We had an amazing time riding and learning about Rincon. The guides were fun and super easy to talk…read moreto. We would definitely recommend this tour.

Jessica was a great guide ! she made us feel comfortable with our horses and took her time with the…read moreguide. I would definitely recommend pintos r us ! The horses were well behaved too!

My bf is a regular annual guest at Villa Tropical and made a reservation here for a week for us…read morebefore Christmas this year. Although he'd reserved a studio, when we arrived, we found we had been upgraded to a one-bedroom unit, as the studio's door was being repaired. Late check in was very easy. The property's deck is large and has a gorgeous view of the beach directly below. You really cannot beat the location of Villa Tropical on Shacks. We enjoyed drinking our coffee on the deck whilst watching the sun rise in the mornings before grabbing our gear and walking down the short flight of steps to the sand. The gift shop within the office is a major time saver, too, when you need a drink or snack but don't want to drive. The Econo supermarket is only about an 8-minute drive away, though, when you do want to do a grocery run. It was awesome having a fully stocked kitchen and being able to cook and eat in most meals. We loved grilling on the deck at sunset! The Ola Lola restaurant is a cute spot a short walk away for food or drinks when one would rather skip cooking, too, and in each room, there is a very thorough guide compiled by the management with information on where to find all kinds of things in the area, from film development to entertainment. It was extremely convenient to be able to do laundry on the premises also. The staff are super helpful and maintain VT very well. Our unit (1B) was clean and comfortable, and by the end of our stay, we had fallen into a nice, homey routine. I was sad to leave and understand why Shacks is a place so many return to every year. The beach is clean, the big waves break far from the shore, there are interesting reefs for snorkeling, many days have adequate wind for kitesurfing, and there is a friendly surfer community among those who stay in the area both longer term and seasonally.

This is the best vacation spot ever! Super great accommodations and very helpful and friendly…read morestaff. The views are incredible and the resort is in a great location to get to jobos beach.

We typically find routes and take adventures on our own, but it appears this tour is the only way…read moreto get to rivers and caves that no one can get into. We were told that they have closed this area to the public now as it was disrespected after a viral tik tok video, people were trashing it, parking anywhere, and destroying the land. So now the owner has closed it and has this tour company to take people in to crowd control and make sure the land isn't trashed. I'm glad we went because it was only 4 of us and the tour guide! We took our time walking through the rivers, looking in caves, kayaking, and hiking. It was a quiet and calm adventure. So beautiful! The tour guide was also awesome! He found unique plants, flowers, bugs, and birds to highlight. The offered a ride to the location, life vests, and helmets. Everything else is up to you to bring- water, snacks. If we come back for vacay we may do this again!

Best tour and experience. We did the Cave TUBBING tour. It was a great and unique experience. Edwin…read morewas an amazing tour guide. He took his time to explain so much about the fauna and history of the place. We had a 7yr old with us and he was so patience with her. And let the teenager explore. We had so much fun and freedom in this tour. We were the only tour in the river. Definitely the extra-drive to get in Utuado vs. other similar tours in Arecibo.

So fun driving an ATV for the first time! Love my tour guide Jezed. I only took one star off…read morebecause I was getting eating alive by the mosquitoes and I have at least 12 huge welts. I booked the tour through Viator since we didn't have a car during this trip. Recommended to wear long sleeves that are good for hot weather, mosquitoes spray, face mask, eye protection for the dust and either shoes you don't care for or shoe covers with your shoes and bring water. They have a bar and restaurant if you want to eat there. It's definitely a great experience

I had an excellent time here! On a recent trip to San Juan, I participated in the horseback riding…read moretrail and it was the best time! I would definitely do it again! The horses are friendly! The farm is beautiful and the guides are great! When you arrive, look out for the signs to check in and there is a cool mojito bar as well! Wonderful experience!

Truly a breath taking experience!…read more This was is one of the best experiences we had in Puerto Rico! If you're looking for the typical tourist horseback ride, this isn't it. This is a rainforest adventure led by a woman and son who genuinely love their horses. You can immediately tell these horses are family, not money-making machines. They're happy, well cared for, and some are rescued. The horses we rode were great listeners and sure-footed. The short ride through the beautiful mountain slopes to just being surrounded by an incredible rainforest was absolutely breathtaking, the sounds of the rainforest seem to talk to your soul. We stopped at the river where the cold rushing water flowing over the rocks felt like natures version of tub jets. It was the perfect way to cool off. We enjoyed the cove built where tiny freshwater shrimp naturally gather. We put our feet in, and the mini shrimps gently nibbled away the dead skin. It was like getting a free pedicure right in the middle of paradise! This wasn't just a horseback ride. It felt like being welcomed into someone's home and experiencing a piece of Puerto Rico with people who truly care about the land, the river, and especially their horses. As if the experience couldn't get any better, we returned to the barn, She invited us on her deck/porch where she served us fresh water and tropical fruit from the trees on her property. oSitting there, enjoying juicy fruit with that incredible view, was the perfect ending to an unforgettable day. I would recommend this experience to anyone visiting Puerto Rico. We can't wait to come back!

I went on the horseback riding though the rainforest adventure in April 2023. The location of La…read moreVista Rides is what appears to be the owner's home, with horse stables and some other animals. My group of 3 were the only ones on the ride which was nice. We rode down a fairly steep, winding path on the horses to the river. At the river we were able to walk across rocks to get to a swimming area. We stayed there for about half of the time. After the ride, she gave us mango and coconuts to have on her porch with a great view of the rainforest. There were some opportunities for good pictures, but unfortunately we don't have any of those because the owner, Amy, took pictures for us and said she would send them to us. After the fact, she said she wouldn't send them unless we paid her for them, which was not what she had communicated during the ride. She also sent a link to tip her or send her more money in exchange for the pictures. This is after we paid $100 per person for the experience. I would recommend looking at other Horseback Riding experiences. I was put off by the interactions with the host and lack of professionalism.

This place is FUN!!! We didn't pay two excursions here. One was ATV/UTV tour and the other was…read morehorse back riding on the beach. First we loved our tour guide Mikey he was fun and friendly, he was knowledgeable and knew the area. We went on a two hour tour that brought us to a few spots for pictures along with a river to take a dip. He drew on us with rocks! lol we stopped at a small restaurant with some food for purchase and pina colada's with a bunch of cats! They had a restroom too. Overall the experience was worth it we spent about $600 for a family of 4. On a separate day we went on horseback to the beach. It was fun but crazy!!! These horses are trained but definitely have a mind of their own. It POURED the entire time. But this excursion is rain or shine! There is a weight limit and shoe requirement. We stopped a a bar that had drinks and food this was a very well organized place. Overall highly recommend! Things to know: bring cash to tip the workers, wear closed toed shoes, have face coverings and glasses for eyes, bring towels and change of clothes to leave in your car. Bring cash or card for food, drinks and souvenirs. Bring cat treats to feed the cats!

I enjoyed the experience overall. We chose the ATV-only package, which was $70, and it was a decent…read morevalue. The experience started with about 30 minutes of instructions and getting set up, followed by an hour riding through the rainforest. One thing I really appreciated was that we stopped to take photos something I haven't experienced on similar tours before, so that was a nice touch. We also had a quick 10-minute stop for food before wrapping up. We went on Sunday. Nice sceneries The only downside was that our tour guide kept commenting on how fast or slow we were going. Since it had been a while since I last rode an ATV, I was a bit jerky at times, so that felt a little unnecessary. Other than that, I liked the experience and had no major complaints.

I originally posted this review a few months ago, but on their old page. I'm just te-posting it…read morehere on their new page: It is no longer called Rancho Buena Vista. It is now called Hacienda Buena Vista. It is located in the same place in Palmas del Mar. Just follow the signs to the Equestrian center. They now have a website (haciendabuenavista.com), as well as FB and IG pages. This makes it so much easier to reach them and get up to date info. Before it was a hassle. You can reserve a tour via phone or the website. Unfortunately, we didn't know this. I was used to the old ways of just showing up. We wanted a pony ride for our son. I'm sure they will take walk-ins if there's space available. Not this time. It was Sunday, which seems to be their busiest day. Plus they were short staffed. They told us they didn't have anybody available for another 40min. My wife didn't want to wait that long so we left. Next time. The guy suggested we reserve for Saturday which is less busy. I'll keep that in mind when making a reservation. In addition to horseback riding and pony rides, they also offer a stable tour and bike rides. They also breed and train horses. I believe they also giving riding lessons. Just ask.

We had the most incredible day! The guides were soooo fun, they were such a great vibe. And the…read morehike was incredibly gorgeous, the cave tubing was something I will never forget. It really was an adventure of a lifetime!

We had an amazing time at Westside Adventures in Arecibo. Our group of 22 varied in ages of 13- 54…read more This was the most fun we've had in all the years we have been coming to Puerto Rico . The tour guides - Warren ,Alberto,Joshua,Kevin, Jaime &Henry made sure our safety was #1 priority. They helped us through the hike which was one hour or so, through zipline ( it's actually not scary,it was very fun), they 10ft jump into the water in caves ( I'm so scared of heights and I jumped and survived ), they tube rafting which was amazing and being inside the caves rafting- something i have wanted to do for years and everyone was mesmerized by the beauty of it all and the experience. I would suggest to not wear watershed as the hike is very slippery when ground is wet. Also, your shoes need good grip and will 100% get muddy or ruined . Also good shoes prorext your feet from all the trecking through the water and rocks you will have to climb over. The climb and descent is very exhausting and rigorous if you've never hiked,so stay hydrated. Bring snacks for after and 100% buy a waterproof phone cover as your phone will get wet. You can hose off after the tour is over at their location . Oh, and the guides do carry water and snacks for sale too in case u forget to bring. Overall, this has truly been a great group adventure and we would love to make it a yearly tradition. Also make sure to tip your guides.

Great and fun snorkeling trip! Staff was super friendly. I was able to book it last minute online…read moreafter another company cancelled with no fuss which is great -- this company also appears to be one of the few that offer prescription snorkel/dive masks in various prescription strengths - that was a lifesaver for my daughter who has poor vision without her glasses! So not only did she get a snorkel trip, but she could SEE the coral reefs!

Went with Rincon Diving for my first ever dives to complete the Open Water Certification. I had…read moresuch a great learning experience with Adam that I returned a month later for my Advanced Certification. Grateful to him for sharing what he has learned in his many years of diving to check off the required skills, help me feel comfortable with the gear right off the bat, and for his awesome attitude. Can't wait for the next trip!

Spectacular views, with scenic stops. The ride is about 4 miles each way, it was my second time…read moredoing this tour, the first time I was 7 months pregnant. The guides are amazing, such great personalities, included in the ride they take photos and videos of you all along the way, they even create a visual montage at the end and airdrop all assets to you. I loved this experience and would def do it again!

We were very lucky to find this amazing place just a couple of days into our two month stay in…read moreIsabela. Since, we have been there for breakfast, lunch, dinner, music/drinks, and bicycle rentals, and we always leave with a big smile from the experience. This is not your every corner "chinchorro", so, don't get discouraged by the surrounding bars and experience all this great jewel has to offer. Everything on the brief menu is very fresh and delicious. The owners, Frances and Jesus, treat you like family and go out of their way to make sure you have a great experience every time. The ambiance is relaxing, friendly and very welcoming. Every Saturday evening they have a guest group that plays great traditional tropical latin music with a jazzy touch, not to be missed. If it sounds like I love this place its because I do :)