Pacuare River Tours: compare 7 options from US$ 125

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Pacuare River: White Water Rafting Day Trip from San José

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Pacuare River: White Water Rafting Day Trip from San José★ 4.67 (249) · 10hfromUS$ 125View ›

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Pacuare River rafting tour: 4-hour private trip with lunch

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Pacuare River rafting tour: 4-hour private trip with lunch★ 4.94 (204) · 2h–4hfromUS$ 125View ›

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2-Day Pacuare River Rafting: Class 2-4 Rapids & Jungle Lodge

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2-Day Pacuare River Rafting: Class 2-4 Rapids & Jungle Lodge★ 5.00 (9) · 2dfromUS$ 397View ›

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3-Day Pacuare River Rafting & Rainforest Lodge Adventure

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3-Day Pacuare River Rafting & Rainforest Lodge Adventure★★★★★★★★★★ 4.64 (14)3dIf you want real adventure mixed with rainforest calm, this 3-day Pacuare River trip is it—rafting wild rapids by day, sleeping in a jungle lodge by night, plus hikes to waterfalls only locals know about. You’ll come back tired but grinning.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 505View ›

Pacuare River Rafting 2-Day Class III & IV Adventure

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Pacuare River Rafting 2-Day Class III & IV Adventure★★★★★★★★★★ 4.90 (10)2dA two-day rafting trip on the Pacuare River departing from San José includes hotel pickup, transport to Cartago and Turrialba, 6 miles of whitewater on day one, overnight accommodation at Avesol Lodge, a guided forest walk, and another 5 hours of rafting on day two before return to San José around 6 p.m. The itinerary holds meals, drinks, all equipment and a safety kayaker; guides speak English and Spanish.Is it for me?Book this if you want a fully guided two-day rafting trip with overnight camp included—you paddle Class III and IV rapids on day one, then continue downriver on day two, with a river guide and safety kayaker managing the pace for moderate paddlers.Free cancellationfromUS$ 370View ›

Pacuare River rafting: Class III-IV white water from San Jose

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Pacuare River rafting: Class III-IV white water from San Jose★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (5)11hPacuare River rafting from San Jose is a full-day activity where you navigate 19 miles of Class III-IV white water through Costa Rica's rainforest, with hotel pickup, a professional guide, breakfast, lunch and all safety gear included. The river runs warm year-round and passes waterfalls, wildlife and dense vegetation throughout the route. Minimum age is 12; moderate fitness required.Is it for me?Book this if you're ready for a full day of active paddling through Class III-IV rapids—you'll need to follow guide commands throughout and handle moderate physical exertion in the boat.Free cancellationfromUS$ 139View ›

Pacuare River Rafting 2-Day: Class III & IV Rapids, Lodge

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Pacuare River Rafting 2-Day: Class III & IV Rapids, Lodge★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (1)2dA 2-day whitewater rafting and hiking expedition on the Pacuare River from San Jose, paddling 13 kilometers of Class III rapids on day one and 23 kilometers of Class IV rapids on day two, with an overnight stay at a riverside lodge in primary rainforest. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included; pickup from San Jose and return transport to your hotel are arranged. Minimum age is 18, and moderate fitness is required.Is it for me?The two-day structure means you paddle Class III water first and Class IV rapids on day two, when you've had practice and rest—the schedule is built around your skill progression, not compressed into one hard push. If you're arriving in San Jose with a free afternoon and want to spend a night in the rainforest without flying out to a remote lodge, this trip leaves from the city and returns you to it.Free cancellationfromUS$ 375View ›

Pacuare River Tours — what to know before booking

This guide compares 7 bookable options for Pacuare River Tours, with up-to-date prices and real traveler reviews. Prices start at US$ 125. The average rating is 4.9 out of 5, based on 492 traveler reviews.

Most options last half a day or longer. 6 of the 7 options offer free cancellation. The verdict at the top highlights the travelers' favorite, the best price and the top-rated option, updated with live data.

Frequently asked questions

How much does Pacuare River Tours cost?

Prices start at US$ 125. There are 7 options to compare, and the final price depends on the date, group size and the option you choose.

Can I book with free cancellation?

Yes: 6 of the 7 options offer free cancellation, so you can book now and confirm your plans later.

How long do these experiences last?

Most options last half a day or longer.

Which one is the travelers' favorite?

Pacuare River: White Water Rafting Day Trip from San José is the travelers' favorite, rated 4.7 out of 5 across 249 reviews.

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