Rafting Fonse River (Class II & III)
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3 hours
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Fonse River is a great white water rafting for first-timers, nature lovers, outdoor enthusiasts, and people who are simply looking for a fun rafting adventure. It is a perfect family trip, great activity to do with children.
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
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
An amazing day on the river, surrounded by nature and with the excitement of the white water. The excursion in the Fonce River is an amazing opportunity for first-timers, nature lovers and families, which does not require experience and can make people from 5 years old. It is not necessary to know how to swim. The trip down the river is 10 km where you can visualize a large part of the fauna and flora of the area. The starting point of the activity is 10 km from San Gil via Charala place known as the sandbox and ends in San Gil in the place known as the boardwalk. Programming: 3 hours (1 hour and 30 minutes on the river and 1 hour and 30 minutes in preparation and logistics) Hours: It can be programmed with the client between 8:00 a.m. at 2:00 p.m. Conditions: Not being pregnant, having no recent injury, not presenting heart disease Recommendations: Appropriate clothing: shorts, shorts, short or long lycra, t-shirt, tennis or adjustable sandals, repellent, sunscreen, change clothes, and hydration.
What‘s Included
Private transportation
GoPro pictures are available upon request for an extra cost.
Transportation to/from your San Gil Hotel. Tropical fruit break. Equipment. Bilingual professional guide. Safety kayak. Snack and beer at the end. Insurance.
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Rafting Fonse River Class II/III
Rafting : An amazing day on the river, surrounded by nature and with the excitement of the white water. The excursion in the Fonce River is an amazing opportunity for first-timers, nature lovers and families.
Pickup included
Reviews
11 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fun rafting activity!
NicolasCLon,,Aug 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic rafting activity! It was their first time for my children aged 9 to 14, and the guides were great playing with the older children and reassuring the younger ones. The activity was very fun and safe with two guides, one being in a separate kayak. Highly recommend!
Excellent
EAB2003,,Aug 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Picked up at the hotel. Had a private tour with his 5s for only 20 euros pp. He did a great job. At the end for 17,50 euros I also got 134 photos and videos! All in all a top experience
Family Experience in Canoeing
nes2ralexandero,,Apr 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent experience on the descent of the Fonce River with Explorers Costa Rica! Ariel was an exceptional host, made us feel at home. I really enjoyed my son and grandson, it was a family activity and very enjoyable. I totally recommend this adventure to all families and groups looking for fun and connection with nature. Thank you Ariel for an unforgettable experience!"
Boys in the Fonce with Explorers Colombia
nes2ralexandero,,Apr 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Incredible experience on the descent of the Fonce River with Exploradores Costa Rica! Our guide was great, kept us entertained and enjoying every moment. The adventure was exciting and the scenery very beautiful. Thank you for an unforgettable experience! I totally recommend this company to all lovers of nature and adventure."
Superb
cold cut2020,,Apr 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ariel is a really great guy, we rafted with him and his team and he well looked after our family, two adults and two kids. The perfect balance of adrenaline and safety. We also booked paragliding through him and had the most wonderful day. Highly recommended in every possible way.
Family Rafting Day
caleone,,Feb 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excelente plan, muy profesionales, y la atencion fue 1A - hicimos los rapidos y a mitad del camino almorzamos platos tradiconales - los recomiendo sin reservaciones; WE came with our family and reserved the day with these guys, very nice, doing torrenting/rappel in the morning and then the Rapids - and mid way, a traditonal luch in a ranch by the shore of the river. Great time, very professional, highly recommended.
White Water rafting
Dreamer66075039024,,Nov 21, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A great way to spend a couple of hours. Enjoyed the white water rafting. Our guide was fabulous and looked after us. Ensured we were safe at all times.
Great rafting time with family
B8599EHmarcoh,,Jul 25, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ariel and Eddy took us on a very nice trip. The instruction at their home-base was fun and ensures we all understood the (safety) instructions. The Fonce river was enjoyable, Eddy was a great captain and made a lot of videos and pictures. We had plenty options to go for a swim. We saw several birds and leguanen. Most rapids were easy, some we really had to work together to get through. #Fun If you like rafting and want to have a nice experience I would definitely recommend Exploradores
Excelente empresa muy enfocada en la seguridad de sus clientes.
Rattyrattttt,,Aug 3, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00An unforgettable experience with a highly recommended company. My family and I were 6 people in total, out of which 3 were between 62 and 65 years old. It was really well-organised and very safe even for my parents who had never done this before. I reached out to the company through WA just 1 day before and Ariel responded very quickly to address my concerns. On the day itself, he was our guide and together with the driver and co-guide, we spent an amazing time in the river navigating the rapids and getting all wet. Ariel's instructions are super clear, his English is good, and most of all, he has safety as the number 1 priority. This was without a doubt, one of the best experiences in San Gil, and very suitable for people who want to try this activity in a safe manner. Good job, Ariel and team! Una experiencia inolvidable con una empresa super recomendable. Mi familia y yo somos 6 con 3 mayores de edad. El rafting fue super bien organizado y muy seguro incluso para las personas sin experiencia. Ariel, el guía y uno de los propietarios, tenía muy buena comunicación y siempre estaba pendiente de todo. Sin duda, fue una de las mejores experiencias para nosotros en San Gil. Recomiendo esta empresa para las personas que quieren intentar esta actividad de manera segura. Felicitaciones a Ariel y todo el equipo de Exploradores!
Rafting river fonce
N5111GBsandrap,,Apr 18, 2021
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Excellent Service attentive guide friendly with lots of responsibility a recommended experience a good plan for family and friends
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