Overview
Introduce your students to the rich history, culture, and diverse ecosystems of Puerto Rico. In San Juan, explore landmarks like El Morro and Casa Blanca before heading beyond the city to discover Cueva Ventana and experience the island’s natural beauty. Your students will explore the tropical landscapes of El Yunque National Forest, zipline through the rainforest canopy, snorkel along a coral reef, and kayak through the glowing waters of a bioluminescent bay.
Itinerary
Day 1
Travel to San Juan, PR
Lunch
San Juan Course Leader-led walking tour
Immerse yourself in over 500 years of history, from the 16th-century forts to colonial churches, on this casual, walking tour of this colorful, historic city. Stroll the blue cobblestone streets, explore beautiful plazas, and the Spanish architecture.
Dinner
Day 2
Breakfast
Local cave visit
Venture underground into this subterranean limestone cavern, filled with ancient petroglyphs, stalactites, stalagmites, and even roosting bats. Your tour of this immense cave ends at a naturally-formed window that opens to a beautiful view of the lush Río Grande de Arecibo Valley.
Lunch
San Juan guided sightseeing tour
Visit El Morro, one of the oldest standing forts in the Caribbean, complete with tunnels and dungeons. Tour the largest Spanish fortification, San Cristobal, which served as a defense against pirates and invaders. Learn about colonial life and military strategies during the 16th to 18th centuries.
Dinner
Day 3
Breakfast
Island excursion and snorkel trip
Hop aboard a charter boat to a secluded beach on a nearby island where you'll enjoy lunch. Sail to a nearby reef, learn safe snorkeling techniques, and explore the colorful, bountiful marine life.
Lunch
Dinner
Day 4
Breakfast
El Yunque National Forest visit
Hike through this dense tropical forest for a truly sensory-filled experience. Admire the millennium-old trees while listening to the soundtrack of the chanting coquí frogs, and catch glimpses of the bright feathers of the Puerto Rican parrot.
Zipline canopy tour
Experience Puerto Rico’s natural beauty from a thrilling new perspective, with spectacular views of El Yunque Rainforest. Soar along ziplines, cross a canopy bridge, and take a short rainforest hike before relaxing at a scenic base camp. Please note: this activity has a maximum weight capacity of 230 lbs. and a maximum waistline of 42 inches.
Lunch
Free time at Loquillo Beach
Bioluminescent Bay excursion
Embark on an unforgettable experience while kayaking through this special bay of tiny bioluminescent dinoflagellates. Learn about these single-celled organisms that illuminate the water with a magical blue light. *Please note this activity has a maximum weight capacity of 220lbs.
Dinner
Day 5
Breakfast
San Juan Course Leader-led walking tour
Immerse yourself in over 500 years of history, from the 16th-century forts to colonial churches, on this casual, walking tour of this colorful, historic city. Stroll the blue cobblestone streets, explore beautiful plazas, and the Spanish architecture.
Lunch
Depart for home
Already Included
Transportation to and from your destination
Hotel accommodations
Meals (unless otherwise noted on your itinerary)
WorldStrides Course Leader - a dynamic destination expert who brings learning to life by leading your group's activities and discussions
Admissions to top attractions (details in itinerary)
WorldAssist staff members available 24/7/365 should your group need extra help
Free high school credit for students who choose to complete WorldStrides free online coursework post-program
Professional development credits (CEUs) for educators
Field Research Guide (Discovery Journal)
Scenes from Puerto Rico
Health & Safety
Additional health and safety measures may be available within your respective destination. Refer to your program-specific materials for complete details.
Financial Assistance
Financial Assistance
WorldStrides provides over $2.5 million in financial assistance each year to thousands of families. Families with annual adjusted gross incomes of less than $85,000 may qualify. One simple call to Customer Service and you’ll know how much may be available for your trip even before signing up. Please note: financial assistance is given on a first-come, first-served basis.
Payment Plans
Advantage Payment Plan
At program sign-up you can opt to pay in full, or break up the cost of your trip with the Advantage Payment Plan. This plan allows you to pay a small initial deposit, then have your remaining payments spread out into affordable monthly amounts.
EZPay
We offer an EZPay option, which is a simple way to pay for your WorldStrides program by scheduling hassle-free, automatic drafts from your checking account. With EZPay, you'll never be late or miss an installment.
Fundraising Tools
Our easy-to-use tools put students in the driver's seat of their own fundraising efforts. Students can send e-cards, share links on social media, and even send out printed letters through WorldStrides' Gift of Education program. In one click friends and family members can make a direct donation to the trip - with 100% of the money raised going to offset their trip price. Thousands of students pay for their entire trip each year through the Gift of Education.
Also, WorldStrides makes program-specific scholarships available as well as other scholarship resources. Ask your Account Manager for more information about scholarships and fundraising tools.