White River Rafting at
Río Pacuare 2 Day - Class III-IV
Pacuare lodge, 2
Days, San Martin to Siquirres. Class III-IV On the Río Pacuare 2
Day Trip, you'll enjoy one of the most amazing rainforest experiences possible
- breathtaking beauty far removed from civilization's rush and heart-pounding
excitement. It is certain to be a highlight of your stay in Costa Rica. The
Pacuare River is one of the top five rafting rivers in the world for its
scenery and rapids. This tropical river is a trip of pure magic, unsurpassed
beauty, wildlife and exhilarating rapids.
Dificulty: 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: 16 miles River time: From 3-1/2 to 5 hours - depending on water
level.
Day 1 You'll depart San José early in the
morning, heading towards the Caribbean and crossing the amazing Braulio
Carrillo National Park. You will arrive at our Operations Center in time for
breakfast, clothing changes or last minute needs. Once ready you will be taken
to our private putt-in in San Martin, your friendly and professional guides
will load your gear into dry bags, prepare the equipment and give you complete
safety and paddle instruction. The first day's Class III rapids welcome you to
the Pacuare gorge's charm as you raft deep in the heart of primary rainforest.
While your guides prepare you a hearty picnic lunch on the riverbank, you'll be
led through the jungle to an enchanting waterfall and pool to swim. Before you
know it, you'll arrive at the award-winning Lodge where you can spend the
afternoon relaxing, hiking or soaking in our waterfall and pools. Enjoy our
Canopy at no additional cost! Nestled in the jungle on our 1,000-acre private
reserve, the lodge offers you all the comforts you need in "Cabecar Indian"
style bungalows. Private single and double rooms are spacious with clean linen,
and there are modern bathrooms and showers. Electricity is generated by a
self-sufficient hydro-plant. Happy Hour will put you in the mood for a tropical
evening, followed by a luscious candlelight dinner with wine served by your
guides.
Day 2 After a hearty breakfast and loading the
rafts, you'll prepare to paddle down the Pacuare gorge past gushing waterfalls,
serene pools and pounding rapids. A snack stop by the riverside lets you
explore more waterfalls and natural waterslides. An adrenaline-packed afternoon
running rapids like Upper and Lower Huacas, Cimarron, Dos Montañas and
many more, will have you cheering ecstatically. Hot lunch will be served at our
New Ríos Tropicales Operations Center. Showers, changing rooms, cold and
hot drinks and snacks are also available. On the return drive to San
José, you'll enjoy remarkable views of Braulio Carrillo National Park
and Irazú Volcano. We offer all the sleeping comfort you would need,
private rooms, mattresses, sheets, pillows and blankets are provided.
Who can go? Anyone in normal healthy physical condition.
Swimming experience is required. Some rafting experience is recommended.
Min. age: 14-years-old. Recommended gear: Multi-Day River
Equipment List This list represents what you will need on the river. Space
on the raft is limited. Therefore, it is important not to bring anything extra.
Equipment: The Lodge offers all the sleeping comfort you would need,
private rooms, mattresses, sheets, pillows and blankets are
provided.
River Wear:
Rubber soled shoes (tennis or similar)
Shorts and a T-Shirt or a Swimsuit
Windbreaker (Optional)
Sunscreen Lotion (Optional)
Sun Hat or Bandana (Optional)
Personal
Toothpaste and toothbrush
Personal medications
Long light pants
Shoes (2 pairs, one wet and one dry)
Long sleeved shirt
Sweater or Sweat shirt
Towel
Socks
Raincoat
Insect repellent
Underwear
Brush and Comb
Extras: T-shirts and professionally taken
photos during your trip will be available for purchase.
Notes
1. You can always leave your extra gear in the bus or at your hotel.
2. Please advise us if you have your own dry bags.
Reservation
and cancellations policies In order to receive full refund for your
cancellation you must cancel before 4 p.m. the day before trip departure.
Please be on time at your specified pickup hotel, no refunds for no-shows.
