Top Guanacaste and Northwest White Water Rafting

Get your adrenaline pumping on a whitewater rafting trip down the Tenorio River, located in a red-rock canyon in the Guanacaste mountain range. Depart from Tamarindo for a day trip to Costa Rica’s nearby forests, including lunch.

Experience the thrill of navigating class III and IV white waters on this incredible 2.5-hour tour of Tenorio River. Get an up close look at local wildlife as you paddle your way through raging rapids. Ideal for first-timers and experienced travelers alike. This popular tour is sure to be an adrenaline rush!

Navigate the powerful rapids of the Tenorio River on this all-day rafting trip. You’ll maneuver your way along the waters through the Guanacaste mountain range, taking in the surrounding landscape of the lowlands. The river boasts Class 3 and 4 rapids; participants should be in good physical condition in order to take part.

Experience the thrill of a lifetime during your Costa Rica adventure with this Tenorio River rafting tour. Navigate the fast-paced white waters on Class III and IV rapids with an expert guide during this daredevil day that combines almost 12.5 miles (20 kilometers) of rapids.

Scan the treetops from a suspended bridge hanging over the rainforest canopy during this full-day adventure that includes a white-water rafting trip. The combo tour includes lunch, followed by a paddle down Class II-III rapids on Rio Balsa with your guide. Family fun amid nature is the goal.

Get an up-close look at Costa Rica's hidden natural wonders on this Rio Celeste and Llanos de Cortes waterfall tour. Follow an expert local guide through breathtaking scenery, rugged trails, and truly beautiful attractions. This is the perfect way to explore outside the city and see what makes Costa Rica a top attraction for nature lovers.

Set sail in the afternoon and take in views of the Costa Rican coastline on this tour. On board a comfortable catamaran, you’ll have the chance to spot local sea life such as whales, dolphins, turtles, rays, and seabirds. The tour also includes time to swim and snorkel or simply relax on the boat. On the sail back to Playas del Coco, you’ll catch sight of the sunset from the water.

Explore Tamarindo’s beaches and dry forest on an off-road ATV tour with river crossings, mountain views, and stunning tropical scenery. Learn to maneuver your vehicle, then follow your guide along a rugged circuit. Take in the sights and sounds of the Costa Rican forest and watch for birds and monkeys as you steer beneath coastal trees. Upgrade your tour to include other activities such as snorkeling, driving a UTV, ziplining, or even exploring other areas by ATV.

Experience Tamarindo’s perfect breaks with a 2-hour surf lesson at a legendary beachside shop. Get in the water for the first time and practice paddling, popping up and riding in a forgiving beach break. More experienced surfers can hone their skills by surfing alongside an expert instructor, learning to read the breaking surf while improving technique and form. Riders of all skill levels can soak up the sun on the Pacific Coast and enjoy the security of an experienced surf school that places the emphasis on safety and fun. 

Part of what makes Costa Rica the world's premier destination for ecotourism is its extensive coastlines. Explore the waters off Guanacaste aboard the Blue Dolphin, a 40-foot catamaran that slices through the surf and offers a fully stocked bar, paddle boards and kayaks for your enjoyment. Breathe in the salt spray and keep a lookout for dolphins, turtles, whales, and spectacular coastal views.

Set sail on the big blue Pacific with this deluxe catamaran cruise from Tamarindo or Playa del Coco. Sunbathe on the spacious deck and stop to swim and snorkel in the warm tropical waters. Enjoy lunch freshly prepared onboard by an attentive crew, and stay hydrated with unlimited drinks from an open bar. Cruise back into port just as the sun is setting for a memorable end to a another day in paradise.

Exchange the sun and surf for for a high-flying adventure in the misty Monteverde Cloud Forest on this full-day combo tour. Fly through the forest canopy on a 15-cable zipline course featuring a gravity-defying Superman cable and a Tarzan swing, and slow down for a closer look at Monteverde's rich biodiversity while walking through the tree tops along a series of hanging bridges. In between adventures, replenish your energy with a typical Costa Rican lunch.

Take a ride aboard the Dream Chaser catamaran, with plenty of opportunities to snorkel in the sea, with this small-group tour, limited to 16 passengers. You'll also get the chance to dine on an included lunch with a variety of vegetable and meat options or order drinks from the onboard tiki bar.

Enjoy a day with multiple adventures, including a Tour of Rio Celeste, visiting the Llanos de Cortes Waterfall and the beautiful Sloth habitat at the finca verde private farm. This is about a 10 hour day with a half hour hike through the rain forest, and then observing the wildlife like monkeys, sloths, and exotic birds. You’ll also get to take a dip in the blue river

Experience the thrill of hiking near one of the most active volcanoes in the Western Hemisphere! On this full-day trip from Guanacaste, get an up-close view of Costa Rica's famous Arenal Volcano and the surrounding tropical landscape. Rejuvenate with a dip in volcanic hot springs and enjoy stellar evening views of the volcano and emerging stars. Round-trip hotel transport from Guanacaste included.

Get the ultimate Colorado River experience with a full-day adventure tour from Tamarindo, and explore a tropical forest, natural sauna and mud baths. Soar between the trees on a zip line, rappel and climb a riverside cliff, then then gear up for a trip down the river in a raft or inner tube. Splash and swirl your way through five miles of Class II-II rapids, stop for a rock jump and rope swing, and finish your day by rolling in warm volcanic mud and relaxing in thermal hot springs.

Go full out when you’re in Costa Rica with this adventure combo package, which includes a canopy tour, tubing, horseback riding, and a dip in the hot springs. Experience the activities the area is known for, all in one day. Enjoy rock climbing, rappelling, and a Tarzan swing on your canopy tour, and then go tubing down the Rio Colorado. Stop for lunch at a ranch, and end your day with horseback riding through a tropical forest and a mud soak at a hot spring.

Get your adrenaline pumping with this full-day white-water rafting excursion from Playa Flamingo, including lunch. A thrilling choice for first-time rafters, you’ll tackle the Class III and IV rapids of the Tenorio River and hurtle down a 12-mile (20km) stretch of river, in the shadows of the Tenorio Volcano.

Prepare to ‘take the plunge’ during this fun-filled, full-day, whitewater rafting excursion between Arenal and San Jose. Feel the adrenaline during a safe, but fun, adventure on the Class III and IV rapids of the Rio Sarapiqui or Rio Toro. Rafting equipment, snacks, beverages, and a Costa Rican-style lunch are also included.

Experience two thrilling activities in one day on this action-packed full-day tour from La Fortuna. Get your adrenaline pumping as you rappel, climb, and zip-line on a canyoning adventure, then tackle Class II and III rapids as you try white water rafting on the Balsa River. Hotel pick-up and lunch is included.

Get a dose of Costa Rica's ‘pura vida’ lifestyle on this full-day combo tour featuring plenty of sweet treats, adventure, and relaxation. Navigate the rapids of the Balsa River on a whitewater rafting trip, learn how to turn raw cacao beans into delicious chocolate at a cacao farm, and savor lunch at a traditional country estate. The tour includes all food, drink, and equipment, plus round-trip transport from La Fortuna hotels for a stress-free day sampling Costa Rican highlights.

When sailing the river course, the raft riders encounter turbulent waters, exciting waterfalls, quiet pools, high rock walls, and wildlife, while being splashed and thrilled.

Get your adrenaline pumping and experience the Costa Rican jungle on this full-day white-water rafting experience. Tackle class III and IV with your guide and small group as you float down the Tenorio River, an area that is not often visited by foreign tourists. Get ready to get wet as you explore the river and when the water is calm, take a moment to admire the tropical scenery that surrounds you.

Discover Costa Rica’s dry tropical climate in the lesser-visited Guanacaste region during this small-group, private, full-day, guided, white-water rafting tour that is totally customizable. Set off down the river to paddle over rapids with your guide and feel the thrill of rolling over the waves. Choose your own adventure and take advantage of the many national parks, wildlife reserve, hot springs and other natural wonders.