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Science in Puerto Rico

Overview

Prepare for the classroom to come to life on this Science in Puerto Rico tour! Visit Old San Juan’s famous forts, study the wildlife at El Yunque National Park (the only tropical rain forest in the U.S.), experience the crystal blue waters up close on a Catamaran Cruise, and learn about Ponce’s cultural and scientific history. In addition, your group will have the opportunity to participate in ministry days where they will spend time with local kids or participate in light construction projects. Combining science, service, and scenery, this experience will be one to remember!

Day 1 - Travel Day

Day 2 - Rainforest / Bioluminescent Kayaking Tour

Day 3 - Camuy Caves / Old San Juan

Day 4 - Ministry Day

Day 5 - Icacos Island / Catamaran Cruise

Day 6 - Travel Day

Itinerary

  • Arrive and meet your JE Tour Director at the San Juan airport
  • Transfer to your hotel
  • Visit a local beach and enjoy the island sunset (if time allows – depending on flight schedule)
  • Dinner at a local restaurant
  • Devotions at hotel
  • Breakfast
  • Enjoy one of Puerto Rico’s greatest natural wonders at the El Yunque Rainforest – the only tropical rainforest in the United States
  • Hike the nature trails and take in their breathtaking views
  • Take time to enjoy the natural playground as you swim in the pools, waterfalls, natural waterslides, and rope swing into the river*
  • Early dinner
  • Kayak to the Red Mangrove Forest to enjoy the sunset
  • Head to the Bioluminescent Lagoon for an evening bioluminescent kayaking tour
  • Return to the hotel
  • Devotions

    *Snacks will be served throughout the day.
  • Breakfast
  • Morning tour of Camuy Caves – the third-largest underground cave system in the world
  • Lunch
  • Afternoon Old San Juan city tour (known for its rich history, old forts, cobblestone streets & old-world elegance)
  • Visit El Morro, a strategic fortress in the Caribbean
  • Shopping
  • Dinner
  • Devotions
  • Breakfast
  • Full day of ministry spending time with JE’s local partners giving back & sharing the love God has shown us
  • Lunch
  • Return to hotel
  • Dinner
  • Devotions
  • Breakfast
  • Transfer to El Rey Marina
  • Morning catamaran cruise out to the uninhabited little island of Icacos
  • Swimming & snorkeling in the crystal-clear water
  • Lunch served on the boat
  • Transfer back to Isla Verde
  • Dinner
  • Devotions
  • Breakfast
  • Depart for airport

Why Travel with JE?

CEU Accreditation

Joshua Expeditions is an approved CEU provider for ACSI, offering CEU credits to teachers on select trips.

Safety

At JE, safety is paramount. Our Guides go through a variety of trainings to help prepare them for any issue that may arise.

You Help Us Give Back

Your JE trip helps us build homes for hurting families, provide food for hungry children, and impact low-income communities.

Online Process

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Affordability

We know the economy can affect travel plans. Our staff works to help you create a budget while still providing the best for every traveler.

JE Travel Experience

High quality, Christ-centered travel engaging the local world through a Biblical worldview for personal transformation.

High Quality

Every JE tour offers high quality local meals and hotel accommodations to provide the best possible travel experience.

Curriculum-Focused Travel

Our experienced JE Staff will work with you to create a travel experience that integrates with your teaching curriculum.

Interested in This Tour?

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