Tubing in Rio Celeste
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La Fortuna, Costa Rica
- 2 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Exploring riverside areas by yourself can be dangerous, especially in an unknown area. This Celeste River Tubing Experience lets you float down the river in a group with a guide who knows the river well. You’ll catch sight of the beautiful landscape as you tube. Plus, a helmet is provided for safety.
- Tube down the Celeste River in Costa Rica
- Take in sights of the beautiful landscape as you relax
- Snacks are included in case you get hungry during your experience
- Multiple tour times offered daily for easy booking
What's Included
- SnacksFruits.
- Safety equipment (Helmet and lifejacket)
- Towels.
- Private transportation from the starting point to the river.
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Hotel Sueño Real Rio CelesteContiguo a restaurante La Jarra, Provincia de Alajuela, Katira, 21504, Costa Rica
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.What To Expect
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Rio Celeste
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 18 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
Angelica_D
Fernando was an amazing tour guide. He was very helpful and educational. We felt very safe the entire time and had a blast. We definitely recommend this tour for anyone coming to costa rica. The water was beautiful to tube down as it was a very blue color. We would definitely do this tour again and recommend him to others. We also saw a sloth on our tour spotted by him. My husband and I had such an amazing time!
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Steve_P, Aug 2026
Great experience would recommend to any family! The instructor was really excellent and friendly so the whole family enjoyed it.
Kim_D, Aug 2026
Had a great experience tubing in Rio Celeste. Was well worth the value and found it to be very relaxing. Went during rainy season so waters were not quite turquoise color and would classify it more of a class 2 rapids but felt safe throughout. Highly recommended for solo or groups.
Emma_H, Aug 2026
I had the opportunity to take this tour in a very small group, and it was a lot of fun. Alonso was an awesome guide. He made sure that it was a good time while also making sure we were safe. I really recommend taking this tour!
Randy_M, Aug 2026
We had a great experience! Gathering at Hotel Sueno Real rio celeste was convenient. The tour seemed to be offered in collaboration with the hotel. (I could leave the car key safely there) The bus with tubes on top was on time. As a family of 5 we had 2 guides.
The first part of the tour we did attached to each other in groups of 3 and 4. After a break, where we enjoyed a tarzan swing, we could go each on our own. The guides where very caring for the kids. One went a bit downstream to make pictures with our own phone, very nice.
All in all we can highly recommend this one.
Yasmine_K, Jun 2026
Fantastic experience. Our guide was great and we felt very safe. He knew the river well and pushed us when we needed to get around a rock or whatever. Super fun area to stop and swim in.
Ivy, Jun 2026
We had an amazing time. My kids (teens) had a blast and even told me they wanted to do it again. Our guide was friendly and respectful, he made sure all of us were safe while having fun. Highly recommended to anyone!
Marion_F, May 2026
This was such an amazing tour, the instructor, Alonso, was extremely knowledgeable about the river and his country. He made the experience so welcoming and was a fantastic teacher. We had a great time tubing, the rapids weren’t super crazy so it would definitely be good for families. The color of the Rio Celeste is absolutely insane, I’ve never seen a color so beautiful! 10/10, I’m definitely booking with them on my next trip out here!
Philip_W, May 2026
Our guides were amazing! We had very experienced to very nervous people in our group and they did a wonderful job making everyone feel comfortable. We were also able to see howler monkeys and a sloth on the tour.
Matthew_C, May 2026
It was a great time, I would definitely recommend. We were the only two in our group but the max size is four so we got to know our guide well. We saw howler monkeys and many birds as we went down the river. There was a rope swing as well which was very fun!
Vanessa_K, Apr 2026
It was such a beautiful, fun, and serene experience. The water was perfect and beautiful. We would definitely do it again!
NaTasha_S, Apr 2026
Tubing was fun, the water was so beautiful. The rainforest around it was equally beautiful. We saw sloths, moneys, cows, and horses. We also saw beautiful birds and butterflies. It was low tide so the water was a little rough, but it was very relaxing for me.
Krystal_v, Mar 2026
Great morning floating down the river, saw a sloth and Fernando was a fabulous guide, he kept it fun and playful for the kids.
Elizabeth_E, Mar 2026
Had so much fun tubing the Rio Celeste with my 10 and 16 year old daughters. The water was low but it was still a lot of fun. A perfect mix of rapids and calm pools. My 10 year old loved the rope swing and our guide got the howler monkeys going for us at a stop. Definitely something you’ll want to do while staying in the area! There wasn’t any walking/hiking involved; my 10 yo is asthmatic and she’s had some issues on other excursions while here.
Julie_C, Mar 2026
We had a very good time and were grateful for the hard work of Fabian! We were able to sit back & take it all in. It was a beautiful trip down the river. The water is very cold so we did not play on the tarzan swing, etc because it wasn't hot out but it would probably be a very nice time if able. Would definitely recommend if you're in the area!
Carrie_F, Feb 2026
We went on this excursion as a family of six — with two 4-year-olds. Our guides, Fabian and Fernando, were fantastic. Took excellent care of us, including the kids who had a blast. Would definitely recommend!
Ambika_M, Jan 2026
Fernando was amazing ! I went with family, and not only did he show us sloths along the route, he did a lot of running around making sure we each had a great time rafting when we got stuck on the tubes. He showed us a mini cliff diving and even sulfur that he allowed us to put on our skin! Had a great time on this tour! Definitely recommend.
Anastasia_T, Jan 2026
Tubing the rapids of Río Celeste was one of the best experiences we had in Costa Rica! Our guide Fernando was attentive to safety, making sure everyone had a comfortable and smooth ride. He also added extra excitement by spinning our tubes!
During the tour, Fernando spotted an adorable sloth, and we spent time observing it, taking photos. We also had a lovely break in a peaceful part of the river where we could swim.
After taking multiple tours in Costa Rica, I can confidently say this one offered the most value and enjoyment. Fernando is an outstanding guide with a true love for nature and a very warm, welcoming vibe. I highly recommend this tour!
Eileen_C, Jan 2026
Amazing activity, loved every minute. Well organised. Fernando, Fabian and Antonio looked after us extremely well and felt very safe and looked after by all 3.
Chang_L, Jan 2026
We went with our 4 year old and 9 year old. It was a fun and relaxing morning. The staff works hard, Fernando helped our family moving along the rapids. He was fun and kind and spoke good english. The guide helping the other family did not speak english, but did a good job anyway. Would recommend if you're not looking for something very strenuous for yourself. My husband said he felt like a fat tourist sitting in the donut, letting the staff do all the work haha. We got fruits and towels at the end. Would recommend
Nicholas_R, Jan 2026
Super fun! A good mix of “rapids” and mellow floating. Fernando and Antonio did a great job, would definitely recommend.
Claire_R, Dec 2025
This was a fun day trip from the La Fortuna area! We had a car, so drove to the pickup point ourselves. You start at a little restaurant/motel where there are bathrooms for changing. They will give you a helmet and a vest, so we just wore bathing suits and water shoes. A van takes you to the starting point (you can leave all your belongings in there) and the tubing trip takes you back where you started. The water is gorgeous and very refreshing. There were only 4 of us--two couples--and our guide, and we had a blast. The guide switches you around, so you have a chance to be in the front if you are in back. There are some very calm parts and some little rapids, but nothing crazy at all--just very relaxing. We were hoping to see some animals in the trees, but it wasn't our day for that. We did stop mid-way to find some hidden frogs, though, and then it rained for about 10 minutes which was kind of cool. The guide put some mud on our faces and we got some cute pics (phone in waterproof case around my neck). We jumped from the Tarzan swing into the water and had some time to just enjoy ourselves in the calm areas. When we got back to the starting point, they provided fresh watermelon, pineapple and papaya--yum! I would totally recommend this trip if for nothing else just to see the water.
Bill_M, Dec 2025
Jefferson and Franando were excellent guides. River and surrounding area were awesome. We drove 3 hours to get there from Tamarindo. Much better roads than beach areas. We worth the 6 hour round trip
Isha_P, Dec 2025
Tubing on the river with Fernando was hands-down one of the highlights of our trip. From the very beginning, he made the experience incredibly fun, welcoming, and interactive. Fernando has such a kind and positive energy—you can tell he genuinely loves what he does and cares about everyone in his group.
He kept us engaged the entire time, talking with us, joking around, and making sure everyone was comfortable and having a great time. We felt completely safe throughout the whole experience, and thanks to his guidance, not a single one of us tipped over!
Dewayne_M, Dec 2025
Very nice, not scary and a cool ride down the river. Our guide was awesome and funny. Good for someone worried about rafting.
Milena_M, Dec 2025
Our two guides were amazing!!! They made the trip excellent and were very knowledgeable and helpful when my boyfriend fell off his tube. We would 100% do it again and recommend it to anyone!
Angelica_D, Dec 2025
Fernando was an amazing tour guide. He was very helpful and educational. We felt very safe the entire time and had a blast. We definitely recommend this tour for anyone coming to costa rica. The water was beautiful to tube down as it was a very blue color. We would definitely do this tour again and recommend him to others. We also saw a sloth on our tour spotted by him. My husband and I had such an amazing time!
Melissa_F, Dec 2025
Water was a wonderful blue, Luis was on time and made the adventure a favorite of our trip. He even spotted two sloths and stopped to point them out for us.
Claire_L, Dec 2025
So much fun! Fernando was an excellent guide. We had a great time and saw a sloth at the end! Highly recommend!
cheryl_L, Dec 2025
Fernando will take good care of you and make sure you have the best experience ever! So much fun and a true Costa Rican experience!
Willum_H, Nov 2025
Fernando was amazing! Felt safe the enitire time. Also learned a ton about the river and ecosystem. Absolutely must do!
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