Land Activities

Golf

The beauty and variety of Puerto Rico’s golf courses has many considering the island the golf capital of the Caribbean. There are currently more than a dozen world-class courses, with more on the way. All of the courses share the island’s year-round summer weather, tempered by the cool, gentle breezes of the trade winds. The brilliant tropical sky above your head provides a contrast to glimpses of sparkling white sand beaches backed by the blue Atlantic Ocean or the turquoise Caribbean Sea.

Surfing

Surfers travel the world in search for the perfect wave - and many consider western Puerto Rico in the winter as the place and season that they are most likely to find it. The Atlantic coastline from the tip of the island in Rincón north to Punta Borinquen is the place to find some of the best surf east of the Hawaiian Islands. There are plenty of surf shops where you can rent equipment and get advice on the best beach for you.

Horseback Riding

Puerto Ricans have always had a special love of horses. The gentle tradition of breeding and showing Paso Fino horses has been maintained for generations and important horse shows are held each year. You can go horseback riding along a beautiful beach, follow a trail through a tropical rain forest or amble through a coffee plantation high in the mountains. A half dozen ranches offer rentals and guided tours for beginners.

Water Activities

Scuba Diving and Snorkeling

The waters off Puerto Rico’s shores offer great diving. The underwater visibility averages 60 to 75 feet, and offshore it is easily 100 feet or more! While experienced divers might prefer boat diving, there are countless sites - especially on the northeast coast near Aguadilla and Isabela - for world class shore diving. And the shallow reefs near San Juan, Dorado, Mayagüez and Humacao are perfect for snorkeling.

Tanama River Tours

The Tanama River offers a journey like no other. It begins along a beautiful trail that borders the largest radar/radio telescope in the world, nestled in a primeval forest. Next, slide-descend for 800 feet to the cool waters of the Tanamá River, then body raft down the river through caves and canyon. And finally, emerge from Ventana (Window) Cave, to be dazzled by the beauty of some of the most striking valleys in Puerto Rico. Not an adventure for the faint or heart!