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 pickup from your hotel in Arenal, there will be a 50-minute drive to the white water rafting site. This natural setting has been a transport route since pre-Columbian times and will host our rafting trip.

Following a safety talk from our expert guides, we will embark on our rafting experience through class II and III rapids, including "Superman," "Ay Caramba," and "Confusion," suitable for both beginners and experienced rafters.

The white water rafting trip will last between 1.5 to 2 hours, contingent on daily river flow. As we navigate the Costa Rican jungle, we will witness gorges, canyons, and waterfalls along the river, feeling the refreshing spray of water.

Wildlife sightings may include monkeys, toucans, and other tropical species. Following the trip, participants will receive a beer or juice before returning to hotels, with an approximate total duration of 4.5 hours post-pickup.

Advanced Rafting

For experienced rafters, an advanced-level option is available, featuring class III and IV rafting.

Activity Schedule

Beginners' rafting: 10:30 am to 3 pm, on Sarapiqui or Balsa River based on availability.Advanced rafting: 10:30 am to 6:30 pm, conducted on the Sarapiqui River.

Hotel Pickup

Transfers to and from main hotels in La Fortuna are included. Additional charges apply for other locations:

Zone 2: Arenal Lodge, Lost Iguana, New Moon, Chachagua, 39.95 USD each way (45.20 USD from December 15).Zone 3: Leaves and Lizards, La Mansión, El Castillo, 35 USD each way (56.50 USD from December 15).Zone 4: Nueva Arenal Hotels, 56.50 USD each way (79.10 USD from December 15).

Balsa River Rafting & Abseiling

For those interested in more rafting experiences, a rafting and abseiling activity on the Balsa River is available.