Isla Verde area choose the closest hotel in the list to your Airbnb. For guests staying in Airbnb in Ponce, pick Plaza de las Delicias.

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Tibes Indigenous Ceremonial Center

*not open on Mondays/ Tuesdays for guests booking on Mondays and Tuesdays the stop is replaced by Casa Pueblo Coffee and Adjuntas Town SquareLearn about the history of Puerto Rico's first inhabitants, the Taínos and the medicial plants of the Botanical Garden.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Yauco

Yauco, the coffee city of Puerto Rico. Explore the plaza and the colorful steep streets of Yauco. Learn about the history of the once fruitful coffee industry in Puerto Rico. Enjoy a cup of coffee in the town square. Guests will have a chance to take photos at the most colorful sites: Plaza Pablo El Negro and Yaucromatic.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Ponce

Visit and learn about the second biggest city in Puerto Rico, Ponce as we drive around the colorful streets. Once in the small town square, guests will enjoy free time to explore on their own. In the plaza, you will be able to admire historical buildings like the Parque de Bombas, City Hall, Banco Popular Building, Melia Hotel. This is the first stop for bathroom, snacks, coffee, and shopping.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Cabo Rojo

Explore the natural beauty of Cabo Rojo with a visit to the Salt Flats or las Salinas del Corozo, a unique natural phenomenon where salt has been harvested for centuries. Keep in mind, the vibrant pink hues of the salt ponds depend on the time of year and environmental conditions, so they may not always appear in pink.Afterward, unwind at the stunning Buyé Beach, known for its calm, clear waters and tranquil atmosphere—perfect for a relaxing afternoon.
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3 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Playa Buye

Finish your day with a sunset dip at Cabo Rojo's most famous beach.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Bosque Estatal de Guanica

Ever been to a dry forest? Visit UNESCO's Biosphere Reserve the Guanica Dry Forest. Our tour tour guide will take you through the forest by car so you can explore the cacti that decorates the trails. Take a dip at Jaboncillo Beach and enjoy the views of Punta Ballena Beach.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Life vests and available for kids, please let us know the weight and age.
  • The 10hours includes the time to get to each place from pick up to drop off from San Juan
  • Guests with pick up in Ponce: tour lasts 7 hours

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Full Day Vamos Pa la Isla Southwest Experience?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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  • Bottled water
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Dinner
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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
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  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Life vests and available for kids, please let us know the weight and age.
  • The 10hours includes the time to get to each place from pick up to drop off from San Juan
  • Guests with pick up in Ponce: tour lasts 7 hours
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