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If you love water sports, this is the trip for you! Start off with sea kayaking in the shadow of Arenal Volcano, followed by a twilight safari, watching for Costa Rica’s mammals to awaken (over 60% of Costa Rica’s mammals are nocturnal). Then it’s off to the Caribbean to paddle sea kayaks on the tranquil jungle waterways and hidden lagoons of Tortuguero National Park—a unique, exciting way to discover the rainforest’s wonders that no other U.S. company offers. Yet more paddling adventures lie ahead! Raft Costa Rica’s top river, the beautiful Río Pacuare, which pounds its way from one whitewater rapid to another, serving up one of the world’s best roller coaster rides (a bonus: shimmering waterfalls that drench you as you pass!). Pura Vida!, the ubiquitous Costa Rican catchall phrase that—literally translated—means “pure life,” but in the vernacular, means “what could be better than this?”

Special departures are available for families with children age 8 and up. Email us or call 1-888-MTSOBEK (687-6235) or 1-510-594-6000 for details.

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

• Raft the Río Pacuare, considered by many to be one of the top 10 most beautiful whitewater rivers in the world!
• Sea kayak in Tortuguero National Park, exploring secluded channels that larger boats can’t visit—we’re the only U.S. company that offers this experience!
• Enjoy close encounters with a variety of wildlife: sea turtles, monkeys, iguanas, and more!
• Twilight float down the Peñas Blancas River, a unique opportunity to view Costa Rica’s nocturnal mammals

Day 1 - Arrive in San José, Costa Rica.

Day 2 - Drive to Fortuna, home of the amazing Arenal Volcano. Afternoon sea kayaking across the mystic waters of Costa Rica’s largest lake, Arenal, with spectacular volcano views. Late afternoon visit to a local hot springs.

Day 3 - Hike around Arenal Volcano. Twilight safari, floating down the the Peñas Blancas River.

Day 4 - Paddle by kayak down the Río Suerte into Tortuguero National Park.

Day 5 - Optional early morning search for sea turtles (best viewing is during July and August), followed by easy kayaking in Tortuguero’s hidden lagoons and jungle waterways only accessible by kayak.

Day 6 - Raft the fun and easy Río Pacuare to a Robinson Crusoe-like jungle lodge.

Day 7 - Full day to hike and explore nearby waterfalls, take a zipline across the river, hike on a trail high above the rainforest canopy. or help plant trees at a reforestation project.

Day 8 - Optional early morning bird-watching hike. Set out on the river, passing exquisite cascading waterfalls while paddling through exciting Class III/IV rapids along the magical Pacuare Gorge. Take out and return to San José.

Day 9 - Depart San José, or join our extension to Corcovado National Park.

Extend your adventure
Explore Corcovado National Park, a major birding and wildlife refuge with eight unique habitats ranging from mountain forests to surf-pounded beaches. 3 or 4 days. Call for details.

Prefer a Private Adventure?
Check out our Volcanoes, Rainforest & Beaches Private Adventure.

Photo Credits
Both images: ©MTS Photo File