White Water Rafting in Arenal

Ride the rapids of the Sarapiqui or Balsa River at full speed through the Costa Rican jungle. A real adventure!

White Water Rafting Details

After picking you up from your hotel in Arenal, we'll set off on the 50-minute drive to the location where the white water rafting will begin. This natural paradise has been utilized for transport since pre-Columbian times and will serve as the backdrop for our rafting trip.

Once our expert guides have given us a safety talk, we'll climb onto our rafts and embark on our incredible rafting experience through the white water. We'll face class II and II rapids, including "Superman," "Ay Caramba," "Confusion," and many others with equally exciting names - suitable for both beginners and advanced rafters!

The white water rafting trip will last between an hour and a half and two hours, depending on the river flow, which varies daily. As we navigate through the Costa Rican jungle, we'll admire the spectacular gorges, canyons, and waterfalls along the Sarapique or Balsa River, feeling the spray of water on our skin.

With a bit of luck, we'll also spot some local wildlife like monkeys, toucans, and other tropical creatures along the river - making for an exciting afternoon experiencing Costa Rica's wild side!

At the end of the rafting trip, we will return to dry ground where you'll be offered a refreshing beer or juice before we head back to the hotels. After a full day of adventure, we’ll take you back to your hotel in Arenal around 4 and a half hours after the pickup.

Advanced Rafting

Are you a rafting expert? We suggest opting for the advanced-level activity, which includes class III and IV rafting. Prepare for an amazing experience!

Activity Schedule

Beginners' rafting: starts at 10:30 am and concludes at 3 pm. The activity will take place in the Sarapiqui River or Balsa River, depending on availability and season.Advanced rafting: starts at 10:30 am and finishes at 6:30 pm. This option will take place exclusively in the Sarapiqui River.

Hotel Pickup

The tour includes pickup and drop-off at the main hotels in La Fortuna. If your accommodation is located elsewhere, a supplementary charge will apply on the day, which varies based on location:

Zone 2: Arenal Lodge, Lost Iguana, New Moon, Chachagua Forest, Chachagua Rainforest, and Tilajari, 45.20USD supplement each way.Zone 3: Leaves and Lizards, La Mansión, El Castillo, Observatory Lodge, Rancho Margot, and Lands in Love, 56.50USD supplement each way.Zone 4: Nueva Arenal Hotels, Termales el Bosque, El Tucano, 79.10USD supplement each way.

Balsa River Rafting & Abseiling

If you enjoyed the rafting experience and would like to try it again, consider exploring rafting and abseiling activities on the Balsa River in Costa Rica.