Top Guanacaste and Northwest Rafting

Immerse yourself in the culture, nature, and adventure of Costa Rica on this all-day experience. First, learn about coffee, sugar cane, and ceramics, then head out on a ziplining adventure or traverse the hanging bridges. Go for a horseback ride through the forest. Finally, relax in a natural hot water pool and slather yourself in volcanic mud.

Navigate the powerful rapids of the Tenorio River on this all-day rafting trip. You’ll maneuver your way along the waters through the Guanacaste mountain range, taking in the surrounding landscape of the lowlands. The river boasts Class 3 and 4 rapids; participants should be in good physical condition in order to take part.

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 the ultimate adrenaline fix with this action-filled combo tour and spend a full day exploring the Colorado River Canyon in Guanacaste. First, strap on your safety harness and take to the treetops for an exhilarating canopy tour, complete with high-speed zip-lines, hanging bridges, a climbing wall and observation platforms overlooking the dramatic canyon. After lunch (included), tackle the class II and III rapids of the mighty Colorado River as you hurtle downstream on a water tube. Finally, saddle up to complete your adventure on horseback, with a scenic trek through the forest.

The Tour La Leona Waterfall and River Tubing offers an exhilarating and immersive experience amidst nature's beauty. Participants can relish the thrill of tubing down the crystal-clear river, surrounded by lush tropical landscapes. The majestic La Leona Waterfall adds a touch of awe-inspiring grandeur to the adventure, creating a serene atmosphere and stunning photo opportunities. This excursion allows visitors to connect with nature, unwind, and rejuvenate their spirits. With a perfect blend of adrenaline-inducing tubing and tranquil waterfall views, the Tour La Leona offers an unforgettable escape from the ordinary, making it an excellent choice for nature lovers seeking both excitement and serenity

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.

Experience the thrill of a lifetime during your Costa Rica adventure with this Tenorio River rafting tour. Navigate the fast-paced white waters on Class III and IV rapids with an expert guide during this daredevil day that combines almost 12.5 miles (20 kilometers) of rapids.

This full-day family adventure from La Fortuna combines an ATV tour with a white-water rafting trip. Ride an all-terrain vehicle (single or double rider) through the tropical rainforest against the scenic backdrop of Arenal Volcano. After lunch, you’ll paddle Class II–III rapids on Rio Balsa with your guide.

Get a dose of Costa Rica's ‘pura vida’ lifestyle on this full-day combo tour featuring plenty of sweet treats, adventure, and relaxation. Navigate the rapids of the Balsa River on a whitewater rafting trip, learn how to turn raw cacao beans into delicious chocolate at a cacao farm, and savor lunch at a traditional country estate. The tour includes all food, drink, and equipment, plus round-trip transport from La Fortuna hotels for a stress-free day sampling Costa Rican highlights.

Get your adrenaline pumping on a whitewater rafting trip down the Tenorio River, located in a red-rock canyon in the Guanacaste mountain range. Depart from Tamarindo for a day trip to Costa Rica’s nearby forests, including lunch.

Leave the beach behind to experience the best of Rincon de la Vieja National Park on this dual hiking and tubing adventure from the Guanacaste area. Walk down the Las Pailas Trail with a guide to see bubbling geothermal activity and wildlife like howler monkeys and iguanas, and then change into your swimsuit for a tubing trip down the Rio Negro.  This tour includes all transportation, activities, and meals as per itinerary.

Scan the treetops from a suspended bridge hanging over the rainforest canopy during this full-day adventure that includes a white-water rafting trip. The combo tour includes lunch, followed by a paddle down Class II-III rapids on Rio Balsa with your guide. Family fun amid nature is the goal.

Skip crowded boat tours for this private yacht experience packed with watersport activities. The crew helps you maximize your time on the ocean and takes you to the best spots for swimming and fishing with tournament-grade equipment. Your boat has gear for nearly any water activity, including wakeboarding, waterskiing, tubing, snorkeling, stand-up paddleboarding, and more. An onboard lunch is included.

Get the ultimate adrenaline fix with this action-filled combo tour and spend a full day exploring the foothills of the Rincon de la Vieja Volcano. First, take to the treetops for an exhilarating canopy tour, complete with high-speed zip-lines, a Tarzan Swing and a climbing wall, then float down the Rio Colorado on a tube. After lunch (included), saddle up to complete your adventure with a scenic horseback ride through the forest, then finish with a relaxing mud wrap and soak in the hot springs.

Prepare to ‘take the plunge’ during this fun-filled, full-day, whitewater rafting excursion between Arenal and San Jose. Feel the adrenaline during a safe, but fun, adventure on the Class III and IV rapids of the Rio Sarapiqui or Rio Toro. Rafting equipment, snacks, beverages, and a Costa Rican-style lunch are also included.

Experience two thrilling activities in one day on this action-packed full-day tour from La Fortuna. Get your adrenaline pumping as you rappel, climb, and zip-line on a canyoning adventure, then tackle Class II and III rapids as you try white water rafting on the Balsa River. Hotel pick-up and lunch is included.

Relish the tranquil beauty of the Peñas Blancas River during this 4-hour float from La Fortuna. At a relaxed pace perfect for families, you’ll cruise past tropical wildlife that call the banks of Peñas Blancas River home: with luck, you’ll glimpse toucans, monkeys, and sloths. Enjoy tropical fruit, cold drinks, and lunch during onshore breaks, and relish the convenience of round-trip transport from your La Fortuna accommodation.

Go full out when you’re in Costa Rica with this adventure combo package, which includes a canopy tour, tubing, horseback riding, and a dip in the hot springs. Experience the activities the area is known for, all in one day. Enjoy rock climbing, rappelling, and a Tarzan swing on your canopy tour, and then go tubing down the Rio Colorado. Stop for lunch at a ranch, and end your day with horseback riding through a tropical forest and a mud soak at a hot spring.

Fill your day with adventure on this 9-hour trip to Rincon de la Vieja volcano from Playa Hermosa, featuring a 2-hour tubing trip down the Rio Azul and an afternoon of free time to enjoy the many activities at Blue River Resort and Hot Springs. A guided tour makes it easy to experience adventure in the tropical rain forest and still make it back to the beach in time to watch the sunset.

When sailing the river course, the raft riders encounter turbulent waters, exciting waterfalls, quiet pools, high rock walls, and wildlife, while being splashed and thrilled.

Spend a full day in Brasilito Guanacaste searching for adrenaline by tubing, ziplining, rappelling, horseback riding, and then relaxing in the hot springs on this tour. There is a lot to fit in today. Your guide will pick up you and your group (maximum 4) to take you to all the activities. Discuss which one is your favorite over the included lunch.

You’ll have the time of your life riding the watery rollercoaster of the Black River (Rio Negro) in individual inner tube rafts on our Rio Negro Tubing Adventure. Enjoy non-stop fun and excitement bouncing and splashing down 5 km (3 miles) of class 2 and 3 rapids in this narrow, rushing river of crystal clear water. There are plenty of quiet pools along the way to appreciate the beautiful tropical scenery. Our special river tube rafts are designed with handles and protective bottoms. Guides go with you and ensure your safety. Part of your river tubing adventure includes riding our trusty Costa Rican ranch horses (or you can go by vehicle transport) from Hacienda Guachipelin along scenic trails through the forest to get to the river.

Combine a the best of Costa Rica’s adventure tourism into a single day-long excursion from the Guanacaste coast to the foothills of Rincon de la Vieja volcano. Fill your day with rock climbing, rappelling, tubing, and horseback riding, topped off by a rejuvenating mud wrap at a volcanic hot spring.