White Water Rafting Class III & IV
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White Water Rafting Class III & IV

By Costa Rica Descents
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Ages 7-70, max of 15 per group
Duration: 6h
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  • Rafting class III & IV River Balsa
  • Adventure Rafting
  • Lunch
  • Pick up/drop off in La Fortuna
  • Fruits
  • Entry/Admission - Costa Rica Descents
  • Entry/Admission - La Fortuna de San Carlos
What's not included
  • No Gratuities - There are not included in the price.
  • Photos


Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.
  • Costa Rica Descents Adventure Company, Via 702, Provincia de Alajuela, La Fortuna, 21007, Costa Rica
    Via 702, 500 meter south from the Catholic Church of La Fortuna, next to Supermarket "Super Rosvil", 21007, Alajuela Province, La Fortuna, Costa Rica
Pickup details
  • Pick up times will vary based on the location of your hotel/accommodation. A member of the Costa Rica Descents Team will reach out to coordinate timing and locations.
Hotel pickup offered
During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.
    End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

      • Not wheelchair accessible
      If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 12541P13

      • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
      • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
      • Children must be accompanied by an adult
      • Not recommended for travellers with back problems
      • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
      • Travellers should have a moderate physical fitness level
      • This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
      • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travellers

      • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

      If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 12541P13

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      • Costa Rica Descents
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      • R4126GLcourtneyo
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        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Great white water rafting experience!
        Andy was a great guide, very knowledgeable and safe! Jimmy did a great tour of the farm at the end, info on different plants, animals, and uses! Lunch was amazing!
        Written 10 February 2025
      • Adventure20230626644
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        5.0 of 5 bubbles
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        Excellent tour to go with family and teens. Our guides (Orlando, José, pablo and carlos) great and fun guys!! We really loved it!!
        Written 10 February 2025
      • fornofa
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        One of the best cooking classes I have ever taken!
        We absolutely loved our time here! It was just us in our group so it was very personal and fun! Melania was our main cook and she is the sweetest and funniest lady :) her son was the one who gave us the tour beforehand and taught us about their agriculture and you can tell this family is very proud of what they do. They were in no rush and loved even just hanging around after we were done cooking! The food was amazing which was just a bonus ❤️
        Written 10 February 2025
      • vadhusarak
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Safari trip in Costa Rica
        We did a tour with Gravin & he was absolutely amazing! We started out in the morning for the safari trip. He steered the river like a pro - was very good with spotting birds and animals all along the river. His English was good and he shared the background of all the animals and their native names. We stopped midway to enjoy delicious pineapple too, with a view of monkeys. I caught a very cool video of bats! We spotted lizards, monkeys, iguanas, turtles and so many birds… hawks/kingfishers/white herons and many more. He showed us a sleepy sloth which looked like a ball of moss! The trip ended with a delicious lunch with hand pressed coffee, a tour of the farm with various animals and native plants! He made sugarcane juice to end the sweet trip. Highly recommend for a lazy afternoon and nature enthusiasts…
        Written 10 February 2025
      • Global32228505168
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Costa Rica Descents White Water Rafting
        We spent 4 days in La Fortuna doung different activities and this was our best experience! We drove to the meeting place where pqrking was privided, but they would pick you up from a hotel if you wish to. The bus ride was about an hour to the river, where we were given detailed instructions. This was my first time white water rafting and we had so much fun! Our tour guide was Warner, he also was our raft man, he ensured we all stay safe while having tons of fun. After the rafting we were treated with a fresh fruit snack. We went back to the meeting point and had a fresh lunch. After the lunch we had a tour around the farm, many plants, trees and even some farm animals. The final touch was a demonstration of making a sugar cane syrup. Baby goats were the best! Jimmy was following oir rafts in a kayak taking awesome pictures that we had an option to purchase after the tour. Highly recommend, great deal for the money. Thank you Warner and the team for a great day, Pura Vida!
        Written 7 February 2025
      • marycK8643CT
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        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Absolutely Amazing !!!!
        Descents is an amazing company. I recommend them 100% Very professional and our guild Orlando was awesome!!!!! Thank you for a fun experience.
        Written 4 February 2025
      • 957jennat
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Lots of animals!
        Very nice, relaxing ride. Our daughter who is under two was even able to come! Warner was very knowledgeable about the area. Got to see monkeys, crocodiles, lots of birds, and even an otter! Saw a sloth on the way there too! And the lunch was delicious!
        Written 4 February 2025
      • U2063REjakubk
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        Safari Float
        Grabin was a great guide!very interactive safari float experience, very knowledgeable of the various species existing by the river. The river is very relaxing, no crazy rapids.
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      • Resort50603185136
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Excellent Food
        Melania was wonderful! It was amazing food and I learned her secret to making great ceviche. It was fun to try it and then try it with her secret ingredient. So much better! I really loved the food. She also showed us the sauce she used for the chicken and rice. I am going to buy some in the store and take it home with me. Amazing! I cook all the time and learned some great tips from her.
        Written 3 February 2025
      • donaldsE2405DL
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Costa Rica Descent Rafting tour was Pura vida!
        Me and my wife had a great time with Costa Rica Descent. The whole crew was friendly and on point. Pablo, our river guide, expertly maneuvered us through the rapids, enhancing the experience by spinning us around and taking us sideways over the rapids. It was a blast! The lunch was excellent and the farm tour was a lovely bonus. I highly recommend this experience.
        Written 3 February 2025
      • Dreamer812823
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Chill morning on the river
        This was a chill, informative, and fun float! There were 6 of us and a guide in the raft, a few of us paddling, and were able to see a lot of wildlife! (Birds, monkeys, panther, cayman, otters) The trip was about 2 hours long with a stop halfway for fruit, and then afterward, we gathered for local Costa Rican lunch! They also included a little tour of their backyard to show all of their vegetation, and ended with a sugar cane toast! All the people were very friendly, would definitely recommend!
        Written 3 February 2025
      • 806tashap
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      • saramN3143BU
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        Wildlife everywhere!
        Grieving was a super excellent tour guide! Everyone worked so hard to show us around and cooked us an excellent meal. We really enjoyed our tour!
        Written 3 February 2025
      • 554owenr
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        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Great experience, fun guides!
        We had tons of fun! The place was very easy to find, our guide, Ronald was fantastic and came with great energy and a lot of information. 10/10 would recommend this company.
        Written 2 February 2025
      • Leslie P
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        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Rafting
        Thanks to Orlando, our guide, for a fantastic ride! The rapids were so much fun! Warner stopped our bus to take pictures of a sloth - awesome surprise! Can’t wait to try lunch and see the farm!
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      LoveTravel823994
      1 contribution
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Jan 2025 • Friends
      Our rafting trip through the stunning rivers of Costa Rica was nothing short of amazing, and a huge part of that was due to our guide, Moses. From start to finish, Moses made us feel safe, excited, and fully immersed in the beauty of the landscape. His deep knowledge of the river and the surrounding nature added an educational layer to the adventure, making every rapid and bend in the river feel like a thrilling yet enlightening experience.

      Moses was incredibly attentive, ensuring that we were all comfortable with the pace and difficulty of the rapids. He made even the most intense parts of the journey feel exhilarating but safe, and his humor and enthusiasm kept the energy high throughout the entire trip. His passion for the environment and local culture was contagious, and we learned so much about Costa Rica’s biodiversity as we navigated the waters.

      The scenery was breathtaking—from lush jungle to sparkling waterfalls—but it was Moses who truly made this experience unforgettable. Whether it was a calm stretch of water where we could take in the views or a wild set of rapids that had us all holding on tight, Moses knew just how to make every moment feel special.

      I can't recommend this rafting trip enough! If you’re lucky enough to have Moses as your guide, you're in for the adventure of a lifetime.
      Written 10 January 2025
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      Thank you so much for this amazing and detailed review! We’re so happy to hear that you had such a memorable rafting experience, and we’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to your. It’s wonderful to know that his knowledge, enthusiasm, and passion for the environment made such an impact on your adventure. We’re also glad to hear that you enjoyed the stunning scenery and felt safe and energized throughout the trip. We truly appreciate your recommendation and can’t wait to welcome you back for another unforgettable adventure in Costa Rica!
      Written 17 January 2025
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      kvavrn
      Phoenix, AZ7 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Oct 2023 • Friends
      What a great experience for our group of 8. Jimmy met us with the bus, and clearly explained the safety procedures. We had to split in to 2 boats (4 each) Our guide, Carlos was wonderful, giving clear instructions while also pointing out the wild life/plant life while also making some funny jokes to keep the mood light: our other friends enjoyed their trip with Oscar. Cesar (aka the paparazzi) captured the day with some amazing photos (we were able to purchase the link for $40). Definitely recommend
      Written 22 October 2023
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      Hello, Thank you for such a wonderful review and recommendation. For all the Costa Rica Descents staff, it has been a pleasure to have you on this great day of adventures on the river... keep paddling, we hope to see you soon! Heylen - Costa Rica Descents
      Written 31 October 2023
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      Michael E
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Our experience with Costa Rica Descents was absolutely unforgettable! This was our first time tackling class five rapids, and thanks to our guide Orlando, we felt incredibly safe and confident the entire time. Orlando was not only highly skilled but also had a great personality, keeping us laughing throughout the journey. He shared a wealth of knowledge about the area, including fascinating details about the plants, animals, and local culture, which made the adventure even more amazing.

      The lunch provided at the end of the tour was phenomenal—delicious, authentic, and a perfect way to wrap up the day. Afterward, we explored their farm, where we got to see adorable baby pigs, taste fresh sugarcane, and smell and sample a variety of incredible plants. It was such a unique and personal touch that elevated the entire experience.

      Carlos, the photographer and safety guide, did an outstanding job capturing our adventure and ensuring we felt safe throughout.

      I can’t recommend Costa Rica Descents enough—this was an extraordinary and unforgettable experience! We will definitely be booking this again.

      Jordan and Michael
      Written 1 December 2024
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      "Thank you so much for sharing your incredible experience with us! We’re so happy to hear that your first adventure with class five rapids was unforgettable, and it’s great to know that our Staff helped make the journey safe, fun, and memorable. We take pride in offering both thrilling experiences and meaningful connections with nature, and it’s wonderful to hear you enjoyed learning about the local plants, animals, and culture. We’re also glad you enjoyed the lunch and farm visit—it’s great to hear you appreciated the personal touch we strive to offer. We can’t wait to have you back for another adventure with us soon!"
      Written 15 December 2024
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      Philipp T
      2 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Nov 2023 • Couples
      Perfect Experience! We had a nice Rafting day perfectly organized by the Tourguide Warner.
      After the pickup we had a busdrive to the river and a introduction to the rafting techniques.
      On the river we were splitted into small groups... Our rafting experts Kevin and Oswaldo really cared for a action loaded tour with a lot of fun and we felt very safe and comfortable all the time.
      In between we had a stop to get some fresh fruits and our drinks. After the rafting we had a lunch together (very tasty Casado) and Warner made a fresh brewed coffee. Also he showed us the farm near the restaurant with different plants (like cacao, coffee,...) and animals and we had the chance to drink some fresh sugarcane sirup.
      Thanks again to the whole team! Cool guys!
      Written 18 November 2023
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      DominikGorski
      5 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Jan 2025 • Family
      Awesome tour and rafting adventure. Our guide was Moses and he was a great instructor as he knew where to look and spot all the wild animals. The rafting was completely doable by everyone and everyone on our raft had a blast. Moses guided us very well and we enjoyed our time.

      Our other guide Chamo guided us to the rafting expedition and took photos of us while we were rafting, he is a very skilled photographer, kayaker and tour guide, a master of all trades. Even after the expedition was finished we received a tour of the farm behind the restaurant area and we learned about the vegetables and fruits that are grown and the animals that are raised. We even tried some sugar cane juice and sugarcane moonshine which were both delicious. Definitely recommend, had a great time and learned something too, great tour guides and also shoutout Willy for getting us everywhere and safely while on the roads.
      Written 6 January 2025
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      Thank you so much for this detailed and wonderful review! We're so glad to hear that your guides made your rafting adventure so memorable. It’s fantastic that your rafting guide was able to spot wildlife and guide you so well, and that our photographer added a special touch with his photography skills! We're glad you enjoyed the farm tour and the chance to learn about the local produce and try some unique drinks. It's great to hear Willy kept everyone safe on the roads too. We really appreciate your recommendation and are so happy that you had such a great experience with us!
      Written 9 January 2025
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      howthedogtravels
      30 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      We were so pleasantly surprised with the class 3-4 rafting experience! Every type of adventure we could have hoped for was captured.

      Our trip consisted of 3 boats, each with a guide and 4-5 guests, plus a safety kayaker who doubled as a photographer. He captured amazing moments for us. The trip is way too intense to snap photos ourselves so paying a little extra for the professional photos was an easy decision.

      Our guide Warner and the rest of the crew expertly guided us down the river, telling us when to paddle, when to “get down!” and when we were in for a refreshing enormous splash in a rapid. We were treated to many 360 turns, wild rapids and a few minutes of relaxing time to float with our life vests down calm parts of the river. Many people did fall into the water, including one boat full. The more experienced and cohesive the boat is the less likely you are to fall in!

      As with other Costa Rican tours we did, the tour ended with a trip to a restaurant with the most delicious local food for a well earned lunch. After the lunch Warner showed us around the property. We got to see many local agriculture plants, try a fresh pineapple right off the bush, make and drink crushed sugarcane juice directly from a cane, and take a shot of sugarcane moonshine!

      This trip was extremely fun, and we felt much more safe than we expected to, which allowed us to really get into the experience. Highly recommended!
      Written 7 June 2022
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      WOW, thank you! We appreciate you taking your time to make us this amazing review. We are happy to read that you enjoyed your day with us.
      Written 29 June 2022
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      Jaden K
      2 contributions
      4.0 of 5 bubbles
      Sept 2023 • Friends
      Excellent company to go with, and most significant bang for your buck with the rafting, fruit break, lunch, and cultural tour with sugar cane shots to top the day off. I would definitely recommend this company, you can tell all of these guides know every wave and rock on this section of the river. Just listen to your guide with his commands, if they say get to the bottom of the boat get DOWN. Only complaint is the shorter safety speech and that I saw some other customers with life jackets that definitely should have been tighter. We also had a very long drive in the morning because a group didn't show up when we were there to pick them up, but I'm sure this happens with any company you go with that has a shuttle service. An adrenaline rush for sure, go get out there!!
      Written 24 September 2023
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      Hello, Thank you for your comment and recommendation. It has been a pleasure for the Costa Rica Descents staff to have you on this rafting adventure, thank you for trusting our service. Until our next meeting for more new experiences. Best regards, Heylen
      Written 26 September 2023
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      Traveler289740
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Our group included 2 kids ages 8 and 12, and we all had a great experience. The river was extra high from a very heavy rain the evening before, and even so the trip felt safe and enjoyable. Kevin did a fantastic job helping our kids, and even let them ride on the front of the raft through some smaller rapids. Definitely recommend for kids and adults.
      Written 4 July 2024
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      Hello , we feel so happy that you enjoy this experience with us , we really appreciate that you take a time to comments us. Best regards.
      Written 7 July 2024
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      Megan s
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Dec 2024 • Couples
      My husband and I had such a fun time! Mike (jr) is the best rafting guide! He is so experienced and made the trip so enjoyable. Mike has great technique and kept us in the boat the whole time! You MUST have Mike as your guide!

      Overall our experience was good. I would recommend bringing your own water, checking your helmet and vest to make sure it’s not broken before putting it on.

      Our bus and farm guide Warren was supper funny and really knowledgeable about the sugar cane tour.

      Highly recommend Mike for your rafting trip!
      Written 29 December 2024
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      Thank you for your fantastic review! We’re so glad to hear that you and your husband had such a fun time on the rafting trip with our staff. It’s great to know his expertise helped make the experience even more enjoyable, and we appreciate your recommendation! We’ll also take note of your tips regarding water and equipment checks to continue improving the experience for all our guests. Thank you again for your feedback, and we hope to welcome you back soon for another adventure!
      Written 6 January 2025
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      isaac
      Tabanan, Indonesia7 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Dec 2024 • Family
      Such a great guide named Jason, took us through the best rapids and knew the bottom of the river like the back of his hand. Felt safe all the way. Also, the lunch and drinks afterward are amazing. I would definitely do this trip again and would recommend to anybody that wants to have some fun. Even my scaredy cat girlfriend had a blast!
      Written 16 December 2024
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      Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We're so glad to hear that your guide made your rafting experience unforgettable and that you felt safe throughout the trip. It’s great to know you enjoyed the rapids, lunch, and drinks afterward as well. We're especially happy to hear that even your 'scaredy cat' girlfriend had a blast! We appreciate your recommendation and would love to welcome you both back for another fun adventure anytime!
      Written 24 December 2024
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