Balsa River White Water Rafting: Class III & IV, Organic Lunch and Cultural Insight

Experience the thrill of Class III & IV white water rafting on the Balsa River, accompanied by expert guides. Enjoy a delicious organic lunch and learn about Costa Rican culture and nature.

Duration: 6 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights

Rafting Class III & IV on the Upper Section of Rio Balsa!
Tour Includes: transportation, towels, a bilingual river guide, a delicious Costa Rican organic farm lunch, fresh fruit, and a Trapiche demonstration.
What to bring: simple dry clothing like shorts and a t-shirt, a swimsuit, sunscreen, secure footwear such as sport sandals or water shoes, and a…

What's Included
  • Snacks
  • Lunch
  • Rafting class III & IV on River Balsa
  • Pick up and drop off in La Fortuna
  • Adventure Rafting
What's Not Included
  • No Gratuities - There are not included in the price.
  • Photos
Additional Information

Navigate Class III & IV rapids
Engage in an unforgettable journey through the largest gorge of the Balsa River. Feel a rush of adrenaline, a sense of peace, and a profound joy as you witness the miraculous transformation of this heavenly rift and its brave navigators.
Your adventure will be guided by seasoned river experts and safety kayakers. You’ll…

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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Lynnnb9322eu
Nov 3, 2025
10/10 First Time White Water Rafting Experience with the Best Crew! - Went on a family trip and it was our first time white water rafting. Orlando and Peto made it such a great, safe, fun, and enjoyable experience. Orlando’s humor, knowledge, and positivity pulled the whole activity together!!! Peto’s attention to detail to driving was greatly appreciated as he got us to and from the destinations safely. We were able to meet others during our excursion and while we were in the same raft. The lunch was a great variety with beans, potatoes, rice, chicken, vegetables, and plantains. Weather was in our favor this day as we came during the rainy season.
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Patrick
Nov 3, 2025
Great fun! - Great experience with Orlando and Ronald. Super fun rapids, some wildlife spotting (sloths, iguanas), and a great casado afterwards.
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861genesiss
Nov 2, 2025
Amazing time! 1000/10 recommend - We had an amazing time white water rafting in Costa Rica with our guide, Orlando! The experience was so much fun and felt extremely safe from start to finish. Orlando was very knowledgeable, patient, and made the adventure even more enjoyable with his great energy and information about the river and surroundings. Highly recommend this tour!
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Q7218iivanesam
Nov 1, 2025
Amazing. - Excellent experience, the instructors gave us every indication to do Rafting in total safety I stress the friendliness and predisposition of all the equipment, they are amazing, 100% recommended. I was amazed!!
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Fabiolaau3877kf
Oct 30, 2025
BEST PLACE FOR RAFTING 🙌🏻🔥 - We had an MAGICAL and AMAZING experience!!! Highly recommend Ronald, Orlando and Betto. They were super experienced and funny!! Made our day!! Great pictures, delicious food and they take you to a farm!!! PURE ADRENALINE! 🔥🙌🏻😍
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Benjamindl3212pb
Oct 29, 2025
Wonderful experience - A great way to see nature and the beautiful scenery. The white water was great. The guides are knowledgeable and keep safety at the top priority. The meal at the end was delicious.
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Courtneybr7052ze
Oct 21, 2025
Informational + fun! - Great experience! The staff was awesome + fun. Learned a bunch, ate delicious food, saw sloths, & rafting was great! Also, Orlando gave us a tour of the farm which was so cool!
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Lydiapc9208tr
Oct 21, 2025
Highly recommend!! - This was the most fun and THE HIGHLIGHT of our Costa Rica trip. Orlando, our guide, was fabulous! We went with +10 friends and felt safe the whole time. Definitely recommend while you’re at La fortuna.
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O2811cmmelissac
Oct 21, 2025
Orlandooooo! - Orlando led the charge for our group of 5!! The entire tour took about 6-7 hours, including a pit stop to look at sloths, lunch/snacks, and plenty of raft practice before hitting the water. The girls and I had zero raft training prior. Orlando was both hilarious and patient with us. Kept the jokes flowing. We will come back to him when we are in Costa Rica again! Miss you from Boston <3
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Companion10750717101
Oct 21, 2025
Great time with large group! - Did this with a group of 13. Had an absolutely amazing time and every came through the other side undamaged. The guides were great and hilarious and took great pictures of the excursion for us to look back on. Would recommend the activity to anybody interested!
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From $85
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).