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Take on 7.5 miles of Class III–IV rapids through lowland rainforest on the Sarapiquí River. This full-day trip from La Fortuna combines technical whitewater, wildlife sightings, a riverside swim, and a traditional Costa Rican lunch.
Take on 7.5 miles of Class III–IV rapids through lowland rainforest on the Sarapiquí River. This full-day trip from La Fortuna combines technical whitewater, wildlife sightings, a riverside swim, and a traditional Costa Rican lunch.
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Operated by Costa Rica Groups Travel Company · San Miguel de Sarapiquí, Heredia
You push off from the bank and the Sarapiquí takes hold—cold, impatient, and alive. The raft surges into a sequence of drops and boils that demand quick strokes and steady nerve. Palm-fringed banks blur into rainforest canopy; toucans flash, and howler monkeys comment from above as the current dares you onward.
challenging.
5–8 hours.
Moderate to fit; you should be able to paddle briskly for sustained bursts and handle short swims if needed.
The on-river section runs about 2 hours covering roughly 12 km (7.5 miles) and includes more than 40 rapids; the full excursion from pickup to return is 5–8 hours.
This run features Class III–IV rapids—suitable for adventurous beginners under strong guide instruction and for intermediate paddlers seeking technical currents.
Minimum age is 13; not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, serious heart conditions, or who cannot swim.
Guides supply helmets, PFDs, and transport; bring quick-dry clothes, water shoes, sunscreen, and any personal medications.
The Sarapiquí corridor has long supported local agriculture and river transport; in recent decades eco-tourism and biological research stations have made conservation a regional focus.
Responsible operators follow strict river-use guidelines and support reforestation and community projects—avoid single-use plastics and follow your guide’s low-impact instructions.
Costa Rica Groups Travel Company operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
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