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Surely no other land contains as much paddle whitewater per square mile as Costa Rica.!
Enjoy a one day or a Multi-day tour of pure white water rafting. Pure adrenaline for the adventurous traveler.

PACUARE RIVER
Location: Tres Equis to Siquirres Class III-IV

The Pacuare River is one of the top five rafting rivers in the world for its scenery and rapids. This quintessential tropical river is a trip of pure magic, unsurpassed beauty, wildlife and exhilarating rapids. Located on Costa Rica's Atlantic slope, the Pacuare River borders the Talamanca mountain range, home to native Cabecar Indians and an incredible variety of wildlife. After an early morning pickup from your San José hotel, you will drive by private, comfortable bus to our Operations Center for a delicious, typical Costa Rican breakfast. Once at the river at our private put-in, you'll raft 16 miles deep in the heart of densely vegetated gorges, past gushing waterfalls, serene pools and pounding rapids, in one of Costa Rica's most impressive primary rainforests. On the river you will raft by Ríos Tropicales Lodge, where guests stay on two and three-day trips. Intimate and charming, the lodge blends naturally into the forest on our 1,000-acre private reserve, with waterfalls and pools.
After an adrenaline-packed afternoon running rapids like Upper and Lower Huacas, Cimarron, Dos Montanas and many more you are ready for a hearty lunch at the Ríos Tropicales Operations Center. At the operation center you can shower, buy souvenirs and enjoy you favorite tropical drinks. On the return trip to San José, you wi'll enjoy remarkable views of Braulio Carrillo National Park and Irazú Volcano. This unforgettable trip will easily be a highlight of your stay in Costa Rica!

REVENTAZON RIVER
Location: (Florida) Class II-III, Pascua IV, El Carmen I-II

This section of the mighty Reventazón River is some of the fastest and best 10 miles of Class III rapids you'll ever paddle! If you're a first-time or experienced paddler looking for the excitement of big waves, hydraulics, and stunning scenery, then this trip is for you.The drive from San Jose takes you through the impressive Braulio Carrillo National Park, past rainforest and waterfalls across the Continental Divide to the Caribbean side of the country.At our Operations Center you will have breakfast, there are bathrooms, changing rooms and an area to buy last minute needs. After your safety orientation, the first rapid of the day will set the pace for more to come. As your raft rounds each new bend in this dam-controlled river, you'll be greeted with yet another breathtaking view of the Reventazón Valley. Look forToucans, kingfishers, Herons, tanagers, Iguanas and bright green "Jesus Christ" llizards.After a fun and exhilarating day of big waves, hydraulics and stunning scenery, you'll finish your trip with a stop at our Operations Center for a delicious hot lunch, showers, optional drinks and souvenir store before the return trip to San José. This one-day adventure is unforgettable!

THE COROBICI RIVER
Location: CaÑas – Guanacaste Class: I- II.

This classic float trip is perfect for any tourist, especially birdwatchers and nature lovers. The scenery and wildlife along the Corobicí are legendary. As you leisurely raft along this tranquil river, you might spot one of the more than 300 species of birds from the nearby Palo Verde National Park. Among the more commonly seen birds are Ospreys, Kingfishers, Cormorants, and Blue Tiger and Boat-billed Herons. Other wildlife in the area includes Otters, Howler Monkeys, White-Faced Monkeys, Iguanas and many other types of lizards. A delicious native-style lunch will be served at La Pacifica Resort after you finish rafting.This is the calmest rafting trip in Costa Rica, suitable for everyone from children to the elderly, and is a must in combination with your additional tours to Guanacaste beaches or Monteverde.

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