Sarapiquí River Family Rafting Adventure Class II & III

4.9 (200 reviews) San Jose, Costa Rica
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Duration3h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 24 travelers

Overview

This Class III rafting experience on the Sarapiquí River is ideal for families, first-time rafters, and adventure lovers looking for fun rapids balanced with moments to relax and enjoy nature.

Paddle through lively yet friendly rapids such as Superman, Codo del Diablo, and Mónica, while floating through calm jungle sections where you can swim, cool off, and take in the beauty of the rainforest.

Our internationally certified guides provide clear safety instructions and paddling techniques, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone. Along the way, they’ll point out wildlife, tropical birds, and native plants, helping you connect with the natural environment that makes Sarapiquí so special.

This experience perfectly reflects Sarapiquí Outdoor Center’s philosophy of Healing with Nature — combining adventure, relaxation, and cultural connection, and finishing with tropical snacks and a delicious local meal.

What's included

  • We’ll drive you to and back of the river
  • Insurances
  • Private parking lot
  • Lunch
  • International certified guides
  • All your safety equipment
  • WiFi
  • Safety instructions before the river
  • Tropical fruits and local root yucca snack(cassava)
  • Safety box
  • Dressings rooms
  • Lockers
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Photos and videos
  • Tips

What to expect

  1. Sarapiqui River
    3h · Admission ticket included
    One of the most beautiful Costa Rican River, well know for his rapid and easy accessibility that make the river the perfect spot for nature and white water lovers.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We are approximately ***2 hours*** away from the city of San José.
Take travel time into account, verifying that access routes do not present interruptions to avoid delays in tour departures.

End point

We are approximately ***2 hours*** away from the city of San José.
Take travel time into account, verifying that access routes do not present interruptions to avoid delays in tour departures.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Minimum age is 6 years
  • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
  • You will be required to sign a waiver upon tour check-in
  • Recommend you bring: Sunscreen, string or strap to secure your glasses, clothes to change into after the tour
  • Recommend you wear: Swimsuit, Shorts or long pants (for sun protection only - no jeans), tennis shoes or sandals with ankle straps (no flip flops), light rain jacket and/or polypropylene, wool shirts for cool or rainy days. Cotton T-shirts for sunny days only (they make you colder when wet)
  • A minimum of 2 adults per booking is required
  • For your safety, the 8.30 am schedule may change because the river level.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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