The Sarapiquí River is known as a rafting hotspot. These Class III and Class IV rapids offer significant technical challenges as well as lush, jungle scenery.

Your tour begins with a 1.5-hour drive through scenic pineapple, papaya, and yucca fields. On the day of the tour your guide will choose from several runs on two different rivers, depending on the conditions the weather and water conditions.

Upon reaching your rafting destination, your skilled guides will review the rules and safety guidelines before you take the plunge into the river. Guides on this tour are friendly and prepared to help you feel comfortable with your equipment.

Halfway through the trip you'll get to take a break on the scenic bank of the river. All together you can expect to spend between 2.5 and 3 hours on the river.

At the end of the journey your tour will continue to a restaurant, where you’ll eat a typical Costa Rican lunch, including gallo pinto (rice and beans), along with fresh fruit. When you emerge from the water your river guides will give you a cold drink and a dry towel. Before you eat lunch you’ll get to change clothes.

Please be advised that this tour is not possible for pregnant women, people who have had recent surgeries, people who have suffered recent injuries, and people with heart problems.

Arenal and San José rafting link: Round trip transportation from San José is not available.