<h2>What to Expect from White Water Rafting in Costa Rica</h2>Professional guides explain staying safe, paddling together, making turns, checking your safety gear, and then you’re ready to go.On your mark, get set, PADDLE! As you begin the river run, your guide will be calling out instructions, as your brain is understanding the process. Your body and legs are keeping you on your raft, as your arms are moving tandem with your fellow rafters. Don’t forget about blinking away the splashing water and beading sweat out of your eyes.&nbsp;Costa Rican Vacations travel agents recommend paying close attention to the instructions before the activity starts and then letting yourself go with the flow. Feel at one with your fellow rafters and let your subconscious remember the rules of how to paddle together, make turns, etc. Don’t worry about making your strokes perfect. Instead, focus on the feel of moving over the water. Let your body become one with the waves. Once you get the hang of paddling, keep an eye out for toucans, sloths, and monkeys.&nbsp;&nbsp;<h2>FAQ about White Water Rafting in Costa Rica</h2><ul><li>What is one of the best white water rafting rivers in Costa Rica? There are so many good choices to answer this question, but the Pacuare River gets the win because it’s been ranked internationally, by National Geographic, as one of the top five rivers in the world for white water rafting. There are 52 rapids in this one river. Not many other rivers in the world even come close to offering that. The fantastic views will take you far from city life. You will likely lose count of how many exciting animals you see, not to mention beautiful greenery and scenery, including waterfalls and a gorge. You’ll start with some light rapids and practice your skills, then come to some more fun, like the “Terciopelo snake” and “Double drop” rapids. Next, you come to a 150-foot waterfall before continuing to more challenging rapids.</li><li>Is Costa Rica white water rafting safe? Costa Rica white water rafting tours are safe because they all include a safety lesson before getting in the water. Part of the lesson is about maneuvering with your team safely, and another part is securing your life vest and helmet correctly. Tours of the more advanced rapids often have age restrictions and require swimming knowledge. All levels require the use of protective gear, like life jackets and helmets. Trained guides go with tours for added safety.</li><li>Who can go white water rafting? There are tours for all ages and many levels, from safari tubes floating to raging rapids and everything in between. The only thing to consider is whether you have the physical ability to paddle for the length of the tour because each member has to paddle at the same time to steer the raft correctly. Our experts can help you choose the location and rapid class best for the level of serenity or difficulty you prefer.</li><li>Which location is best for white water rafting in Costa Rica? All the locations have their unique features, but one of the most fun options is to go rafting in multiple locations by using rafting as a form of transport from one place to the next. It’s a great story to tell loved ones back home and a memory you’ll surely keep forever. Your luggage will go in a van while you travel by raft.</li></ul>

White Water Rafting

Hermosa Beach, Guanacaste

Hermosa Beach

Nature & Wildlife

National Parks

Adrenaline

Relaxing

Beach Fun

Waterfalls

Beach

Tenorio Volcano & Rio Celeste

Rio Celeste

Volcano

National Park

Rainforest

Arenal Volcano and La Fortuna

Arenal Volcano

Culture

Countryside

We visited Arenal and Guanacaste with my family. Emma Lasiuk created the best itinerary based on what we were interested in. Everything she recommended was exactly what we wanted and went so smoothly. All transfers from airport to different hotels were on time and very professional. The travel experience team answered our questions right away during our stay. I highly recommend Costa Rican Vacations.

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Moira & Dan - Marjeri Smith

I reached out to Costa Rican Vacations because they have an amazing reputation online and exceptional reviews. It was the best trip we've ever had! Anastasia was amazing and coordinated everything perfectly. I'd definitely book another trip &amp; she'll be my first call!

Amanda Farris Shook - Anastasia

My family and I spent 7 glorious days in Costa Rica. Rachel Peck put together a perfect itinerary. She was absolutely amazing! Very attentive to details and arranged unforgettable experiences for us. Many wonderful memories were made!

Marleen Chiaravalloti - Rachel Peck

I worked with Caitlin Summer to plan and book our Costa Rican vacation. She asked what we liked, wanted to see &amp; do and then sent us a proposal. We made a few changes and then booked our trip. Caitlin did a fantastic job meeting our expectations-booking a great hotel with a beautiful view in La Fortuna and an awesome bungalow in Puerto Viejo that made us feel like we were in the jungle.

Sharon Sagastume - Caitlin Summer

Wow!!! All I can say is that this trip was amazing. It was an incredible experience from beginning to end. The scenery in this country is beautiful and breathtaking. So much to learn about the continental divide and diversity of the plant and tree life in this beautiful lush rainforest. The volcano in Arenal was amazing. The scenery changed every minute literally. Emma Lasiuk was the reason we decided to take this vacation. I told her what I was looking for and she gave me and my wife everything I wanted and more.

Indiana Jones returns to Paradise

I would like to thank Costa Rican Vacations and Felipe Martinez, my consultant. For advising, assisting and planning my dream vacation to Costa Rica. He was patient, experienced, pleasant, warm, friendly, professional and always responded to my messages.

Savi Persad - Felipe Martinez

Our 35th anniversary and bucket list completed and met all of our expectations. Jake and his team help set up the perfect trip with a seamless transition from location to location. Highly recommend these guys!

John Childers - Jake

Anastasia made our honeymoon so special in so many ways! I can’t appreciate enough how stress-free she has made this process and fun along the way. She was always available even during our trip when I was feeling unwell the first few days and had multiple recommendations which had me feeling better in no time.&nbsp;

Cheyenne P - Anastasia

Perfectly executed 10 days of fun! Emilie helped us coordinate the trip and the execution was flawless. The activities were perfect for our family. Our experience in Costa Rica was made amazing because of Costa Rican Vacations and Emilie!

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Jaco

Quepos

Marina

Manuel Antonio

Perfect first time visit to Costa Rica! Planning with Felipe Martinez at Costa Rican Vacation was a breeze! He was prompt and super informative. When the time arrived, the travel was easy and very organized. All of the excursions that were recommended were top notch. Using Costa Rican Vacations and Felipe made all of the trip planning easy. Highly recommend.

Kerri - Felipe Martinez

Emma! We absolutely loved our vacation. I can't say enough good things about working with you and the trip planned! You listened carefully, offered advice, understood what we were looking for and set us up in great locations we will remember for a lifetime.&nbsp;

Livingston Lewis - Emma Lasiuk

Matthew put together a great itinerary and was very quick to respond to our emails. We developed a relationship with him and were comfortable reaching out to him. Thanks Matthew for your help!

George and Ellen Lipka - Matthew Briscoe

Manuel Antonio was the best. We booked through Vanessa. Everything was on time and perfect. Whole experience with CRV was mind blowing. I would recommend everybody to go through this travel company and Vanessa, she was so helpful. Thank you, girl! You are a rockstar.

Ana M - Vanessa Nichols

Savegre Valley

Pacuare River

Pacuare

Evening Megan!&nbsp;Thanks so much for all that you did for us. Everything was so amazing. Everyone was so nice and we really couldn’t have imagined a better trip! Costa Rica is an an amazing place and we’ll be sure to be back!&nbsp;

Savannah & Hayden Gibson - Megan Hagarty

Turquoise Oasis: Rio Celeste and Hermosa Beach

Turquoise Oasis

'Lost River' Adventure and Beach Time: Bagaces and Hermosa Beach

'Lost River' Adventure and Beach Time

Hermosa Beach and Manuel Antonio

Trail Less Traveled: Tenorio Volcano, Rio Celeste and Tamarindo

Trail Less Traveled

Oasis Vacation: Isla Chiquita and Rio Celeste

Oasis Vacation

Island

Rumble in the Jungle: Rincon de la Vieja Volcano  and Rio Celeste

Rumble in the Jungle

Unique Waterfalls of Costa Rica: Bajos del Toro Valley & Rio Celeste

Unique Waterfalls of Costa Rica

Cloud Forest

Paradise in Your Palm: Puerto Viejo and Rio Celeste

Paradise in Your Palm

Unique Waterfall Adventure: Rio Celeste and Rio Perdido

Unique Waterfall Adventure

Monteverde and Tenorio Volcano & Rio Celeste

Monteverde and Rio Celeste

Tenorio Volcano & Rio Celeste and Conchal Beach

Rio Celeste and Conchal Beach

Savegre Valley and Tenorio Volcano & Rio Celeste

Savegre Valley and Rio Celeste

Colors of Costa Rica: Celeste River and Jaco

Colors of Costa Rica

Monkeys and Waterfalls: Arenal Volcano and Rio Celeste

Monkeys and Waterfalls

No City Noise: Rio Celeste and Playa Panamá

No City Noise

Lovin' Costa Rica: Rio Celeste and Flamingo Beach

Lovin' Costa Rica

Rise and Shine! Celeste River and Coco Beach Combo

Rise and Shine!

Destination: Self-Care: Celeste River and Nosara

Destination: Self-Care

Jungle Rivers and Waterfalls: Tortuguero and Rio Celeste

Jungle Rivers and Waterfalls

Jungle Yoga and Beach Retreat: Rio Celeste and Santa Teresa

Jungle Yoga and Beach Retreat

Enchanting Waterfalls: San Gerardo de Dota and Rio Celeste

Enchanting Waterfalls

Swanky Costa Rica: Rio Celeste and Papagayo

Swanky Costa Rica

Tenorio Volcano & Rio Celeste and Manuel Antonio

Rio Celeste and Manuel Antonio

Jungle Meditation: San Ramón and Celeste River

Jungle Meditation

Arenal Volcano, Monteverde and Uvita

Arenal Volcano and Manuel Antonio

Volcano & Deep Sea Fishing: Arenal Volcano & Los Sueños

Volcano & Deep Sea Fishing

Rags to Riches Fishing: Best of Arenal Volcano and Papagayo

Rags to Riches Fishing

Arenal Volcano and Flamingo Beach

Two Weeks in Costa Rica: Arenal Volcano, Monteverde and Dominical

Two Weeks in Costa Rica

Bucket List Costa Rica: Arenal Volcano and Puerto Jiménez

Bucket List Costa Rica

Dawn in the Rainforest: Arenal Volcano and Drake Bay, Osa Peninsula

Dawn in the Rainforest

Arenal Volcano and Conchal Beach

Arenal Volcano and Playas del Coco

Arenal Volcano and Coco Beach

Adventure and Beachside Fun: Arenal Volcano & Tamarindo

Adventure and Beachside Fun

Costa Rica Heartlands: Arenal Volcano and San Ramón Cloud Forest

Costa Rica Heartlands

Arenal Volcano and Jaco Beach

Arenal Volcano and Jaco

Best of Costa Rica Fishing: Visit Arenal Volcano, Jaco, and Quepos

Best of Costa Rica Fishing

Adrenaline Rush: Arenal Volcano and Savegre Valley

Adrenaline Rush

Arenal Volcano and  "Middle of Nowhere" Upala

Arenal Volcano and "Middle of Nowhere"

Fly Fishing in Costa Rica: Arenal Volcano and Quepos

Fly Fishing Costa Rica

Costa Rica Hot Springs: Arenal Volcano and Rio Perdido

Costa Rica Hot Springs

Volcano, Beach & Fishing Escape: Arenal, Monteverde and Los Sueños

Volcano, Beach & Fishing Escape

Essential Costa Rica: Arenal Volcano and Uvita

Essential Costa Rica

Birdwatching for Beginners: Arenal Volcano and San Gerardo de Dota

Birdwatching for Beginners

Costa Rica Family Classic: Arenal Volcano & Las Catalinas

Costa Rica Family Classic

Classic Rainforest and Beach Combo: Arenal Volcano and Playa Panamá

Classic Rainforest and Beach Combo 

Classic Green Getaway: Arenal Volcano and Punta Islita

Classic Green Getaway

The Mother of All Trips: Arenal Volcano, Monteverde & Puerto Jiménez

The Mother of All Trips

Arenal Volcano and Monteverde

Arenal Volcano and Nosara

Surfing and Volcano Adventure: Arenal Volcano and Playa Dominical 

Surfing and Volcano Adventure

Arenal Volcano and Waterfall Valley in Bajos del Toro

Volcanoes and Waterfalls

Arenal Volcano, Monteverde and Drake Bay, Osa Peninsula

Arenal Volcano, Monteverde and Drake Bay

Jungle and Beach Expedition: Arenal Volcano, Monteverde and Manuel Antonio

Jungle and Beach Expedition

Inland Costa Rica: Highlights | Arenal Volcano and San Isidro

Inland Costa Rica: Highlights

Soothing Escape: Arenal Volcano and Isla Chiquita

Soothing Escape

Costa Rica Eco Adventure: Arenal Volcano and Pacuare River

Costa Rica Eco Adventure

Jungle Journey: Arenal Volcano and La Paz Cloud Forest

Jungle Journey

Fishing on Lake Arenal: Visit Arenal Volcano and San José

Fishing on Lake Arenal

Slow Down! Turtles and Sloths of Costa Rica: Arenal Volcano and Tortuguero

Slow Down! Turtles and Sloths of Costa Rica

Adventure in the Caribbean: Arenal Volcano and Puerto Viejo

Adventure in the Caribbean

Hot Springs & Cool Waves: Arenal Volcano and Santa Teresa

Hot Springs & Cool Waves

Monteverde and Jaco

Jaco and Santa Teresa

From Cloud Forests to Beaches: La Paz - Vara Blanca and Jaco

From Cloud Forests to Beaches

Pura Vida Classic: San Ramón Cloud Forest and Jaco

Pura Vida Classic

Island Time: Isla Chiquita and Jaco

Island Time

Adventure, Nature & Party Combo: Bagaces and Jaco

Adventure, Nature & Party Combo

Surf and Wellness Retreat: Jaco and Nosara

Surf and Wellness Retreat

Waterfalls, Nature, and Nightlife: Bajos del Toro and Jaco

Waterfalls, Nature, and Nightlife

Adventure Highlights Tour: Puerto Jiménez and Jaco

Adventure Highlights Tour

Inshore Slam Tarpon and Roosterfish: Best of Tortuguero and Jaco

Inshore Slam Tarpon and Roosterfish

Party Time: Jaco and Tamarindo

Party Time!

Endless Beach Fun: Manuel Antonio & Jaco

Endless Beach Fun

Jaco and Drake Bay, Osa Peninsula

Jaco and Drake Bay