White Water Rafting in Costa Rica
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White Water Rafting
Imagine yourself cascading down a warm crystal
blue-green river as you gaze in wonder at the many exotic
creatures living in the surrounding jungle. Simply stated,
Costa Rica is home to some of the best white water rafting
in the world! From the class I nature floats of the Rio Fri
and the Rio Corobici to the big water class V on the Reventazon
river, Costa Rica’s dozens of white water runs will
leave you breathless. |
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The Pacuare River
The Pacuare Rive is the undisputed crown jewel
of all the Costa Rican Rivers. National Geographic called
the Pacuare one of the top two rafting rivers in the world.
On its way to the Caribbean Sea, the Pacuare plunges through
some of Central America’s last untouched tropical rain
forest. In between the class III and IV rapids you’ll
gaze in wonder at the primordial forest and its wild inhabitants.
The Pacuare River Gorge is home to thousands of exotic creatures
such as sloth, monkeys, toucans, and the elusive jaguar. This
lush paradise is accentuated by literally dozens of spectacular
waterfalls crashing down hundreds of feet into the blue-green
waters of the Pacuare. The Pacuare is invariably the highlight
of our client’s vacation in Costa Rica.
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Day One
After a leisurely Breakfast at your hotel we’ll
take the short drive to the tiny mountain town of Tres Equis
where we’ll begin our wild descent into the heart of
the Pacuare River Gorge. At the put-in your guides will fit
you into your life jackets and helmets and give you a thorough
safety demonstration. Then, it’s time to shove off.
In no time at all, you’ll be crashing your way through
some of the best white water in the world! |
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About half way down the run we’ll pull over
at our own private jungle camp accessible only by the river.
This splendid oasis comes with a fully equipped kitchen, full
bathrooms, showers, an open air dining area, and thousands of
acres of pristine atmosphere. The camp has dozens of trials
to explore and a secluded pool at the base of yet another beautiful
waterfall. While you are off exploring (or relaxing in one of
the delightful hammocks) your guides will be busy preparing
the all important happy hour. Sip on a chilled martini, a nice
glass of wine, or an ice cold beer, either way, the drinks are
on the house! |
| As evening descends on the jungle we’ll
sit down to a delicious gourmet dinner. As you dine, the jungle
will come alive as the nocturnal creatures begin to stir and
ad their voices to the forest’s symphony. When it’s
time for bed you’ll be lulled into a peaceful slumber
by the sounds of the forest and the river sliding by. |
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Day Two
Sleep in, or take a stroll in the morning mist
as your guides prepare some strong Costa Rican coffee and
a hearty breakfast. Eat well because today’s rapids
are even bigger than yesterday’s! Throughout the day
we’ll take side hikes up pristine valleys to swim in
the crystal clear pools at the base of the many waterfalls.
We’ll stop on one of the sandy beaches and enjoy a scrumptious
lunch of tropical fruit and sandwiches. Toward the end of
the trip the river flattens out and you may decide to abandon
the raft and just float in your life jacket for a while. The
take-out is equipped with changing rooms and a little bar
so that we can toast ourselves and the river before we head
off to our next adventure. |
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Links to other adventures offered:
Whitewater | Canopy Tour | Canyoning
| Deep Sea Fishing
Horse Back Riding | Scuba
Diving and Snorkeling | Surfing |
