White Water Rafting

White Water Rafting is a great way to experience Costa Rica. With its mountainous topography, Costa Rica offers rafting opportunities throughout the country with a wide variety of rivers. Choose exactly the kind of trip that best meets your needs and interests, from family-friendly easy to moderate whitewater all the way to intense Class IV+ whitewater for the most hardcore enthusiasts.

Pacuare River Class III – IV

With rapids ranging all the way up to Class V, the Pacuare is easilly Costa Rica's premier White Water Rafting river. National Geographic called it one of the World's Top 10 River Trips, not just due to its challenging rapids, but also because of the stunning scenery that lines its shores. This river is intended for experienced and adventurous rafters. Multiple day trips are available to combine the exhilarating rafting adventures with exploration of waterfalls, hiking trails and natural springs along the way.

A one day excursion begins with an early morning pick-up from your San Jose hotel. You will then be taken for a lovely, typical breakfast before continuing on to Tres Equis, where you will begin your river adventure.

Before embarking, your knowledgeable bilingual guide will explain all safety instructions. The group will then proceed down the picturesque river and have lunch on a riverbank. The total river time is around five hours. Your rafting excursion will finish with transportation back to your hotel.

Pacuare River Rafting Is Possible From: San Jose,
La Fortuna, Sarapiqui, Carate. Tour includes: breakfast, lunch, round trip transportation, all safety and boat equipment.

Sarapiqui River Class II – III

Winding through a region known as the land of "Eternal Spring" the Sarapiquí River offers some of Costa Rica's most vibrant and lush tropical scenery. The free-flowing river has its origins in clear mountain streams that tumble down through thick rain forests to finally join the crystal waters of the beautiful Sarapiquí. Verdant forests stretch right up to the river's sunny banks.

This narrow, low-volume river is ideal for white-water novices and families, all of who will enjoy its moderately flowing rapids interspersed with tranquil stretches. The journey also is excellent for bird-watchers and other nature lovers. The river stretches its way through lush vegetation giving shelter to hummingbirds, toucans, woodpeckers and scores of other native bird species. This classic tropical river experience should not be missed!

Sarapiqui River Rafting Is Possible From: San Jose, La Fortuna, Sarapiqui. Tour includes: breakfast, lunch, round trip transportation, all safety and boat equipment

Balsa River Class II – III

People of all ages will enjoy the excitement and thrill of white water rafting on this half day adventure to the Balsa/San Carlos River. Rapids along the Balsa River are graded class 2-3 and is a great option for families and beginners.

White Water Rafting begins with a transport from any Arenal area hotel and a short drive of 30 minutes to the location. Rafters will spend up to 2 exhilarating hours of white water action with your guide passing scenic forests and the lush Costa Rican landscapes. At the San Carlos bridge you can enjoy a swim and a cold Costa Rican style ”Michelada” beer (or soda) and some fruits and snacks.

The Balsa River Tour includes: Transportation to and from your hotel, bilingual certified guides, towels, lunch, fruit and snacks on the river and river drinks.

Departs: 10:00-10:30am and returns at 3:00/3:30 pm