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White Water Rafting Class III & IV on the Balsa River in La Fortuna
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White Water Rafting Class III & IV on the Balsa River in La Fortuna

by Costa Rica Descents

6 hours
La Fortuna de San Carlos Arenal Volcano National Park Provinc
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6 hours
Starting time
Friday 11 September 2026
Language
Free cancellation until 10 Sept 2026.
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2 guests × $76.62
All taxes and fees included

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Overview

This six-hour white water rafting tour takes place on the Balsa River near La Fortuna, featuring sections of Class III and IV rapids. Participants will navigate the river’s canyon with expert river guides and safety kayakers providing support throughout the trip. The group will stop twice during the journey: once to enjoy fresh tropical fruits grown locally, and again for an authentic Costa Rican organic lunch. During the lunch break, the guide explains the cultivation and processing of chocolate, medicinal plants, fruits, and sugar cane in the region. Near the end of the tour, guests learn how sugar cane is traditionally harvested and have the opportunity to extract sugar cane juice and drink a glass of freshly made pure sugar cane juice. The tour includes pickup and drop-off service in La Fortuna, snacks, lunch, and all rafting equipment and activities on the Class III and IV sections of the Balsa River. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Highlights

Six-hour rafting trip on Balsa River Class III and IV rapids
Guided by expert river guides with safety kayakers
Stops to taste fresh local tropical fruits
Lunch featuring authentic Costa Rican organic food
Traditional sugar cane harvesting demonstration
Pickup and drop-off included in La Fortuna

What's included

Snacks during the tour
Lunch provided
Rafting on Class III and IV rapids of the Balsa River
Pickup and drop-off service in La Fortuna
Adventure rafting guided by professionals

What's not included

Gratuities are not included
Photos are not included

Meeting point

Via 702, 500 meter south from the Catholic Church of La Fortuna, next to Supermarket "Super Rosvil", 21007, Alajuela Province, La Fortuna, Costa Rica

End point

Via 702, 500 meter south from the Catholic Church of La Fortuna, next to Supermarket "Super Rosvil", 21007, Alajuela Province, La Fortuna, Costa Rica

Languages

English (audio)English (guide)English (written)Spanish (audio)Spanish (guide)Spanish (written)

Cancellation policy

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

Additional info

1–15 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Not advised during pregnancy
Not advised for anyone with back or spinal problems
Not advised for anyone with a heart condition
A moderate level of fitness is needed
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Total
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