Top 5 Rivers & Waterfalls Near El Yunque Rainforest | Puerto Rico

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  • čas přidán 16. 07. 2024
  • Hi there! In this video, I’ll show you my top 5 rivers and waterfalls you can visit near El Yunque National Forest in Puerto Rico! Check out El Yunque water slides!
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    TIMESTAMPS
    00:00 - Intro to the rivers & waterfalls near El Yunque
    02:12 - Juan Diego Waterfall in El Yunque
    03:12 - Puente Roto River Spot near El Yunque
    03:56 - Angelito's Trail River Spot near El Yunque
    05:47 - Las Paylas River Spot near El Yunque
    07:31 - Las Tinajas River Spot near El Yunque
    09:28 - IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS & SAFETY
    11:08 - Outro to the rivers & waterfalls near El Yunque
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    GPS COORDINATES
    Juan Diego Falls: 18.311919, -65.776969
    Puente Roto: 18.326968, -65.750446
    Angelito’s Trail: 18.323015, -65.747070
    Las Paylas: 18.338000, -65.731000
    Las Tinajas Parking #1 (Easy Trail): 18.271054, -65.725601
    Las Tinajas Parking #2 (Longer Trail): 18.270245, -65.722246
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Komentáře • 172

  • @margieluque2245
    @margieluque2245 Před 3 měsíci +3

    So glad I found this video when planning my trip. Followed the recommendations and it was amazing how spot on the video was. Save yourself the tour guide money and follow this guy!

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před 2 měsíci

      Haha thank you for watching my videos! Happy they helped you out during your trip! 😄🙌🏼🇵🇷

  • @matthewpitman1586
    @matthewpitman1586 Před 2 lety +6

    These are the most informative videos I’ve watched while preparing for our trip…cannot wait! Gracias!

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před 2 lety +1

      Hey Matthew! Thank you so much! Just responded to your last comment. Hope that information works and I hope you have a fantastic time in Puerto Rico! 😄🙌🏼🇵🇷

    • @matthewpitman1586
      @matthewpitman1586 Před 2 lety +1

      Yes , very helpful. Much appreciated!

  • @vonsheabutler15
    @vonsheabutler15 Před 9 měsíci +2

    Peace. Thank you for your videos. My partner and I are thinking about taking an extended holiday in Puerto Rico. You not only show places to go, but also stay true to Puerto Rico and share with us cultural etiquette. Blessings.

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před 9 měsíci

      Thank you so much for your comment!! I’m glad I’ve been able to transmit that, because that’s definitely something very important to me. I’m glad you’ve been able to enjoy my videos and hopefully they help you our during your stay. Hope you have a fantastic time here in Puerto Rico! 😄🙏🏼🇵🇷

  • @mariac8020
    @mariac8020 Před 3 lety +11

    I absolutely love your content! Continue producing these fun, explorative videos. Viva 🇵🇷 🇵🇷🇵🇷
    Also - I hope everyone viewing your videos will listen to your tips and clean up after themselves. We do need to our part to help keep these beautiful places clean and safe so everyone can continue to enjoy them.

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před 3 lety

      Que viva Puerto Rico!! 🇵🇷🇵🇷🇵🇷 Thank you so much for your comment! It brings me a lot of joy to know that people love my videos as much as I love making them! And yess! It is a shame to find trash at these beautiful places. Unfortunately, some us locals carry the blame as well. I hope that with time people become more conscious of the impact they have on the environment. In the mean time, I’ll do my part to pick up after myself and pick up whatever I see around.

  • @csanb
    @csanb Před 2 lety +1

    Amazing! Mucha gracia 🥰🤗

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před 2 lety +1

      Gracias a ti por comentar! 😄🙏🏼🇵🇷 Me alegro que te haya gustado! 🙌🏼

  • @juanitanajera6033
    @juanitanajera6033 Před 3 lety +1

    I enjoy watching your very informative video. Very useful for our up coming visit to la isla del encanto.

  • @franklinmattey365
    @franklinmattey365 Před 2 lety +2

    Gracias por el video mi pana.. Excellent

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před 2 lety

      Mil gracias a ti por tu comentario, Franklin! Que bueno que te gusto! 😄🙌🏼🇵🇷

  • @giselelite8885
    @giselelite8885 Před 3 lety +2

    Great gratitude for this video Thank you El Yunque National Rainforest in precious Puerto Rico is beautiful to visit. Thanks for sharing 🕊⚘🇵🇷👑🕊 Respect the rainforest and keep it CLEAN. Please and Thank you🇵🇷💖

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před 3 lety

      Hi Gisel! Thank you for leaving a comment!! Definitely El Yunque is a magical place that deserves all the respect and care that we can give it! Always pick up your trash and leave no trace. 🙏🏼🙌🏼🇵🇷😄

  • @MarkWilliams-uy9ps
    @MarkWilliams-uy9ps Před 3 lety +6

    Great video. Love these top 5 format vids. They’re exactly what I’m looking for!

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před 3 lety +1

      Hey Mark! Thanks a ton!! I’m glad you enjoyed the video! I plan on making more “Top 5” videos in the future for sure!

  • @valeriamarrerodiaz1731
    @valeriamarrerodiaz1731 Před rokem +1

    amazing video! the views are astonishing

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před rokem

      Hey Valeria!! Thank you!! I’m glad you liked it and found it helpful! 😄🙌🏼🇵🇷

  • @TevaPoet
    @TevaPoet Před 3 lety +1

    Brutal!! Gracias!!!
    Much love from a Boricua in California 🇵🇷

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před 3 lety

      Mil gracias, Taína!! Un saludito desde la isla del encanto! 🇵🇷 🙏🏼🙌🏼

  • @tby62
    @tby62 Před 11 měsíci +1

    Very excited for our trip. Thanks for the video.

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před 9 měsíci

      Thank you for leaving a comment! Hope hoy have/had a wonderful time in Puerto Rico! 😄🙌🏼🇵🇷

  • @mrsimaniedwards
    @mrsimaniedwards Před 2 lety +1

    Great content, very informative!

  • @shadowheart5186
    @shadowheart5186 Před 3 lety +1

    I go to Las Tinajas a lot. I'm happy to see it in this list!!

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před 3 lety +1

      It was my first time visiting and I loved it! I’m definitely going again soon to spend the day! 😄🌳🌊

  • @gautamsham7674
    @gautamsham7674 Před 3 lety +1

    Great video! I’ve been here a couple of times to Tinajas but this video is definitely very useful for who haven’t and who already have!

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před 3 lety

      Hey Gautam!! Super glad you think this video would help out people who haven’t been to las Tinajas! It’s a beautiful place!

  • @heribertosantana9830
    @heribertosantana9830 Před 2 lety +1

    Thanks for the AMAZING video. I love it and I will visit all these places during the next months.

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před 2 lety

      Hey Heriberto! Thank you so much for the comment and for subscribing! Glad it was helpful! These places are beautiful and awesome, so I hope you have an amazing time! 😄🙌🏼🇵🇷

  • @viveks4186
    @viveks4186 Před rokem +1

    Great information. Will certainly try these spots.

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před rokem

      Thank you for your comment! Glad it was helpful! Hope you have a great time! 😄🙌🏼🇵🇷

  • @isadoraalejandro
    @isadoraalejandro Před 3 měsíci +1

    I love this video just what I was looking for !!!! 🌴

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před 2 měsíci

      Thank you for watching and leaving a comment! Glad it helped you out planning your trip! 😄🙌🏼🇵🇷

  • @anapavesio1756
    @anapavesio1756 Před 11 měsíci +1

    This is an amazing video, very helpful, you are the best!!!

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před 9 měsíci

      Hey Ana!! Thank you so much!! Super happy you found it helpful! 😄🙌🏼🇵🇷

  • @maryjackson9973
    @maryjackson9973 Před rokem +1

    Love your guides. Super informative with unique content. You come across so genuine unlike many other bloggers out there. Keep it coming!

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před rokem

      Hey Mary! I really appreciate that! Hopefully everyone feels that way when they see my videos. Just here on a mission to help people visit and learn about our beautiful island 😄🙏🏼🇵🇷

  • @jaywolff5444
    @jaywolff5444 Před 2 lety +2

    Thanks for making this video dude! Nice quick way to digest and decide on some of the trails and falls in the area to visit. My girlfriend and I are sold on Los Tinajas and very excited to visit!

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před 2 lety

      Hey Jay! Thank you for leaving a comment! 😄 Glad the video helped you guys! Las Tinajas is amazing! Make sure to check the weather before you go because that river can be dangerous if it’s raining. Apart from that (and taking your trash) hope you have a great trip! 😄🙌🏼🇵🇷

  • @davidmaldonadofitness
    @davidmaldonadofitness Před 2 lety +1

    Love it bro

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před 2 lety

      Thank you, man! Appreciate the support! 🙌🏼🙏🏼🇵🇷😄

  • @jaiinamdar6479
    @jaiinamdar6479 Před rokem +3

    I planned my El Yunque trips by watching and following your videos. They are perfect. Thank you for sharing important information!!

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před rokem +1

      Hey Jai!! One of the best complements I could receive! Thank you!! Hope you have/had a great time at El Yunque! 😄🙌🏼🇵🇷

  • @butterflieseverywhere
    @butterflieseverywhere Před rokem +1

    Great video. Can't wait to see these waterfalls. Thank you for mention to pick up your trash because some people just need to be reminded.

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před rokem

      Hey Victoria! Thank you so much!! Hope you have a great time visiting these rivers and waterfalls! For sure! Gotta advocate for keeping these beautiful places clean and pure. 🍃🌿🌳🙌🏼

  • @AdventuresofaFilipina20
    @AdventuresofaFilipina20 Před 3 lety +1

    Great vedio , We are new in Puerto Rico and exploring the Island got a lot of info from you.Thank You

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před 3 lety

      Hey there! Thank you so much for watching my videos and for such kind words! So happy my videos were helpful to you! 😄🙌🏼🇵🇷

  • @livansantos5448
    @livansantos5448 Před 2 lety +1

    Super 👍👍

  • @_monnie2460
    @_monnie2460 Před 2 měsíci +1

    I’m going next week and your prepping me . Thank you !

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před 2 měsíci

      Haha that’s great! Hope you have a great time! Thank you for watching my videos! 😄🙏🏼🇵🇷

  • @dafoosball13
    @dafoosball13 Před 3 lety +1

    Eaaa Bryant great video bro!

  • @mr-phamtastic
    @mr-phamtastic Před 6 měsíci +1

    GREAT CONTENT! I'm going to PR in Jan and found your video super helpful!. thank you

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před 6 měsíci

      Hey! Thank you so much!! Glad you enjoyed my videos! 😄🙌🏼🇵🇷

  • @bd9319
    @bd9319 Před 8 měsíci +1

    Thank you for your insightful videos! Excited to check these areas with my little family. I have a 1 year old boy so hearing the difficulty level of these areas is super helpful!

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před 8 měsíci

      Thank you so much for the super thanks!! Glad my video cleared that up for you. You’ll definitely have an easier time with a 1 year old going to Puente Roto and maybe to the ponds at Juan Diego that are closer to the beginning of the trail. Remember to always check the weather to make sure it doesn’t rain! If it’s raining, don’t get in the water. Apart from that, hope you have a fantastic time in Puerto Rico! 😄🙌🏼🇵🇷

  • @peggyburgos8468
    @peggyburgos8468 Před 2 lety +1

    thank you so much for this video! I am going to PR in a week, GOD willing and this video is super helpful. I love the way you explain everything. two Thumbs up

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před 2 lety

      Hey Peggy!! Glad you liked the video! I hope you have a great time and be careful visiting the rivers. 😄🙏🏼🇵🇷

    • @anniegyguns3392
      @anniegyguns3392 Před rokem

      @@BriksTravelGuides would you happen to know an officiant willing to hike these falls?

  • @kronos01ful
    @kronos01ful Před rokem +1

    I came across your videos and I like the content.
    Very professional.

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před rokem +1

      Thank you so much, Steve!! Glad you’ve checked out a couple of my videos 😄🙏🏼🇵🇷

  • @ritagonzalez8923
    @ritagonzalez8923 Před 2 lety +1

    Beautiful,fantastic videos,fantastic information,keep it on boricua ,thank you!

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před 2 lety

      Mil gracias por la motivación, Rita! 🙏🏼🙌🏼🇵🇷

  • @gonzalocamp3464
    @gonzalocamp3464 Před 3 lety +3

    Another great video. ¡Gracias, Brick! I was in PR last week and your videos were my guide. I need to go back, so much to explore! You need to make one on snorkeling spots. Also, you should include the reminder on taking the trash in every video. Unfortunately, everywhere i went there was trash :( ¡Gracias!

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před 3 lety

      Hey Gonzalo! This is amazing! So pumped that I was able to help you explore the many amazing places in Puerto Rico! Snorkeling spots are 100% on the to do list! Haha and yes! We need to keep reminding everyone to take care of the beauty that is Puerto Rico!

  • @JCCruising
    @JCCruising Před rokem +1

    Awesome stuff, thank you very much for sharing and giving great details on the area. We will be in Luquillo in late December and we will try a few of these places.

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před rokem +1

      That’s amazing!! I hope you have a fantastic time on the island!! 😄🙌🏼🇵🇷

    • @JCCruising
      @JCCruising Před rokem +1

      Thanks, so far it's been awesome :) My wife wants to move here. We will be heading to some falls tomorrow :)

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před rokem

      Awesome!!! Get ready to jump into freezing yet refreshing water 🥶😂🙌🏼

  • @kings17court
    @kings17court Před 2 lety +2

    I'll go to the beach, but if given the choice between a great river/waterfall swimming spot or a beach, I will chose the river spot 10 times out of 10. I LOVE a great river swimming spot. My last visit to PR we did Las Paylas in Luquillo for the first time and it was the highlight of our trip. The trip before that, we did Las Tinajas for the first time, and I absolutely loved it.

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před 2 lety

      I’m the same! I love the whole experience of visiting a river, being surrounded by trees, the beauty of the spot, the chilly temperature. Las Tinajas is fantastic! I’m definitely going back! 😄🙌🏼🇵🇷

  • @Angel-wy3bk
    @Angel-wy3bk Před 2 lety +2

    I smashed the like button and subscribed. I just found your channel and im glad I did. You do phenomenal job and really appreciate it.the only disappointing part is people leaving trash, I would have to put a trash bag on my list just to pick up after others but I won’t let that ruin my day. Thanks again and keep these videos coming.

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před 2 lety

      Hey Angel! Again, I really appreciate your feedback and support! 😄🙌🏼🇵🇷 I agree with you, it’s a shame that people don’t respect nature and try their best to keep it clean. Hopefully educating more people will change that. 🙏🏼

  • @jackefron2615
    @jackefron2615 Před rokem +2

    I love uuu

  • @juliezabolio-novosad6319
    @juliezabolio-novosad6319 Před 2 lety +1

    Would love to see a video about Culebra!

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před 2 lety

      Yess! That’s probably one of the most requested videos! 😱 Thank you for your comment! 🙏🏼

  • @moras878
    @moras878 Před 3 lety +2

    Thank you can you make a video on how safe Puerto Rico is and which areas to avoid if any.

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před 3 lety +1

      That’s a great idea, Moras! I’ll definitely get on that! Thanks for the recommendation!

  • @smartone9787
    @smartone9787 Před rokem +1

    Thank you for the great video, it helps so much! I was just wondering if you could give a rough outline on how much parking at the more expensive lot for las tinajas costs?

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před rokem

      Hey!! Thank you!! Glad it help you out!! Honestly, I’m not quite sure, but I would bring maybe $20 in cash just in case. I highly doubt it would be $20. Maybe $10 max, and I’d say that’s a stretch, but I’m honestly not sure. 😅

  • @kings17court
    @kings17court Před 2 lety +1

    Before the internet "opened up" Puerto Rico to everybody, different areas had "their" little river swimming area. In the 70s as a kid, Puente Roto was that spot for us, when we would go to visit family in Rio Grande.

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před 2 lety

      Thank you for sharing that! I hope my video brought you good memories of those moments back in the 70s. ☺️🙏🏼🇵🇷

  • @WTCClover108
    @WTCClover108 Před 3 lety +1

    Thanks for these videos! Can you make a video about how to get to Flamenco beach? I am visiting in a few months and never made it to Culebra. This time I really want to go! :)

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před 3 lety

      Hey there! Thank you so much for watching! I’m glad you liked it! For sure I need to get myself to both Vieques and Culebra. There is a lot of confusion on how to get to these islands so I’d be glad to make a video that clears it up. Hopefully soon, before your trip! Thanks for the recommendation!

  • @melissaespinal
    @melissaespinal Před 3 lety +1

    Thanks so much for this video! So informative and helpful! Should I visit Puente Roto first, and then Angelito's trail? (also, where does Juan Diego's creek fall between these two places?)

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před 2 lety

      Hi Melissa! Thank you for the support! Yes, you could visit both. Puente Roto is extremely easy to get to so if you want to move to Angelito's Trail you'll be able to do it really quickly. Juan Diego is located within the main visitor area of el Yunque. To visit it you'll need to get a ticket on their website. It's about 19 minutes away from Puente Roto whereas Puente Roto is only about 2 minutes away from Angelito's Trail. Hope that helps!

  • @gerryd8075
    @gerryd8075 Před rokem +1

    Great video! Do you have a video of the best snorkeling locations on the island and neighboring islands?

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před rokem +2

      Thank you, Gerry!! I don’t have one at the moment, but that’s definitely something on the list. For starters, Peña Blanca in Aguadilla is an amazing snorkeling spot. Also, search for Scuba Dogs Puerto Rico online, they give scuba tours in San Juan. Hope that helps! 😄🇵🇷🙌🏼

    • @gerryd8075
      @gerryd8075 Před rokem +1

      @@BriksTravelGuides Thank you so much for the information! Do you offer any tours?

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před rokem

      Hey Gerry! Not at the moment.

  • @ningtie711
    @ningtie711 Před 2 lety +1

    This is great! Thank you Brik! Do we need to reserve for all five spots you mentioned in this video? Or just the first one.

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před 2 lety +1

      Hi Cathy! Thank you so much for commenting! You would just need to reserve on the website recreation.gov for the Juan Diego Trail waterfall since it is located inside El Yunque's main visitor area. All others are outside of this area so you can go at any time, though you might need the permission of land owners to access trails such for Las Paylas. Hope that helps!

    • @ningtie711
      @ningtie711 Před 2 lety +1

      @@BriksTravelGuides thank you!!

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před 2 lety

      Happy to help! 😄🙌🏼🙏🏼🇵🇷

  • @jmyguardado6007
    @jmyguardado6007 Před 3 lety +1

    💓💞

  • @kat2312
    @kat2312 Před rokem

    Off the beaten path waterfalls -- Mango and Charco El Hippie

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před rokem +1

      Didn’t include El Hippie since it’s a bit further away than the rest of the spots and El Mango is in Adjuntas which is very far away from El Yunque haha

  • @luisangelsanchez4261
    @luisangelsanchez4261 Před 2 lety +1

    Gracias por tu información, nos ayudo mucho y nos encantó El Yunke. Iremos de regreso a Puerto Rico el año que viene, alguna recomendación de donde ir a bucear / snorkel?

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před 2 lety +1

      Hola Luis! Mil gracias por ver mis videos y por comentar! Que bueno que los pude ayudar y que han decidido volver! Crash Boat o Peña Blanca en Aguadilla son algunos lugar bastante populares para bucear y snorkel. Ademas puedes verificar Shacks Beach en Isabela.🤿🇵🇷 En San Juan esta el grupo Scuba Dogs en el Escambron que llevan a grupos a el area y quizas te pueden proveer mas información.

  • @rudyv8320
    @rudyv8320 Před 3 lety +2

    Awesome video! Please make a FOOD truck video!

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před 3 lety +2

      Hey Rudy!! Thanks so much for commenting! I absolutely NEED to make videos about the food in PR! A food truck/food truck park video would be great! Hopefully I don’t get a food coma half way through the video 😂😂😂.

    • @laurenturner4819
      @laurenturner4819 Před 3 lety +2

      Please make a food video ‼️‼️

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před 3 lety +1

      😂😂😂 Highly requested video! Seems like I’m gonna have to put it on the top of the list of videos 😂

    • @laurenturner4819
      @laurenturner4819 Před 3 lety +2

      Love your videos!!

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před 3 lety +1

      Thanks a thousand, Lauren! Comments like yours are the reason I get pumped to keep on going! You’re the best! 😄🙌🏼🙏🏼🇵🇷

  • @mattc4266
    @mattc4266 Před rokem +1

    AMAZING VIDEO !!!! You deserve a million subs !!! Is Diego falls the only fall in the visitor center ?! What about Mina and coco ?!

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před rokem

      Hey Matt!!! I love saving comments like yours so I can look back in the future and thing “wow, that seemed like a crazy dream, but here we are!” 😄🙌🏼🙏🏼 Thank you so much!! La Mina is inside of the main recreational area but it is still closed because of damages after hurricanes. However, the Forest Service recently started to repair the trail to La Mina. Not sure when they’ll finish it, but I assume it’ll take some time. La Coca Waterfall is inside of the main recreational area and can be easily viewed because it is right next to the road after you enter the ranger’s checkpoint to enter. Hope that helps! 😄🙌🏼🇵🇷

    • @mattc4266
      @mattc4266 Před rokem +1

      @@BriksTravelGuides yes most in depth Puerto Rico travel info I’ve seen !!! Puerto Rico is world class in beauty went there 7 years ago I’m going again in November ! Ty for the answer keep up good work !

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před rokem

      Thank you so much, Matt!

  • @ericfalcon8432
    @ericfalcon8432 Před rokem +1

    🇵🇷🇺🇲 USA 🇵🇷🇺🇲

  • @swaizycruz1816
    @swaizycruz1816 Před 3 lety +4

    Thank you so much! We’re taking the kids (8 & 10) in July! Any recommendations on which river or hike is best for kids???

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před 3 lety +1

      Hey Swaizy! If you’re looking for places near El Yunque I would definitely try Angelito’s Trail! It’s a nice place with calm waters.

    • @swaizycruz1816
      @swaizycruz1816 Před 3 lety +1

      @@BriksTravelGuides thank you. Do we still buy tix for el yunque to go there or any of the trails?

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před 3 lety

      Hey Swaizy! Yes, you’d still need to get tickets to visit the main area of el Yunque where you can get to the very top. The only river on this list you do need tickets for is the Juan Diego Falls, the rest you can visit without tickets.

  • @dianabeal052711
    @dianabeal052711 Před 2 lety +1

    i remeber going to PR in 1996 and my uncke to ok us to a cave. he calle dit the bat cave, but i dont recall where it is. hubby and i are planning on going in February 2022

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před 2 lety

      That's amazing! I hope you'll be able to visit many great places during your visit! Try visiting the Cavernas del Rio Camuy which reopened recently. I made a video of everything you should expect from your visit. To book a tour with them, you can try to call the numbers in the description, but honestly they're short staffed so your best bet if that doesn't work is to just shop up to the park and hope they give you a tour. Not ideal, but worth it if you have the time.

  • @EpicAdventureCouple
    @EpicAdventureCouple Před 2 lety +1

    Good video. We’re going the first week of Jan 2022. Are the trails and waterfalls in el yunque open? On the west side is survivor beach hike worth it? Thanks for sharing

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před 2 lety

      Hey! There are some trails that are open and some that are closed. Your best bet for up to date info on the trails is the US Forest Service - El Yunque Facebook page or their website. The Juan Diego Trail that I talk about on this video is open, and the other spots are outside of the main visitor area so they are likely open as well. I’ve never been to Survivor Beach, but I’ve been told it is beautiful! However, you need to check if the tide is high because if it is, you might not be able to do the complete hike.

  • @erikaamort2302
    @erikaamort2302 Před 2 lety +1

    THANKS SO MUCH FOR MAKING THESE VIDEOS! Las Tinajas is one of the spots im going on my trip. Its the last week of August that we will be there. Does it start to rain during that time?

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před 2 lety +1

      Hi Erika! Thank you so much for your comment and support! It really does depend. In general it always rains a bit since Las Tinajas is close to El Yunque which is a rainforest. If I were you I'd download a satellite weather app like MyRadar to check the weather on the days before and on the day you plan to go to Las Tinajas. If it's raining, I wouldn't go since it can be dangerous. Hope that helps! Be safe and enjoy Puerto Rico!

    • @erikaamort2302
      @erikaamort2302 Před 2 lety +1

      @@BriksTravelGuides thank you. I’ll go download that app now!
      Does it get really warm temprano en la mañana? I’m planning las tinajas before medio día because we’re catching the ferry to culebra around 12. Is that a good idea.

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před 2 lety

      @@erikaamort2302 I haven’t taken the ferry to Culebra in a whole, but I think it would be a good idea to be early at the port just in case any situation arises. Personally I would do it on separate days.

  • @ashleysoto2902
    @ashleysoto2902 Před rokem

    going in February, the week of the 20th can you please be our tour guide ?! lol

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před rokem

      Hey Ashley!! That’s amazing!! At the moment I’m not offering tours in person, but I can definitely connect you with knowledgeable tour guides who are! Let me know! 😄🙌🏼🇵🇷

  • @dianabeal052711
    @dianabeal052711 Před 2 lety +1

    My uncle used to be called to locate people who use to get lost en el Yunque.

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před 2 lety

      Oh wow! Yeah, a lot of people get lost in El Yunque, specifically if they venture to the Naguabo side of El Yunque which doesn't have rangers monitoring the access. A lot of people get lost or injured when visiting the Infinity Pool de Naguabo, which is a challenging 3 hour hike just one way, and most people don't go adequately prepared for that.

  • @tyneishashainegriel1641
    @tyneishashainegriel1641 Před rokem +1

    Thanks for sharing. I’m visiting Puerto Rico next month. My daughter wanted to do the rainforest waterfall tour. Can we access La Pailas without purchasing a park entrance pass? Thanks in advance. Hopefully we can book your services❤

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před rokem

      Hey! Yes you can! Las paylas is outside of the recreational area managed by the forest service so you won’t have to reserve beforehand to visit it. However, you’ll likely need to pay to park in front of a locals house or even inside their house. Hope that helps! 😄🙌🏼🇵🇷

  • @luisvelez541
    @luisvelez541 Před 2 lety +1

    Great hob! I grew up going to Las pailas and the forests and ceeeks were ny playgrounds. I never saw a snake all my years. Is it true that now snakes and gators or crocs avound? If you coud do a piece on that please. You channel is great.

    • @luisvelez541
      @luisvelez541 Před 2 lety +1

      All the typos! Lol! I was not awake yet.

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před 2 lety +1

      Hey Luis!! Thank you!! You might see snakes, but they’re native to PR and most of them are relatively small. As for gators and caymans, that has been a problem for a while. Every so often you see news of authorities capturing one, but they’re often in the same areas. Luckily, generally not at rivers people frequent for swimming.

  • @Yispe
    @Yispe Před rokem +1

    Do a video on culebrita

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před rokem

      Yes!! Definitely on the top of my list of videos to make! Based on the popularity of the Vieques video, I’m sure a lot of people will appreciate one of Culebra 😄🙌🏼🇵🇷

  • @AK-hi4hm
    @AK-hi4hm Před rokem +2

    is it better to go with a travel guide, or are the trails suitable for a beginner? i'm in good shape, just concerned about finding my way. also with parking do you just leave the car on the side of road next to trail head or will there always be paid parking?

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před rokem +1

      I would say they are all easy to get to except Las Tinajas if you walk up river from the first parking you see on the street. There’s a parking at the very end of the street that has a easy trail to the riverbed.

  • @wantsoverneeds6578
    @wantsoverneeds6578 Před 2 lety +1

    Chek out Charco El Hippie

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před 2 lety

      Hey! Yes! I wanted to include it but it’s a bit further away from the main area of El Yunque, but it’s a great spot! 😄🙌🏼🇵🇷

  • @captainscottnewhall6105
    @captainscottnewhall6105 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Are there peacock bass or largemouth bass in those rivers and ponds? Fishing minds (me) would love to know.

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před 2 měsíci

      Hey Captain! Honestly, I’m not sure about those specific species, but I do know that people do fish a lot in the lagoons, rivers and oceanfronts around the island. You might see them with their fishing rods on the roadside near the beach. Hope that helps a bit! Thanks for leaving a comment! 😄🙏🏼🇵🇷

  • @jaxav8r
    @jaxav8r Před rokem +1

    Camuy caves

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před rokem

      I have a travel guide about that on my channel! 😄🙌🏼🇵🇷

  • @ChadEAult
    @ChadEAult Před rokem +1

    Coming to Puerto Rico in a couple weeks: do you need to rent a 4x4 to get around the island?
    We are staying three nights at the Hyatt regency, then Rincon, then Laga Guajataca?
    Thanks!

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před rokem

      Hey Chad! A 4x4 is not completely necessary. I have a hatchback sedan which has managed to go everywhere on my videos haha however, an SUV would be better to avoid any potholes (which there are many) on the streets. Hope that helps! 😄🙌🏼🇵🇷

    • @ChadEAult
      @ChadEAult Před rokem +1

      @@BriksTravelGuides 👍👍👍thank you, much appreciated!

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před rokem

      Happy to help! 😄🙌🏼

  • @xavieraduran
    @xavieraduran Před rokem +1

    Do you need tickets for the Visitor Center as well? Where and when do I purchase those, aside from the vehicle entry ticket? I am going to PR in a month!

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před rokem +1

      Hey Xavier! You don’t need tickets to visit the Visitor Center! Though there is an admission fee which you pay in the entrance. Hope you enjoy your visit to Puerto Rico! 😄🙌🏼🇵🇷

    • @xavieraduran
      @xavieraduran Před rokem +1

      Thank you!

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před rokem +1

      Happy to help! 😄🙌🏼

  • @davidromero7793
    @davidromero7793 Před 2 lety +1

    Do you provide guide options?

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před 2 lety

      Hey David! You can send me a message to brikguardado@gmail.com with all the details regarding your interest and I’ll be happy to answer your questions!

  • @neomoyotl7259
    @neomoyotl7259 Před 2 lety +1

    You think it’s be okay to go to all these during December?

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před 2 lety

      Hey Neo!! Yes! December should be a great time to visit. Just make sure it doesn’t rain on the day you’re planning to go. Hope you have fun! 😄🇵🇷

  • @kellyschaffner1571
    @kellyschaffner1571 Před 3 lety +1

    July 2021 we are looking for Sea Turtles. If there is a pretty good place to see them I'd love to know about it!

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před 3 lety +2

      Hey Kelly! If you want to stay close to San Juan and see sea turtles you should go to the Escambron Beach. There are several turtles that swim around that area. If you’re looking to go further, check out Peña Blanca Beach in Aguadilla. There is amazing snorkeling there!

    • @kellyschaffner1571
      @kellyschaffner1571 Před 3 lety +1

      @@BriksTravelGuides AWESOME! We were already planning on Peña Blanca, just because I heard it has a beautiful opportunity for snorkeling!

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před 3 lety

      Yesss!! For sure check it out! 🙌🏼🇵🇷

    • @erikaamort2302
      @erikaamort2302 Před 2 lety +1

      @@BriksTravelGuides thanks for sharing the turtle info! Mi amigo los quiere ver!!!

  • @jjdlrz
    @jjdlrz Před 6 měsíci +1

    Sign language.

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před 6 měsíci

      I wish I had the resources to include it on my videos 🥲

  • @castrounderthesea6957
    @castrounderthesea6957 Před rokem +1

    Do i need a ticket Reservation into the rain forrest to visit spot number 4 and 5

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před 9 měsíci

      Hey! You don’t! Only for the Juan Diego Falls! 😄🙌🏼🇵🇷

  • @MyPetGoat2U
    @MyPetGoat2U Před 2 lety +1

    If you pack it in, PACK IT OUT! This includes your human waste and your CIGARETTE BUTTS!!!
    Keep El Yunque Beautiful for future visitors. Gracias!

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před 2 lety

      YES!! PLEASE!! Thank you for reinforcing it! 🙏🏼💪🏼🇵🇷🌿

  • @lillydejesus9510
    @lillydejesus9510 Před 3 lety +1

    Needs to rain. Too dry.

    • @BriksTravelGuides
      @BriksTravelGuides  Před 3 lety

      This week it rained pretty heavily! Hopefully that replenished all the rivers. 🙏🏼🙌🏼🍃