Whitewater Rafting Class 2-3 Balsa River from La Fortuna

4.9
(297 reviews)
La Fortuna, Costa Rica

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4 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

Paddle through Class II and III rapids on this fun white water rafting tour down the Balsa River in Costa Rica. On this 2-hour trip downriver, your guide will lead you through the easy and exciting rapids that flow through Costa Rica rainforest. Keep an eye on the land and sky for monkeys, sloths, and birds. After rafting, reward your efforts with a scrumptious lunch at the famous Hunters and Gatherers restaurant next to the El Salto Swimming Hole and waterfall. Bonus: If you want to hang out later at the swimming hole, no worries. Hotel transport to and from La Fortuna area hotels and lodging is included.

What's Included

Local guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Use of safety equipment
Lunch
Photographer (photos available for purchase)
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

If you are staying at an AirBnB or rental home, please be sure to send us the exact location and GPS. We have an extra transport charge for hotels outside of our normal pick-up zone.

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Meeting point

We are happy to pick you up at your hotel or rental home, but you can also easily fin dour office in the center of La Fortuna, 100 meters West of the Central Park.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Experience an unforgettable day rafting on one of Costa Rica's top family-friendly rivers! Just 45 minutes from La Fortuna, the Río Balsa offers exhilarating class 2-3 rapids, perfect for adventure seekers, with the added thrill of spotting diverse wildlife along the way. This is more than just a rafting trip—it's a true Costa Rican adventure that promises excitement and natural beauty.

What’s included:
1) Access to exclusive private entrances and exits
2) Private restrooms and changing rooms for your convenience

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Not recommended for people over 65
Supplied by Desafio Adventure Company

Tags

Extreme Sports
Rafting
White Water Rafting
On the Water
Small Group
Excellent Quality
Low Supplier Cancellation Rate
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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