Intermediate to Advanced - Tour distance: 27 kilometers
The Pacuare River is one of the best choices for your adventure treks in Costa Rica. Another trip in the country does not exist that offers you a perfect blend of wilderness exposure and excitement, both in one day.

Pacuare is world famous for its sheer beauty. A true river gorge, it is flanked by steep, green walls. Here you enjoy the feeling of total isolation from urban life and the realness of being connected with nature. You see waterfalls cascade into the river from both sides as colorful, tropical birds fly right over your head. Amazing views of this virgin tropical rainforest area, appear before your eyes as you descend this true exploratory land. Wildlife is abundant, with sloth, toucans, parrots, coatis, morpho butterflies and colorful frogs being common sights.

The white water that is equally exciting. It is not an overly challenging river, but it has a lot rapids, therefore giving you an adventure filled with lots of fun. The 18 mile one day run includes a total of 38 rapids. Few rivers in the world can offer you so many.

Includes: transportation, guide, equipment , fruits and river lunch

What to bring: strap on sandals or tennis shoes, shorts, sunblock and a change of clothes.

Departs: 6:00 a.m

Returns to Arenal: 5:00 p.m

Drop off in San Jose or Puerto Viejo: 5:00 p.m

Price: US $ 95 Class IV per person