Balsa River Tubing: Class I-II Whitewater Adventure from La Fortuna
4.9
28 Ratings
La Fortuna
Experience the thrill of Balsa River Tubing in La Fortuna, Costa Rica. Navigate through class I-II rapids, enjoy a fruit break, and have loads of fun with family and friends!
Duration: 6 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Costa Rica Descents - At our office you will have the chance to use the bathroom and changing rooms before we drive to the river.
What's Included
  • Snacks
  • Lunch included
  • Transportation provided
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off in La Fortuna
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Photos
Additional Information

White Water Tubing Class I-II from La Fortuna gives customers an exciting experience and the freedom to tube wherever the river takes you! This river float trips passes through class I-II excitement on the Balsa River. Offering a completely different experience than white water rafting, this white water tubing trip is sure to create some wild fun on any Costa Rica vacation. Your river guide will guide the trip through the best routes to pick as the group maneuvers through the class I and II rapids. Mid way there is a stop river side for a quick fruit break before continuing on the river. Tubing is the perfect way to soak up the sun with family and friends, and cool off on a hot Costa Rican day. You will get wet, very wet but more importantly you will have loads of fun.

  • What to bring: simple dry clothing, such as shorts and a t-shirt, swimsuit, sunscreen, shoes that will stay on your feet, sport sandals and water shoes are recommended, a change of clothing.
Location
Costa Rica Descents Adventure Company
Via 702, 500 meter south from the Catholic Church of La Fortuna, next to Supermarket "Super Rosvil", 21007, Alajuela Province, La Fortuna, Costa Rica
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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(28 Ratings)
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Bonafyde
Apr 1, 2024
Best ever! - Our guide Juan Carlos was the best ever! He took his time showing us the beauty of the river. We saw monkeys, sloths, iguanas. He made sure we had a good time. Highly recommend!
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Ariannagt4001sn
Mar 29, 2024
One of the best activities of Costa Rica - Jean carlos was an amazing guide. He allowed our teenagers to jump out of the boat multiple times. It was fun, exciting, and such a memorable experience. We would definitely do it again. If you go, try and ask for jean carlos.
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Andreakiki
Nov 6, 2023
An unforgettable day and a must do! - We've done the White Water Rafting on Balsa River which was a great experience! All guides were extremely friendly and we felt safe all the time with our guide Warner in the boat. After the tour we had a tasty lunch and were shown around at the little farm.One should know that it can take around 1.5hrs to get to the rafting place.But the long drive is definitely worth it. To be recommended!!
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Roam324578
Jun 20, 2023
Fun and Safety are the priorities! - Had an amazing experience. Started off with Giancarlo, He stopped on the way to the Rio Balsa so my kids could see a sloth up in the tree. Had so much detailed information about the area as well. Davita was the captain of our raft and made sure my kids were safe, but also had fun! When the river got a little quieter, we were able to get in inner tubes and got pulled behind the raft. But you have to ask for this in advance, so they bring the inner tubes. Which was so relaxing and enjoyable..Great time!! Awesome guides, awesome driver, awesome lunch. Amazing time! I see why Descent is number one on TripAdvisor! Thanks for the memories!
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728bradyn
Jun 12, 2023
New friends and great adventures - It was the most wonderful experience. It was a thrilling and fun adventure. It got us to step out of our comfort zone and let us discover new passions. It was amazing. Werner was so wonderful. And we loved our boat mates, two excellent women from Mexico, who are now our good friends. Thank you!
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Z8748qtkatiew
May 8, 2023
More than expected, a taste of everything - Exciting river 1/2 day adventure with experienced & knowledgable guides!! We were picked up from our hotel at 9am and were given information about the land and community. Our first guide was Kevin, who spoiled us wit fresh cut fruits on way to the drop point. Here we met our raft captain Christopher- he gave us paddling insrructions and navigated us through a thrilling adventure while pointing out wildlife on the way. Owls, sloths. monkeys, frogs, tropical birds can all be seen along the way. Rare and prehistoric plants, fruits and fauna were also interpreted for us by Christopher- Christopher is a guide for many activities and has some amazing experiences to share- of both his own and also his twin sister. Yes- Chriatopher also has twin powers! There was also opportunity to get out of the raft and float down thr river. About halfway through the journey we stopped again for more fresh cut fruits.... the juciest ans sweetest pineapple and watermelon. we were able to see 2 iguanas in the tree right above us while we munched our juicy treats! One of the guides even took our photos for us- for about 100 pics person, offered for a fair and reasonable price. No need to bring a bag on the boat- you will likely not take the risk of opening your bag on this more extreme adventure. I brouggt mine and realized after i should have left it with our driver who stays with the car and keeps things safe. After rafting Kevin drove us to lunch- vegetarian option available -finished with a CR coffee before a short and informative and visually pleasing tour of the plantation and their animals. The baby goats were like puppies following after us. We (volunteers) were able to grind fresh sugar cane and enjoy a sweet drink before an offering of moonshine to taste. We were back at our hotel by 3:30pm.
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693sujathat
Nov 21, 2022
Awesome guide and we had lots of fun - We did white water rafting in the balsa. The guide was fantastic and took us through the whole thing. The rapids were exciting and thrilling. Lunch was great.
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Eliah_w
Nov 18, 2022
Great value for money - Just fantastic friendly staff with lots of knowledge, great food and sugar cane demonstration. Was on the river for a long amount of time and felt well looked after.
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Jilaryvargas124
Nov 17, 2022
Incredible experience - Increíble experiencia, los guías 10/10, Aurelio, Kervin, Jimmy, Stanley, Wagner, y demás todos demasiado profesionales y hacen del Tour una experiencia más enriquecedora, se aprende, se diverte y se hacen nuevas amistades. Gracias chicos. 👏🏻 Incredible experience, the guides 10/10, Aurelio, Kervin, Jimmy, Stanley, Wagner and others, all too professional and make the Tour a more enriching experience, you learn, have fun and make new friends. Thanks guys. 👏🏻
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365kevynm
Jul 15, 2022
Rafting Balsa River - Wonderful experience! Our guide Warner was amazing and help make our trip informative and full of adventure. Thanks for a wonderful time!
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