| Welcome to Mayagüez! |
| It was the year of 1493 when the Spaniards disembarked on the western coast of the island of Borikén, the land of Yocahú Bagua Maorocotí. Fifteen years later, the colonization of the island began through the west coast. With the socio-economical growth of the region, new towns were established. Mayagüez was founded in 1760, and was later developed into a city port. For the last sixteen years, we have cater the needs and expectations of the visitors of the western region, now known as Porta del Sol. Our main office is located in Mayagüez, less than 5 minutes from the Mayagüez Port, Airport, and Zoo; 30 minutes from the Aguadilla Airport, and 1hour from Ponce Airport. We invite you to explore the limits of imagination and conquest the West with us!!! |
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| Established in Mayagüez since 1992. |
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With a limited geographic area of only 111 x 39 miles, the
avifauna of Puerto Rico consists of approximately 349
species of birds, of which 17 are endemic species.
Around 120 of these species breed in Puerto Rico, others
overwinter in the archipelago. The Caribbean region hosts
208 endemic bird species, we have 12% of those
endemic species, plus other Caribbean specialties.
Our birding trips are offered on a private basis, small
groups and multiple day tour packages.
avifauna of Puerto Rico consists of approximately 349
species of birds, of which 17 are endemic species.
Around 120 of these species breed in Puerto Rico, others
overwinter in the archipelago. The Caribbean region hosts
208 endemic bird species, we have 12% of those
endemic species, plus other Caribbean specialties.
Our birding trips are offered on a private basis, small
groups and multiple day tour packages.
Availability
Duration
Effort Level
Birding Time
Departure
Minimum
Price
Transportation
Private Tour
Reservations
Duration
Effort Level
Birding Time
Departure
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Price
Transportation
Private Tour
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Daily upon request
Minimum 3 hrs.
Easy
3 hrs.
Flexible
1 PAX
$50 per hour, min. 3 hrs.
Available upon request*
Yes
Always required
Minimum 3 hrs.
Easy
3 hrs.
Flexible
1 PAX
$50 per hour, min. 3 hrs.
Available upon request*
Yes
Always required
| SMAZ-N1 B I R D W A T C H I N G |
Availability
Duration
Effort Level
Hiking Time
Departure
Minimum
Price
Transportation
Private Tour
Reservations
Duration
Effort Level
Hiking Time
Departure
Minimum
Price
Transportation
Private Tour
Reservations
Daily upon request
5.5 hrs.
Moderate-Challenging
2 1/2 hr.
Not later than 9:00 AM
from Mayagüez
2 PAX, up to 6 PAX
$69 pp
Included
Yes
Always required
5.5 hrs.
Moderate-Challenging
2 1/2 hr.
Not later than 9:00 AM
from Mayagüez
2 PAX, up to 6 PAX
$69 pp
Included
Yes
Always required
Private interpretive hike to a waterfall with a Certified Interpretive
Tour Guide. We will drive up to the mountains of Maricao where the
Taínos settled after the 1511 rebellion. This tour is part of La Ruta
del Café. d
A technical short stop at a local bakery will give you the opportunity
to buy fresh coffee produced in this town. A one hour moderate to
challenging effort hike will take us to Salto Curet, while we cross the
river on several occasions. You should bring: comfortable hiking
boots or shoes, sunblock lotion, hat, binoculars, and camera.
Bottled water included. Swimming is not allowed on this tour.
Tour Guide. We will drive up to the mountains of Maricao where the
Taínos settled after the 1511 rebellion. This tour is part of La Ruta
del Café. d
A technical short stop at a local bakery will give you the opportunity
to buy fresh coffee produced in this town. A one hour moderate to
challenging effort hike will take us to Salto Curet, while we cross the
river on several occasions. You should bring: comfortable hiking
boots or shoes, sunblock lotion, hat, binoculars, and camera.
Bottled water included. Swimming is not allowed on this tour.
Availability
Duration
Effort Level
Hiking Time
Departure
Minimum
Price
Transportation
Private Tour
Reservations
Duration
Effort Level
Hiking Time
Departure
Minimum
Price
Transportation
Private Tour
Reservations
Daily upon request
4 hrs.
30 minutes
Flexible
2 PAX, up to 6 PAX
$59 per person
Included
Yes
Always required
4 hrs.
30 minutes
Flexible
2 PAX, up to 6 PAX
$59 per person
Included
Yes
Always required
Located in the Southwest region, the salt flats not only are one of
the most important points for migrating shorebirds in the Eastern
Caribbean, but it is also important in Cabo Rojo´s economic
development through history, and a prime fish habitat.
A combat between two towns in search of the control of the salt
production, an old lighthouse built by the Spaniards, unique fauna
and flora, are only part of what you will learn during this imaginary
journey through time and space. You should bring: comfortable
hiking boots or shoes, sunblock lotion, hat, binoculars, and camera.
the most important points for migrating shorebirds in the Eastern
Caribbean, but it is also important in Cabo Rojo´s economic
development through history, and a prime fish habitat.
A combat between two towns in search of the control of the salt
production, an old lighthouse built by the Spaniards, unique fauna
and flora, are only part of what you will learn during this imaginary
journey through time and space. You should bring: comfortable
hiking boots or shoes, sunblock lotion, hat, binoculars, and camera.
Availability
Duration
Effort Level
Hiking Time
Departure
Minimum
Price
Transportation
Private Tour
Reservations
Duration
Effort Level
Hiking Time
Departure
Minimum
Price
Transportation
Private Tour
Reservations
Tuesday thru Sunday
5 hrs.
Moderate-Challenging
Flexible
2 PAX
$75 pp
Included
Yes
Always required
5 hrs.
Moderate-Challenging
Flexible
2 PAX
$75 pp
Included
Yes
Always required
| SMAZ-N4 G U Á N I C A F O R E S T |
| City Tour & Hostos Museum |
| City Tour & Zoo |
| City Tour |
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Walking Time
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Effort Level
Walking Time
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Price
Transportation
Private Tour
Reservations
3 hrs.
Easy
Minimum
Flexible
2 PAX, up to 6 PAX
$35 per person
Included
Yes
Always required
Easy
Minimum
Flexible
2 PAX, up to 6 PAX
$35 per person
Included
Yes
Always required
Duration
Effort Level
Walking Time
Departure
Minimum
Price
Transportation
Private Tour
Reservations
Effort Level
Walking Time
Departure
Minimum
Price
Transportation
Private Tour
Reservations
3 hrs.
Easy
Minimum
Flexible
2 PAX, up to 6 PAX
$45 per person
Included
Yes
Always required
Easy
Minimum
Flexible
2 PAX, up to 6 PAX
$45 per person
Included
Yes
Always required
Availability
Duration
Effort Level
Walking Time
Departure
Minimum
Price
Children
Private Tour
Reservations
Duration
Effort Level
Walking Time
Departure
Minimum
Price
Children
Private Tour
Reservations
W - S, upon request
3 hrs.
Moderate
Approximately 2 hrs.
Flexible
2 PAX, up to 6 PAX
$35 pp, + entrance fee
$25 pp, + entrance fee
Yes
Always required
3 hrs.
Moderate
Approximately 2 hrs.
Flexible
2 PAX, up to 6 PAX
$35 pp, + entrance fee
$25 pp, + entrance fee
Yes
Always required
| A visit to Mayagüez is not complete without a comfortable guided city tour. We have three alternatives to explore the city. Join us!!! |
Availability
Duration
Effort Level
Hiking Time
Departure
Minimum
Price
Transportation
Private Tour
Reservations
Duration
Effort Level
Hiking Time
Departure
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Price
Transportation
Private Tour
Reservations
Tuesday thru Sunday
5 hrs.
Moderate-Challenging
Approximately 2 1/2 hr.
Flexible
2 PAX
$69 pp
Included
Yes
Always required
5 hrs.
Moderate-Challenging
Approximately 2 1/2 hr.
Flexible
2 PAX
$69 pp
Included
Yes
Always required
| SMAZ-N5 R Í O C A M U Y C A V E P A R K |
Availability
Duration
Effort Level
Boat Trip
Departure
Minimum
Price
Entrance Fee
Private Tour
Reservations
Duration
Effort Level
Boat Trip
Departure
Minimum
Price
Entrance Fee
Private Tour
Reservations
| SMAZ-N6 L A P A R G U E R A B I O B A Y T O U R |
Your host and owner,
HIlda G. Morales, CITG
Born is San Juan, her parents
moved to Mayagüez when she
was six years old. Since
AdvenTours was established,
Hilda has been the only tour
operator based in the city and
offering their tours on a daily
basis. Through the Puerto
Rican Association of
Interpretation and Education,
Hilda has been coordinating the
Maricao/Susuá Christmas Bird
Count and the Endemic Bird of
Puerto Rico Festival at the
Maricao Forest.
HIlda G. Morales, CITG
Born is San Juan, her parents
moved to Mayagüez when she
was six years old. Since
AdvenTours was established,
Hilda has been the only tour
operator based in the city and
offering their tours on a daily
basis. Through the Puerto
Rican Association of
Interpretation and Education,
Hilda has been coordinating the
Maricao/Susuá Christmas Bird
Count and the Endemic Bird of
Puerto Rico Festival at the
Maricao Forest.
| Departure from Mayagüez. Prices might vary depending on hotel location and prices of gasoline at the time of the tour. Please ask before booking your tour. |
| This section includes suggestions of tours that are available for individuals and private groups. Groups leaders should contact us for quote for groups of more than 4 PAX. Combine two or more tours and save! |
Availability
Duration
Effort Level
Walking Time
Departure
Minimum
Price
Private Tour
Reservations
Coffee Season
Duration
Effort Level
Walking Time
Departure
Minimum
Price
Private Tour
Reservations
Coffee Season
Daily upon request
5.5 hrs.
Easy
Approximately 1 hr.
Flexible
2 PAX, up to 6 PAX
$59 pp
Yes
Always required
August - December
5.5 hrs.
Easy
Approximately 1 hr.
Flexible
2 PAX, up to 6 PAX
$59 pp
Yes
Always required
August - December
| SMAZ-C1 L A R U T A D E L C A F É |
- Visit to a coffee plantation still in production (coffee
season: August - December). Off-season, we visit
the main building only. - Maricao State Forest
| Since 1992 we have been offering private ecotours to the small mountainous towns of the western-central region, best known as la ruta del café. This is the original coffee plantation tour. The basic tour consists of: |
Curious about the theories of the discovery of Puerto Rico?
It was the year of 1493 when the Spaniards disembarked on the
western coast of the island of Borikén, the land of Yocahú Baguá
Marocotí. Fifteen years later, the colonization of the island began.
With the socio-economical growth of the region, new towns were
established. Mayagüez was founded in 1760, and was later
developed into a city port.
1 1/2 hr. guided historical ecowalk. The tour includes a stop at La
Casa Grande Museum. Transportation available upon request.
It was the year of 1493 when the Spaniards disembarked on the
western coast of the island of Borikén, the land of Yocahú Baguá
Marocotí. Fifteen years later, the colonization of the island began.
With the socio-economical growth of the region, new towns were
established. Mayagüez was founded in 1760, and was later
developed into a city port.
1 1/2 hr. guided historical ecowalk. The tour includes a stop at La
Casa Grande Museum. Transportation available upon request.
| SMAZ-C2 M A Y A G Ü E Z H I S T O R I C A L E C O W A L K |
2 hrs.
Easy
2 hrs.
Flexible
2 PAX
$12 per adult
$8 children under 12
and seniors 60+
Plaza de Colón
Yes
Always required
Easy
2 hrs.
Flexible
2 PAX
$12 per adult
$8 children under 12
and seniors 60+
Plaza de Colón
Yes
Always required
Duration
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Private Tour
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| SMAZ-C3 M A Y A G Ü E Z C I T Y T O U R |
(...the original coffee plantation tour!
| Where to go in Mayagüez |
| FIDO´S BEER GARDEN |
| N A T U R A L & C U L T U R A L H E R I T A G E T O U R S |
| SMAZ-N2 C U R E T W A T E R F A L L |
| SMAZ-N3 T H E L A N D O F T H E P I R A T E S |
Bordering the Caribbean Sea, Guánica State Forest, is considered
the best preserved subtropical dry forest on Earth. It was
designated as a forest reserve in 1919 and as a United Nations
Biosphere Reserve in 1981 because of its biological biodiversity.
should bring: comfortable hiking boots or shoes, sunblock lotion,
should bring: comfortable hiking boots or shoes, sunblock lotion,
hat, binoculars, water, and camera.hat, binoculars, water, and
camera.
the best preserved subtropical dry forest on Earth. It was
designated as a forest reserve in 1919 and as a United Nations
Biosphere Reserve in 1981 because of its biological biodiversity.
should bring: comfortable hiking boots or shoes, sunblock lotion,
should bring: comfortable hiking boots or shoes, sunblock lotion,
hat, binoculars, water, and camera.hat, binoculars, water, and
camera.
Moonless nights
4 hrs.
Easy
40 minutes
6:00 PM
4 PAX
$49 per person
Included
Yes
Always required
4 hrs.
Easy
40 minutes
6:00 PM
4 PAX
$49 per person
Included
Yes
Always required
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Discover the Catholic Heritage of Porta del Sol!
Created in 1992 by Hilda Morales, this journey takes you
through five of the seventeen towns of Porta del Sol.
Learn how the Catholic religion was established in Puerto
Rico and the role of Porta del Sol during this process.
Created in 1992 by Hilda Morales, this journey takes you
through five of the seventeen towns of Porta del Sol.
Learn how the Catholic religion was established in Puerto
Rico and the role of Porta del Sol during this process.
W - S, upon request
4 hrs.
Easy
Minimum
Flexible
2 PAX, up to 6 PAX
$69 pp
Included
Yes
Always required
4 hrs.
Easy
Minimum
Flexible
2 PAX, up to 6 PAX
$69 pp
Included
Yes
Always required
Availability
Duration
Effort Level
Walking Time
Departure
Minimum
Price
Transportation
Private Tour
Reservations
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Effort Level
Walking Time
Departure
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Price
Transportation
Private Tour
Reservations
Explore the hills of San Germán, the second oldest town founded by
the Spaniards during the XVI century. Join us during a 2 hr. historic
guided ecowalk.
The tour includes a stop at Museo de Arte Religioso Santo Domingo
de Porta Coeli, originally it was the church of the Convent of Santo
Domingo de Guzmán. Porta Coeli, door to heaven, hosts a
collection of donated paintings, images, sculptures, and religious art
from the XVI to the XIX centuries.
the Spaniards during the XVI century. Join us during a 2 hr. historic
guided ecowalk.
The tour includes a stop at Museo de Arte Religioso Santo Domingo
de Porta Coeli, originally it was the church of the Convent of Santo
Domingo de Guzmán. Porta Coeli, door to heaven, hosts a
collection of donated paintings, images, sculptures, and religious art
from the XVI to the XIX centuries.
Availability
Duration
Effort Level
Walking Time
Meeting Point
Minimum
Price
Entrance fee
Transportation
Private Tour
Reservations
Duration
Effort Level
Walking Time
Meeting Point
Minimum
Price
Entrance fee
Transportation
Private Tour
Reservations
T - S, upon request
2.5 hrs.
Easy
Approximately 2 hrs.
Plaza Santo Domingo
4 PAX
$25 pp
Not included in price
Available upon request
Yes
Always required
2.5 hrs.
Easy
Approximately 2 hrs.
Plaza Santo Domingo
4 PAX
$25 pp
Not included in price
Available upon request
Yes
Always required
| SMAZ-C4 S A N G E R M Á N H I S T O R I C A L W A L K I N G T O U R |
| SMAZ-C5 C A T H O L I C H E R I T A G E O F P O R T A D E L S O L |
(...the original tour!
| Due to changes in the cost of gasoline and diesel, a gasoline surcharge may apply. Please ask before booking. |
