Safari Float Tour to See Wildlife (Group Tour) – Arenal/La Fortuna
This is a leisurely float tour down the Penas Blancas River by inflatable raft or kayak. It focuses on seeing wildlife and birds in the surrounding rainforest. Monkeys (white-faced and howlers), sloths, birds, small crocodiles, and Jesus Christ Lizards (they walk on water) can often be seen along the banks of the river. There is also a cultural element with a stop for a traditional snack. Here, you’ll get to grind sugar cane by hand and enjoy some delicious homemade tortillas and local cheese.
This tour is close to La Fortuna. The van ride from downtown La Fortuna to the river is about 30 minutes.
Cost of Group Tour:
Inflatable Raft: $64 per person adults. $38 per person children ages 3-11. Rates plus 13% tax.
Kayak: $70 per person plus 13% tax. No discount for children.
Offered: 7:30 a.m. or 2:00 p.m.
*Exact pick up time varies by location and will be provided on your confirmation document. Extra charges apply for areas outside the standard pick up zone (We will email you if this is the case.)
Duration: 4.5 hours door to door from your lodging (approximate)
Includes: Round-trip transportation from your hotel or vacation rental house, bilingual naturalist guides, all equipment, water, and a stop for snacks, juice, and coffee.
Minimum Age: Children need to be at least 3 years old for the raft and 5 to kayak.
*For children under 3, we recommend the Cano Negro Boat Tour.
To read about our experience doing this tour and for more pictures, read our post, A Safari Float Tour in La Fortuna.
Allison Harris (Verified Customer) –
During our trip to Costa Rica, we booked several guided hikes, but the safari float experience truly stood out. Our family of 4 (kids ages 7 and 9) had a private float with a fantastic guide, Lidiar. Along the river, we saw a variety of animals that we didn’t see elsewhere and enjoyed being on the water. At the end we were treated to a delicious snack and chocolate demo which really would have been the icing on the cake but that came on the drive home when Lidiar (also our driver) pulled over to spot sloths by the roadside. I highly recommend this tour and booking through Twoweeksincostarica.com. Their pricing was more competitive than our hotel’s, and they were incredibly easy to work with.
Ajhantha J. (Verified Customer) –
The staff was great and the communication was quick with any questions we had. We saw lots of animals on the tour and had a great time!
Victoria (Verified Customer) –
Interesting tour in a beautiful setting. All aspects of the tour were well organized including hotel transportation. Would recommend this tour to all those who want to experience the areas natural beauty at any age.