Balsa River White Water Rafting in La Fortuna & Costa Rican Lunch
Overview
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6 hours
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This Balsa River rafting experience combines adventure, nature, and local hospitality in one unforgettable tour. Unlike more intense rafting trips designed only for experienced paddlers, this experience is ideal for beginners, families, and travelers who want real excitement without feeling overwhelmed.
The Balsa River offers the perfect balance of fun Class II and III rapids and peaceful stretches where travelers can enjoy the scenery, swim, and look for wildlife such as sloths, monkeys, iguanas, and tropical birds.
In addition to rafting, guests enjoy fresh tropical fruit by the river, professional bilingual guides, round-trip transportation from La Fortuna, and a traditional Costa Rican lunch. It is more than a rafting trip it is a complete Arenal adventure.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
What To Expect
Experience one of the best white water rafting adventures in La Fortuna on the exciting Balsa River. This tour is perfect for first-timers, families with older children, and adventure lovers looking for the right mix of fun, nature, and adrenaline. Paddle through thrilling Class II and III rapids surrounded by lush rainforest, while enjoying calm sections of the river where you may spot sloths, monkeys, iguanas, and tropical birds along the way. With professional bilingual guides, quality safety equipment, and a friendly atmosphere, this experience is designed to be both exciting and accessible. During the tour, enjoy a refreshing break by the river with tropical fruit, then finish your adventure with a delicious traditional Costa Rican lunch. Round-trip transportation from most accommodations in La Fortuna is included, making this a convenient and unforgettable half-day adventure in Arenal.
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Balsa River White Water Rafting in La Fortuna & Costa Rican Lunch
Pickup included
What‘s Included
The best Costa Rican dishes
All Fees and Taxes
All safety equipment
Air-conditioned vehicle
Pickup points
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
4 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
AMAZING!
Cheryl T,Jun 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00AMAZING! This company is right in downtown La Fortuna and very well organized! The guides love their job (we had Axel who was fantastic!) and really have fun with everyone. We saw the most wildlife on this adventure. My 10yr & 13yr old enjoyed the 2/3 level. Food/adventure/company: 10/10!
Awesome thrilling family experience
48subhan,Jun 9, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did classes 2 &3 and we had an awesome experience. It was very fun and we would recommend for family who wants to have a thrilling experience. The tour guides - Kervin, Arganiz and Eric(pardon if I didn’t have the spelling right)- were extremely helpful, informative and made sure it was safe. they showed animals along the way. Thanks for making the experience memorable.
Great activity
rayanb625,Jan 1, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing experience. Everything was well explained and seamless. I felt safe all the time. Thank you so much, I will recommand it to everyone!
Best experience ever
jaycub62,Apr 2, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did all their tours, they took such good care of us. Made sure we got the best deal on all of our of the tours we took. Very fast response. Been here multiple times, I would recommend them to anyone who is in town visiting and looking for the best bang for your buck.
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