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Full Day Pacuare River Rafting Experience

4.8 (17 reviews) one day Free cancellation
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Full Day Pacuare River Rafting Experience

About this activity

This trip will take you through one of the most important and well-known rivers in the world for

its scenic beauty, rapids, waterfalls and crystal clear waters. This section of the river

It is suitable for beginners in rafting (low/medium difficulty).

After picking you up early in the morning at your hotel in San José we headed

to the first capital of the country, Cartago. After crossing through the center of this

province we will pass the towns of Paraíso, Cervantes, Juan Viñas and Turrialba, the

capital of rafting in Costa Rica. During this journey of approximately 2.5

hours we will have a typical breakfast before starting the adventure of the rapids

class III and IV.

Our team will be waiting for you at the well-known Finca 3X, where you will be given a

safety briefing on the riverbank before venturing out on the 18 miles that

They run along the Pacuare River. Passing the popular rapids of Huacas, Pele el Ojo and Cimarrones.

Extreme Sports Rafting On the Water DSA non-compliant Short term availability Weather Dependent - Moderate
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At a glance

Duration
one day
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 200 people
People per booking
1–15
Guide
English, Spanish
Operated by
Excitement Costa Rica

Ages: Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: river guide
  • Included: Private transportation
  • Included: 5 hours of rafting
  • Included: Lunch
  • Included: All Fees and Taxes
  • Included: Breakfast
  • Included: rafting equipment
  • Included: safety kayaker

Itinerary

After picking you up early in the morning at your hotel in San José we headed to the first capital of the country, Cartago. After crossing through the center of this province we will pass the towns of Paraíso, Cervantes, Juan Viñas and Turrialba, the capital of rafting in Costa Rica. During this journey of approximately 2.5 hours we will have a typical breakfast before starting the adventure of the rapids class III and IV. Our team will be waiting for you at the well-known Finca 3X, where you will be given a safety briefing on the riverbank before venturing out on the 18 miles that They run along the Pacuare River. Passing the popular rapids of Huacas, Pele el Ojo and Maroons. The tour includes buffet lunch on the river, 5 hours of adventure on the river, breakfast typical, river guide, transportation to and from San José with guide, rafting equipment and safety kayak. At the end they will be able to change before heading towards San José again where they We will return to your hotel in San José around 6:00 pm. Items to bring: shorts, bathing suit, cap, sunscreen, shoes for water or tennis, complete clothing set and cloth.

  1. Stop 1

  2. Pacuare River

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

  • Crowne Plaza San Jose La Sabana by IHG
  • Irazu Hotel & Studios
  • Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton
  • Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center
  • Hotel Barcelo San Jose
  • Hyatt Place San Jose Pinares
  • Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica
  • Doubletree By Hilton Hotel Cariari San Jose - Costa Rica
  • InterContinental Costa Rica at Multiplaza Mall
  • Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola
  • Wyndham Garden San Jose Escazu

and one more pickup point

Pickup at these points would be at the following times:

Rostipollos Alajuela - 5:00am

Hampton Inn Airport 5:10am

Sheraton Hotel - 5:20am

Intercontinental Royal - 5:25am

Whyndam garden Escazú - 5.30am

Wyndham San José Herradura - 5:40am

Doubletree by Hilton Cariari - 5:45am

Irazu hotel & studios – 5:50am

Barcelo San Jose - 5:55am

Crowne Plaza Corobicí - 6:00am

Great hotel costa rica - 6:10am

Aurola holiday inn San Jose – 6:15am

Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica – 6:20am

Hyatt Place – 6:30 a.m.

Using your ticket

Show the ticket at the time of the pick up / Pick up at the hotel

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%
  • The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
  • The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Traveller ratings

4.8 out of 5 · 17 reviews
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