Balsa River White Water Rafting class 2/3 in Costa Rica
Overview
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5 hours
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This 2.5-hour journey with your professional guide down a lush Costa Rican river offers the thrill of big waves and excitement for the whole family. Navigate 10 kilometers of white water rapids, stop along the way to rest a bit, do a little swimming, and enjoy some fresh Costa Rica fruit. After white water rafting, enjoy a Costa Rica style lunch at a local restaurant.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
Minimum age 5 years old
Maximum weights 220 pounds
Please bring changing clothes, water shoes, clothes to get wet
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
The rapids at Balsa River are the best for action adventure people who want to challenge the limits of adrenaline 2.5 hours of only rapids where our clients finish very scare or very happy , our professional guides with more than 18 years each doing rafting will make sure you are going to remember your outstanding action adventure of your vacation super fun and safe ,a lot of paddling a lot of work your biggest rafting adventure. INCLUDES: fruit on the river ,towel beers water and a delicious most popular Costa Rican lunch Casado and PURA VIDA time. DEPARTS: every day at 09:00 until 14:45 WHAT TO BRING: Changing clothes, clothes to get wet, tennis shoes or water shoes.
Sample Menu
main
Costa Rican Casado Lunch
What‘s Included
Towel
Bottled water
Professional guide
Transportation from hotels located less than 6 km away from our main office
Pick up time may vary up to 20 min depending on hotel's location.
Lunch
Souvenir photos (available to purchase) at the end of the tour.
Pick up service at hotels located over 6 km away from our main office
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Balsa River White Water Rafting class 2/3 in Costa Rica
Pickup included
Reviews
1,873 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
So much fun!
jasminefH6158OO,,Feb 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a great time! Thanks to our guide Oso, it was very entertaining and we had a blast. If you want to make it a time to remember, ask for Oso!
Model of Efficiency
Joseph D,,Jan 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Skilled and knowledgeable crew. The group was rather large with 20 rafts , however it was well organized.
Well worth it
michaeldE4599GZ,,Jan 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was easily one of the best activities we did in Costa Rica. The rafting was exciting, the views were beautiful, and our guide Oso was absolutely top-tier — fun, skilled, and made everyone feel comfortable. The food at the end was excellent and a perfect way to wrap up the day. Highly recommend!
Wow rafting
375lakshmim,,Jan 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Didier is our guide and we had the best experience with our friends. I’d definitely recommend it to others. He is very patient and funny.
Fun Adventure
Susanwithfamily,,Jan 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The white water rafting experience on the Balsa River was one of our favorite activities in Costa Rica. The guides do everything to keep customers safe and having fun. They are very skilled and make it an enjoyable adventure.
Costa Rica White Water Fun
Michael L,,Jan 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00A lot of fun. Expect to get wet! I am 65 and my wife is 61, and both of us had a great time from start to finish. The experience was exciting, well run, and perfect for all ages. We laughed the whole time and would absolutely do it again and recommend it to others.
Just amazing do not hesitate a second!!
707sixtiner,,Jan 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was my first time in rafting, and I admit I was a little stressed about it. And it was one of the best experiences I could do! From the pick-up, to the rafting, to the meal, everything was perfectly framed and organized (end around 2:15 pm). If you come across Edwin who takes care of you in rafting, expect a session full of twists and turns! Joking with us, bickering with the other boats that end up in water battle between them, we didn’t stop with him and it was just amazing, I recommend 1000%. No one fell into the water (it remains rare), despite the river which was well agitated and left room for a lot of fun;) thank you again, and to all the other guides just as kind
Super fun time!
katiedG7361QY,,Jan 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My family of 5 loved this tour! The guides were great! Our guide was Yaider and he was excellent. My kids, ages 11, 9, and 6, all had a blast and asked if they could do it again. We felt safe with the guides and loved every second. The fruit and lunch were also delicious. Highly recommend
Super fun adrenaline rush!
marjid2019,,Jan 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We’ve been whitewater rafting in Colorado, but it was not to this level of thrills and adrenaline rush! It was a 2 hour trip down the river with a few stops to get out, stretch our legs, and eat fresh pineapple and watermelon. Four out of six of us fell out of the boat during the ride, but the guide in our boat was very skilled at getting everyone back in the boat safely and quickly. We never felt unsafe, and it was one of the best things we did in Costa Rica. We are in our 60s, so don’t let your age stop you from doing this bucket list adventure!
Fantastic trip! Tugy was...
Alison U,,Jan 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Fantastic trip! Tugy was a great guide for our family. Would highly recommend this company from start to finish.
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