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Discover the
Real Puerto Rico

Small Group Tours from San Juan with Local Guide Ellis
hidden waterfall with a natural pool Charco Azul

Puerto Rico is an island full of incredible places — beautiful rainforests, hidden swimming spots, mountain towns, and beaches that look like postcards.

But the places visitors remember most are often the ones you don’t find in a typical travel brochure.

That’s what my tours are all about.

I’ve lived on this island for many years, and after retiring, I decided to start showing visitors the Puerto Rico that made me fall in love with the island in the first place. What started as a way to stay busy has now turned into more than 15 years of guiding visitors around Puerto Rico.

My goal is simple:
to give you a relaxed, personal tour and show you the real Puerto Rico.

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A Relaxed, Personal Tour Experience

I keep my tours personal.

You won’t be packed onto a large bus or rushed through crowded attractions. Instead, you’ll enjoy a comfortable day exploring Puerto Rico while hearing stories about the island’s history, culture, and local life.

Many of my guests say the best part of the tour is simply the conversation along the way.

And if you know a little Spanish, you’ll find it goes a long way with the locals.

Explore Puerto Rico with a Local Guide

Every tour is designed to give you a memorable day and a deeper look at the island’s natural beauty, culture, and history.

Mango Daiquri Tour

One of my favorite full-day adventures. This tour travels along Puerto Rico’s scenic east and south coasts, stopping at the Punta Tuna Lighthouse, a waterfront restaurant known for its fresh Mango Daiquiris, a rainforest pool, and the mountain food town of Guavate.

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Charco Azul Rainforest & Guavate Pork Highway Tour

If you want to see the Puerto Rico most tourists never experience, this is the tour for you.

Visit the beautiful blue pool of Charco Azul, surrounded by lush tropical forest, then head into the mountains to Guavate and the famous Ruta del Lechón, known as the Pork Highway.

It’s where locals go for some of the best slow-roasted pork in the world — and it’s an experience most visitors never get to see.

Charco Azul sign in Puerto Rico
El Yunque Rainforest Tour

Visit the famous El Yunque National Forest, the only tropical rainforest in the U.S. National Forest system. See waterfalls, climb rainforest towers for incredible views, travel my favorite stretch of road I call “Jurassic Drive,” and even stop for a swim at a local spot if conditions allow.

This is one of the most beautiful places in Puerto Rico and a must-see for many visitors.

Rainforest Canopy Walk
Seven Seas Beach Tour

Relax at Seven Seas Beach in Fajardo, one of the most beautiful and swimmable beaches on the island. Spend time enjoying the Caribbean water, optional snorkeling, and a scenic coastal drive before returning to San Juan.

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Cayo Icacos Island Tour

Spend the day on the beautiful Caribbean island of Cayo Icacos, known for its crystal-clear water and white sand beaches.

Relax, swim, explore the shoreline, and enjoy one of the most beautiful island spots near Puerto Rico. This small island getaway is perfect if you’re looking for a peaceful tropical beach day away from the crowds.

Cayo Icacos de Dajardo tour with Ellis

Planning Your Visit to Puerto Rico

If this is your first time visiting the island, you may find my Travel Tips page helpful. It covers helpful information about local culture, language, tipping, and things visitors should know before exploring Puerto Rico.

White sand shoreline in Puerto Rico Seven Seas

Ready to Explore Puerto Rico?

If you're visiting Puerto Rico and want to see more than just the usual tourist stops, I’d love to show you around.

Come see why Puerto Rico is known as La Isla del Encanto — the Enchanted Island.

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