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Pacuare River Rafting from San Jose: 29km White Water AdventurePacuare River whitewater rafting with 29km of Class II-V rapids. Includes transport from San Jose, gear, guide, and lunch. Full day tour from Turrialba.Every day · 08:00 · Pickup optional · From age 12★ 4.95 (385)6hEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 99per person
Pacuare River: White Water Rafting Day Trip from San JoséWake up early in San José for a Pacuare River rafting adventure, with hotel pickup, breakfast, expert guides, and riverside lunch included. Book your spot today.Every day · 06:00 · Hotel pickup · Ages 12–55★ 4.67 (251)10hEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 125per person
Pacuare River rafting tour: 4-hour private trip with lunchRaft the Pacuare River on a private 4-hour tour from Turrialba with lunch included, a photographer documenting the run.Every day · 07:30 · From age 9★ 4.94 (204)2h–4hEN · ES✓ Instant confirmationfromUS$ 125per person
Sarapiquí River Rafting: Class II & III Rapids for FamiliesPaddle Class II and III rapids on the Sarapiquí River for three hours with an internationally certified guide, lunch, and all safety gear included.Every day · First departure 08:30, last 15:30 · From age 8★ 4.93 (200)3hEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 85per person
Pacuare River Rafting from Turrialba: Class III & IV RapidsPacuare River rafting near Turrialba with class III-IV rapids, 18 miles, waterfalls & jungle. Includes guide, lunch, transfer from Turrialba. Full day adventure.Every day · 07:45 and 08:00 · From age 12★ 4.96 (196)6hEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 120per person
San Jose: Sarapiqui River Class III & IV Whitewater RaftingClass 3-4 whitewater rafting on Costa Rica's Sarapiqui River near Arenal. 14 miles, 2+ hours paddling, certified guides, lunch & gear included. Small groups from San Jose.Every day · 08:30 and 12:00 · Ages 14–65★ 4.99 (108)3hEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 85per person
Pacuare River Rafting from San Jose: 52 rapidsWhitewater rafting on Costa Rica's Pacuare River from San Jose with hotel pickup, professional guide, breakfast and lunch included.Every day · 05:30 · Hotel pickup · From age 12★ 4.61 (70)12hEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 119per person
Rafting Sarapiqui River Class II-III: 12 rapids for familiesRaft 12 rapids on the Sarapiqui River through rainforest with certified guide, equipment and transport included. Halfway break in a natural pool for swimming.Every day · 09:30 and 14:00 · Ages 7–60★ 5.00 (59)3hEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 60per person
Pacuare River Rafting: 18 Miles of Class III-IV RapidsRaft 18 miles of Class III and IV rapids on the Pacuare River with a guide and meals included, departing from San José with hotel pickup.Every day · Hotel pickup · From age 12★ 4.76 (17)1dEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 124per person
Pacuare River Rafting: 30 km Class III-IV WhitewaterRaft 30 km of Class III-IV rapids on the Pacuare River from San José with professional guides, meals and hotel pickup for an adrenaline-filled day.Every day · 05:00 · Hotel pickup · From age 12★ 4.79 (14)4h 30mEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 128per person
Whitewater Rafting Sarapiquí River Class 3-4 from La FortunaWhitewater rafting on Costa Rica's Sarapiquí River with class 3-4 rapids, guide, equipment and lunch included. Pickup from La Fortuna, eight hours total.Next departure: 13 Jun 2027 · Hotel pickup · From age 10★ 4.92 (12)8hEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 122per person
Pacuare River Rafting 2-Day Class III & IV AdventureTwo-day rafting on Costa Rica's Pacuare River with hotel pickup from San José, overnight lodge stay, all meals and equipment included.Every day · Hotel pickup · From age 12★ 4.90 (10)2dEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 370per person
Pacuare River rafting: Class III-IV white water from San JoseRaft 19 miles of Class III-IV white water through the rainforest on the Pacuare River with hotel pickup from San Jose, meals.Every day · 05:30 · Hotel pickup · From age 11★ 5.00 (6)11hEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 139per person
Pacuare River Rafting: Class III-IV Rapids & GorgeRaft class III and IV rapids on Costa Rica's Pacuare River with breakfast, lunch and hotel pickup included.Every day · 06:00 · Pickup optional · From age 7★ 4.60 (5)9hEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 195per person
Pacuare River Rafting from San José: Class III–IV rapidsRaft 24 km of National Geographic-ranked whitewater through rainforest and Cabécar territory with Jonatan's personal guide, including hotel pickup from San José and lunch.Every day · 07:30, 08:00 and 09:00 · Pickup optional · From age 10★ 5.00 (5)8hEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 125per person
Sarapiquí River Wildlife Safari: Family Rafting TourFloat the gentle Sarapiquí River spotting howler monkeys, sloths and toucans with a certified guide, certified guide, kayak and lunch included.Every day · 08:30 and 12:00 · From age 4★ 5.00 (3)3hEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 90per person
Rafting Balsa River level II-III with canopy tour from San JoséRaft the Balsa River through a deep canyon with waterfalls and white water, then fly across eight cables through 500 acres of forest on a canopy tour.Every day · 06:00 · Hotel pickup · From age 12★ 4.67 (3)9hEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 180per person
Class 4 Rafting in San Jose: Small Group Whitewater AdventureClass 4 whitewater rafting near San Jose with a small group and experienced guide who tailors the run to your skill level.Every day · 09:00 · From age 14★ 5.00 (3)3hEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 95per person
Pacuare River Rafting 2-Day: Class III & IV Rapids, LodgePaddle 36 kilometers of Class III and IV whitewater on the Pacuare River over two days from San Jose, with overnight lodge stay.Every day · 06:00 · Hotel pickup · Ages 18–75★ 5.00 (1)2dEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 375per person
Rio Grande de Orosi rapids Class II-III: 5.5 km whitewaterRaft 5.5 km of Class II-III rapids on the Rio Grande de Orosi with a qualified guide, safety briefing and lunch included.Every day · 07:00 and 07:30 · Hotel pickup · From age 6★ 5.00 (1)7h 30mEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 110per person
Rafting and Canopy Tour from San Jose: SarapiquiCanopy and white-water rafting in Sarapiqui from San Jose with lunch, guide and hotel pickup. Class II-III rapids and nine cables over secondary forest.Every day · 06:00 and 08:00 · Hotel pickup · Ages 9–55★ 5.00 (1)10hEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 215per person
Costa Rica 5-Day Jungle & Island Tour: Tortuga, Arenal, RaftingBook a 5-day Costa Rica vacation with Tortuga Island, Arenal Volcano, La Fortuna Waterfall, Baldi Hot Springs, and Sarapiqui River rafting. All included.Every day · Hotel pickup · All ages★ 5.00 (2)5dEN · ES✓ Instant confirmationfromUS$ 1,350per person
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✓ 2026-10-29| Option | Price | Duration | Rating | Days and times | Guide languages |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pacuare River Rafting from San Jose: 29km White Water AdventureOur pick | US$ 99 per person | 6h | 4.95★ · 385 | Every day · 08:00 | English, Spanish |
| Rafting Sarapiqui River Class II-III: 12 rapids for familiesBest value | US$ 60 per person | 3h | 5.00★ · 59 | Every day · 09:30 and 14:00 | English, Spanish |
| San Jose: Sarapiqui River Class III & IV Whitewater RaftingTop rated | US$ 85 per person | 3h | 4.99★ · 108 | Every day · 08:30 and 12:00 | English, Spanish |
| Pacuare River: White Water Rafting Day Trip from San José | US$ 125 per person | 10h | 4.67★ · 251 | Every day · 06:00 | English, Spanish |
| Pacuare River rafting tour: 4-hour private trip with lunch | US$ 125 per person | 2h–4h | 4.94★ · 204 | Every day · 07:30 | English, Spanish |
| Sarapiquí River Rafting: Class II & III Rapids for Families | US$ 85 per person | 3h | 4.93★ · 200 | Every day · First departure 08:30, last 15:30 | English, Spanish |
| Pacuare River Rafting from Turrialba: Class III & IV Rapids | US$ 120 per person | 6h | 4.96★ · 196 | Every day · 07:45 and 08:00 | English, Spanish |
| Pacuare River Rafting from San Jose: 52 rapids | US$ 119 per person | 12h | 4.61★ · 70 | Every day · 05:30 | English, Spanish |
| Pacuare River Rafting: 18 Miles of Class III-IV Rapids | US$ 124 per person | 1d | 4.76★ · 17 | Every day | English, Spanish |
| Pacuare River Rafting: 30 km Class III-IV Whitewater | US$ 128 per person | 4h 30m | 4.79★ · 14 | Every day · 05:00 | English, Spanish |
| Whitewater Rafting Sarapiquí River Class 3-4 from La Fortuna | US$ 122 per person | 8h | 4.92★ · 12 | Next departure: 13 Jun 2027 | English, Spanish |
| Pacuare River Rafting 2-Day Class III & IV Adventure | US$ 370 per person | 2d | 4.90★ · 10 | Every day | English, Spanish |
Rafting San Jose at a glance
- Our pick: Pacuare River Rafting from San Jose: 29km White Water Adventure, US$ 99 (6h, 4.95★ · 385).
- Best value: Rafting Sarapiqui River Class II-III: 12 rapids for families, US$ 60 (3h, 5.00★ · 59).
- Top rated: San Jose: Sarapiqui River Class III & IV Whitewater Rafting, US$ 85 (3h, 4.99★ · 108).
Real price per person across the 22 options: US$ 60–US$ 1,350 (median US$ 124). With 100+ reviews: 6 of 22.
Of the 22 options: 20 with free cancellation, 21 with instant confirmation, 15 with hotel pickup, 2 kid-friendly, 1 private and 14 bookable last-minute.
How we rank: quality, number of reviews and relevance to the topic. In the comparison table, our top 3 comes first. Price per person.
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