Savegre River tubing: Class II+ rapids near Quepos

You stop at a waterfall mid-descent and swim in natural pools between the rapids.

River tubing on the Savegre River near Quepos puts you in a tube through Class I and II+ rapids on an 8-kilometer run, with a live guide in English or Spanish, fresh fruit and refreshments, and pickup included. The full outing takes about 5 hours from Quepos, covering 36 kilometers to the river and back. Children are welcome from age 12. Moderate fitness is needed for the current and the waves.

The experience

The Savegre River sits 36 kilometers inland from Quepos, deep enough in the mountain that the drive alone frames what comes next. Once you reach the put-in, a live guide walks the group through the setup and the line you'll hold as the current picks up. The rapids themselves run Class I and II+: enough push to keep you alert, not enough to flip you out if you stay centered in the tube. The 8-kilometer descent takes roughly 2 hours of active floating, with the river's pace dictating when you move and when you hold.

Midway through, the guide pulls the group to the bank where a waterfall drops a few meters away. You get fresh fruit, cookies and juice here, a break that breaks up the adrenaline. After you push off again, the river opens into natural pools where you can swim between the rapids: a moment to reset before the current picks up once more. The final kilometers bring more waves and holes that will test whether you stay locked in the tube. The guide reads the water and calls the line.

Pickup is included from Quepos, and the guide speaks English or Spanish. The whole outing (drive, prep, the river itself, and the return) runs about 5 hours. You'll need at least moderate fitness to handle the current and the physical demand of staying centered through the rapids. The operator does not recommend this for travelers with spinal injuries, poor cardiovascular health, or pregnancy.

What’s included

• Live guide in English or Spanish.
• pickup from Quepos.
• fresh fruit, cookies and juices at the midway stop.
• access to natural pools for swimming between rapids.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

AgesAdult (18 to 60 years) · Infant (12 to 17 years) · Under 12: can't be booked

GroupUp to 15

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 12 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Extreme M&R

Is this one for you?The 5-hour commitment (drive, river time and return) fills most of a day, so plan this as your main outing from Quepos rather than one stop among several. The 2 hours on the water itself is steady but not extreme, which suits anyone with moderate fitness who wants adrenaline without technical whitewater skill.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Infant (12 to 17 years). Children under 12 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What are the rapids like on the Savegre River tubing run?

The Savegre rapids run Class I and II+, which means steady current and waves that push the tube but do not flip it if you stay centered. The 8-kilometer route has holes and waves that challenge your balance, with natural pools between sections where you can swim.

How long does the whole experience take from Quepos?

The full outing is about 5 hours, including the 36-kilometer drive to the river, setup, the 2-hour descent itself, and the return to Quepos. The active time on the water is roughly 2 hours.

What's included in the tubing adventure?

Pickup from Quepos, a live guide in English or Spanish, the tube and all safety setup, fresh fruit and refreshments at the midway waterfall stop, and access to the natural pools for swimming are all included.

What fitness level do I need for this?

You should have at least moderate physical fitness to handle the current, stay centered in the tube through the rapids, and manage the physical demand of the 2-hour descent. Children are welcome from age 12.

Is there a waterfall on the Savegre River tubing route?

Yes. A few meters from the riverbank midway through the descent, a waterfall drops near where the guide brings the group to shore for a fruit and juice break.