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WHAT IS A CORAL REEF?
Coral reefs are constructed by living
plants and animals, primarily corals
that surround their small
anemone-like tentacles in a hard
skeleton that forms much of the reef
structure.
They generally occur in clear,
tropical or semi-tropical seas to a
depth of approximately 100 meters
(328 feet). Coral reefs fringe
approximately one sixth of the
world's coastlines and are the
biologically richest of all
shallow-water marine ecosystems.
They support as many as 1 million
species of animals and plants, but
only a small fraction have been
described. Among the best known
groups are at least 5,000 species of
fish, over 10,000 species of mollusk
and more than 800 species of
reef-building corals. Approximately
30 percent of marine fish species
occur on coral reefs.
WHY ARE CORAL REEFS
IMPORTANT? [more]
Source:
http://www.biodiversityscience.org/xp
/news/press_releases/2002/021402a.
xml#9
Coral reefs are constructed by living
plants and animals, primarily corals
that surround their small
anemone-like tentacles in a hard
skeleton that forms much of the reef
structure.
They generally occur in clear,
tropical or semi-tropical seas to a
depth of approximately 100 meters
(328 feet). Coral reefs fringe
approximately one sixth of the
world's coastlines and are the
biologically richest of all
shallow-water marine ecosystems.
They support as many as 1 million
species of animals and plants, but
only a small fraction have been
described. Among the best known
groups are at least 5,000 species of
fish, over 10,000 species of mollusk
and more than 800 species of
reef-building corals. Approximately
30 percent of marine fish species
occur on coral reefs.
WHY ARE CORAL REEFS
IMPORTANT? [more]
Source:
http://www.biodiversityscience.org/xp
/news/press_releases/2002/021402a.
xml#9
| SS-001 S N O R K E L I N G / K A Y A K & E L Y U N Q U E |
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Looking for an amazing half day snorkeling trip off the main island? Join us for
two and a half hours of fun, easy, kayaking and snorkeling at famous Seven
Seas Bay in Fajardo. Kayak along the pristine coastline of "Las Cabezas de San
Juan Nature Reserve" and enjoy the spectacular views of El Yunque Rainforest
mountains and Fajardo's 130 year old Spanish lighthouse.
One of our most popular summer adventures, featuring a fascinating snorkeling
destination, excellent for ALL skill levels! Discover spectacular coral reef
formations, swim among schools of tropical fish, and learn about the wonders of
the underwater world, while snorkeling with our professional eco guides.
The snorkeling is followed by a relaxing stop at one of the bays unspoiled
beaches locally known as Playa Escondida (Hidden Beach). Once at the beach,
enjoy a variety of snacks and refreshments, hike around while beachcombing,
lay out in the tropical sun, swim the crystal clear waters or simply sit back and
enjoy the pristine hidden coastline of Seven Seas Bay.
We will drive to El Yunque National Forest where we will have a picnic style
lunch at the Visitors Center (carry-in, carry-out policy applies). After lunch, we
will watch a documentary of the rain forest, followed by a hike to La Mina Falls.
Then, we will drive back to the hotel.
Please bring extra set of clothes and environment-friendly sunscreen.
two and a half hours of fun, easy, kayaking and snorkeling at famous Seven
Seas Bay in Fajardo. Kayak along the pristine coastline of "Las Cabezas de San
Juan Nature Reserve" and enjoy the spectacular views of El Yunque Rainforest
mountains and Fajardo's 130 year old Spanish lighthouse.
One of our most popular summer adventures, featuring a fascinating snorkeling
destination, excellent for ALL skill levels! Discover spectacular coral reef
formations, swim among schools of tropical fish, and learn about the wonders of
the underwater world, while snorkeling with our professional eco guides.
The snorkeling is followed by a relaxing stop at one of the bays unspoiled
beaches locally known as Playa Escondida (Hidden Beach). Once at the beach,
enjoy a variety of snacks and refreshments, hike around while beachcombing,
lay out in the tropical sun, swim the crystal clear waters or simply sit back and
enjoy the pristine hidden coastline of Seven Seas Bay.
We will drive to El Yunque National Forest where we will have a picnic style
lunch at the Visitors Center (carry-in, carry-out policy applies). After lunch, we
will watch a documentary of the rain forest, followed by a hike to La Mina Falls.
Then, we will drive back to the hotel.
Please bring extra set of clothes and environment-friendly sunscreen.
For tour description, please visit this link.
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| Walter Gagehot |
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| SS-002 S N O R K E L / M I N I - B O A T & E L Y U N Q U E |
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Experience the Snorkeling adventure of a lifetime as you pilot your own
13' inflatable MINI BOAT in an excursion across the uninhabited cays and
stunning beaches off Fajardo, Puerto Rico's eastern coast! Join our
exhilarating guided journey while island hopping through a string of
protected islands and cays known as La Cordillera Cays Nature Reserve.
Relax, swim and snorkel in crystal clear waters, enjoy of a variety of
tropical snacks, and do a little exploration on our white sand beaches!
Before returning to San Juan, we will go to El Yunque National Forest
with our Hybrid Tour.
13' inflatable MINI BOAT in an excursion across the uninhabited cays and
stunning beaches off Fajardo, Puerto Rico's eastern coast! Join our
exhilarating guided journey while island hopping through a string of
protected islands and cays known as La Cordillera Cays Nature Reserve.
Relax, swim and snorkel in crystal clear waters, enjoy of a variety of
tropical snacks, and do a little exploration on our white sand beaches!
Before returning to San Juan, we will go to El Yunque National Forest
with our Hybrid Tour.
SEVEN SEAS BAY &
EL YUNQUE NATIONAL FOREST
EL YUNQUE NATIONAL FOREST
CODE
Availability
Duration
Effort Level
Hiking Level
Departure
Minimum
Price
Transportation
Reservations
Included
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Availability
Duration
Effort Level
Hiking Level
Departure
Minimum
Price
Transportation
Reservations
Included
Release
Restrictions
S-001
March thru August
7 hours
Strenuous (2.5 hours)
Challenging (1.5 hours)
8:00 AM San Juan
6 PAX (maximum, 20 PAX)
From San Juan, $149 pp
From Luquillo, $129 pp
Included
Always required
Snacks, water, lunch,
entrance fees
Yes, on site
Non-smokers only,
minimum age 12 years
March thru August
7 hours
Strenuous (2.5 hours)
Challenging (1.5 hours)
8:00 AM San Juan
6 PAX (maximum, 20 PAX)
From San Juan, $149 pp
From Luquillo, $129 pp
Included
Always required
Snacks, water, lunch,
entrance fees
Yes, on site
Non-smokers only,
minimum age 12 years
| In partnership with Kayaking Puerto Rico, Inc. |
CODE
Availability
Duration
Effort Level
Hiking Level
Departure
Minimum
Price
Transportation
Reservations
Included
Release
Restrictions
Availability
Duration
Effort Level
Hiking Level
Departure
Minimum
Price
Transportation
Reservations
Included
Release
Restrictions
S-002
Monday thru Saturday
Full day (10 hours)
Strenuous (3.5 hours)
Challenging (1.5 hours)
11:30 AM San Juan
6 PAX (maximum, 20 PAX)
Contact us for price
Included
Always required
Snacks, water, dinner
entrance fees
Yes, on site
Non-smokers only,
minimum age 18 years*
Monday thru Saturday
Full day (10 hours)
Strenuous (3.5 hours)
Challenging (1.5 hours)
11:30 AM San Juan
6 PAX (maximum, 20 PAX)
Contact us for price
Included
Always required
Snacks, water, dinner
entrance fees
Yes, on site
Non-smokers only,
minimum age 18 years*
A quick HOP over to Icacos Island for swimming and beach exploration,
then SKIP to Cayo Lobos for a breathtaking Snorkeling session followed
by a JUMP back to homeport - Fajardo.
then SKIP to Cayo Lobos for a breathtaking Snorkeling session followed
by a JUMP back to homeport - Fajardo.
ICACOS ISLAND &
EL YUNQUE NATIONAL FOREST
EL YUNQUE NATIONAL FOREST
The Ocean's Top 10 Coral Reef Hotspots Identified For First Time
Study Sounds Alarm for Extinctions of Marine Species [more...]
The 10 coral reef hotspots, ranked according to the degree of threat, are (see links to fact sheet for more details):
Source: http://www.biodiversityscience.Org/xp/news/press_releases/2002/021402a.xml#9
Study Sounds Alarm for Extinctions of Marine Species [more...]
The 10 coral reef hotspots, ranked according to the degree of threat, are (see links to fact sheet for more details):
- Philippines
- Gulf of Guinea
- Sunda Islands
- Southern Mascarene Islands
- Eastern South Africa
- Northern Indian Ocean
- Southern Japan, Taiwan and southern China
- Cape Verde Islands
- Western Caribbean
- Red Sea and Gulf of Aden
Source: http://www.biodiversityscience.Org/xp/news/press_releases/2002/021402a.xml#9
| *Minimum Age: 8 years for children, Mini Boat Captains must be 18 years of age |
| Other alternatives available, please contact us for details. |