Rio Reventazon & Pacuare Rafting

"Costa Rica"

The Florida section of the mighty Reventazón River is some of the fastest and best 10 miles of Class III rapids you'll ever paddle! If you're a first-time or experienced paddler looking for the excitement of big waves, hydraulics, and stunning scenery, then this trip is for you.
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.
If you're ready for BIG water, the Pascua section of the Reventazón will challenge the most adventurous spirit with rapids by the names of "North Sea," "Horrendito" and "Indigestion." For those who have paddled with us before, this trip is a must!

The Itinerary

Day 1: Reventazon - Florida Section. Class III
This section of the mighty Reventazón River is some of the fastest and best 10 miles of Class III rapids you'll ever paddle! If you're a first-time or experienced paddler looking for the excitement of big waves, hydraulics, and stunning scenery, then this trip is for you. Overnight at Turrialtico or similar.(B L D)

Day 2: Río Pacuare. Class III-IV
Tres Equis at our Campsite. We will pick you up at Pochotel at 9:00 a.m. and drive to the little town of Tres Equis. At the road head there, we will transfer our overnight gear into dry bags, load our drafts onto the truck and ride about 4 Km to the river. Once on the water, we work as a team to run our rafts through Class III rapids, each one bigger than the one before it!! We will have lunch on the river, and our overnight gear and food will be transported with us to camp by our guides in oared rafts. Our camp is in the heart of the rainforest. We provide you with a delicious happy hour and dinner. Traditional Indian "RANCHOS" provide exceptional shelter for lodging and the evening's activities. And do not forget to take some time in the waterfall that cascades out of the forest, through our camp, and into the Pacuare itself!! You will never forget the experience of sleeping in the rainforest. (B L D)

Day 3:
After an early morning coffee and breakfast, we leave the campsite and head down river. Morning is a wonderful time for bird-watching, especially toucans, right in camp!! Back into the whitewater when we put in. Class III and IV rapids await us downstream. Terciopelo, Double Drop, The Huacas ... one after the next until take out. Depending on the weather, the river level and our group interest, we take time to explore side creeds, catch a sun tan, and enjoy world class whitewater. We will make it to take out by mid-afternoon, de-rig our rafts, and return to Pochotel. (B,L,D)

Day 4:
Reventazon - Pascua Section. Class IV
Pascua to Siquirres (15 miles). A delightful, exciting and scenic trip, for rafters with some experience. For those who have paddled with us before, a must! Paddle through rapids known as THE NORTH SEA or HORRENDITO, feel the thrill of Class IV rafting. All participants must be in good physical condition and ready to remain active all day. Return to San José in the afternoon. The drive back to San José is through the Braulio Carrillo National Park, offering tremendous mountain views. (B,L)

General Information

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Rated: Easy
Who can go? Anyone in normal healthy physical condition. Swimming experience is required. Some rafting experience is recommended.
Min. age: 14-years-old.
Difficulty: 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.

Price per person
	REC/PAC-2/PAS	PAC-3/PAS
USD	$ 415	$ 395
EUR	€ 344	€ 327
GBP	£ 232	£ 221

(*) Price last updated on 05 November 2003. Current price may vary due to elements out of our control, so please always check by sending us a
quotation request .
Abbreviations:
REV=Reventaxon
PAX=Pacuare
PAS=Pascua

Note: Please note we also offer the 3 day Hiking and Rafting on the Pacuare with one day Reventazon. Do not hesitate to enquire for the detailed itinerary and price!

Included:
Lodging, all meals, use of rafting equipment, English speaking experienced river runner guide and transport to/from San Jose.

Not included:
Meals not mentioned, personal expenses, tips, beverages.

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