Pick up time: 6:00 a.m. aprox.
Departure time: 6:00 a.m. approx.

Experience the emotion and adventure of the rapids, an explosion of emotions, the scenery and vegetation are wonderful, and the power of the waters will take you to a great adventure.

All equipment will be supplied and a specialized guide will instruct you in how to handle the river’s strong currents.
(Breakfast and lunch included)
                      
Suggested gear: camera, water sandals or tennis shoes, suntan lotion, towel and a change of clothes.

a. Reventazon River, class III
Departure time: 6:00 a.m. approx
Length 10 hours

If you're a first-time or experienced paddler looking for the excitement of big waves, hydraulics, and stunning scenery, then this trip is for you. The Florida section of the mighty Reventazon River is some of the fastest and best 10 miles of Class III rapids you'll ever paddle!

The drive from San Jose takes you through the impressive Braulio Carrillo National Park, past rain forest and waterfalls across the Continental Divide to the Caribbean side of the country.

At our Operations Center you will have breakfast, there are bathrooms, changing rooms and an area to buy last minute needs.

After your safety orientation, the first rapid of the day will set the pace for more to come. As your raft rounds each new bend in this dam-controlled river, you'll be greeted with yet another breathtaking view of the Reventaz�n Valley. Look for toucans, kingfishers, herons, tanagers, iguanas and bright green "Jesus Christ" lizards.

After a fun and exhilarating day of big waves, hydraulics and stunning scenery, you'll finish your trip with a stop at our Operations Center for a delicious hot lunch, showers, optional drinks and souvenir store before the return drive to San Jose. This one-day adventure is unforgettable!

b. Pacuare, class VI
Departure time: 6:30 a.m. approx
Length 10 hours

The Pacuare River is rated one of the top rivers in the world. You’ll experience the intimate nature of the rainforest via the river. The warm water, cascading waterfalls, and opulently lush rainforest with its brilliantly colored plants, animals, and birds make this trip exquisite for your senses.

Located on Costa Rica's Atlantic slope, the Pacuare River borders the Talamanca mountain range, home to native Cabecar Indians and an incredible variety of wildlife, including parrots, toucans, deer, jaguars, ocelots, monkeys, butterflies, and more. Add in the exciting Class III -IV whitewater rapids and you have a tropical adventure packed with rich experiences that last long after you’ve returned home. You'll raft from San Martin to Siquirres for 14 miles on exciting Class III-IV whitewater.

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