Explore the Pacuare River during this exciting river rafting adventure in Costa Rica. You will be able to enjoy Class II-IV whitewater rapids while discovering the cascading waterfalls and animals that can be found in the Costa Rican rainforest. During your 3 day adventure, you will be staying in the beautiful and remote Rios Tropicales. This eco-lodge is located right by the river in the middle of rainforest, making this an excellent location to relax all day after rafting or exploring the surrounding area in any of the lodge's day trips. Some of the activities the lodge offers are horseback riding to a local community, birdwatching, and ziplining through the forest.
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Rios Tropicales
Highlights
- Go on an exciting rafting adventure in Class II-IV rapids in the Pacaure River.
- Unwind in the secluded Rios Tropicales Eco-lodge, which is only accessible by rafting through Pacuare River.
- Hike up to the top of Pacuare Gorge from the lodge and plant a tree as part of their restoration project.
- Discover the variety of birds and wildlife that can be found in the rainforest.
Details
After you are picked up from your hotel, you will have breakfast at the Rios Tropicales Operations Center. Next, you will be given paddle and safety instructions at the Pacuare River put-in area. You can expect to have Class II and III rapids in the Pacaure River. You will have a short break from rafting to have a riverside picnic lunch and some time to explore the waterfall.
Depeding on water levels, you will arrive at the lodge in about 3 to 5 hours. When you arrive, you will have time to explore and relax. You will be given a cocktail and snacks before eating a delicious candlit dinner.
After a full breakfast at the ecolodge, you can choose a number of activities available at the lodge or you can spend the day relaxing in a hammock. You can eat lunch at the lodge or have a picnic style lunch if you're hiking or touring.
Lastly, you will have another delicious dinner.
After a healthy breakfast, you will pack and prepare to continue rafting in the Pacuare River. This time you can expect to have Class III-IV rapids on the Lower Pacuare and Gorge.
Once you arrive at the Rios Tropicales Operations Center, you will eat a hot lunch. After lunch, you will be taken back to your hotel.
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Rios Tropicales
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Head out for a full day of rafting the pacuare river, kayaking in lake arenal or horseback riding through pristine rainforest with expert local guides. Or create an epic multi-day adventure by combining your favorite outdoor activity with a stay at their riverside ecolodge on their own 2,000+ acre private reserve. The team at Rios Tropicales has over 30 years experience creating amazing Costa Rica adventures, while also supporting the conservation of the natural wonders they love to explore.
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