Whitewater Rafting

[Explorer3]

One of the things I would like to do in Costa Rica is Whitewater Rafting. Is it safe? Do they have different levels for beginners or more advanced users?

[TicoTravel]

Yes, Costa Rica offers some of the world’s finest Whitewater Rafting and Kayaking Rivers. Its mountainous topography and copious rainfall are together responsible for one of the best white water river selections in the world. About half a dozen rambunctious rivers(Reventazon, Pacuare, Sarapiqui, Savegre, Naranjo, El General) are regularly run by experienced rafting outfitters, and those river trips not only provide plenty of excitement, they also pass some gorgeous scenery.

Costa Rica is the perfect place for a first white water rafting experience, since it has several rivers that offer a combination of reasonable rapids and beautiful floats. There are even rivers that are great for family excursions and bird watching, since they lack big rapids and flow through forests full of birds and other animals. Only top of the line equipment is used according to international safety and quality standards. Most of the guides are English speaking. A wide selection of outfitters run trips down the country's most accessible rivers using trained river guides and modern equipment -- life vests and helmets are provided for all rafters -- ensuring safe but exciting excursions. One-day river trips include transportation to and from the river, breakfast and a picnic lunch on the riverbank. Overnight trips often include lodging in riverside cabins and all meals.

For more information on whitewater rafting look on the web for Rios Tropicales, Amigos del Rio, Aventuras Naturales, etc.

[JacoJohn]

I'v been wanting to try it, but my wife is a little chicken... ok alot!!

i hear if you go in the dry season, the water level drops and it should be less scary..

the rain stops in Costa Rica in Dec, so i'd say probably in Feb - April should be safe.. for us.

anything i should know about??