Whitewater Rafting: Family Fun on Class II & III

Experience the thrill of Class II & III white water rafting while enjoying the beauty of Costa Rica’s wildlife. Perfect for families and beginners!

Duration: 6 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Costa Rica Descents Balsa River Put-in - Experience the ultimate rafting adventure on the Balsa River! This activity offers an exciting mix of whitewater thrills and tranquil spots perfect for spotting wildlife such as monkeys, iguanas, and sloths. The exhilarating Class II-III rapids promise fun and excitement for the entire family.
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What's Included
  • Rafting
  • Lunch
  • Adventure
  • Pick up/drop off La Fortuna
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Photos
Additional Information

Class II & III White Water Rafting Experience!!
Experience a unique blend of adrenaline-charged whitewater challenges and tranquil sections of water that are perfect for a refreshing swim. This is an ideal family-friendly escapade, particularly for those new to rafting. Keep your eyes peeled for the rich wildlife in this part of the Balsa, including…

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

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Marcin_p
Apr 19, 2026
Epic waterfall descent - What a great experience. They start you off slow so you get a hang of their system and then the ultimate challenge and descent. Excellent crew. Delicious lunch.
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Lisseta267
Apr 18, 2026
White water rafting fun - Best experience!!!! They care about every detail. Super fun guides! Saw lots of wildlife and they include lunch, fruits, and drinks that was so good!!!! The only thing i didn’t really like or understand is that the same guides that make your experience amazing are the same ones they have cleaning the buses and bathrooms at the restaurant afterwards. These guys work so hard all day i don’t think it’s fair that they also have to keep up with cleaning back at the restaurant. Other than that 10/10 recommend
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L7689hejorger
Apr 17, 2026
Excellent experience - Excellent service and attention , highly recommended
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Cepcrash
Apr 13, 2026
Best Rafting - Excellent. First time rafting. Very very good. The best guide Aimon. PuraVida!!!
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Shanna_n
Apr 12, 2026
Laughs, Rapids & Pura Vida Vibes All the Way! - This white water rafting experience was an absolute highlight of our trip! Jean Carlos and Austin were incredible guides—not only did they keep us alive, they also kept us laughing and fully entertained from start to finish. Their energy and expertise made the whole adventure feel exciting yet totally manageable. Halfway down the river, we were treated to a fresh fruit feast right on the riverbank, which was such a refreshing and thoughtful touch. And to top it all off, we enjoyed a delicious traditional lunch at the end of the day—such a perfect way to wrap up an unforgettable day. If you’re looking for an exhilarating adventure filled with laughter, great company, and amazing local touches, this is an absolute must-do in Costa Rica! Pura Vida!
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Elizabeth_s
Apr 11, 2026
Amazing!! - Super fun activity for first-time white water rafting. Guides were great, fruit and lunch was nice, and we got going before the other companies so it felt like we had the river to ourselves. Also loved the mini farm tour at the end and getting to try sugarcane! Such good value, 10/10 would recommend
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Catherine_l
Apr 11, 2026
So fun we did it twice! - This was the perfect 1st whitewater rafting experience for our 2 kids (ages 10 and 13). They had a great time and asked to do it again. Warner was our awesome tour and river guide and he made sure we had fun while being safe. Highly recommend!
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Kirkmh2175yu
Apr 8, 2026
Orlando was a great guide!! - Orlando was a great guide! He was very informative and great with our children! It was a fun trip and he knew the river well!
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Terryom1403wh
Apr 8, 2026
Highlight of Our Trip - Fun and exciting rafting trip. Extra rafting safety precautions implemented were greatly appreciated. Trip cost was reasonable for a six hour excursion that included rafting, snack, great traditional lunch and tour of native plants and how to make sugar water. Carlos was our raft guide that made our experience extra special and entertaining by stopping to view the sloths, howler monkeys and other wildlife along the river. The rafting although challenging at times was appropriate for our group that were all over 65 without any physical restrictions. It was a fantastic experience we will not forget and can share with our grandchildren. Highly recommend this tour group for river rafting if you like a more private, personalized, exciting, fun and very safe day of river rafting,
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Kara_b
Apr 7, 2026
Amazing - Sanchez was an amazing guide! Very family friendly. Parents and kids enjoyed it! The lunch was amazing and the farm tour was a great way to end the day.
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From $65
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).