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Costa Rica Rafting
 Costa Rica is a country dominated by mountains and, due to very high annual rainfall it has an abundance of water. As a result Costa Rica Rivers are considered to be among the finest in the world for whitewater rafting and kayaking.
In Costa Rica it is advisable to take a rafting or kayaking tour with a licensed Costa Rican outfitter. They have the best boats, kayaks and equipment along with the experience and expertise to provide a great river trip. Prices are quite reasonable and usually include equipment, shuttle service from your hotel, guides and food.
Whitewater rafting from an ecotourism point of view, offers very low-impact on the environment. Costa Rica rivers bring you to the most remote and pristine rainforest, where fauna and flora can be seen from a very unique point of view.
Important note: Make sure that your tour operator is licensed with the (ICT) and you pay close attention to the safety demonstration that is given before you embark on this thrill ride.
The average cost for this tour is $75-$100. per person.
The best Costa Rican rivers to go rafting and kayaking are:
- Reventazón River (Class II to IV)
- Pacuare River (Class III to V)
- Sarapiquí River (Class I to V)
- Peñas Blancas River (Class III and IV)
- Corobicí River (Class I & II)
On the west coast, the Rio Sevegre (Class II to IV) and Rio Naranjo (Class III & IV) begin their descents from the mountains behind Manuel Antonio National Park where it meets the blue waters of the Pacific Ocean .
International Scale of River Diffculties
Class I Moving water a few riffles and small waves. Few or no obstructions.
Class II Easy rapids with waves up to three feet, and wide, clear channels that are obvious without scouting. Some maneuvering is required.
Class III Rapids with high, irregular waves often capable of swamping an open canoe. Narrow passages that often require complex maneuvering. May require scouting from shore.
Class IV Long, difficult rapids, with constricted passages that often require precise maneuvering in very turbulent waters. Scouting from shore is often necessary, and conditions make rescue difficult. Generally not possible for open canoes. Boaters in covered canoes and kayaks should be able to Eskimo roll.
Class V Extremely difficult, long and very violent rapids with highly congested routes that nearly always must be scouted from shore. Rescue conditions are difficult and there is a significant hazard to life in event of a mishap. Ability to Eskimo roll is essential for kayaks and canoes.
Class VI Difficulties of Class V carried to the extreme of navigability. Nearly impossible and very dangerous. For teams of experts only, after close study and with all precautions taken.
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