In October, 1992, Excursiones Guariquén was born
in the western coast of Puerto Rico. We chose the
word "guariquén" because in Arawak language it
means "look" or "come here and see".

Pioneers in this region, the initial objective of our
company was the development of a new and  
responsible way of doing tourism towards the
exploring and recognition of the natural history of our
area and our Taíno roots.  We started catering the
needs of locals with a complete program of tours and
expeditions departing from Mayagüez.  Nevertheless,
Special thanks to those who believed in us!!!
ADVENTOURS operates tourism that fosters understanding, appreciation
and conservation of the culture and environments of our country.  We
operate in a socially and environmentally responsible manner.  Our efforts
are focused in the direct economic benefits that the community will have
and the contribution to environmental and cultural conservation awareness.
 We aim to operate beyond best practice guidelines and will be monitoring
our operations continuously.  

ADVENTOURS has been heavily involved in building professional
associations (tour guides and tour operators), a policy that has led to the
future implementation of guidelines for tour guides and tour operators
through the Best Practices Committee of the Puerto Rican Association of
Interpretation and Education, Inc. (APIE).
OUR STAFF consists of a group of professionals (Certified Tour Guides,
Certified Interpretive Guides, Certified Interpreters for the Hearing
Impaired, Wildlife Biologists, Naturalists, and community groups) that will
make your dream vacation a real and unforgettable experience.  For more
information on our staff, please visit this link.
  • Asociación Puertorriqueña de Interpretación y Educación, Inc.
    APIE (President/Founder, Puerto Rican Association of
    Interpretation and Education, Inc.)
  • Operadores Receptivos del Oeste (President/Founder, Receptive
    Tour Operators of the West)
  • American Birding Association
  • National Audubon Society
  • Adventure Cycling Association
  • BirdPal
  • Fundación Museo Historia Natural de Puerto Rico
  • The International Ecotourism Society
Since we coordinate several bird counts, our office is closed during Christmas:  December 14 through
January 14.  To book a tour during those dates, you must reserve at least two months in advance.
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AdvenTours is a small company offering private tours to individuals and
small groups with low-impact activities.  We aim at all times to adhere to
the following code in our operations:

  • Promoting tourism that is economically productive, socially
    responsible and environmentally friendly
  • Encouraging considerate, culturally and environmentally
    conscious habits amongst those who travel with us
  • Involving local population in our tourism projects and offerings
  • Providing regular training to our staff in the principles and
    practices of responsible tourism
  • Encouraging continuing education to our staff
  • Ensuring that our guides, interpreters, and leaders pass on to our
    clients an insight and understanding of our country.
  • Insisting that our business partners meet our own high
    environmental and social standards, and that, where necessary,
    they receive training to improve their understanding of the issues.
CODE OF PRACTICE
We invite you to leave your footprints on our path.
STORY OF THE COMPANY
AFFILIATIONS
CONTACT US

Mayagüez (Main Office)
Office Hours (Atlantic Time)
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM   Monday - Friday

Luquillo
(Seasonal, January 15 thru May 15)
Please contact us before booking a
tour from Luquillo.

Mailing address
1102 Uroyán - Alturas de Mayagüez
Mayagüez, Puerto Rico 00682-6208

Cellular Phone (voice mail)
(787) 530-8311

admin [at] adventourspr [dot] com
We are endorsed by
Hilda Nieves, Angie Comas, Norma Llop, Magda Vázquez, Tere González Denton, Ive Gayá,
Víctor Cuevas, Luis Quiñones, Raymond & Liliam Ruiz, ICP Mildred, Rosana & Virginia; Pablo
Cruz, Carolyn Krupp, Rafael & Magda Colón, Susan Soltero

...especially GOD!
MISSION STATEMENT
WHO ARE WE
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Updated June 15, 2008.
Due to changes in the cost of gasoline
and diesel, the price of some tours
could vary.  Please ask before booking.
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Hilda Morales, Owner
our commitment with the region gained us islandwide reputation with the
creation of "La Ruta del Café" and birding trips, which we have been
offering since 1992.

One year later, AdvenTours was born in 1993 as a result of the requests we
had for soft adventure tours from international travelers.  We kept our
operation small to guarantee the quality of our service, catering individuals
and small groups.

We expanded our wings in 1997 offering our tour guide service to the hotels
located from San Juan to Fajardo.  In 2001, we established a partnership
with the US Forest Service and by 2002 we opened a seasonal office in
Luquillo in order to offer night hikes at El Yunque.   A complete line of
EcoYoga Tours was introduced.  

We were recognized in 2003 by United Who´s Who.

As part of our corporate social responsibility, in 2007 we started training our
partners in the east region.  With a collaborative agreement between APIE
and the University of Puerto Rico, local residents of the Northeastern
Ecological Corridor were certified in heritage interpretive techniques, a
special training for Outdoor Adventure Kayak Guides.   

Sixteen years later, our initial objective is still alive, to offer a high quality
service on all our personalized tours.