La Fortuna

15 Best La Fortuna White Water Rafting

The rafting runs graded honestly: the Balsa’s class 2-3 for families, class 3-4 for the committed and the Sarapiqui’s class 4 when the rain has been generous. Warm water, jungle banks and toucans as spectators.

1.Upper Balsa River White Water Rafting Class 3/4 in Costa Rica

Experience thrilling Class 3/4 white-water rafting on the Balsa River near La Fortuna, with expert guides, scenic views, and a traditional Costa Rican lunch.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“Even though I had done white water rafting before, I felt nervous choosing the class 3/4 rapids, but i hadn’t needed to be! The experience was a lot of fun. Once back at the office after the excursion, there are long lines to use the…”

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2.Balsa River White Water Rafting class 2/3 in Costa Rica

Experience thrilling yet family-friendly white water rafting on Costa Rica’s Balsa River with expert guides, stunning scenery, and delicious local cuisine.

★ 5.0

“I took my family on the class 2/3 rafting trip. The guides were funny and our boat captain was a pleasure to deal with. Rapids were decent for a 2/3 and pretty consistent flow. Not a lot of slow spots inbetween the fun rapids. Overall…”

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3.White Water Rafting Class III & IV

Experience thrilling Class III & IV white water rafting in La Fortuna, Costa Rica, with expert guides, wildlife sightings, and authentic local cuisine.

★ 5.0

“This experience was great! Our guide Orlando was terrific, he was so knowledgeable about nature while going down the river We saw sloth, blue jean frogs, different birds,many iguanas and plants, trees and local tidbits. Highly recommend this adventure it was my 19 and 16…”

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4.Sarapiqui River Extreme White Water Rafting Class IV

Experience Costa Rica’s thrilling Class IV white water rafting on the Sarapiqui River from La Fortuna, with expert guides, wildlife views, and included meals for great value.

★ 5.0

“We had a great raft ride. Have rafted before and this experience ranks highly! Very good rapids in size and frequency. Braulia M did a fantastic job of getting us wet and entertaining us on the trip. Would highly recommend this trip!”

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5.White Water Rafting Class II and III

Experience thrilling Class II-III white water rafting near La Fortuna, combined with farm visits, wildlife sightings, and authentic Costa Rican cuisine for a full day of adventure.

★ 5.0

“Really fun trip down the river through quite challenging level II and III rapids. A really good value for the money, especially in the Arenal area. The guides were fun and clearly experienced. Their concept of having photographers in strategic locations along the river resulted…”

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6.White Water River Rafting Class II-III from La Fortuna-Arenal

Experience Costa Rica’s Balsa River with a 6-hour class II-III white water rafting tour from La Fortuna. Perfect for beginners, includes hotel transport, lunch, and wildlife viewing.

★ 5.0

“Everything was wonderful! The guides are funny and knowledgeable. The rafting was so much fun! The lunch after was sooooo good. My 9 and 11 year old gobbled it up. I would absolutely recommend this for families!!”

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7.Rafting Class II & III + Local Farm Lunch & Cultural Tour

Experience thrilling Class II & III white water rafting on the Balsa River, enjoy a farm-to-table Costa Rican lunch, and explore local rainforest wildlife with this well-reviewed tour from La Fortuna.

★ 5.0

“Our guide Christopher was very good and entertaining and made sure we went through the various rapids safely but with lots of great dips and waves. We had so much fun”

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8.Whitewater Rafting Class 2-3 Balsa River from La Fortuna

Experience Costa Rica’s Rio Balsa with a 4-hour Class 2-3 whitewater rafting tour from La Fortuna. Enjoy guided adventure, wildlife views, and a local lunch.

★ 5.0

“Our reservation was scheduled and confirmed and when we showed up we were told that time didn't exisit so we have to wait 40 mins. It was a lot of fun but you have to stop frequently and wait for the other rafts which we…”

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9.Costa Rican Coffee and Chocolate Crafting Experience: North Fields Cafe

Discover Costa Rica’s coffee, chocolate, and sugar cane on a 2.5-hour hands-on farm tour near Arenal Volcano, with tastings and expert guides.

★ 5.0

“Rosbi was a fantastic tour guide! We really enjoyed the experience and the tastings of the cocoa and coffee! Would definitely recommend!”

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12.Combo Rafting & Canopy Tour with organic lunch.

Experience an exciting day combining rainforest ziplining, whitewater rafting, and organic farm lunch near La Fortuna—adventure, nature, and authentic Costa Rican flavors.

★ 5.0

“We loved our rafting and ziplining tour. Kevin, our rafting guide, did a great job ensuring we were safe while also providing an amazing experience. We have 4 kids of varying ages, and they all said how much fun they had. We highly recommend it!”

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14.Whitewater Rafting Sarapiqui Class 3-4 from La Fortuna

Experience thrilling Class III-IV whitewater rafting on the Sarapiquí River from La Fortuna, with expert guides, lush scenery, and delicious local food.

★ 5.0

“We had such an amazing time on this tour! David was the best guide and everyone with the company was so friendly. I would book any tour through this company again because this was the highlight of our trip!”

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15.Rio Sarapiqui Rafting Class III (afternoon tour)

Experience thrilling Class III rapids on the Rio Sarapiqui with a private, family-friendly afternoon rafting tour in Costa Rica’s lush rainforests for $75.

★ 5.0

“Great trip…..very squared away organization. Timely on everything. Raft trip was great. Guide, Gabriel, was a lot of fun and made the experience all the better - exceptional job! Enrique took some fabulous photos as well. Highly recommended!”

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More La Fortuna White Water Rafting

5.0Mambo Combo Canyoning and Rafting near the Arenal Volcano6 hours (approx.)$165.00 5.0White Water Rafting (Class III) with lunch – Arenal Area5 hours (approx.)$92.66 5.0Sarapiqui rafting with organic farm6 to 7 hours (approx.)$65.00 5.0Sarapiquí River Rafting Tour Class IIIII Near Arenal8 hours (approx.)$98.31 5.0Pure Trek Canyoning & White Water Rafting in La Fortuna8 hours (approx.)$204.53 5.0White Water Rafting class V6 hours (approx.)$150.00 5.0Combo Arenal Rafting and Canyoning Adventure8 hours (approx.)$160.00 5.0Combo White Water Rafting and Tubing in La Fortuna6 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$90.00 5.0Awesome Fun Rafting Class 3 Balsa River 5-Hour Tour in La Fortuna5 hours (approx.)$88.00 5.0La Fortuna white water rafting + Authentic Costa Rican Lunch5 hours (approx.)$72.00 5.0Canyoning and Arenal Rafting (COMBO TOUR)8 hours (approx.)$160.00 5.0White Water Tubin in the river BALSA6 hours (approx.)$70.00 5.0Adrenaline Pack (Zipline + Rafting)7 hours (approx.)$166.11 5.0Rafting Class 2-3 Sarapiqui AFTERNOON Trip5 hours (approx.)$90.00 5.0Arenal White Water Rafting + Free Photos + Free lunch5 hours (approx.)$85.00 5.0White Water Rafting Class 4 with Lunch – Arenal Tours6 hours (approx.)$122.04 5.0Rafting Including Shuttle From Arenal to Manuel Antonio8 hours (approx.)$193.72 5.0Private Rafting in the Sarapiqui River2 to 3 hours (approx.)$85.00 5.0Private White Water Rafting with Arenal Rafting4 hours (approx.)$220.00 5.0Experience Canyoning Rafting and Water Tubing in Costa Rica9 hours (approx.)$180.00 4.5White Water Rafting + ATV Adventure (Arenal Volcano)7 hours (approx.)$167.24 4.5White Water Rafting and ATV Adventure, Arenal Volcano7 hours (approx.)$167.24 5.0White Water Rafting6 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$94.55 4.5Best combination :Rafting level III with canopy zip lines and Superman cable in La Fortuna zone7 hours (approx.)$140.00

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A volcano with hot springs, sloths in the trees and rivers worth paddling.