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Las Cabezas de San Juan Nature Reserve

Rt 987, Fajardo 00738, Puerto Rico
787-722-5882
Ranked #1 of 5 attractions in Fajardo
4.5 of 5 stars 53 Reviews
Type: Nature/ Wildlife Areas, Lighthouses
Activities: Viewing wildlife, Leisure education, Group tours/walking tour
Owner description: Comprised of three headlands that extend into the Atlantic ocean, this nature reserve encompasses seven different ecosystems including forests,...... more » Owner description: Comprised of three headlands that extend into the Atlantic ocean, this nature reserve encompasses seven different ecosystems including forests, beaches and offshore coral reefs. « less
Useful Information: Activities for older children
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Orangeville, Pennsylvania
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2012

The headlands tours was fun and educational. Our five children enjoyed obtaining knowledge of the ecosystems that comprise the reserve. From the mangroves, to the light house, to the three stone beach; the tour guide was friendly and knowledgeable. There is a little bit of walking, but most of the tour is via tram. Remember the mosquito repellent to keep... More

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San Juan, Puerto Rico
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 2, 2012

Dont miss this tour. Its a beautiful place to visit with great staff. Please dont forgett your mosquito repellant. If you dont have put baby oil on so the mosquitoes dont hurt you. More

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Cary, North Carolina
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 19, 2012
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Guide was very knowledgeable and made this tour enjoyable. More

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New Jersey
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32 reviews 32 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 18, 2012
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Make reservations well in advance. They have a specific number of seat available on the trams. The guide we had (Javier) was terrific. More

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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 18, 2012

Try the kayaking at night. TIP: To better enjoy a Bio Bay always go during a new moon. Darker skies, better view, better experience More

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San Juan PR
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
25 helpful votes 25 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 15, 2012
1
person found this review helpful

Your must sincerely make time to visit this area, even if you are not staying in the East coast. The day tour is amazing, for a few dollars you are transported on a trolley to the different areas. Tour guides know their job very well. It is a recommended tour for all the family. More

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Washington DC, District of Columbia
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26 reviews 26 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 12, 2012
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We took the 2+ hour night tour at Las Cabezas Nature Reserve in Fajardo. The tour was very well run, informative and interactive. We toured the lighthouse, listened to a short explanation of what the bio bay is and what their mission is, walked through the mangroves, and walked the wooden walkway in the dark to the bio bay. We... More

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California, USA
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 5, 2012
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Las Cabezas De San Juan Nature Preserve on Hwy 987 is hard to find. You will drive and wondered if you are getting anywhere close to the location. The entrance has a guard house and a closed gate and the gate will only open a half hour before your tour. You have to make reservations ahead of time. There is... More

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Washington DC, District of Columbia
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 4, 2012

Fantastic for kids. A great experience. Combination of active and amazing natural experience. More

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Boston, Massachusetts
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 1, 2012

While on vacation in PR we took a tour of the Las Cabezas De San Juan Nature Preserve on Hwy 987 just a short distance from our hotel. For only $10.00 we enjoyed an informative eco tour that lasted two and a half hours. Our guide was excellent. The tour was aboard an open-air trolley that stopped at various spots... More

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