Cruise some of the world's finest whitewater on one of several rafting expeditions offered from your hotel in Arenal. Regardless of the season, whitewater rafting trips are available thanks to unprecedented amounts of rainfall accumulated in the northern lowlands.
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Whether you are looking for a calm, smooth ride for tranquility and wildlife viewing or for raging rapids on an adrenaline pumping whitewater expedition, your rafting dream awaits you.
Choose from the following options, all of which provide spectacular scenery and a tropical setting:
Sarapiqui River, Class 1 & 2:
Bring your camera and be prepared to spot as many as 25 different bird species on this relaxing, scenic voyage on the Chilamate and Puerto Viejo Section of Sarapiqui River.
Sarapiqui River, Class 3:
Enjoy a full day rafting adventure on the La Virgen and Chilamate Section of the Sarapiqui, maneuvering through more than 20 rapids in natural whitewater. For beginner and advanced riders.
Sarapiqui River, Class 3 & 4:
Enjoy a thrilling ride down class 3 and 4 rapids on the San Miguel and La Virgen Section of the Sarapiqui during the rainy season, which will dare even the most experienced riders to show what they've got.
All tours can leave from either La Fortuna or San Jose and include food and drinks.
Choose from the following options, all of which provide spectacular scenery and a tropical setting:
Sarapiqui River, Class 1 & 2:
Bring your camera and be prepared to spot as many as 25 different bird species on this relaxing, scenic voyage on the Chilamate and Puerto Viejo Section of Sarapiqui River.
Sarapiqui River, Class 3:
Enjoy a full day rafting adventure on the La Virgen and Chilamate Section of the Sarapiqui, maneuvering through more than 20 rapids in natural whitewater. For beginner and advanced riders.
Sarapiqui River, Class 3 & 4:
Enjoy a thrilling ride down class 3 and 4 rapids on the San Miguel and La Virgen Section of the Sarapiqui during the rainy season, which will dare even the most experienced riders to show what they've got.
All tours can leave from either La Fortuna or San Jose and include food and drinks.
See links below for online tour reservations - e-mail
sarapiquiriverwhitewaterrafting@anywherecostarica.com with questions, or
call toll free (888) 456-3212 for reservations.
Also see other contact options for information, reservations, and group sales.
Rafting Sarapiqui River Pick up & drop off from Arenal Times and Booking
| Tour Name | Start Time | End Time | Duration | Booking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full Day Tour | 09:00 AM | 02:30 PM | 5.30/hrs | Times & Booking |
Rafting Sarapiqui River Pick up San Jose Drop off Arenal Times and Booking
| Tour Name | Start Time | End Time | Duration | Booking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full Day | 07:30 AM | 02:30 PM | 6.45/hrs | Times & Booking |
Rafting Sarapiqui River No Transport Times and Booking
| Tour Name | Start Time | End Time | Duration | Booking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full Day | 10:00 AM | 02:00 PM | 4.30/hrs | Times & Booking |
Rafting Sarapiqui River Pick up Arenal drop off San Jose Times and Booking
| Tour Name | Start Time | End Time | Duration | Booking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full Day | 09:00 AM | 02:30 PM | 5.30/hrs | Times & Booking |
Rafting Sarapiqui River Pick up San Jose Drop off San Jose Times and Booking
| Tour Name | Start Time | End Time | Duration | Booking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full Day Tour | 09:00 AM | 02:30 PM | 5.30/hrs | Times & Booking |
