ONE-DAY ADVENTURE TOURS

Operated by Aventuras Naturales

Winding through the region of the "Eternal Spring," this river offers some of Costa Rica's most lush and vibrant scenery. Free-flowing, it has its origins in clear mountain streams that tumble down through thick rainforest, finally joining together in the crystal waters of the beautiful Sarapiquí. Verdant forest reaches right up to the river's sun-basked banks. If Matisse had come to Costa Rica, this is what he would have painted!

This narrow, low-volume river is ideal for white-water novices, as well as families, all of whom will enjoy its moderately flowing rapids, interspersed with tranquil stretches. The journey is also excellent for bird-watchers and other nature lovers, as the river stretches its way through lush vegetation that is home to hummingbirds, toucans, woodpeckers, and scores of other native bird species. Don't miss this classic tropical river experience!

Pick up from your San José hotel, driving approximately 2 1/2 hours to the river put-in.
A traditional breakfast is served at a restaurant en route. After a short safety briefing, you will rig your raft and begin the journey downriver. Lunch is served on the banks of the river. Take out will be in the afternoon, at which time you can shower and change into dry clothes before your return to San José.

Trip length: 9 miles.
Minimum age: 8 years old.
Departures: daily, all year.
PRICE: $70.00 PER PERSON

Rafting on the Pacuare River (Class III - IV)

This river has been declared a Wild and Scenic River, and offers some of the finest white water in Latin America, providing the adventurous rafter with a ride of unbelievable natural beauty as it winds deep inside one of Costa Rica's most impressive primordial rainforests. You will traverse 20 miles of remote and scenic waters that course through a wilderness of dense vegetation covering the sides of steep gorges that rise above the river banks. The thick undergrowth provides shelter for jaguars, ocelots, monkeys, sloths, and numerous other species of animals and birds. You'll break for a delicious lunch served along the river's edge by your Aventuras Naturales guides. While lunch is being prepared, you'll have plenty of time to relax and enjoy the spectacular scenery as you marvel at the raw, pounding power of the untamed Pacuare River that for millions of years has coursed through this virgin tropical rainforest. If you're ready for a very exciting day filled with wet and wonderful fun, the Pacuare is ready for you! Rafters should be physically fit for this trip, although no previous white-water experience is necessary. Includes safety kayaker. You can also fly by helicopter to the river put in, with the possibility of adding the Pacuare Canopy Adventure to your day's activities. For maximum appreciation of this magnificent river we recommend the Pacuare 2-day trip.

Depart from San José, driving approximately 3 hours to the put in. Breakfast en route. At the put in you’ll rig your raft and begin the journey downriver. River time: approximately 4 hours depending on the water level. Lunch on the riverbank before the afternoon take out and return to San José.

Trip length: 19 miles.
Minimum age: 12 years old.
Departures: daily, all year.
PRICE: $90.00 PER PERSON

Rafting on the Reventazón River - Pascua Section (Class IV)

The Pascua Section will thrill you with the ultimate white knuckle experience in river rafting. Intensive, nonstop action plunges your raft forward through rapid twists, mind-defying turns, and steep, unexpected drops. First introduced in 1990 by guides from Aventuras Naturales, this stupendous section of roaring rapids is a "Nonstop Roller Coaster Ride."

Recommended only for the active rafter in good physical condition. Prior white-water rafting experience is required. Includes safety kayaker.

Depart from San José, driving approximately 2-1/2 hours to the put in. Breakfast en route. At the put in you'll rig your raft and begin the journey downriver. River time: approximately 3-1/2 hours depending on the water level. Lunch on the riverbank before the mid-afternoon take out and return to San José.

Trip length: 16 miles.
Minimum age: 16 years old. Departures: daily with a minimum of 6 guests, all year. PRICE: $85.00 PER PERSON

Rafting on the Reventazón River - Guayabo Section (Class V)

The most explosive rapids in Costa Rica available for commercial white-water rafting trips. Recommended only for power rafters. Prior white-water rafting experience with Aventuras Naturales is required. The guide in charge has the right to exclude anyone at his/her own discretion, or to switch to another stretch of the Reventazón River due to safety conditions. Includes safety kayaker.

Depart from San José, driving approximately 2 hours to the put in. Breakfast en route. River time: Approximately 3 hours depending on the water level. Take out will be in the afternoon followed by a hot lunch before your return to San José.

Trip length: 14 miles.
Minimum age: 18 years old.
Departures: daily with a minimum of 6 guests, all year.
PRICE: $95.00 PER PERSON

Rafting on the Reventazón River - Florida Section (Class III)

This is a truly delightful rafting experience that everyone will enjoy, and ideal for those who are testing themselves on whitewater for the first time. Beginning near a picturesque train station that was once a stop along Costa Rica's famous Jungle Train, and continuing along this classic trajectory, this section offers beautiful jungle scenery with wide open spaces backdropped by the magnificent Turrialba Volcano. The emotion of numerous rapids completes this exceptional white-water experience on the mighty Reventazón River.

To begin the trip, we will pick you up from your San José hotel in one of our comfortable minibuses for your journey to the river put in. This trip offers the added extra of taking you along the highway that runs through spectacular Braulio Carrillo National Park. As you wind through this protected area's mountains and valleys, you will enjoy spectacular views of mist-shrouded virgin rainforest stretching as far as the eye can see.

Once through the national park and down in the tropical lowlands, you will stop for a traditional Costa Rican breakfast, and continue on to the river put in. After some brief safety instructions, you'll launch your raft and begin this exciting white-water journey. A delicious lunch is served on the banks of the river during the trip. At the river take out, you will be able to change into dry clothes for the return to San José.

Depart from San José, driving approximately 2 hours to the Reventazón River. Breakfast en route. At the put in you'll rig your raft and begin the journey downriver. River time: approximately 2 1/2 hours depending on the water level. Lunch on the riverbank before the afternoon take out and return to San José.

Trip length: 8 miles.
Minimum age: 10 years old.
Departures: December through May.
PRICE: $70.00 PER PERSON -

Rafting on the Corobici River (Class II)

This is the calmest rafting trip offered in Costa Rica - safe enough for children, and gentle enough for the elderly to enjoy. You will leisurely raft along the quiet, lovely Corobici River as it crosses a region of tropical dry forest where you may sight some of the 300 species of birds that inhabit the nearby Palo Verde National Park.

Depart from San José, driving approximately 3 hours to the Corobici River. Breakfast en route. At the put in you'll rig your raft and begin the journey downriver. River time: approximately 3 hours depending on the water level. Lunch before an afternoon return to San José.

Trip length: 8 miles.
Minimum age: 8 years old.
Departures: daily with a minimum of 6 guests, all year.
PRICE: $70.00 PER PERSON

Cycling Irazú

Your Aventuras Naturales guide will pick you up early morning at your hotel as we begin our journey with a drive up the lush, green mountain slopes of Irazú Volcano with breathtaking views of the Central Valley far below. Our destination is the summit of Irazú, 11,260 feet above sea level. The volcano has been dormant since its last eruption in 1963, except for a few tremors in 1991. On a clear day you can see both the Atlantic and Pacific Coasts. Our biking trip begins down the slope of Irazú on a long paved road overlooking the Central Valley. Our scenic tour takes us to the village of Pacayas, ending our cycling day in the quaint town of Turrialba, home to one of the five most important tropical agricultural research centers in the world. Transportation will be provided back to your hotel in San José. The length of this trip is 14 miles and is rated moderate.

Lunch included.

Departures: daily with a minimum of 6 guests, all year.
PRICE: $70.00 PER PERSON

Cycling Guayabo
After a short, scenic bus ride to Turrialba, we begin our biking tour heading for the spectacular Guayabo Canyon Falls, continuing on through Guayabo National Monument, the most significant Pre-Columbian archeological site in Costa Rica. Here you will have time to explore the excavated central part of a 10,000-inhabitant city that existed from 1000 B.C. to around 1400 A.D. Most of the ruins are still undiscovered. The length of this trip is 20 miles (32kms) and is rated moderate to advanced.
Lunch included.

Departures: daily with a minimum of 6 guests, all year.
PRICE: $90.00 PER PERSON