White Water Rafting Upper Naranjo River (Chorro section, Dec. 15th - May 15th)
Recommended by 100% of travelers
Quepos, Costa Rica
- 4 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Feel your adrenaline levels soar during a white-water rafting tour on the Upper Naranjo River, home to rapids of class III and above. Go where traditional tour vehicles can’t as you admire riverside scenery that usually off-limits, and paddle in a small group limited to only 15 other adventurers.
- Quench a thirst for adventure on a white-water rafting tour
- Challenge yourself to paddle in Class III rapids
- Stress-free hotel pickup and drop-off are included
- Opt to go cliff jumping to complete the big adventure
What's Included
- Transportation (pick up at hotel, air b&b, or vacation rental)
- Equipment (life vest, helmet, paddle and raft)
- Snacks (snack, fruit, juice water and cookies)
- Driver/bilingual guide
- Safety kayaker (goes down the river with the raft for extra safety)
- Safety briefing (complete safety instructions about rafting)
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
Meeting and Pickup
You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup
What To Expect
1
Playa Manuel Antonio
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- What to bring: extra bottled water, sun block, water shoes or sneakers (Keens or Tevas work great, no flip flops), sun glasses and straps, swim suit, towel, change of clothes, a little money just in case, camera
- A minimum of 2 people per booking for the morning 7 am tour is required
- A minimum of 3 people per booking for the afternoon 12 pm tour is required
- A maximum of 15 people per booking
- Largest life jacket fits a size 52" chest
- Minimum age is 10
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 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
Eva_G
This was my favorite part of the entire trip. Me and my boyfriend were lucky enough to be the only people so it was a very personal experience. Our tour guides were amazing. We could really tell how passionate and proud they were of their country because they were so excited to inform us about everything they could (wildlife, terrain, weather, culture). The rafting itself was just the most incredible experience ever. Mel told us when and how to paddle. It was bursts of intense rapids followed by serene floating which was perfect because it gave us the chance to take in the gorgeous views and identify nearby wildlife. It was a key experience that really put me in touch with nature. They drove us to and from our hotel, took awesome photos which we purchased, had snacks and fresh juice for after and even picked some fruit from a tree for us to eat. It was the first excursion we did in Costa Rica and nothing even compared to it. I truly can not wait to come back and do it again. Book this right now I promise you will not regret it.
Reviews
5.0
based on 185 reviews
Carlee_O, Apr 2026
Both the guides were phenomenal. It was clear they had excellent technical skills. Highly recommend though would say if our kids were younger (17&15) probably the Chorro section would have been a bit much for them (late March/early April). High thrill level but also felt safe throughout.
Michael_M, Mar 2026
It was awesome. Guides were great and we had a blast! Went with family members and friends. Guides showed us all safety measures and it made the rafting fun easy.
Heath_H, Mar 2026
Damien and Mel were amazing guides through an amazing section of the river! The trip was exciting yet felt very safe for my son and I. Highly recommended!
Julia_T, Feb 2026
AMAZING white water rafting!! Perfect for beginners but super exciting too! The whole team was amazing from start to finish, and we saw more nature on the ride there than in the national park we went to! We never felt unsafe at all when going down the river, and it was our first time rafting! The food at the end was delicious, and we loved the optional cliff jump (feels way higher than it actually is!) Everyone speaks perfect English too! Would be the ideal experience for anyone looking for a little adventure on their trip!!
Miriam_P, Feb 2026
My favorite experience in all of Costa Rica! We had so much fun on our rafting tour. It was adrenaline filled, but we felt very safe the whole time.
johng_k, Jan 2026
Excellent day on the river with wonderful guide Mel and his son Joshua. Not too rough for senior citizens yet plenty of exciting moments. Highly recommend
Arieh_L, May 2025
This activity was a lot of fun. The team were super friendly (Mel, Landon, Joshua and Jasper) and we felt very safe at all times. Highly recommend to anyone looking for some thrill in their trip. Pura vida! ✌️
James_M, Mar 2025
Damien and his team are fantastic . We had a wonderful adventure! The guides were skilled and personable.
Joyce_M, Mar 2025
Had an excellent time on the river. The hosts made us feel safe the whole time. This was more personalized as it was just me, my husband and our guide in the boat. Would definitely recommend for a fun adrenaline rush!
Mariah_D, Jan 2025
I booked a last minute rafting trip while in Manuel Antonio and am so happy I did! We had such a great time! The canyon you travel through is so beautiful and the rapids were super fun and thrilling. The guides are very knowledgeable and make sure you feel safe a confident before you set out. My husband fell out and was back in the boat in no time! Would highly recommend!!
Brian_C, Jan 2025
These guys (Mel, Landon, and Joshua) were awesome. We booked a last minute tour. They were friendly and we got to run some gnarly rapids. We had great conversation. Landon was our raft guide today and he really knew his stuff about the local water ways. They got lots of pictures for us too!
Oscar_L, Jan 2025
Had a great experience with excelent service and great guides! Damien, Lando and Joshua made created a wonderful day on the Naranjito river.
Kelli_M, Dec 2024
My husband has done Class 5 rapids and requested something more than a scenic float for our family so we chose this tour. This is way better than a boring safari tour! The rapids are a real ride - even my husband was impressed - but Mel and the guides kept us safe and having fun. Plus, this was some of the most beautiful scenery we’ve come across in Costa Rica. My teenagers in one boat and my husband and I with our 10 year-old had a great trip.
Teresa_O, Dec 2024
The staff was absolutely excellent in every way. They worked hard to ensure our family had a great experience from picking us up in Quepos, through the rafting adventure, and dropping us back to our hotel. The river was beautiful but technical, so we were glad to be with such a competent crew! Damian, Mel, Ruben, Landon, and Joshua are a great team. We highly recommend this group!!
Nicole_M, Dec 2024
This was an amazing experience! Damian, Landon, Joshua, and Mel were absolutely fantastic! The best guides! Our family of 6 (kids are 19, 16, 14, and 11) is an adventurous crew and we only had 1 experience with white water rafting up until this point, and it was on a fairly mild river. The upper section of the Naranjo River was wild and definitely gave us the thrill we were seeking! Our guides were extremely technical and guided us through every rapid! If you’re looking for an exhilarating white water rafting experience with the ultimate tour guides, you’ve come to the right place! It was the best tour we purchased in Costa Rica! We enjoyed Damian and his crew so much, we’ve also decided to do waterfall tour with him!
Eva_G, Jun 2024
This was my favorite part of the entire trip. Me and my boyfriend were lucky enough to be the only people so it was a very personal experience. Our tour guides were amazing. We could really tell how passionate and proud they were of their country because they were so excited to inform us about everything they could (wildlife, terrain, weather, culture). The rafting itself was just the most incredible experience ever. Mel told us when and how to paddle. It was bursts of intense rapids followed by serene floating which was perfect because it gave us the chance to take in the gorgeous views and identify nearby wildlife. It was a key experience that really put me in touch with nature. They drove us to and from our hotel, took awesome photos which we purchased, had snacks and fresh juice for after and even picked some fruit from a tree for us to eat. It was the first excursion we did in Costa Rica and nothing even compared to it. I truly can not wait to come back and do it again. Book this right now I promise you will not regret it.
Wendy_C, Mar 2024
The rafting was so much fun! Mel was a great guide, very knowledgeable and friendly. The area was beautiful, somewhat shaded, and the river was fast.
Darren_H, Feb 2024
Mel and Damian were awesome tour guides. We had a blast during the whitewater rafting tour. If you're looking for some adrenaline rush activities while in costa rica, look no further.
nicole_r, Jan 2024
What a great way to spend xmas day. My family and I enjoyed our excursion down the river. If you're a thrill seeker not afraid of adventure, this event is for you. Note this section of the river is not for the faint at heart. These guys are highly experienced rafters. Therefore, you're in great hands.
Scott_G, Mar 2022
Guides were fun and great. Run was super fun. Great for a fun adventure. Company is top rate. Very knowledgeable about the area. I would do it again. Thank you for the fun time.
Response from Host, Apr 2022
You are very welcome. It was our pleasure. Pura vida!
Michael_B, Mar 2022
From pick up to drop off this tour was amazing. My wife and I did the adrenaline-filled churro section of the river that we highly recommend to anyone looking for an adventurous white water rafting trip. Thanks to our knowledgeable and professional guides we were able to navigate some large rapids and drops with confidence, at no time did we feel unsafe due to the guides and safety kayak. The safety kayaker doubles as a professional photographer for the trip, his photos can be purchased at the end of the trip, these are just a few of the 70 pictures that we received.
Response from Host, Apr 2022
Thank you for your review. We take pride in our commitment to make our guests feel safe while enjoying some adrenaline filled rapids. Pura vida!
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