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White Water Rafting Pacuare River From San José

Location San Jose, Central Valley, Costa Rica
$121.00
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Overview

Get ready for a full day of adventure as you paddle through the heart of Costa Rica’s lush rainforest on the world-renowned Pacuare River. This exhilarating journey features 18 miles of Class III and IV rapids, perfect for both first-time rafters and seasoned paddlers (ages 12+).

Your day begins with an early hotel pickup in San José, followed by a scenic drive through Cartago and the countryside to Turrialba. Along the way, enjoy a delicious included breakfast before arriving at the river launch point.

After a safety briefing and gear fitting by your expert guides, the adventure begins! Navigate thrilling rapids like Huacas, Rodeo, Pinball, and Dos Montañas, with breaks to admire cascading waterfalls and the stunning rainforest. Midway, refuel with a riverside picnic lunch surrounded by nature.

At the end of your rafting journey, change into dry clothes and relax on the return drive to San José—tired, happy, and full of unforgettable memories.
White Water Rafting Pacuare River From San José
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 10 hours

Availability depends on seasonality and number of participants. Bookings can not be made for the same day. Please read our TnC’s.

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  • Special Option: °Vegetarian |° Gluten Free |Let us know if you have some special meal restriction |
  • Tour Guide
  • Breakfast
  • Transportation from Hotels in San José
  • Rafting equipment
  • Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
  • Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
  • Gratuities

  • Turrialba
    Fuel up with a hearty Costa Rican breakfast (gallo pinto, eggs, fresh fruit, and coffee) before heading to the river launch point.
  • Tres Equis
    Meet your expert guides for a safety briefing and gear fitting. This is where your rafting adventure begins!
  • Huacas
    A dramatic, narrow gorge with towering rock walls and lush vegetation. It's one of the most iconic and scenic parts of the river.
  • Pacuare River
    Numerous waterfalls cascade into the river along the route, especially in the canyon sections, creating perfect spots for photo opportunities and short breaks. Among the highlights is a thrilling Class IV rapid that rushes between two steep rock faces, offering both an adrenaline rush and stunning natural views. As you paddle through the dense jungle, keep an eye out for toucans, sloths, monkeys, and colorful butterflies that bring the rainforest to life. The river also winds through lands inhabited by the Cabécar people, Costa Rica’s largest indigenous group—an area not open to tourism but rich in cultural significance. Midway through the journey, most tours pause at a tranquil riverbank where guests can enjoy a fresh, scenic picnic lunch surrounded by the sounds and sights of untouched nature.

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
  • What to bring: Come with rafting clothes on (light shoes that will stay on, swimsuit, shorts, nylon shirt), sunscreen,water bottle, change of clothes, towel, insect repellent, some money for personal expenses.
  • Tour operate with a minimum of 2 people
  • Not persons under 12 years old
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This experience requires good weather.
    If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers.
    If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met,
    you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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    White Water Rafting Pacuare River From San José

    Location San Jose, Central Valley, Costa Rica
    $121.00
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!
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