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Whitewater Rafting in Costa Rica

Rolling with the Rapids

Costa Rica is known for its whitewater rafting. Whatever your skill level (class I - IV+) there is a river adventure for you. There are many beautiful scenic routes perfect for anything from adventure rafting to calm safari floats, so contact us to arrange the best tour for you and your family.

Tours & Packages

• Multi-day (two, three and four day) tours with professional guides and overnights at luxury rain forest lodges will make your Costa Rica adventure unforgettable.
• Read about our Rafting Day Trips from San Jose

When to Go?

If you're into wild river runs then rafting in the wet season (June thru October) is definitely for you. But if you prefer a calmer ride you're better off hopping into a raft in the dry season (November to April). Some rivers are only open seasonally. Contact us for details.

Popular Rafting Rivers:

• Pacuare River
• Reventazon (Pejibaye) River
• Sarapiqui River
• Naranjo River

Where to Do It?

San Jose (Central Valley) Area, including Turrialba

Check out our rafting day trips from San Jose.

Pacuare River (class III - IV+)

The Pacuare River is one of the top rafting rivers in the world and it offers the perfect blend of nature and adventure. There are 52 rapids in all, but who's counting.  Rafters will pass by the beautiful 150' Huacas Waterfall and through pristine rain forest. Multi-day trips are available on the Pacuare. Contact us for more info.  

Reventazon  (Pejibaye) River (class II - III)

The Reventazon River is ideal for nature lovers and family adventures Read More...

Sarapiqui River (class II - IV)

For a more challenging ride, come to Sarapiqui de Puerto Viejo where the Sarapiqui River offers world class rapids. The upper (IV) part of the river is for adrenaline junkies and lower sections (I & II - III) are a bit more mellow. However, a super tranquil safari adventure is available as well where you can see a multitude of wildlife:

• Caiman
• Crocodiles
• Monkeys
• Sloths
• Birds

Let us set up the perfect tour for you.

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Central Pacific

Naranjo River Chorro Section  (class IV January - May)

This is a seasonally run river (May - December) located near Manuel Antonio and is a non-stop action filled paddle. It is for experienced paddlers and hard-core adventure lovers only.

Savegre River Rafting class II, II and IV  (*)

Tours depart from Jaco, Los Suenos, Quepos and Manuel Antonio. 

Arenal / La Fortuna

• Day trips on the Rio Toro Class III - IV
• Half Day Rio Balsa (class II - III) rafting trips
• Safari Floats (class I) on the Penas Blancas River for all ages. Great for wildlife viewing
• Contact us to arrange a tour from Arenal

South Caribbean

Trips on the Pacuare and Sarapiqui Rivers are available from Puerto Viejo, Cahuita and Manzanillo. Contact us for your reservation.

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Tubing

The best tubing is done on the Rio Negro, close to Rincon de la Vieja National Park. Tours include a horseback ride thru the forest and then a 90 minute tube ride down the rapids. Contact us for your reservation.

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