Waterfall Rappelling-Whitewater Rafting Combo in Arenal/La Fortuna
This is an exciting combo tour that lets you go waterfall rappelling and whitewater rafting in one day.
The Arenal area is one of the best places in Costa Rica for waterfall rappelling/canyoning. The company that we recommend for this tour, Pure Trek, specializes in canyoning.
Their tour starts with a short 4×4 truck ride up the mountain into the rainforest. This takes you to the canyon where you’ll start your adventure. In total, you’ll do 4 rappels (3 waterfalls and 1 rock wall) at various heights from 40-165 feet (12-50 meters). There are guides at the top and bottom to help you safely navigate. The tour also includes a Monkey Drop (freefall) where you zipline out then drop into a refreshing pool below. This can be controlled by the guides for those looking for less of an adrenalin rush.
You’ll only do a small amount of walking to get to the first waterfall (0.2 miles), in between rappels, and then to exit (0.4 miles).
After canyoning, you’ll be given water and snacks on the way to the rafting. The whitewater rafting is on the Balsa River (Class II-III) for about 2 hours. This river offers excitement (some bumpy whitewater for portions) and other more tranquil parts. The river has beautiful scenery with thick rainforest and the opportunity to see wildlife.
Halfway through, you’ll stop on the river for a refreshing swim, fresh fruit, and cold drinks.
At the end of the tour, you’ll enjoy a delicious traditional Costa Rican meal.
Cost: $164 per person plus 13% tax
Offered: 7:00 a.m.
Duration: 7-8 hours (approximate)
Includes: Round-trip transportation from your hotel or vacation rental, bilingual certified guides, fruit, drinks, and typical Costa Rican-style lunch.
Minimum Age: 8
Max. waist limit: 44 inches. Thigh limit: 32 inches.
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