Top Central Pacific Rafting

Barrel down the Naranjo River on a half-day guided adventure for seasoned paddlers. After a convenient hotel pickup, travel into the Quepos mountains with a professional, first aid- and mountain rescue-trained guide. Get your thrills with steep drops and rushing rapids. Marvel at the lush scenery and enjoy a homemade lunch included in the tour price.  

Navigate the white-water rapids of the Tenorio River on this tour from the Playa Hermosa area. After learning rafting commands and being outfitted with a rafting vest and helmet, head down the fast-moving river that includes a famous 12-foot (3.65-meter) waterfall drop. Plus, spot monkeys, lizards, and native birds in the surrounding land along the way.

Get your adrenaline pumping with this half-day rafting package that includes a two-hour ATV tour of 'Extreme Vista'. Choose to double down and do both activities in a single day, or spread them out over two depending on your schedule. This fun-filled adventure is sure to excite and totally customizable.

Battle Class III rapids while looking out for sloths, howler monkeys, and more on this rafting trip down the Savegre River from Manuel Antonio. A professional river guide and safety kayaker ensure a fun and safe trip for beginners and experienced rafters alike.

Feel your adrenaline levels soar during a white-water rafting tour on the Upper Naranjo River, home to rapids of class III and above. Go where traditional tour vehicles can’t as you admire riverside scenery that usually off-limits, and paddle in a small group limited to only 15 other adventurers.

Get your adrenaline pumping with this full-day white-water rafting excursion from Playa Flamingo, including lunch. A thrilling choice for first-time rafters, you’ll tackle the Class III and IV rapids of the Tenorio River and hurtle down a 12-mile (20km) stretch of river, in the shadows of the Tenorio Volcano.

Venture beyond Quepos to the mountains located on the edge of the province where you’ll be able to access the upper section of the Naranjo River for this intense whitewater rafting experience. Paddle the river’s section known as "El Chorro" with Class IV and V rapids, plus steep drops, tight rock walls, and technical routes. This experience is only available during the dry season.

Take a wild ride down Costa Rica's stunning Savergre River on this whitewater rafting tour on Class III rapids. It's an adrenaline-packed adventure that's perfect for the thrill-seeking traveler. Venture one hour outside Jaco and experience the best of this diverse nation's incredible natural landscapes.

Enjoy the best of Tortuga Island on this private full-day excursion. Travel there by boat and don't miss the dolphins along the way. On the island you can snorkel, observe spider monkeys and visit the spectacular stone arch from where you will enjoy a great view of the island and the ocean. It will be a great day for families or groups of friends.

Adventure-seeking travelers will love the thrill of tubing down 5 miles (8 kilometers) of Costa Rica’s Savegre River, through class I and II+ rapids. Admire the views on the gentler stretches of river, and listen out for birdsong as you pass through parts of the country you couldn’t access any other way. Get the chance to swim in natural river pools, too.

Navigate powerful Class IV to V rapids on the Naranjo River with this white-water rafting tour from Jaco. Test your adrenaline threshold on the short but intense section of the river known as El Chorro; a guide makes this trip suitable for even first-time rafters in good physical condition and over 16 years old. Tour includes pickup and drop-off from your Jaco lodging.

Challenge yourself with an exciting half-day adventure on the Naranjo River with this small-group excursion that is designed for more experienced paddlers. Tackle class III/IV rapids as you ride along the wild river as it makes a steep drop from mountain to sea level and through the Naranjo canyon.

Go rafting through the pristine Costa Rican jungle and rainforest on this all-day guided tour from Quepos. Travel to the Savegre River and take in incredible views of the lower Talamanca Mountain Range along the way. The tour includes a stop at a beautiful 30-foot (9-meter) waterfall where you can take a refreshing dip.

Go rafting on the intense ‘Chorro’ section of the Naranjo River in this half-day whitewater rafting tour from Manuel Antonio or Quepos. Experience the thrills of class IV and V rapids as your guide leads you down technical routes with steep drops, narrow canyons, and cascading waterfalls. Suitable for participants in strong physical condition, this rafting tour spends about 1.5 hours on the water, and includes breakfast and lunch.

Tackle the rapids of one of Central America’s cleanest rivers on a whitewater rafting tour down the Savegre River. In between churning pools and chutes, enjoy the serenity of the rain forest on a short hike and stop to plunge under a tropical waterfall. Refuel with a typical Costa Rican lunch on the riverbanks, and relax while passing through teak plantations and mountain villages on the drive to and from Quepos.

The Savegre River inside Manuel Antonio National Park has some of the best white-water rafting routes in Costa Rica. This tour makes rafting on the river as easy as possible, offering an introductory briefing, all necessary gear and safety equipment, a river guide, a professional photographer, and lunch. Paddle down Class II and III rapids and see Costa Rican wildlife in its natural habitat throughout.

Experience the thrill of white-water rafting in Costa Rica on a high-octane rafting tour on the Upper Naranjo River. Escape the crowds on land as you admire the stunning natural scenery and tackle Class III and IIII rapids while receiving personalized attention from your instructor in a small group limited to only nine people.

Access one of the more remote portions of the Savegre River on this 7-hour whitewater rafting tour from the Manuel Antonio area. Ride a 4x4 into the wilderness, and then head off down the river with highly-trained guides who guarantee that your trip is as exhilarating as it is safe. This tour includes round-trip transportation from your hotel, as well as lunch.

Skip the effort of organizing your own white-water rafting trip while you’re in the Quepos and Manuel Antonio area; and get everything laid on for you with this tour. With all your equipment supplied, simply sit in your shared raft and relish the fun as you descend the River Naranjo’s rapids before paddling along calmer waters and watching for birdlife. Return hotel transfers and snacks round out this family-friendly adventure.

Experience the thrill of white-water rafting on the River Naranjo, without having to worry about not knowing what to do or transportation. Relax on a drive to the jungle river; and climb into a shared raft with a guide to plunge through the Class IV-V rapids, tackling the drops and runs of a narrow canyon. Equipment, instruction, snacks, return hotel transfers, and a choice of departures make everything hassle-free.

Experience the thrill of navigating class III and IV white waters on this adrenaline-pumping tour of the Tenorio River. Get an up-close look at local wildlife as you paddle your way through raging rapids. Ideal for first-timers and experienced travelers alike. After the adrenaline rush, refuel with a Costa Rican lunch before heading back to your hotel.