Activities & Tours: Central Valley

White Water Rafting

Upper Balsa River White Water Rafting Class 3/4 in Costa Rica

The balsa river is the best white water rafting choice in the northern area of Costa Rica this great class 3 &4 on the upper part, Balsa River for an adventure you won’t forget anytime soon! Stop along the way to rest a bit, do a little swimming, and enjoy some fresh Costa Rica fruit. After white water rafting, you will get a clean towel and a water bottle, and we’ll take you to a local restaurant to have a Costa Rica style lunch Daily tours leave at 08:30 am from La Fortuna for our Class IV White Water Rafting Adventure on the Balsa River and includes round trip transportation from local La Fortuna hotels, all equipment, guides, fruit on the river, towels, water, & costarican lunch. We come back to La Fortuna town at 13:30. This tour is appropriate for anyone with 5 years and older.

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based on 1469 reviews

See Details → Duration :5 hours
From $85

Balsa River White Water Rafting class 2/3 in Costa Rica

This 2.5-hour journey with your professional guide down a lush Costa Rican river offers the thrill of big waves and excitement for the whole family. Navigate 10 kilometers of white water rapids, stop along the way to rest a bit, do a little swimming, and enjoy some fresh Costa Rica fruit. After white water rafting, enjoy a Costa Rica style lunch at a local restaurant.

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based on 1060 reviews

See Details → Duration :5 hours
From $68

Sarapiqui River White Water Rafting Class IV

The Sarapiquí River is one of the most exuberant rivers in the area with continues rapids class 4 and 3 for over 2 hours, with lots of wildlife during the descent like sloths, monkeys, toucan’s and more. This river is considered a Natural Monument of Costa Rica due to its nature and cultural history. The 3,739-hectare La Selva Biological Station is located in this region, one of the three most important neotropical ecological research and conservation stations in Costa Rica, owned by the Organization for Tropical Studies. In simple words you can enjoy the adrenaline and nature offered by our rafting tours, inside one of the most important biologicals territories in the world.

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based on 618 reviews

See Details → Duration :5 hours
From $85

White water rafting class II & III

White Water Rafting Class II & III!! A fun combination of whitewater thrills and areas where the water is docile enough to jump in and go for a swim. This is perfect for a family adventure and for beginners. Wildlife abound in this section of the Balsa so keep an eye out for sloths, iguanas, howler monkeys and a vast array of tropical birds. However this trip is not all about relaxation. The rolling, tumbling class 2-3 rapids will be enough to bring laughter and excitement to the whole family. The trip will be guided by our awesome and safe guides that could make a puddle of mud fun. As with every trip, there will be one stop for locally grown, organic fruits and another stop for an authentic Costa Rican lunch, you’ll also learn about the growing, harvesting, production of chocolate, medical plants, fruits and sugar cane.

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based on 453 reviews

See Details → Duration :6 hours
From $65

White Water Rafting Class III & IV

Rafting Class III & IV The grandest canyon of the Balsa River, experience the excitement, serenity, joy and enchanting beauty of the river as it transforms this divine chasm and those who venture down it. You will be accompanied by expert river guides and safety kayakers,You’ll combine exciting rapids with the chance to admire beautiful nature. Once to enjoy our fresh locally grown tropical fruits and again for a delicious, authentic Costa Rican Organic lunch, you’ll also learn about the growing, harvesting, production of chocolate, medical plants, fruits and sugar cane. Finally, you will learn about sugar cane in Costa Rica. Your guide will help you extract sugar cane in a traditional fashion, and you’ll get to enjoy a glass of pure sugar cane juice. A sweet ending for an amazing adventure!

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based on 782 reviews

See Details → Duration :6 hours
From $85.13

Whitewater Rafting Class 2-3 Balsa River from La Fortuna

Paddle through Class II and III rapids on this fun white water rafting tour down the Balsa River in Costa Rica. On this 2-hour trip downriver, your guide will lead you through the easy and exciting rapids that flow through Costa Rica rainforest. Keep an eye on the land and sky for monkeys, sloths, and birds. After rafting, reward your efforts with a scrumptious lunch at the famous Hunters and Gatherers restaurant next to the El Salto Swimming Hole and waterfall. Bonus: If you want to hang out later at the swimming hole, no worries. Hotel transport to and from La Fortuna area hotels and lodging is included.

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based on 239 reviews

See Details → Duration :4 hours
From $85

White Water River Rafting Class II-III from La Fortuna-Arenal

After receiving instructions by your certified guides, practice your rafting skills before embarking on this rafting tour. Paddle along the scenic, and exciting Balsa river. Stop along the way for lunch, fresh fruits, beverages, or to take a refreshing plunge in the Balsa River.

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based on 427 reviews

See Details → Duration :6 hours
From $91.81

Mambo Combo Canyoning and Rafting near the Arenal Volcano

The Desafio MAMBO COMBO Canyoning & Rafting adventure is one of the most-popular full-day tours in Costa Rica. There are very few places in the world where you can rappel down incredible waterfalls and raft down an exciting jungle river. Start by doing TripAdvisor's top experience Lost Canyon Adventures canyoning and then head out to raft the fun Class 2 and 3 Balsa River. And to top it all off, you get an all-you-can-eat all-natural, tropical buffet lunch at Desafio's Hunters and Gatherers restaurant right next to the famous El Salto swimming hole of the Río Fortuna.

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based on 86 reviews

See Details → Duration :6 hours
From $175

Waterfall Rappelling and White Water Rafting

On this combo you'll experience two of La Fortuna's most exciting tours - Pure Trek Canyoning & White Water Rafting! You'll start in the Pure Trek canyon, rappelling down tropical waterfalls, rock climbing, hiking, and participating in a Monkey drop (zip line & rappel). After canyoning you'll enjoy a quick snack and then head to the Balsa River for white water rafting. This river provides the perfect mix of nature viewing and excitement. After rafting you'll head to a local restaurant for a delicious Costa Rican style meal.

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based on 63 reviews

See Details → Duration :8 hours
From $185

White Water Rafting Class II & III in the AFTERNOON

White Water Rafting class II & III A fun combination of whitewater thrills and areas where the water is docile enough to jump in and go for a swim. This is perfect for a family adventure and for beginners, this adventure the plus is that is closer than any one just a 30 minutes away from La Fortuna is the only one that you can really have a clear view of the volcano and even the famous Cerro Chato that is next to the Arenal volcano. Leaving at 14:00 everyday. Turning back at 18:00 Includes: transportation, fruits, adventure guide. This adventure is special for families, beginners or people that just want to do white water rafting in the afternoon. This is going to be very exotic like nothing before with the best views you can imagine.

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based on 110 reviews

See Details → Duration :4 hours
From $70

Combo Arenal Rafting and Canyoning Adventure

Combine the best 2 adrenaline adventures from Arenal Volcano, in one single package. On this combo you will explore rainforest, waterfalls, rivers and canyons, using high quality equipment and the support of specialist on white water rafting and waterfall rappelling. This will be your best family adventure of Costa Rica.

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based on 32 reviews

See Details → Duration :8 hours
From $160

Whitewater Rafting Sarapiqui Class 3-4 from La Fortuna

Take a rollicking ride down Sarapiquí River on this white-water rafting tour from La Fortuna. A guide leads your group down Class III and IV rapids that have names like the Terminator and Dos Locos. Take a riverside snack break at the halfway point and after you're done riding the rapids, refuel with lunch at a local restaurant. Bonus: Pickup and drop-off from La Fortuna hotels are included.

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based on 88 reviews

See Details → Duration :6 hours
From $112

White Water Rafting Balsa River |Class II &III From Arenal

This Family friendly white water rafting adventure is a great option for all levels of rafting. Enjoy a fun filled 2 hours on the the river followed by a great locally prepared lunch.

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based on 3 reviews

See Details → Duration :6 hours
From $82

White Water Rafting class V

Get pumped for a challenging descent into a lush rainforest canyon that will stimulate your adrenal glands to the max. We are the only rafting company that offers the opportunity to run this exhilarating and scenic stretch. Afterwards, we will proceed to the river, a stretch that is considered one of the most technically challenging commercially run rapids in Costa Rica. You will be accompanied by expert river guides and safety kayakers. There will be two breaks from the heart pounding rapids to refuel. The first stop will be along the river, where we will enjoy some fresh fruit. The second stop will be for an authentic Costa Rican lunch, you’ll also learn about the growing, harvesting, production of chocolate, medical plants, fruits and sugar cane.

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based on 53 reviews

See Details → Duration :6 hours
From $150

White Water Rafting (Class III) with lunch - Arenal Area

The northern zone of Costa Rica is blessed with the most beautiful landscapes and incredible rivers for rafting. With an excellent level of water throughout the year, Balsa River will allow you to enjoy the best rafting experience if you're a novice. If you are an expert you will enjoy it the most, thanks to its beautiful surroundings, challenging rapids, and good waves that may request you a good maneuver from time to time. Best of all: just 30 minutes from your hotel in La Fortuna.

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based on 82 reviews

See Details → Duration :5 hours
From $89.27

Activities & Tours: Central Valley

Upper Balsa River White Water Rafting Class 3/4 in Costa Rica

Balsa River White Water Rafting class 2/3 in Costa Rica

Sarapiqui River White Water Rafting Class IV

White water rafting class II & III

White Water Rafting Class III & IV

Whitewater Rafting Class 2-3 Balsa River from La Fortuna

White Water River Rafting Class II-III from La Fortuna-Arenal

Mambo Combo Canyoning and Rafting near the Arenal Volcano

Waterfall Rappelling and White Water Rafting

White Water Rafting Class II & III in the AFTERNOON

Combo Arenal Rafting and Canyoning Adventure

Whitewater Rafting Sarapiqui Class 3-4 from La Fortuna

White Water Rafting Balsa River |Class II &III From Arenal

White Water Rafting class V

White Water Rafting (Class III) with lunch - Arenal Area

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