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Rafting Class II & III + Local Farm Lunch & Cultural Tour
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6 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in:
English
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Offered languages
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- English
- Spanish
It’s not just rafting, it’s a complete Arenal experience!
Enjoy family-friendly Class II & III rapids with certified bilingual guides, plus a fresh fruit riverside break, showers and refreshments after the float, and a local farm lunch with a cultural demonstration (sugar cane mill + coffee tradition). Adventure, nature, and authentic Costa Rican flavor—seamlessly in one tour.
What's Included
Fresh Fruits in the river
Delicious typical lunch
Professional guide
Equipment: Raft, Paddles, Rafting Vest and Helmet
Air-conditioned vehicle
Bottled water
Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
Alcoholic Beverages
Gratuities
Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Meeting and pickup
Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout
(multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:
Hotels outside of normal route may have an extra transportation charge.
o Arenal Lodge
o Lost Iguana
o Luna Nueva
o Bosque de Chachagua
o Chachagua Rainforest
o Tilajari
o Leaves and Lizards
o Observatory Lodge
o La Mansion
o El Castillo
o Rancho Margot.
o Nuevo Arenal Hotels
o Termales el Bosque
o El Tucano
o Lands in Love
o La Garza
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Meeting point
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What to expect
Enjoy the perfect mix of adventure, nature, and local culture on this Rafting Class II & III experience from La Fortuna/Arenal. Start with a convenient hotel pick-up and a scenic drive to our private river access, where certified bilingual guides lead a full safety briefing and paddling practice.
Then raft 13 km (8 miles) of fun Class II & III rapids on the Rio Balsa—ideal for families, first-timers, and anyone looking for an exciting water adventure. Midway through, relax with a riverside break and fresh tropical fruit, plus chances to spot wildlife like monkeys and toucans.
After the rafting, freshen up with showers and towels, enjoy a cold drink, and head to a nearby organic farm for a traditional Costa Rican lunch.
Finish with a cultural demonstration, including a visit to a sugar cane mill and a look into Costa Rican coffee culture, before returning to your hotel in La Fortuna.
Then raft 13 km (8 miles) of fun Class II & III rapids on the Rio Balsa—ideal for families, first-timers, and anyone looking for an exciting water adventure. Midway through, relax with a riverside break and fresh tropical fruit, plus chances to spot wildlife like monkeys and toucans.
After the rafting, freshen up with showers and towels, enjoy a cold drink, and head to a nearby organic farm for a traditional Costa Rican lunch.
Finish with a cultural demonstration, including a visit to a sugar cane mill and a look into Costa Rican coffee culture, before returning to your hotel in La Fortuna.
Additional info
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult and must be a minimum of 8 years old to take this tour
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
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Additional info
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- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult and must be a minimum of 8 years old to take this tour
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Weather dependent. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is flooding or other government river closure. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
- The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
- Participants will get wet, please dress ready to raft in bathing suit and shoes that will stay on feet. Flip-flops are not allowed
- Not responsible for items lost or damaged on river, please do not take anything on the river that you are not willing to lose
- Tour requires 1 adult minimum to book
Tags
Extreme Sports
Rafting
White Water Rafting
On the Water
Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
Short term availability
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
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Free cancellation
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- 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.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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