Top Central Valley Float Trips - page 2

Recharge your energies and live the perfect combination of nature and adventure to the fullest. Just a few kilometers from Tenorio Volcano National Park, where the majestic Celeste River originates, we welcome you to an unforgettable experience. Let yourself be carried away by the gentle stream downstream while enjoying the vibrant green of the forest and the blue of the natural pools. Our expert guides will be with you at all times, guiding you through exciting rapids, taking you swimming in the best spots and capturing the most memorable moments. The adventure continues as local wildlife joins the show: monkeys, birds, sloth bears and more could be part of this magical tour. At the end of the journey, our team will welcome you with a delicious snack, the perfect snap to cap off this unique experience before returning to the starting point. Get ready to connect with nature, fun and adventure on the Celeste Tubing River Tour!

Embark on a full-day tour at Río Celeste, a magical combination of hiking and tubing for an unforgettable experience. Start with a hike through lush tropical forests, where vibrant flora and curious fauna accompany every step. Reach the impressive Rio Celeste waterfall, whose heavenly blue waters offer a mesmerizing view. The adventure continues with tubing through the gentle currents of the river, surrounded by the lush tropical landscape. After the exciting activities, enjoy a delicious Costa Rican lunch that captures the essence of local flavors. This full-day excursion perfectly combines the excitement of outdoor exploration with quiet moments in nature. The vivid memories created against the backdrop of the beauty of Rio Celeste will last long after the adventure concludes, making for a day full of charm and vibrant experiences.

Thanks to its warm waters and lushly forested shores, the Pacuare River is widely considered one of the most beautiful rivers in Costa Rica. This white-water rafting tour from San Jose is a fun and exciting way to experience the river in just one day. Go up against class III and IV rapids along with a guide who helps you spot wildlife like blue morpho butterflies, sloths, and toucans along the way. Then, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before heading back to San Jose.

Not all sloth tours in Costa Rica are created equal. At Outdoor Explorer Costa Rica, we operate on a private reserve in Bijagua de Upala where every wildlife encounter is 100% natural — no animals are disturbed, touched, or stressed for the sake of a photograph. Our certified naturalist guide identifies over 500 bird species by call alone, turning every rustle in the canopy into a discovery. But what truly sets us apart is what happens after the rainforest walk. You board a float and glide silently across a private lagoon covered entirely in living vegetation — waterbirds landing inches away, wild orchids on the banks, the sounds of the jungle surrounding you completely. Two experiences in one visit. Two- and three-toed sloths in their natural habitat. Then the only floating lagoon wildlife safari in Bijagua. Small groups. Flexible times 8am to 4pm. A guide who genuinely loves what he does. This is responsible wildlife tourism — and the Costa Rica most tourists never find.

You don’t need any technical expertise to enjoy the rushing rapids of Arenal RIver on this tubing tour from La Fortuna. Grab a helmet and high-quality tube for a wild ride down the river, looking out for wildlife along the way. Afterward, have a chance to learn about local culture on a visit to a Maleku village.

Book our fantastic and exciting tubing tour at Blue River in Río Celeste zone! Perfect for all persons, but very safety and comfortable for the kids! These 5km down at the blue river gonna be unforgettable! Don't forget make a reservation and enjoy the adventure! The tour have a brake at one of the most beautiful natural pool of we have at the zone, at these natural pool you can swim, and if you want jump in a Tarzan swing! And if you like, you can ask to the guide for the volcanic clay, that's are included in the tour!

We created a unique activity that will let you see animals such as howler monkeys, toucans, sloths, egrets, and much more on an easy morning river float. After the river, we will visit a family to enjoy a delicious breakfast to finish our morning half-day adventure.

Leave La Fortuna and head toward the river, passing through the charming towns of El Tanque, Los Ángeles, and La Vega. Along the way, make a stop at El Molino, where you'll have the chance to visit a local fruit stand and try some delicious and colorful seasonal fruits. Arrive at the River, a perfect spot for enjoying nature and spotting a variety of birds, insects, and reptiles. Change clothes if you wish, and receive the necessary gear and safety instructions before starting the adventure. Spend about 1 hour and 30 minutes on the river. At the end of the route, take a break to refresh and enjoy some fresh fruit. After that, rinse off and change into dry clothes if you'd like, while the equipment is packed up. Begin your journey back home. Once you arrive, get dropped off at your place of rest, hoping you've had just as amazing a day as your guide did.

This tour is one of the Top River Adventures in Costa Rica. Pacuare River is considered a world class river for the practice of whitewater rafting, even for beginners or professionals who need practice for international tournaments. It is located about 2.5 hours from San Jose. This scenic ride from San Jose is just spectacular, with beautiful views of rainforest and small villages along the way. The lodge, where you will stay overnight is enchanting. It is located right in the middle of a pristine rainforest. The rooms are rustic but have all the comfort for living a deep nature encounter. Paved trails are available to all those who want to explore the area and see the abundant wildlife species of the area such as howler monkeys, toucans, sloths and many more.

Rafting day in one of the best rivers to practice this sport, the Pacuare. Valid for any level, if you have not done it before, you will learn and if you have already done so you will enjoy it again. Departures from any hotel in San José. Includes breakfast and picnic lunch on the river. We will pick you up at your hotel in San José to travel to the Pacuare River. Upon arriving at the operations center we will wait for you with a delicious breakfast to gain strength. Once equipped and after the safety talk, we will launch in 6-person rafts for 4 hours along the river sailing class III and IV rapids. Halfway we will have a picnic to eat and continue to the operations center again. Once finished, we can change before returning to San José, we will leave you again in your hotel

Immerse yourself in the beauty of Volcan Tenorio National Park with a thrilling combo of hiking, tubing, and a delectable lunch. Trek through lush rainforests, witness exotic wildlife, and indulge in the turquoise waters of Rio Celeste on a tubing adventure. Finally, replenish your energy with a delicious lunch amidst the tranquil surroundings. It's an unforgettable experience that combines adventure and culinary delights in one remarkable day.

Our 100 percent local and certified guides will not let you miss any details during the tour. They'll make you see things that are beyond your normal vision, things you don't even imagine are there. You will see diversity of birds, mammals, reptiles and flora. Our tour is a sensory experience in the crystal clear waters of the Sarapiqui River. Here you can experience emotions such as: peace, connection with nature, adrenaline, harmony and breathing fresh air.

Explore the Arenal River area on this guided tour. Learn about the Maleku, an indigenous people of Costa Rica, and their culture, medicine, and traditions, then go on a thrilling tubing adventure where you'll navigate the rapids of the river. Plus, take a refreshing dip in the thermal mineral pools.

Enjoy an amazing raft the personalized ride through the calm waters of the Peñas Blancas River. Delight in observing a great diversity of flora and fauna accompanied by our naturalist guide. During our expedition we will observe monkeys, sloths, alligators, iguanas and many species of birds. Relax listening to the magical sounds of nature and also enjoying a delicious snack of tropical fruits and drinks.