Pacuare River Rafting

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This quintessential tropical river is a trip of pure magic, unsurpassed beauty, and wildlife and exhilarating rapids. Located at Costa Rica’s Atlantic slope, the Pacuare River borders the Talamanca mountain range, home to native Cabecar Indians and an incredible variety of wildlife. An early morning departure from San José will bring you to the Operations Center for a delicious, typical Costa Rican breakfast. At the private put-in, you’ll initiate your rafting experience as you raft 16 miles deep in the heart of densely vegetated gorges, past gushing waterfalls, serene pools, and pounding rapids, in one of Costa Rica’s most impressive primary rain forests. After an adrenaline-packed afternoon, running rapids like Upper and Lower Huacas, Cimarrón, Dos Montañas and many more, you’ll finish a short drive from the Operations Center for a hearty and delicious lunch. showers, optional drinks, and visits to the souvenir store. On the return drive to San José, you’ll enjoy remarkable views of Braulio Carrillo National Park and Irazú Volcano. An unbeatable experience!  Class III-IV. Regular Shared Service (2 people minimum).

Duration: 10 hours | Includes: Transportation, Guide, Equipment, Breakfast & Lunch

Suggested: rubber-soled shoes that can get wet (Tevas, tennis shoes, booties or similar), swimsuit, T-shirt and shorts of a quick-drying material, waterproof sunscreen lotion, sun hat or bandana, croakies or straps to secure glasses, towel, a complete change of clothing including shoes.

* Minimum age required for the Canopy 14 yrs.