Whitewater Rafting Sarapiqui River, Costa Rica: Class II-III Rapids and Natural Wonders

Experience the adventure of rafting on the beautiful and clean Sarapiqui River in this 4-hour tour.

If you’re new to whitewater rafting or seeking something with moderate thrill, this section of river is perfect for you. Paddle down exciting rapids such as \

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Sarapiqui River - 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.
What's Included
  • Kayak and safety equipment rental
  • Certified instructor/tour guide
  • Transportation to and from base sites to paddling location
  • Tropical fruit and tropical coconut cocktail
  • Sugar cane tour
  • Self-guided botanical tour
  • Fruits, yucca snack, and sugar cane demonstration
  • Bath towel
What's Not Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Photos (available for purchase after the tour with additional price of $35) it’s not mandatory
Additional Information
  • Minimum age is 8 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…
Location
Sarapiqui Outdoor Center - Costa Rica
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.
Cancellation Policy

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

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Brittney_h
Jan 30, 2025
Great adventure - Jorge our guide was amazing! He was very knowledgeable and made sure we had a great time! The rapids were a blast and we had a small group which was a plus. The fresh fruit and other snacks were amazing! We even got to learn how to make sugar cane shots! Highly recommend this tour and company.
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Jo-anne
Jan 20, 2025
Fun! - Very good service and a great guide. Really enjoyed the thrill of the rapids and the beauty of the river and surroundings.
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J4870snkellyd
Jan 15, 2025
Really fun and exhilarating! - Experienced guide, felt safe. He pointed out animals for us. Afterwards they made us a nice local snack of fruits and baked cassava with fresh local condiments.
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Ben_finch
Jan 12, 2025
Super fun exciting rapids from a legit outfit. Safety taken seriously. - Super Guides, Thorough safety briefing, Exciting stretch of water, Super fun, Legit outfit, Wildlife surrounding the river was great, Snacks were a really good bonus, Great location. Pictures taken were another great bonus. Highly recommended.
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Ana_c
Jan 6, 2025
Amazing rafting experience - Amazing rafting experience, snacks and the best part was the super kind and fun staff of Sarapiqui Outdoor Center (10 out of 10). Tatiana was very welcoming and ensured we had everything we needed to have a great experience, David gave us a detailed and very clear safety briefing and took pictures during the whole experience, Felipe was our captain and wild life expert (spotting many animals together with David during the trip) and Hugo drove us smoothly back to the main base. After the rafting, we had a very tasty fruity snack and they showed us how to make sugar cane juice that we tried after. It definitely worths the money :)
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Kim_b
Dec 30, 2024
It is the BEST whitewater rafting adventure - David was an incredible guide! Rafting tour is off the beaten path and well worth the trip! The rapids were incredible and able to be expertly navigated with David’s guidance and when we weren’t in the rapids he was able to point out some of the beautiful wildlife along the way. Such a great adventure on our trip.
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Y1323itval_riem
Dec 30, 2024
Super family descent!!! To do - Very nice family experience. A descent with real sensations in white water. A big thank you to Jordy very professional and reassuring. Tatiana, David were very welcoming and particularly accommodating. We had a good time. To do without hesitation!!! Thank you again for this great time!! Valerie
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Sirhcb
Dec 28, 2024
Good rafting expérience - Great rafting on saripiqui river... strong safety brief, you feel safe... our guide David was very professional and very cool.. the run duration on water is a. 90 min for 10 km.... lot of good émotion and sensation... pura vida ..at end , they offer u a fruit plate and u can test the sugar cane juice...u can also let your belongs in their office...u can go w/o hesitation... all the best, the french family !
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Venezia_m
Dec 11, 2024
Great experience - This was one of the best experiences I have ever had! It was so much fun, full of adventure, and most importantly safe. It was my first time white water rafting, so I was a bit worried when booking a class 2/3 river, but it was so worth it. Miguel, our guide, explained everything thoroughly and communicated very well and always checked in on everyone. We also paid extra for the pictures, which were great! I would do this tour all over again
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Paigemq3990nn
Oct 20, 2024
Um, you HAVE to do this. Epic, gorgeous day. Run by an amazing family. - Wow. I spontaneously booked this tour/adventure and I can't say enough positive things. Jordi, David, and Tatiana and others were so so amazing and made my solo day INCREDIBLE. Apologies for forgetting a few of names of the folks who also helped make this day so easy and special. A few, high-level, call outs (although, again there is much more to gush about and even more I can't put to words) - Clean, gorgeous property at the Sarapiqui Outdoor Center. Learned this is a family business, passed down three generations. I could have spent all day just enjoying the grounds. -Super safe but FUN white water escapade with Jordi - he pointed out so much wildlife and helped me practice my Spanish, patiently, along the way. He was fun and chill, but also clearly took safety very seriously. - Great photos taken by another incredibly sweet human whose name is escaping me. - The "snack" that's included was prepared fresh upon our arrival (back at the property) and was actually a full freaking lunch (in my opinion). So so delicious. They even offered and made me a fresh coffee. Which was needed after a very physical couple of hours. - Another great surprise was getting taught how to juice sugar cane from a small, traditional grinder, after lunch. -David, the owner, was so warm, gracious and helpful. He picked us up where we got out and on the drive back, I got a mini tour through the town. He even pointed out where he went to school as a kid. <3 - Tatiana helped me with all the logistics throughout the day and was (again) so warm, helpful, kind and patient. She kept my car keys with her and met me with a clean towel. If I ever return to this amazing part of the globe, this family-run adventure will be the first on my list.
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