*****Private Rafting Tour
Rio Balsa Class II,III & IV
Tour Description
Embark on a thrilling adventure with our private rafting tour starting from your hotel or our office in La Fortuna. Travel comfortably in a modern AC-equipped bus for 45 minutes to reach Rio La Balsa. There, we’ll outfit you with essential gear and provide a comprehensive safety briefing led by our bilingual, certified guides with over a decade of experience.
Experience the exhilarating rush as you navigate through 25 rapids along a 10-kilometer stretch over 2 hours. Along the way, savor seasonal fruits and take breaks amidst scenic riverbanks teeming with wildlife like sloths, iguanas, and river birds. The inviting water temperature invites you to take a refreshing swim amidst lush vegetation and captivating landscapes.
As the journey concludes, our bus, water, and towels await, ready to escort you back to La Fortuna. Indulge in a delicious traditional lunch and coffee while reliving the adventure through amusing photographs captured during the rapids. Finally, we’ll transport you back to your La Fortuna hotel, leaving you with unforgettable memories of an adrenaline-packed day on the river.
Minimun Age
6 years old
Duration
5 hours total:
2 hours rafting + 1 h lunch + 1.5 h driving (back and forward)
Price
$170 with taxes included
Departure Time
9:40 am from our main office in La Fortuna
If you plan to use our shuttle service, please refer to the following pick-up times.
Hotel Pick-up Times
| Pick-Up Times – Balsa River Rafting | |
|---|---|
| Tabacon Resort | 8:40 |
| The Springs Resort | 8:40 |
| Kioro | 8:45 |
| Arenal Manoa | 8:50 |
| Campo Verde | 8:50 |
| Mountain Paradise | 8:50 |
| Arenal Paraiso | 8:55 |
| Montaña de Fuego | 8:55 |
| Miradas Arenal | 8:55 |
| Amor Arenal | 9:00 |
| Kokoro | 9:00 |
| Arenal Springs | 9:00 |
| Arenal Waterfall Lodge | 9:00 |
| Lomas del volcan | 9:00 |
| Nayara | 9:00 |
| Tifakara | 9:05 |
| Volcano Lodge | 9:05 |
| Arenal Oasis | 9:10 |
| Casa del Rio | 9:10 |
| Baldi | 9:10 |
| Casa Luna | 9:10 |
| El Silencio del Campo | 9:10 |
| Los Lagos | 9:10 |
| Hotel Eco Arenal | 9:10 |
| Noah´s Forests | 9:10 |
| Paradise Hot Springs | 9:10 |
| Royal Corin | 9:10 |
| Silencio del Campo | 9:10 |
| Termalitas | 9:10 |
| Volcano Inn | 9:10 |
| Arena Montechiary | 9:15 |
| Arenal Country Inn | 9:15 |
| Bijagua | 9:15 |
| Cerro Chato Lodge | 9:15 |
| Hotels at Jauri | 9:15 |
| Palacios Arenal | 9:15 |
| La Pradera | 9:15 |
| Magic Mountain | 9:15 |
| Rancho Cerro Azul | 9:15 |
| Roca Negra | 9:15 |
| Arenal History Inn | 9:15 |
| Villas Vilma | 9:15 |
| Arenal Backpackers | 9:20 |
| Arenal Rafting Company | 9:20 |
| Arenal Rooms | 9:20 |
| Fortuna Suites | 9:20 |
| Hotels at Barrio Pilo | 9:20 |
| Santa Fe Hostel | 9:20 |
| Rio Danta Hostel | 9:20 |
| Sierra Arenal | 9:20 |
| DownTown Inn | 9:25 |
| Las Palmas | 9:25 |
| Monte Real | 9:25 |
| Secreto | 9:25 |
| San Bosco | 9:25 |
| Selinas | 9:25 |
| Xilopalo | 9:25 |
| Palmera Real | 9:40 |
| Hotels at Barrio Dora | 9:40 |
| Hotels at Ecoquintas | 9:45 |
What is included ?
- Transportation from most of the hotels. (read more)
- Bilingual boat guide.
- Private Safety Kayaker.
- River Picnic.
- Lunch & Towels.
- Drinks.
Transportation
Bilingual Guides
River Picnic
Lunch
