Tours/San Jose/Rafting Pacuare River One Day from Turrialba
Viator · group up to 40 pax

Rafting Pacuare River One Day from Turrialba

4.9(370)San Jose1 hour
VIATOR4.9(26)TRIPADVISOR5.0(344)

Description

Turrialba is known for some amazing cultural experiences, unique rainforest as well as being home to some of the most pristine rivers in Costa Rica! The Pacuare River is rated as the 4th best river in the world for white water rafting. A unique experience for any visitor to Costa Rica & the Turrialba area! You will be taken deep into the rainforest where you will experience 29km of the majestic river! Our experienced & certified guides will take all the precautions and provide the appropriate instructions before you embark on this adventure! During the trip, you will see the primary rainforest, pristine waterfalls & unique landscapes only accessible by the river! At the end of the trip, we will have a typical Costarrican lunch waiting for you!

Tour Options

Rafting Pacuare River One Day from Turrialba
  • Pickup included

Highlights

Private transportation
We provide helmts, life vests, paddles!
We provide a Typical Costarrican lunch at the end of the trip!

What's included

Included
Private transportation
We provide helmts, life vests, paddles!
We provide a Typical Costarrican lunch at the end of the trip!
Not included
For safety reasons we do not permit alchoholic beverages on the trip!

Pickup Locations & Times

We can pick up from any hotel, guest house or B&B in the Turrialba area.

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Reviews(370)

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Juank R
July 2, 2026
My sixth amazing experience!!! with Adrenalina Rafting

Excellent !!!!! This is the sixth time I have taken my work team to this activity. Excellent service and treatment from the owners and the guides are excellent The food was great, the owner Manfred prepared a delicious Caribbean chop for us, the transportation was great, the driver was super flexible and friendly, the bus was brand new, the guides, as always, made us experience the journey in the best way, they told us stories of the place and anecdotes that made the tour super entertaining. 100% recommended.

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fergX6512FW
July 1, 2026
Safety, organization, and excellent service

Excellent experience from start to finish. Everything was very well organized, the team was very respectful, responsible, and kind, and always provided clear information. The service was of very good quality and they made the activity safe, fun, and memorable. Totally recommended!

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Companion51516027176
July 1, 2026
Super experience

Incredible experience with the entire team and with the guide who had my group, something to do at least twice a year, amazing. 🙌🏻

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carlosmQ2996UL
June 30, 2026
Pure adrenaline!!

Excellent ride, highly recommended, the service, the experience, and the customer care were on another level 💪🏽

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J6282HUjosea
June 28, 2026
Pleasant, but the guide's support left much to be desired.

For being my first rafting experience, it was more enjoyable than I expected. However, I believe that the support from our guide Jorge was deficient and should have been better than what we received. To detail why I consider it this way: 1. It was indicated that half of the people in the raft (3 out of 6) were having their first rafting experience, yet he did not lead those who had prior experience. 2. He faced the rapids in a way that I personally consider reckless, as we entered almost all the rapids from the right or left side, and not from the front (which actually caused all the members of the raft to fall in one rapid and the raft itself to flip because we reached a drop on the right side) or even backwards (which I also consider highly irresponsible since one cannot see if they are going to collide with a rock or if the raft is approaching a drop). It seems that the guide actively wants to make people fall from the raft, which goes without saying is dangerous. 3. I expected to give instructions on how to act once we had fully entered the rapid and not before to prepare the members, which also caused an abrupt change in instructions upon entering the rapid, for example, when we had entered the rapid he indicated "Forward!" only to immediately change it to "On the ground!". 4. He complained multiple times about poor timing, but never indicated at any point during the tour a rhythm that should be followed (which we did notice that the other guides were marking throughout the journey). 5. Near the end of the journey, one of the members of the raft began to express discomfort and unease, and the guide, instead of prioritizing the safety of the person and the enjoyment of the activity, decided to place them as the leader at the front of the raft despite the person clearly and explicitly stating that they did not want to and that this made them uncomfortable. He did this on his own, as when indicating that the person was not comfortable with this change, the guide ignored the remark and openly downplayed its importance. I personally believe that the guide should improve his way of leading the journey, as we noticed that no other raft (5 in total) showed the discomfort that we experienced, and this significantly affected our experience, even for those members who had several years of rafting experience.

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K1607CJmariamg
June 15, 2026
Adrenaline at 100%.

It was an incredible experience; our guide, Ariel, went above and beyond and made our trip an amazing experience. Everything was very good; safety was prioritized at all times, the instructions were clear, the service was excellent, and the food was also very good; they had a vegetarian lunch option, which we appreciated. Without a doubt, we would return; we recommend the tour with Adrenalina Rafting, as being a local company makes the experience feel more like home and not just a business. We left wanting to return and take the two-day tour. It is necessary to wear clothing that protects from the sun, and to use sunscreen. In June, we found the water level to be acceptable, neither too dry in the river nor too full, which made our adventure extreme but completely safe.

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luciagF5010RY
June 14, 2026
Experience 20/10

They were too good; I highly recommend the experience. I recommend taking the tour with the guide named Ariel, as he provided exceptional quality, made us feel comfortable, and allowed us to enjoy more. We definitely want to return, and the included food was also super delicious.

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881scarleths
June 14, 2026
Excellent experience

An experience that is simply spectacular! From the very first moment, they made us feel welcomed and safe. The guide was incredible, one of those people who convey passion for what they do and make the adventure even more exciting. Their instructions, energy, and attitude made the rafting experience full of adrenaline and confidence. Additionally, the service was excellent in every detail. They provided us with shoes and booties at no extra cost, which is greatly appreciated, and the transfer between Siquirres and Turrialba was very comfortable and well-organized. The food was also delicious, prepared with great care and perfect for recharging energy after such an intense adventure. I also want to highlight something that made a difference for me: the love and respect they have for animals. It is very nice to visit a place where it is evident that they care for and value them, as it speaks volumes about the team's humanity. Without a doubt, it was an unforgettable experience, and I would return a thousand times. Totally recommended for those seeking adventure, exceptional service, delicious food, and people who truly love what they do!

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Y5498QKricardog
June 11, 2026
The best ever !!!

The experience was amazing since the moment they replied to my request. Good comunication, punctuall pick up. The raftguides were amazing. The experience, nature food and all just the best. Thanks Adrenalina for showing to me and my friends how fun and beatifull is Costa Rica !! Hope to come back soon !!!!

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Anderson G
June 9, 2026
Recommended 100%

Excellent tour to do with friends

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