Balsa River Rafting Tour From La Fortuna Arenal
Class II and III Whitewater Rafting Adventure
🌿 Experience an Exciting Whitewater Rafting Adventure in Costa Rica
Experience an unforgettable rafting adventure on the Balsa River, surrounded by tropical rainforest, abundant wildlife and beautiful scenery near La Fortuna and Arenal Volcano.
Your experience begins with transportation from your hotel in the La Fortuna area and a scenic drive through the Costa Rican countryside. Upon arrival, professional bilingual guides will provide a complete safety briefing and help you prepare for the river.
Navigate exciting Class II and III rapids, refreshing stretches of calm water and spectacular rainforest landscapes. Along the way, you may spot monkeys, sloths, toucans, iguanas and colorful tropical birds in their natural habitat.
Combining adventure, nature and family-friendly fun, the Balsa River is an excellent choice for beginners, families and travelers looking for an exciting outdoor activity near La Fortuna.
Tour Highlights
- Exciting Class II and III rapids
- Beautiful tropical rainforest scenery
- Opportunities to observe monkeys, sloths, toucans and other wildlife
- Professional bilingual rafting guides
- Suitable for beginners and families
- Tropical fruit break by the river
- Traditional Costa Rican lunch
- Round-trip transportation from La Fortuna
Departure and Duration
- Departure time: 9:30 a.m.
- Duration: Approximately 5 hours
- Pick-up: Hotels in the La Fortuna area
- Location: Balsa River, Costa Rica
- Minimum recommended age: 8 years old
Rates
Adults: From $120 USD per person, plus 13% tax.
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What’s Included
- Round-trip transportation from hotels in the La Fortuna area
- Professional bilingual rafting guides
- Class II and III whitewater rafting experience
- Safety briefing and instructions
- Helmet, life jacket, paddle and rafting equipment
- Tropical fruit snack
- Traditional Costa Rican lunch
Not Included
- Personal expenses
- Optional gratuities
What to Bring
- Swimsuit or quick-drying clothing
- Secure water shoes or closed-toe sandals
- Sunscreen
- Towel
- Change of clothes
- Reusable water bottle
- Sunglasses with a secure strap
- Waterproof camera or protective case
Your Balsa River Rafting Experience
After being picked up from your hotel, travel through the beautiful countryside to the Balsa River operations area. Your guides will provide detailed safety instructions and prepare all necessary rafting equipment before the adventure begins.
Paddle through exciting Class II and III rapids while enjoying the surrounding tropical rainforest. During the calmer sections of the river, watch for monkeys, sloths, toucans, iguanas and other native wildlife.
Stop along the river for a refreshing tropical fruit break before continuing through more rapids and spectacular scenery.
After completing the rafting route, enjoy a traditional Costa Rican lunch before returning comfortably to your hotel in La Fortuna.
Book Your Balsa River Rafting Tour
Discover the perfect combination of whitewater adventure, tropical rainforest and Costa Rican wildlife on one of the most enjoyable rafting tours near La Fortuna and Arenal Volcano.
Availability is limited, especially during the high season. We recommend booking in advance to secure your preferred date.