rafting

 
rafting & kayaking

Whitewater Rafting
Costa Rica offers some of the best whitewater in the world!! Take on thrilling rapids while descending scenic jungle waters that boast prolific wildlife, lush rainforest, and incredible waterfalls. From the novice paddler to the experienced boater; from half day trips to multi-day expeditions; from mild to wild; your adventure vacation to Costa Rica will not be complete without a day on the river with our guides.


Three of our favorite whitewater rafting trips:

Lower Pacuare
This adventure hitches a ride along the rapids of the lower Pacuare River Gorge. The 17-mile class III and IV stretch of river makes its way through lush jungle scenery with opportunities to explore nearby waterfalls and observe wildlife.

Top Pacuare
This expedition style whitewater rafting trip lets you paddle down technical class IV rapids, learn about the local native culture, and camp out under the stars deep inside the rainforest within the Cabecar Native American Preserve. We lead guests by horseback into the otherwise inaccessible river canyon - originally explored and descended by IAU guides.

Pejibaye Kayak Trip
This scenic kayak float trip is perfect for families with kids! The calm class I and II waters of the Pejibaye River offers scenic jungle, tropical atmosphere and is ideal for wildlife safari tours.


Wildlife Float Trips
Paddle down tranquil rivers that lead into otherwise inaccessible areas. Leisurely take in the lush tropical surroundings and enjoy the opportunity to paddle your own way along mangrove swamps, jungle canals and lowland rainforest streams. The easy to maneuver sit on top kayaks make for a non-intrusive way to approach the howler monkeys, crocodiles and three toed sloths.

Scenic Waterways:

Penas Blancas Safari Float
Float through the primary forest of the Penas Blancas River valley. Seventy species of birds as well as kinajous, howler monkeys and peccaries make their home along the river banks and are among the wildlife species you'll have a chance to observe.

Tortuguero National Park
Discover the extensive lowland swamp and rainforests of the Tortuguero National Park. We glide into the wildlife sanctuary aboard a private vessel that skims the silvery waters quietly. Travelling by small boat allows us to explore otherwise inaccessible waterways, making it possible to observe the abundant wildlife in this area. Possible sighting here includes ocelots, Scarlet Macaws, sloths, crocodiles, and troops of howler monkeys.

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