8 Archaeology Tours in Puerto Rico That You Shouldn't Miss

Explore the rainforest of the central mountain region and experience the Neolithic world of the Taínos in this private, full day tour! After your guide picks you up from your hotel at 8am, you will be driven west, about 30 minutes, to mountain town of Ciales. Once there, you will explore the central mountain region of the Toro Negro Rainforest, the Tres Picachos National Forest, visit the pure waters of Las Delicias Waterfall and lastly, the sacred archaeological site of the Zama petroglyph mural . This is a full day experience approximately 8 hours in length with lunch included, with a maximum group of 6, and the tour concludes with a drive back to your hotel. 

Inclusions: Transport by private vehicle, Lunch, Driver/guide, Professional Archaeologist guide, Pickup and drop-off from San Juan Metropolitan Area, Private tour, Bottled water

Exclusions: Gratuities

Journey into the past on this full-day tour of Puerto Rico's human history. Your small group (no larger than 6 people) will be guided by an archaeologist through the 5000 year human history of the island, where you will learn firsthand about the culture and mythology of Puerto Rico's indigenous past. You will visit two emblematic caves, Cueva del Indio and Cueva Ventana (both located in the town of Arecibo) where you will see petroglyphs and evidence of early human history. You'll also be able to visit the most important archaeological park in the Caribbean, Caguana Indigenous Ceremonial Park in Utuado. Hotel pickup and drop off in included in this tour.

Inclusions: Snacks, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Transport by private vehicle, Driver/Professional art historian guide

Exclusions: Gratuities, Lunch

Explore the famous Window Cave and Indian Cave with an Archaeologist as your guide! Ride in the comfort of our Audi Q7 luxury SUV! In this experience you will visit the Window Cave park and take a guided tour through the cave complex. After, we head to the coast to enjoy the beautiful natural scenery of the Cueva del Indio marine reserve. Here we get to see the famous Indian Cave and the dozens of mysterious petroglyphs that are etched into the stone. Your guide, an expert in archaeology, will reveal to you the secrets of the petroglyphs and their enigmatic meaning. This tour last between 5 and 6 hours, the price of the tour includes entrance tickets to the caves.

Inclusions: Transport by private vehicle, Driver/guide, Hotel pickup, Hotel drop-off, Private tour, Bottled water

Exclusions: Lunch

From the created of el trio rainforest,beach and bio bay now we create it the Perfect Getaway. Join the travel award tour 2016, this is all you need to do in Puerto Rico. Why? We show you the treasure of Puerto Rico. We will also be provide you with snorkeling gear to use, and you'll visit a fruit stand to enjoy fresh organic fruit. The second part of the tour will be The Rainforest of the west where 2 of the most amazing waterfalls are located. As an option, the bartender can teach you how to make the best Mojito (not included) while you enjoy the gastronomy of the island the local way like roasted pork, the best mofongo or the best seafood restaurant by the ocean( Wednesday to sunday only)in Puerto Rico.’we will do : *Cliff jump( optional) snorkeling cave hiking Coffee taste (not included) mixology ($6 extra) optional, two waterfalls .5 activity Free water Full insured by American company 16 years experience tour guide! Choose me!

Inclusions: Local guide, Hotel pick up and drop off, Water, Local beer Sangria water

Exclusions: Gratuities, Drinks, Lunch (available at extra cost), Coffee

If you’re interested in learning about Puerto Rico’s cultural history, this day trip to the city of Caguas will delight you! Just 20 miles (32 km) south of San Juan, Caguas is home to two unique cultural activities that you’ll experience with a guide. At the Caguas Botanical and Cultural Garden, learn about Puerto Rican industry and indigenous culture with a walking tour of a sugar mill and an exhibit on the Taino people. Then walk the Route of the Creole Heart in the center of town to see several historical landmarks and visit three small cultural museums.

Inclusions: Transport by air-conditioned minivan or minibus, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Gratuities

We provide a guaranteed private tour of Old San Juan and it´s vicinities in our luxury Audi SUV. Our guides are professional historians, who have a love and passion for our culture and history. We will transport you in time as you learn the intricacies of San Juan´s 500 years old history.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Snacks

Exclusions: Lunch

Journey into the past on this full-day tour of Puerto Rico's human history. Your small group (no larger than 6 people) will be guided by an archaeologist through the 5000 year human history of the island, where you will learn firsthand about the culture and mythology of Puerto Rico's indigenous past. You will visit two emblematic caves, Cueva del Indio and Cueva Ventana (both located in the town of Arecibo) where you will see petroglyphs and evidence of early human history. You'll also be able to visit the most important archaeological park in the Caribbean, Caguana Indigenous Ceremonial Park in Utuado. Hotel pickup and drop off in included in this tour.

Inclusions: Driver/Professional art historian guide, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Transport by private vehicle

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities

It is a special and beautiful tour of one of the remaining pieces of our history. It was a place where highly important ceremonial ball games were held, where one can still see stone collar, elbow stones and petroglyphs on perimeter stones. The park became a National Historic Landmark in 1993 due to it's rich archeological significance.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Snacks, Bottled water

Exclusions: Gratuities