Rafting Sarapiqui River Class II-III Costa Rica

Recommended by 100% of travelers

San Jose, Costa Rica

3 hours (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Experience a thrilling day out on the Sarapiqui River with this half-day guided whitewater rafting adventure. Make your way to the base camp, then get transported to the river, where you’ll tackle more than 10 class II and III rapids with a certified rafting guide.

Go whitewater rafting on the Sarapiqui River
No experience necessary, suitable for beginners
Choose from morning or afternoon departures
Includes equipment, snacks, cookies, fruits, and towel

What's Included

All equipment
Certified Guides
Snack, Cookies, Fruits.
Towel
Transport in the tour

Transport from hotel
tips
Photos

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

9VV5+CV La Virgen
9VV5+CV5 Heredia Province, La Virgen, Costa Rica
La Virgen, Sarapiqui, Heredia, Costa Rica

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Sarapiqui River

3 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
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
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

Jacob_D

We had a wonderful experience on the river today! They provided my family with lasting memories and they were very affordable and friendly. I would defiantly do this trip again if I am ever lucky enough to get back here to Costa Rica! My son and I have been on at least a dozen rafting trips and this is easily at the very top of our experiences - it’s an adventure you don’t want to miss!

Reviews

5.0

based on 57 reviews

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Curtis_S, Nov 2025

Andres and Philippe were terrific. Make sure to jump in at the stop. I am 73 and had concerns, but it was fantastic. They took very good care of me.

Amazing river trip adventure with an amazing crew!

Jacob_D, Oct 2025

The best

Dominique_R, Oct 2025

The best tour guides ever!! Very funny & informative..great experience with these guys..you will not be disappointed..soooo much fun

Amazing tour

pdiaz26, Aug 2025

We had a great time on this tours one of our favorite on our trip . Family friendly tour for all ages. Even my mother in law that’s 76 was able to do it and had an amazing time . Highly recommend!

Response from Host, Aug 2025

Thank you 🙏

You should go do it

Obrianne_A, Oct 2024

Everything about the excursion was amazing. The tour guys was very informative and fun. I really enjoyed myself and left with no complaints.

Response from Host, Aug 2025

Thank you so much 😊

Great experience, highly recommended.

Mark_B, Aug 2024

Had a great experience rafting with these guys. They were very knowledgeable and we felt safe for the whole experience. After the safety brief we were on the water for a short practice. We then set off on a 12KM rafting experience down the river. We stopped for fruit and biscuits along the way. Overall we really enjoyed the 2 hr trip. Thank you Arturo and the team.

Amazing and Fun

James_G, May 2024

Arturo and Felipe were great guides. We had an incredible experience for our first time rafting. The rapids were just the right level for a beginner. I definitely recommend this experience for anyone curious about rafting.

Counting down the days to come back!

mariana_f, Jun 2023

Amazing first time experience. Our guides Andres and Felipe were wonderful, very attentive and great with the kids. Worth every penny!

Response from Host, Jun 2023

Thank you so much

Geweldig!

Sophia_H, Jul 2024

Het raften was een geweldig leuke ervaring en Felipe is een fantastische gids. Mooie foto’s gemaakt door José

Emoción en las aguas del Sarapiquí: Naturaleza, aventura y delicias en un solo viaje

Fernando_D, May 2024

¡Una aventura emocionante que superó todas nuestras expectativas! El rafting por el río Sarapiquí nos brindó una dosis perfecta de adrenalina y naturaleza. Desde el primer momento, nos vimos inmersos en rápidos emocionantes y paisajes impresionantes. Nuestros guías fueron excepcionales, no solo manteniéndonos seguros en todo momento, sino también compartiendo historias fascinantes sobre la zona y su biodiversidad. Los rápidos nos desafiaron, pero también nos llenaron de emoción y energía. Además de la emocionante aventura en el agua, también tuvimos la suerte de presenciar la vida salvaje en su esplendor. Durante el recorrido, avistamos monos juguetones, un perezoso colgando de una rama y aves coloridas revoloteando cerca. Para completar esta experiencia inolvidable, nuestros amables guías nos sorprendieron con un delicioso snack que incluía refrescante piña fresca, galletas y otros snacks energéticos, ¡un toque perfecto para recargar nuestras energías después de remar por los rápidos! Sin duda, una experiencia que recomendamos a todos los amantes de la aventura y la naturaleza.