Itinerary
Day 1: The 3-day trip to Pacuare River offers you a unique experience that combines rafting and an incredible night in the Rainforest.
Stop At: Pacuare River, Pacuare River, Province of Limon
The Tour begins when we pick you up at the main hotels in San José, then our driver will drive for 1.5 hours until we reach the place where we will have a delicious typical Costa Rican breakfast, also in this place we take the opportunity to change into our clothes that we will use in the Rio Then we will arrive at the banks of the majestic Rio Pacuare, here you will be received by our guides who will help you to put on your safety equipment and will also give you a safety talk for the white water tour, then we begin our adventure in the rapids of the wonderful Rio Pacuare entering the majestic tropical jungle. During the journey we will cross class 2 and 3 rapids, giving us more and more confidence to enjoy them and the scenic beauty. We will stop at one of the magnificent beach on the banks of the river to enjoy a delicious lunch and then arrive at the Lodge where we will spend an incredible night with the Sound of the river and the jungle
Duration: 1 day
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Accommodation included: Lodging is included in the lodge
Day 2: Day of encounter with Nature
Stop At: Pacuare River, Pacuare River, Province of Limon
After an incredible night we don't get up and a delicious breakfast awaits us. After resting for breakfast, our guides will take us on different walks through our private reserve in the heart of an exuberant tropical jungle, they will take us through several trails to know different waterfalls and fresh water pools where we will have the opportunity to enjoy and swim in them. After walking through several trails we return to the Lodge where a delicious lunch awaits us. Then we will have the opportunity to rest in one of the hammocks to enjoy the sound of the river and the jungle. Our guides will also offer us to do more walks or if you prefer to spend the rest of the afternoon resting in our Logde before enjoying a wonderful candlelight dinner, something that will be a unique and unforgettable experience. After a day of hiking and new experiences we are ready to go to rest in our rooms to regain energy for the next day.
Duration: 1 day
Meals included:
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Accommodation included: Lodging is included in the Lodge
Day 3: Ready for more action
Stop At: Pacuare River, Pacuare River, Province of Limon
After a restful night we get up and breakfast awaits us with a good coffee, tea or hot chocolate. After breakfast we pack up our houses and are ready to start a new adventure. We put on our safety equipment and return to the rafts and begin to descend through the Rio Pacuare canyon, today we will touch rapids class 3 and 4 such as Huacas Arriba, Huacas down and Dos Montañas and many others which does this most exciting journey. You will also enjoy the beauty of the tropical jungle and if you are lucky you will see some birds such as Toucans, Oropendolas, Morpho Butterflies or Sloth Bear. We will stop at one of the magnificent beach on the banks of the river to enjoy a delicious lunch. Then we continue downstream until we reach our final point of the tour there our bus will be waiting for you with your dry clothes, you can shower and change to be ready for the return trip to your respective hotels.
Duration: 4 hours
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No accommodation included on this day.
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Caribbean Dish, 3FXP+2GG, Ruta Nacional Primaria 32, Limón, Siquirres, Maria Auxiliadora, Costa Rica
Traveler pickup is offered
Communicate the Name of the Hotel in which they will stay to verify if we pick up at that place
05:30 AM
3 days(approx.)
Returns to original departure point
Not wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 12 hours of travel. In this case confirmation will be received as soon as possible, subject to availability
Posted By : Joanne_T
I booked, paid and received confirmation from Viator 10 days before the date of the trip. I waited to be picked up on the day and when I wasn’t I called the tour operator. They said I wasn’t going because there is a 2 person minimum and I only booked for me. At no stage did Viator or the operator contact me to tell me it wasn’t going ahead. By then it was too late to book another tour or activity. Absolutely terrible service. Disappointed not to go and disappointed after having a great time otherwise in Costa Rica.
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Posted On : 2024-04-22
Posted By : johnbT5585LN
What a tremendous 3-day trip, thanks to Giovani for his skill on the river. My wife started very nervous about our rafting, but within an hour, we were all enjoying the trip. Thanks to Alex and Diago for making our stay at Ave Sol River Sanctuary so much fun (can all 3 of them cook!!!!). The walk up to the waterfall was a great adventure, complete with a thunderstorm, screaming monkeys and trees falling in our path. Thanks again to all for a great adventure and trip.
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Posted On : 2023-12-02
Posted By : K4214LOkateg
What an amazing trip. We went on the 3 day adventure and very happy we did! The guides are all very knowledgeable and kind. The meals were fresh and delicious! The hikes and rafting were awesome! Will go back again for another 3 day trip!
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Posted On : 2023-03-28
Posted By : svensson19
An experience which I really could recommend!! From the guides (Michele) to the Lodge Owner (Alvaro) and his wife were all so friendly and try their best that you have an unforgettable visit in their lodge. You feel like a part of their family. The lodge is just beautiful with very clean houses/rooms and a majestic view to the rainforest. The trip on the River Pacuare is as well as just impressive, pure nature and not less adrenaline.
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Posted On : 2023-02-25
Posted By : applecrispNH
I can't say enough good things about this adventure. From beginning to end the team from Tropical Rivers took great care of us (family of 2 parents and 2 adult sons) and gave us an experience we will never forget. Rafting on the Pacuare River was a blast - the scenery was gorgeous, the rapids were exciting, the Rios Lodge where we spent two nights was an oasis in the jungle with gorgeous flowers, stunning views, comfortable rooms, and the most amazing waterfall pools to swim in. But what made this trip truly exceptional was our guide Raul. He is an expert paddler and knows the river by heart - we always felt completely safe. Having the other rafts and the kayakers nearby reinforced my peace of mind - they all worked as a team on the river and it was clear these were seasoned professionals. Raul had non-stop energy, was a super fun person to be around and had an encyclopedic knowledge of the animals, insects, birds and plantlife. He took us out on three separate long hikes, (including one at night!) and was able to name and give fun facts about everything around us, wildly exceeding our expectations. Raul and his helper Alonzo (who expertly handled the supply raft and made sure the food and all our belongings didn't end up in the river) were also talented chefs, preparing and serving the fresh, delicious buffet-style meals in the Rios Lodge's open air kitchen overlooking the river. They even made intricate garnishes out of vegetables and, since I'm not a coffee drinker, Raul concocted amazing hot chocolate for me each morning. Although we moved on to other beautiful areas of Costa Rica over the following 8 days, our conversations kept turning back to Raul and our adventures on the Pacuare River.
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Posted On : 2023-01-08
Posted By : johnmP2429EJ
There was mix-up on the lodge we were supposed to stay in. We were put up in a property was not the one we paid for but the company made it right by giving us a credit - which was very honorable by them. If we had originally booked the lesser quality location we would have been fine because it was fun and unique. So with the credit it all came out great! The accommodations we ended up with I would call primitive glamping, no hot water, pretty open to everything but we enjoyed ourselves. Our river guide, Michele, was outstanding. He also took us on a hike to the indigenous village above the lodge we stayed, they have been living close the same way for almost 400 years. Great experience. The beauty going down the river was breathtaking!!!! I would highly recommend this Pacuare river adventure!
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Posted On : 2022-12-14
Posted By : Wander333122
From start to finish, this was the best part of entire visit to Costa Rica (and we did some great things)!
Christopher was an amazing guide. He was fun, professional, spoke good English, and is an tremendous cook (he prepared all of our delicious meals!). We always felt safe and well-taken care of. He was very polite and considerate and kept everyone on time.
Staying at the eco lodge for 2 nights is totally worth it. It gives you time to relax, hike, swim at the waterfall pools, and just chill out in a hammock. Gorgeous spot!
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Posted On : 2022-04-07
Posted By : Johannes_M
Wow, where to start. Such a beautiful experience and I especially want to thank Gustavo for making this an unforgettable journey. Not only did he constantly make sure I was comfortable as a solo traveler, but we had some very good and intriguing conversations that made this much more than "just" a wild water tour. He was not just a great guide, but also a good friend. However, Christopher, Raoul, Giovanni and even crazy Diego were all such great guys and I had a blast being with them.
Coming to Costa Rica I had to change my plans at the last minute. I booked this tour just two days in advance, and I was initially quite nervous if I'd be able to go at all: at that time, this tour had no reviews on this site. However, the guys at the tour were very responsive and helpful, even picking me up at a hostel which wasn't listed for pick-up.
The drive to the location and back was perfect: nice air-conditioning and even USB ports. There arrived precisely when they said they would, and along the road a lot of funs facts were told to us.
However, the reason you are reading this review is of course because you want to know how the rafting experience was. Let me tell you by saying that I won't forget this adventure for a long time. You can go river rafting with a lot of companies, who have a lot of different employees, but you won't find any company with such great guys like here. Even though they put safety first, they know where the hot spots in the river are and make this an awesome adventure. They guide you and make sure everyone is having a great time and is a part of the journey, whether you be young or old or athletic or lazy. The guides explain different facts about the jungle during your stay and you occassionally stop for some beautiful hiking moments. There are even moments you can jump in the water and float alongside the boat in an epic canyon. They do everything they can to make sure you enjoy your stay.
Further more, the lodge where you stay is simply just beautiful. No wifi or cellphone connection, which means peace and rest for body and mind. Cherry on top: the food they serve is simply delicious. Get ready for some typical Costa Rican dishes with nice surprises.
The three day tour was definitely worth it, although some might rather choose the two day. The difference is that with the three day tour, you stay an extra day to relax at the lodge and explore the surrounding jungle with a guide.
Although I went alone, plenty of families and friends went on this tour and had a great time, from what I could gather. Keep in mind that 6 people fills a boat, but you can go rafting even with an uneven number.
My words fall way too short in how I can describe this tour. For the start of my vacation here, however, I can assure you I loved every moment of it. Definitely a recommendation. Do make sure to bring shoes that can get wet, though, because you'll be making gigantic splashes.
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Posted On : 2021-11-09
Posted By : Jet07338277305
Waanzinnige ervaring, super goede organisatie! Het raften is top met hele goede, deskundige begeleiding, de lodge waar we 2 nachten verbleven helemaal top! Basis voorzieningen, maar absoluut goed. Eten erg lekker en de gidsen, Esteban en Diego waren geweldig en erg gezellig! Dag 2 een leuke hike gedaan met de gidsen; veel gezien en vooral veel lol gehad bij de watervallen en lekker gezwommen! Al met al een top ervaring; hoogte punt in Costa Rica!
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Posted On : 2022-08-06
Posted By : Rut-174
Sin lugar a dudas ha sido una de las mejores experiencias que hemos podido vivir en Costa Rica.
Nuestro guía fué Kenny y no podíamos haber estado mejor acompañados y atendidos. Un 10 de principio a final.
La única manera de acceder al alojamiento es mediante rafting, con lo cuál sólo puedes llevar lo imprescindible. En nuestro caso nos guardaron las maletas grandes de viaje hasta finalizar la experiencia y nos fuimos con las mochilas dónde llevábamos lo necesario para los tres días.
El rafting es muy seguro. Te dan casco y chaleco de protección. Los guías son expertos y conocen muy bien el río. Además nos acompañaba una persona extra de soporte que iba siempre cerca en una piragua.
Realizamos dos salidas en rafting. La primera de aproximadamente 1h30 y la segunda de unas 4h con parada para almorzar. El Río es espectacular, la segunda parte es la más escénica. Es indescriptible lo bonito que es el paisaje y la de flora y fauna que se ve durante el recorrido. Flotar en las zonas tranquilas del río es muy recomendable. También en esta segunda salida nos acompaño un fotógrafo profesional que hizo fotografías durante el recorrido y luego nos vendió todas a muy buen precio.
El hotel Ríos Tropicales nos pareció espectacular, su entorno en plena naturaleza lo hace mágico. Desayunamos, almorzamos y cenamos de maravilla, especialmente en las cenas dónde nos preparaban una mesa con velas y vino. También pudimos disfrutar de la "happy hour" (una copa y picoteo buenísimo) sobre las 17h30.
Sí todo esto no era suficiente, también nos surgió la oportunidad, gracias a Kenny, de conocer cómo era antiguamente un poblado indígena que se encuentra a unas horas de camino des del hotel.
¡PURA VIDA!
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Posted On : 2022-05-03
