All these attractions are only minutes away from Luquillo Sunrise Beach Inn- use us as your "Home Port" as you explore Northeastern Puerto Rico, El Yunque , Culebra and Vieques.
Luquillo Beach
Puerto Rico's most famous - 45 minute beach walk or 5 minute drive from Luquillo Sunrise. Beautiful palm tree lined crescent beach with bay like conditions. Visit the neighboring kiosks for native treats. Parking, restrooms and refreshments are available at this public facility.
El Yunque Rain Forest
Only 10 minutes away from Luquillo Sunrise Beach Inn, you can explore El Yunque Caribbean National Rain Forest, Puerto Rico's premier attraction and the only tropical rain forest in the US National Forest System. You'll love the fabulous views from an elevation of 3,500', as well as enjoy the breathtaking waterfalls and the lush forest and vegetation. If you're lucky, you may even get to see a native Puerto Rican parrot. There's hiking trails, tower outlooks, and a Visitor's Center to educate you on the importance of the rain forest to our eco system.
Visit www.elyunque.com to learn more >>>
Enchanted Island Eco Tour Guides is the head quarters for your El Yunque hiking adventures. Very professional and a fun group. They came to us recommended by the Sierra Club so you know they know their stuff! The best of El Yunque Rainforest with Guides! For more information and SPECIAL DISCOUNT OFFER for our guests only, please CLICK HERE!
Horseback riding at Hacienda Carabali - 600 acre ranch in the foothills of El Yunque. Guided tours and lessons. Horse included. 787-889-5820 or 787-889-4954 A really fun Family activity.
Phosphorescent Bays
Puerto Rico is blessed with 3 of the 5 phosphorescent bays in the world, and one is at our back door in Fajardo. It's best to go kayaking on a moonless night and experience the bioluminescence of millions of micro organisms. Fajardo kayak excursions can be booked thru the Inn.
Vieques Bio Bay Trip in power Catamaran. Yes, you can do the brightest of the Bioluminescence Bay trips in Vieques, and still spend the night at Luquillo Sunrise Beach inn! Here's how: You board a modern comfortable and FAST power catamaran departing Marina Puerto Del Rey around 5:30 p.m. You will enjoy stunning views of the Fajardo coastline as the sun sets behind the mountains of "El Yunque" National Rain Forest on the comfortable cruise along the north coast of Vieques. We enter port at the small village of "Isabel Segunda" where guests are taken by van or bus to a local restaurant for a casual local style dinner. For more information and SPECIAL DISCOUNT OFFER for our guests only, please
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Enchanted Island Kayak trip in Las Crobas Don't let your day end when the sun goes down!
Under the blanket of the night sky and the historical lighthouse of Fajardo, you can touch the waters that glow with Bioluminescence Organisms. The activity will start at sunset in the small fishing village of Las Croabas; here you will meet the friendly staff of ENCHANTED ISLE ECO TOURS kayak excursions.
For Special Discount Rate
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Water Sports
Here the list is endless. With water temperatures ranging from the mid 70's to the low 80's. anytime of the year is a great time to explore the underwater majesty. You can snorkel just a few blocks from our Inn, take a native built wooden sailboat to Icacos Island for excellent snorkeling, or join a party catamaran and sail to Palaminos Island for snorkeling or diving. Our neighborhood even has a small catamaran that can take you on an exhilarating ride over the waves for the time of your life. Surfing is available directly in front of our Inn. Lessons and rentals are available. All of these and more can be arranged with short notice, so pre-vacation reservations are not necessary.
Spread Eagle Catamaran Sail & Snorkel Day Charter (www.snorkelpr.com) Sail to the paradise Island of Icacos aboard the modern, sailing, 51 ft catamaran, SPREAD EAGLE II! Leaves Villa Marina, Fajardo at 10:00 a.m. returns at approximately 3:30 p.m. For more information and SPECIAL DISCOUNT OFFER for our guests only, please CLICK HERE!
Scuba & Snorkel Excursions with Sea Ventures Dive Centers (www.divepuertorico.com) Three different dive centers on island for beginning, intermediate and advanced divers or snorkelers. Half day trips leaving from Puerto Del Rey, Fajardo, Marina Palmas Del Mar and Copamarina Beach Resort in Guánica. Special discount pricing available to guests staying at Luquillo Sunrise Beach Inn. For more Information CLICK HERE
Surfing Lessons!!!!! You know you want to give it a try! Right from the Inn with the best equipment and the best teacher. Over 20 years surfing in Puerto Rico. All levels of experience welcome. Board rentals and guided surf tours to other select sites. Call Bobby 787 435-1760
Marine Biologists are your Guides at Pure Adventures!
(www.pureadventurepuertorico.com) Welcome divers, hikers, snorkelers, birdwatchers and kayakers! Let us take you to stunning beaches with crystal clear waters for snorkeling, or secluded, hidden-away bird sanctuaries in mangrove lined lagoons and for the truly adventurous, blue water diving on outer cays. We have an excursion for everyone, regardless of age or skill level. All trips includes full gear and local snacks! Call Carlos or Yolanda at 787-314-4347 / 787-202-6551.Special discount pricing available to guests staying at Luquillo Sunrise Beach Inn. For more information CLICK HERE
Sailing School and Bareboat Yacht Charters available in Fajardo at Puerto
Del Rey Marina. Your own private boat to explore the Spanish Virgin Islands.
www.sailcaribe.com Toll-free: 866-381-7609. Ask for CAPTAIN JIM !
Deep Sea fishing for Marlin, sailfish, wahoo and Dorado! 1/2 day or full day trips from Fajardo or San Juan on the 48 foot Hatteras "The Legend" with Captain Jose - fishing in Puerto Rico for 35 years. call 787-791-6195 or visit www.castillotours.com
How about some bottom fishing?! New 28 foot boat fishing for around Fajardo, Icacos, Palominto and even Culebra and Vieques. Includes Captain and all Equipment 787-462-7204
Going to Culebra? - how about a full day sailing and snorkel adventure? Be picked up right from the ferry dock and returned there in time for the 5:00 p.m. return ferry. Visit Melones, Carlos Rasario or Luis Piña for the BEST snorkeling in Puerto Rico. Rates include snorkel equipment and lunch - starting at $75.00 per person 787-396-3650
Want to explore the Spanish Virgin Islands in your own private yacht? Sailing out of Culebra Island with 2 day specials including food, drinks and a Captain. Carousel Custom Charters - 51 foot trimaran sailboat. www.sailing-vacations-puertorico.com
Vieques Island Sail and Snorkel with Captain Bill. Half day trips for $50 and full day with lunch for $100 This is your chance to swim at the very south tip of the Bermuda Triangle!!!! Call 787-508-SAIL
Fly Fishing and Light Tackle fishing in Culebra.
Boat, gear and Captain Included. Fish for Tarpon, Bonefish and Permit.
By the hour or by the day. Check this website for rates and a DAILY FISHING REPORT www.culebraflyfishing.com
or call Chris at 787 - 742-04
All this is only minutes away from Luquillo Sunrise Beach Inn- use us as your " Home Port" as you explore Northeastern Puerto Rico, El Yunque , Culebra and Vieques.
Additional "Exploring Puerto Rico Attractions"
Golf - several oceanfront courses within 20 minutes from the Inn.
Casinos - 2 resort casinos within 10 - 15 minutes (El Conquistador in Fajardo and the Rio Mar in Rio Grande)
Old San Juan: A World Heritage Site - Historic Sites include forts San Cristóbal, San Felipe del Morro, and San Juan de la Cruz also called El Cañuelo, plus bastions, powder houses, and three fourths of the city wall. (1 hour drive) Great bargain shopping for souvenirs, and also for arts and crafts by local artists.
Bacardi Rum plant Tour - good day trip when combined with visit to Old San Juan
Ferry excursions to neighboring sister islands of Vieques or Culebra (15 minute drive)
Camuy caverns is the third largest cave system in the World. Visitors ride a trolley that descends into a sinkhole lined with dense tropical vegetation while a guide describes the sights. (2 hour drive)
The world's largest radio telescope is in Arecibo, as seen in the James Bond Movie, "M16". (2 hour drive)
Interested in local art? Visit local artist Monica Linville Laird's tree house studio. She offers a restful place to view art, learn art and make art! www.monicalinvillelaird.com
How to Get There- How to Get Around
World Car Rental Fajardo - These service orientated folks go the extra mile to make your trip great! They will pick you up here at the Inn for the 10 minute drive to the rental station and you can drop the car back with them and they will provide a ride to the San Juan Airport for a modest fee!! What a deal! 787-860-4808 or call us here at the Inn 787 - 889-1713
Air Flamenco (www.AirFlamenco.net ) This is a super great deal!!!
No standing in line to buy ferry tickets. Fly direct from the airport in Ceiba to Culebra, passing over the reefs of the Cordillas and experience the thrill of landing in Culebra on these 6 passenger planes. They have a great video and photos on the website of what you see while in the air. Check it out!