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Paddle 13 km of Class III–IV rapids below Arenal Volcano with professional guides, free photos, and a tropical lunch. Expect technical drops, wide swimming pools, and a five-hour adventure that finishes with fruits, beverages, and a hot meal.
Paddle 13 km of Class III–IV rapids below Arenal Volcano with professional guides, free photos, and a tropical lunch. Expect technical drops, wide swimming pools, and a five-hour adventure that finishes with fruits, beverages, and a hot meal.
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Operated by La Fortuna Rafting · La Fortuna, Alajuela
The river wakes you long before you see it — a low, continuous roar that quickens as you crest the last hill toward the put-in. Guides hand out helmets and life jackets, the plastic cool under morning sun, while the raft waits with promises of spray and speed. Over five hours you’ll paddle 13 km of river that alternates between technical, churning drops and wide, watchful pools where birds and monkeys check the commotion.
challenging.
5 hours.
Requires high cardiovascular fitness and core strength; expect sustained paddling and quick recovery from drops.
The full activity is about five hours from pickup to drop-off, with roughly 13 km on the river and time for a swim and lunch.
This run features Class III–IV rapids requiring active paddling and a willingness to work as a team in turbulent water.
Yes — the tour typically includes a professional photo package and a post-rafting lunch with tropical fruit and beverages.
Pregnant travelers and people with recent spinal or serious heart conditions should not participate; disclose health and weight when booking.
The river corridor was historically used to move agricultural goods and timber from the slopes of Arenal before road access improved.
Tours follow local guidelines to minimize bank erosion and avoid disturbing wildlife; bring reusable bottles and avoid single-use plastics to reduce impact.
La Fortuna Rafting operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
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