Brenda's Guidebook
Sightseeing
Crystal clear mountain river with waterfalls and rocks to jump from into refreshing swim hole. Mountain walls are made from sand compacted for millennia, breathtaking views. Plan to spend at least 2 hours, bring a picnic.
9 locals recommend
Cuevas De Arenales
Calle Los OrtegaCrystal clear mountain river with waterfalls and rocks to jump from into refreshing swim hole. Mountain walls are made from sand compacted for millennia, breathtaking views. Plan to spend at least 2 hours, bring a picnic.
Carabali Rainforest Park
Puerto Rico 992Horseback riding, speed gocarts, mountain-view hayride.
Must do! Natural water slide down smooth mountain rocks. Pay $5 to park and access thru landowners’ backyard. Local favorite, just ask anyone nearby for directions.
137 locals recommend
Las Paylas
Puerto Rico 983Must do! Natural water slide down smooth mountain rocks. Pay $5 to park and access thru landowners’ backyard. Local favorite, just ask anyone nearby for directions.
Isolated beach only accessible by private/chartered boats, excellent snorkeling area.
241 locals recommend
Cayo Icacos
Isolated beach only accessible by private/chartered boats, excellent snorkeling area.
Surfing hotspot- local favorite, rent surfboard or boogie boards for the day, take a surf lesson.
159 locals recommend
La Pared Beach
Surfing hotspot- local favorite, rent surfboard or boogie boards for the day, take a surf lesson.
Punta Tuna Lighthouse
Historic lighthouse on cliff overlooking beach.
Mirador Gavillan
Breathtaking view from mountains across entire north coast of island.
Food scene
Quick drive to beachside restaurants and colorful kiosks that sell fresh fried snapper fish (chillo), right behind airport. Live music, cheap beers, fun times. Just 25 min from our house.
287 locals recommend
Campamento Piñones
Quick drive to beachside restaurants and colorful kiosks that sell fresh fried snapper fish (chillo), right behind airport. Live music, cheap beers, fun times. Just 25 min from our house.