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Arenal White Water Rafting In Balsa River Costa Rica

Arenal River Rafting
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Rafting Balsa River
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Rafting Adventure
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Arenal River Rafting
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Experienced Guides for your Costa Rica Tour

You can trust the safety trained and professional guides, who speak perfect English and Spanish to introduce you to the beauty and art of rafting in white water. The staff at Desafio is very friendly, and they will make sure that everything is in order before you set off on your adventure. They know the best routes, signs of changing weather and local conditions, so you do not have to worry about a thing. The company is the highest rated Costa Rica day tour operator, and we at My Costa Rica recommend only the best. All the rafts and kayaks are safety checked and well maintained, and you will get an introduction into the safety features and rules of rafting prior to setting off on your white water rafting Costa Rica tour near the Arenal Volcano.

Trusted Costa Rica Tour Operator: Desafio

You can trust the company we recommend, and the guides would make sure that you get all the information that you'll need to successfully complete the Balsa River rafting tour. Desafio has all the permits and certifications to operate adventure tours in Costa Rica. The company has been water rafting in the Arenal volcano area for more than 18 years, and the Rio Balsa (Balsa River) is currently rated as a Class 2/3 white water. It is perfect for first-timers and children, who would like to experience the real adrenaline rush without taking risks on their Costa Rica vacation. There will be different challenges you have to complete during the white water rafting tour, to make sure you are up to the challenge. The first two rapids - “Morning Coffee” and the exercise called “Rock around the Croc” provide you a fun way to get experience and start feeling the waves.

Safety Assured White Water Rafting

You will be given different safety instructions before and during the Arenal Volcano tour, and the certifications of the company would be able to assure you that you will feel safe every minute of the trip. As there are dams through the river, the water level is kept around the same all the time, so you will know what to expect. You will be given excellent training and guidance, and soon you will feel that the people guiding you are not even staff members, but a part of your family. White water rafting on the Balsa river is without a doubt one of the best ways to enjoy the beautiful scenery found near the Arenal Volcano in Costa Rica.

Balsa River near Arenal Volcano Natural Features

Balsa River is only 30 kilometers from La Fortuna waterfall, and you will be picked up from the hotel. There are wonderful sceneries all around, and you will soon find yourself rafting through one of the most amazing rainforests of Central America. The fantastic views of the Arenal Volcano, different unique water features and lush forests would make your Costa Rica vacation unforgettable. After you complete the 2 Balsa river hour white water rafting tour, you will be able to enjoy an authentic lunch at the destination; a traditional Costa Rican restaurant owned by the Desafio Company. There will be loads of tropical fruit for dessert and vegetarian options as well. Tours usually start at 11 AM, and the pickup can be arranged from all of our recommended Hotels near the Arenal Volcano.