Pacuare 2 Days Trip
You will depart from your hotel in San José and then you will start the journey through the beautiful landscapes of the city. You will arrive at the exploration center and start with a rafting, followed by a mountain climbing. During the next 2 days you will live the adrenaline while you enjoy and learn from the Costa Rican culture. The tour ends at the same starting point.
- Explore Costa Rica by one hike per day.
- Running twice as many rapids.
- Provide you with a great dining experience.
AVAILABILITY
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DURATION
2 Days / 1 Night
START LOCATION
San Jose, Puerto Viejo or Arenal
END LOCATION
San Jose, Puerto Viejo or Arenal
TOUR LANGUAGE
English and Spanish
DIFICULTY
Medium
Related places and things to do
Detailed Description
The first day you will run 13 km (8 miles) of continuous class III whitewater for a total of 14 rapids. Then you will arrive at Pacuare River Lodge shortly past noon, on time for lunch. Afternoon activities include various optional hikes, fishing in the river, or relaxing in a hammock.
Pacuare River Lodge has a deep sense of the wilderness. Located right next to the river in the middle of a primary forest it offers you safari style facilities, with large comfortable walk-in tents permanently set on spacious wooden platforms. Gardens are very well taken care of, perfectly blending with their surroundings. Modern toilets and showers are also available for your use
The main building provides perfect “hanging out” space and an excellent view of the river. Here we will have our late afternoon Happy hour and Dinner. The kitchen is well stocked with china, wine glasses and all of the necessary utensils to provide you with a great dining experience.
The second day begins with a hot, freshly brewed cup of Costa Rica’s famous coffee. After a hearty breakfast is served and we pack our gear, our river descent continues.
All of the class IV rapids are on this day, so now it is time to truly test the skills you learned on the previous day. The second day is significantly longer on the river, with 23kms (14 miles) to travel and about 30 rapids. Two stops are made, one for a nice exploratory hike and another one to have lunch on the river.
We finish in Siquirres, at our own private Exploration Center, where you can take a shower, change and enjoy the gardens and terrace while having a beer or two and reflecting with your new friends about the great adventure you just shared.
Tour Tickets (may vary by date)
| Ticket | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| General P/P | 224.00 (USD) |
Tour Itinerary
DAY 1: 6:00 - 6:30
Pick- Ups in San José, Southern Caribbean Coast and Arenal Volcano Area.
DAY 1: 6:30 - 8:00
In route San José, Southern Caribbean Coast and Arenal Volcano Area – Exploration Center (Siquirres)
DAY 1: 8:00 - 8:45
Breakfast at the “Exploration Center”.
DAY 1: 8:45 - 9:30
In route Exploration Center – River (Put In at Finca La Cruz, upper part of the River.)
DAY 1: 10:00 - 10:45
Preparation for the Descent (Safety orientation, paddle practice)
DAY 1: 10:45 - 13:30
River Descent (including a hike)
DAY 1: 13:45 - 15:30
Arrival at our “Pacuare River Lodge” with time to shower, change clothes, enjoy a delicious lunch.
DAY 1: 15:30 - 17:30
Team work, team building dynamics, educational experience, hikes or free time at the hammocks.
DAY 1: 19:00
Dinner
DAY 2: 7:30
Breakfast
DAY 2: 9:30 - 14:30
River Descent (including lunch and a hike)
DAY 2: 14:30 - 15:30
Arrival a tour Exploration Center with time to shower, change clothes, enjoy a beverage and reflect on the adventure just shared.
DAY 2: 15:30 - 17:30
In route “Exploration Center” – San José, Southern Coast Caribbean and Arenal Volcano Area
Included
- 2 breakfast.
- 2 lunches.
- 1 dinner.
- 1 night at Pacuare River Lodge.
- 2 days of rafting with a hike.
- Transportation to/from San Jose, Puerto Viejo or Arenal.
Recommended
- Swimming suit on.
- Light shoes that will stay on.
- Long sleeve shirt or rash guard.
- Water bottle.
- Change in light clothes.
- Towel.
- Sunscreen and insect repellent
- Binoculars.
- Windbreaker.
- Flashlight and personal toiletries.
Important:
- Distance: 36 Km /22 miles
- Number of rapids: 49
- Approximate river time: 7 Hours
- Minimum age: 12 years
