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White water rafting on the Sarapiquí River, Costa Rica

Adventure · Sarapiquí River, Costa Rica

White Water Rafting Class III on the Sarapiquí River

Two hours of Class III white water on the Sarapiquí River, with certified guides, full safety equipment and a snack included — a good introduction to rafting, no experience required.

Duration
2 h
Rapids
Class III
Departs
9 am / 1 pm
From
$70

Quick answers

How much does the rafting tour cost?

$70 per person in a group, or $100 for a private departure. Safety equipment, certified guides and a snack are included. A 50% deposit is required to book (PayPal accepted), with the remaining 50% paid in cash to your guide on the day of the tour.

Do I need previous rafting experience?

No. Class III rapids are suitable for first-time rafters, and your guides give a full safety briefing before you get on the water.

What does "Class III" mean?

It's an international scale for river difficulty. Class III means moderate rapids with some technical moves — exciting, but manageable for beginners with a good guide.

Is there an age or weight requirement?

Generally participants should be able to swim and be at least around 12 years old, but message us with specifics and we'll confirm for your group.

Two hours of white water on the Sarapiquí

The Sarapiquí River is one of the most accessible white water rivers in Costa Rica, with a steady flow of Class III rapids that give you a real rafting experience without requiring previous training. It's the kind of trip that works equally well as a first-time adventure or a fun add-on to a longer stay in Bajos del Toro.

Your certified guides handle navigation and safety throughout, briefing the group before launch and calling out paddle commands on the water. Between rapids there are calmer stretches to take in the river canyon and catch your breath before the next set.

What's included

  • Certified rafting guides.
  • Full safety equipment: helmet, life jacket and paddle.
  • A snack after the rafting run.
  • Departures at 9:00 am or 1:00 pm, every day.
  • Transport can be added, priced by distance from your accommodation.

What to bring

  • Swimsuit worn under your clothes.
  • Quick-dry clothing — avoid cotton.
  • Water shoes or sandals with a back strap (no flip-flops).
  • A change of clothes and a towel for after.

Important: open sandals or flip-flops without a back strap are not allowed on the river — footwear needs to stay on in the water.

Frequently asked questions

Yes, basic swimming ability is required. You'll wear a life jacket throughout, but you should be comfortable in water.
Group departures join you with other travelers on the same raft at a lower per-person rate. A private departure is guided just for your party.
No — this is a dedicated rafting departure on the Sarapiquí River. The ATV Tour includes a stop with kayaks at La Flor waterfall, which is a separate, calmer activity.
Yes, expect to get completely wet. Leave valuables and electronics with your guide or back at your accommodation before the tour.
Light rain doesn't stop the tour — you're getting wet regardless. If river levels rise to unsafe conditions, your guide will reschedule you to another day.
Yes — many visitors pair a morning rafting run with a waterfall hike or the ATV Tour the same day, or on the days before or after.

More adventure in the valley

Pair your rafting day with a quad ride, canyoning or a technical canyon hike during your stay in Bajos del Toro.

Quebrada Gata canyon hike, Bajos del Toro

Quebrada Gata

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Ready to hit the rapids?

Tell us your dates and group size — we'll confirm the group or private departure that works for you.

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