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River Pacuare 1 day, San Martin to Siquirres.
Class III-IV
The Pacuare River is one of the top five rafting rivers in the world for
its scenery and rapids. This quintessential tropical river is a trip of
pure magic, unsurpassed beauty, wildlife and exhilarating rapids.
Located on Costa Rica's Atlantic slope, the Pacuare River borders the
Talamanca mountain range, home to native Cabecar Indians and an
incredible variety of wildlife.
Note: This is an early morning event and
would need to be planned ahead of time, please advise your
representative for reservations. The tour begins with a safety talk, equipment
fitting and familiarization. This is all covered before embarking
on the best rafting the country has to offer. You will be ready to raft
14 miles deep in the heart of densely vegetated gorges, past gushing
waterfalls, serene pools and pounding rapids, in one of Costa Rica's
most impressive primary rainforests. On the river you will raft by Ríos
Tropicales Lodge, where guests stay on two and three-day trips. Intimate
and charming, the lodge blends naturally into the forest on our
1,000-acre private reserve, with waterfalls and pools.
After an adrenaline-packed afternoon running rapids like Upper and Lower
Huacas, Cimarron, Dos Montanas and many more, we finish with a short
drive back to our Ríos Tropicales Operations Center for a hearty and
delicious lunch, showers, optional drinks and souvenir store. On the
return drive to San José, you'll enjoy remarkable views of Braulio
Carrillo National Park and . This unforgettable trip will easily be a
highlight of your stay in Costa Rica!
Included:
Professional bilingual guides, rafting equipment, breakfast, hot lunch,
our Operations Center with comfortable open dining area and spacious
changing rooms and showers.
Who can go? Anyone in normal healthy physical condition. Swimming
experience is required. Min. age: 14-years-old.
Difficulty: Moderate. Class III rafting: Rapids with high
irregular waves; narrow passages that often require complex maneuvering.
Class IV rafting: Long, difficult rapids with constricted passages that
often require precise maneuvering in very turbulent waters.
Rafting Distance: 14 miles River time: From 3-1/2 to 5 hours -
depending on water level.
Recommended gear:
• Rubber-soled shoes that can get wet (Tevas, tennis shoes, booties or
similar)
• Swimsuit / swim trunks; t-shirt and shorts of a quick-drying material
• Waterproof sunscreen lotion (SPF 15 or higher)
• Sun hat or bandana
• Croakies or straps to secure glasses
• Clothing Change including shoes for after your Rafting Tour
• Towel
Note: This is an early morning event and
would need to be planned ahead of time, please advise your
representative for reservations. |
