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Balsa River White Water Rafting Class 2/3 in La Fortuna, Costa Rica
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Balsa River White Water Rafting Class 2/3 in La Fortuna, Costa Rica

by Arenal Rafting

5 hours
La Fortuna
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5 hours
Starting time
Friday 11 September 2026
Language
English
Free cancellation until 10 Sept 2026.
$144$160Save 10%
2 guests × $72
All taxes and fees included

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Overview

The Balsa River in La Fortuna, Costa Rica, features class 2 and 3 rapids suitable for families and those seeking moderate white water excitement. This tour lasts about 5 hours and includes a 2.5-hour rafting section covering 10 kilometers of rapids. Participants navigate waves and rapids under the guidance of a professional guide. Along the river, there are breaks for rest and swimming, during which guests can enjoy fresh Costa Rican fruit. After rafting, the group stops at a local restaurant where a Costa Rican style lunch is served. This tour includes transportation from hotels within 6 kilometers of the operator's main office, bottled water, towels, and lunch. Pickup times may vary by up to 20 minutes based on hotel location. The rafting trip requires guests to bring clothes suitable for getting wet, water shoes, and a change of clothes. Souvenir photos are available for purchase after the tour. The tour requires a minimum of two participants per booking, with a minimum age of 5 years and a maximum weight limit of 220 pounds.

Highlights

2.5 hours of rafting on 10 kilometers of class 2/3 rapids
Stops for swimming and rest along the river
Costa Rican style lunch at a local restaurant
Transportation from hotels within 6 kilometers
Professional guide and bottled water included
Towel provided for the tour

What's included

Towel provided for the duration of the tour
Bottled water included
Guidance from a professional rafting guide
Transportation from hotels located less than 6 km from main office
Pickup time may vary up to 20 minutes depending on hotel location
Lunch served after rafting at a local restaurant

What's not included

Souvenir photos available for purchase at the end of the tour
Pickup service not available for hotels over 6 km from main office

Meeting point

If you do not need to pick up, you can get to our office at 9:15 am. We are located 100 meters north from the police station, avenue 333 street 460. You can find us on Waze or google maps as ARENAL RAFTING COMPANY.

End point

If you do not need to pick up, you can get to our office at 9:15 am. We are located 100 meters north from the police station, avenue 333 street 460. You can find us on Waze or google maps as ARENAL RAFTING COMPANY.

Languages

English (guide)

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

1–15 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Reachable by public transport
Not advised for anyone with back or spinal problems
Not advised during pregnancy
Not advised for anyone with a heart condition
A good level of fitness is needed
A minimum of two people per booking is required
Minimum participant age is 5 years old
Maximum participant weight allowed is 220 pounds
Guests should bring clothes to get wet, water shoes, and a change of clothes
Total
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