This river has been
officially declared a Wild and Scenic River, and offers
some of the finest white water in Latin America, winding
deep inside of one of Costa Rica's most impressive primordial
rainforests. You will traverse 18 miles of remote and scenic
waters that course through a wilderness of dense vegetation
covering the sides of steep gorges that rise above the riverbanks.
The thick undergrowth provides shelter for jaguars, ocelots,
monkeys, sloths, and numerous other species of animals and
birds.
Once we pick
you up from your hotel, we'll pass through the site of
one of Costa Rica's most lovely rainforests, the Braulio
Carrillo National Park. As we exit the park, we'll make
a brief stop, where a delicious breakfast awaits. The
ride to the put in at Tres Equis, including the breakfast
stop, is approximately 3 hours. There, professional guides
and the rafting equipment will be waiting.
After some
brief security instructions, we'll start out on this incredible
rafting journey. Rafting is filled with excitement as
you squeeze through narrow openings between huge boulders
and run long stretches of powerful rapids. You'll break
for a delicious lunch of cold meats, cheeses, lettuce,
fruits, bread and juice 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.
| Price per person: |
US$95 Breakfast and picnic
lunch included |
| Trip length: |
18 miles |
| Difficulty: |
Class III-IV, moderate-difficult |
| Minimum age: |
12
years old. |
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