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White Water River Rafting Class II-III from San Jose to Arenal

Playas del Coco · Guanacaste & the Gold Coast

White Water River Rafting Class II-III from San Jose to Arenal

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About this experience

Enjoy this family friendly, fun outdoor river rafting activity on your way from San Jose to Arenal. After receiving instruction by your certified guides, you'll practice your skills before beginning the tour. Paddle along the scenic and exciting Balsa River stopping along the way for fresh fruits, beverages, a chance to take a refreshing Balsa River plunge and lunch.

Description supplied by the tour operator via Viator.

Getting there

Hotel pickup in La Fortuna

Picks up at 49 listed locations, including:

  • Regina Hotel
  • Cabinas Lumbres Del Arenal
  • Hotel Destinos Arenal
  • Hotel Fuego Arenal
  • Luigi's Hotel
  • Pura Vida Hotel & Restaurant
  • +43 more

Pickup details are confirmed with the operator during booking.

Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.

Where

Wave Expeditions

What you'll do

  1. This exciting Class II-III white water rafting tour begins with your pickup at your hotel in San Jose. The bus may stop at other hotels to pickup fellow rafters. Storage above your seat is available for your backpack, change of clothing and toiletry items you might need at the end of the tour.  Along the route to the river bank you'll pass through fields of yucca, papaya and other plants. Have your camera ready, because your bathroom break is an awesome spot to get amazing photos of nature and iguanas. Once you arrive at the put in spot on the river bank, your guides and safety kayakers will instruct you on how to raft, teaching you the basic moves and rafting commands you and your rafting team will need to know before you begin the tour. Enjoy a wet and wild ride as you guide your raft down rapids such as “Magnetic Rock” and “Dredges” on your 2-hour trek down the beautiful and tropical Balsa River. Drink in the majestic foliage of the rain-forest as you watch for monkeys, sloths and toucans while you raft. Enjoy a swim, tropical fruits and cold drinks during your break from the action. A delicious, typical lunch is served at a traditional country estate designed for guests to truly experience Costa Rica’s peaceful country life. Come to understand the meaning of Costa Rica’s favorite saying, “Pura Vida!”  The rafting bus will take you to your Arenal hotel between 4 and 4:30pm.

What's included

Included

  • Fresh Fruits in the river
  • Delicious typical lunch
  • Professional guide
  • Equipment: Raft, Paddles, Rafting Vest and Helmet
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
2 more included
  • Bottled water
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)

Not included

  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • Gratuities
  • Souvenir photos (available to purchase)

Good to know

  • Easy physical level

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  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Minimum Age 8
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  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • Weather dependent. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is flooding or other government river closure. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
  • The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
  • Participants will get wet, please dress ready to raft in bathing suit and shoes that will stay on feet. No flipflops allowed
  • Not responsible for items lost or damaged on river, please do not take anything on the river that you are not willing to lose.
  • Not responsible for items left on bus from San Jose, please check carefully before getting off bus
  • Tour requires a 2 person minimum to book

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

The operator may cancel for poor weather, with a full refund or reschedule.

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