Top San Jose White Water Rafting

Explore the Sarapiquí River on a guided white-water adventure from San Jose. After a convenient hotel pickup, embark on your journey to La Virgen de Sarapiquí. Plow through class-II rapids that are ideal for both a beginner and an experienced paddler. Enjoy incredible jungle scenery and wildlife on your 10-mile (16-kilometer) trip downriver.

Prepare to get wet and wild as you tackle the class III and IV rapids of the Sarapiqui River on this half- or full-day white-water rafting adventure from La Virgen. Marvel over the dramatic scenery and lush rainforest of the Sarapiqui canyon as you hurtle downstream, then re-fuel with lunch (full-day tour only) or refreshments by the waterfront. Best of all: the rapids are suitable for all abilities, including complete beginners, and anyone over 14 can give it a go!

Our small raft company offers a personalized whitewater rafting experience that is perfect for those seeking a more intimate adventure. Unlike larger companies, our small group sizes ensure that each participant receives individual attention from our experienced guides, allowing for a truly customized experience. Our experienced guides will ensure that your trip is safe, enjoyable, and tailored to your skill level, making it perfect for both seasoned rafters and first-timers alike. With our small group sizes, you'll have ample opportunities to take in the stunning natural scenery around you, spot wildlife, and really immerse yourself in the adventure. Join us for a whitewater rafting experience that is truly personalized and unforgettable. We can't wait to share the adventure with you!

With its cascading waterfalls and abundant wildlife, the Pacuare River is rightfully famous for its natural beauty. Paddle through the river gorge, navigating 52 Class II-IV rapids as you go, on this 12-hour trip from San Jose. Take in views of the tropical rain forest and wildlife such as sloths, parrots, and toucans as you ride the river (and your adrenaline rush) over the course of the day.

If you’re traveling from San Jose to La Fortuna/Arenal, get there the fun and adventurous way on a whitewater rafting tour and transfer. After pickup in San Jose, gear up for a thrilling ride down the class II and III rapids of the Sarapiqui River. Recharge over an included Costa Rican lunch before getting dropped off at your La Fortuna lodging to start the next chapter of your trip.

For those wanting a curated taste of rafting Costa Rica’s wild waters, look no further. With the team behind Hacienda Pozo Azul leading the way, you’ll tackle over eight miles of the Sarapiquí River, an ultra-scenic waterway cutting right through the rainforest. You’ll easily conquer Class II and III rapids with help from your water-loving guide, floating through miles and miles of lush, untouched green.

With one easy booking, you can easily add two family-friendly adventures into your Costa Rica vacation. Fly over the treetops on a zipline canopy tour, and then hit the rapids on a white-water rafting tour. All activities include a guide and high-quality safety equipment, so you can rest easy and enjoy the adventure.

Full day of Adventure and unique activities, it starts from when we pick you up at your hotel and take you to have a delicious typical Costa Rican breakfast, we take you to the banks of the majestic Rio Pacuare where the professional guides will help you to put on your safety equipment, and they give a safety talk about white water activity and instructions on how to row and work as a team. Begin your adventure going into the heart of the tropical jungle navigating this incredible river in the middle of this majestic tropical jungle, we have the opportunity to see wild animals such as river otters, Toucans, frogs with bright colors Morpho butterflies. We make a stop at a river beach where we will have lunch.After lunch we continue traveling the river until we reach our final point where our transport awaits us with our dry clothes, we return to their hotels in San José.

We will take you rafting down the best river in Costa Rica. The majestic Pacuare River. The scenery along the trip is unique and will leave you speechless as you observe the pristine rainforest bordering this beautiful river. Our guides are all local and have grown up in the environment, they share our love for nature, and it's protection.

Our small raft company offers a personalized whitewater rafting experience that is perfect for those seeking a more intimate adventure. Unlike larger companies, our small group sizes ensure that each participant receives individual attention from our experienced guides, allowing for a truly customized experience. Our experienced guides will ensure that your trip is safe, enjoyable, and tailored to your skill level, making it perfect for both seasoned rafters and first-timers alike. With our small group sizes, you'll have ample opportunities to take in the stunning natural scenery around you, spot wildlife, and really immerse yourself in the adventure. Join us for a whitewater rafting experience that is truly personalized and unforgettable. We can't wait to share the adventure with you!

Whether you’re a beginner or an intermediate rafter, whitewater rafting in a new place has unknown challenges you might collide with. Tackle those challenges safely with a guide and group during this Sarapiqui River Whitewater Rafting Experience from San Jose. You’ll cruise down more than 45 class III and IV rapids.

Experience a thrilling white-water adventure on a guided rafting trip along the Reventazón River. After a convenient hotel pickup, head to the river’s “El Carmen” area: a 10-mile (16-kilometer) run divided into two sections, one with intense rapids and one with mellow waters and scenic jungle views. Enjoy a picnic breakfast and lunch on a riverside beach included in the tour price.

The Sarapiqui River is a popular spot for white water rafting in Costa Rica with Class III and IV rapids. This tour is ideal for adventurers traveling between San Jose and La Fortuna—enjoy door-to-door one-way transfers and take part in an action-packed tour along the way. Admire views of the rainforest as you paddle along the river, tackle thrilling rapids, then enjoy a delicious lunch before continuing to your La Fortuna hotel

Costa Rica’s most beloved river has many tales to tell—and soon one could be yours. Departing San Jose, you’ll head for the waters of the Pacuare River, deep into the country’s wild, natural heart. Soon enough, you’re trained up and hitting Class II–IV rapids, navigating through canyons, gorges, and even past waterfalls, floating through second-growth forest, and experiencing one of the most biodiverse spots on the planet.

Shoot the rapids on the Pacuare River on this day tour from Turrialba. With a guide providing instruction and ensuring your safety, paddle down 18 miles (29 kilometers) of Class III and Class IV rapids through Costa Rica's lush landscape. Stop for guided hikes up waterfalls located in hidden canyons and at a base camp halfway for lunch. Learn about the surrounding ecosystem, flora, and fauna through your guides' commentary.

Prepare for a remarkable journey as you embark on the Pacuare River Expedition, a thrilling encounter with Costa Rica's untamed beauty and rushing rapids. This adventure promises an adrenaline-pumping experience combined with moments of awe-inspiring tranquility. Your exploration of the Pacuare River will be accompanied by the comfort of our expertly designed package, allowing you to delve deep into nature's marvels while savoring an overnight stay at our picturesque accommodations.

Experience some of the best Costa Rican nature adventures on this group combo trip, where you raft on the class II or III rapids on the Balsa River and then explore the forest with a bunch of activities over and through the treetops. Enjoy included hotel pickup and transport from San Jose to keep the day running smoothly, plus vegetarian lunch to keep you fueled up.