Peñas Blancas River Safari Float: Immersion in Wildlife & Forest Tranquility

Embark on a tranquil river safari float along the Peñas Blancas River, immersing yourself in the beauty of the forest and encountering a variety of wildlife. Spot monkeys, sloths, iguanas, turtles, caimans, and a plethora of bird species. Capture stunning photos and learn about the hidden treasures of this natural paradise from our knowledgeable guide.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Penas Blancas - Get to know the tropical river ecosystem, experience the tranquility of the forest while floating slowly down the Peñas Blancas River with the opportunity to observe many species of arboreal and aquatic animals such as: monkeys, sloths, iguanas, turtles, alligators and different types of birds such as herons, cormorants, American…
What's Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Professional guide
  • Snacks
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Experience the peacefulness of the forest floating down the Frío River with the opportunity to observe plenty of wildlife along it. Many different animals such as monkeys, sloths, iguanas, turtles, caimans and numerous bird species can be spotted. Our boat doesn’t use a motor, so, you can enjoy the sounds of nature as we paddle down the river offering…

Location
Penas Blancas
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Adam_b
Oct 5, 2024
Worth it! - This was our first trip to CR and we had a list of wildlife we wanted to see. This tour pretty much checked off 75% of our list, thanks to our guide Diego (who was extremely knowlegable and patient). We went the first week of September, the beginning of rainy season... Didn't see a cloud in the sky, and it was very quiet. I'd recommend bringing binoculars, and wear a pair of shoes you don't mind getting mud on, as you have to board the boat from a muddy shore.
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Sandy
Aug 24, 2024
Amazing, Peaceful - We just finished the tour with Jario and Albany. They were amazing. Jario met us in the parking lot and immediately greeted us. They were both very professional. Jario was knowledgeable about the flora and animals. We saw monkeys, iguanas, a sloth and a variety of birds. The river was beautiful and peaceful! We went to a ranch and had the absolute best banana bread ever, we had to leave with extra.. haha
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Melissa_w
Aug 23, 2024
Relaxing and fun! - This was a wonderful, relaxing experience! We didn’t want it to end! Cezar was an excellent guide and he worked really hard to find animals in the trees and in the river banks to show us. We saw monkeys, lizards, iguanas, bats, toucans, and more! The snack at the end was delicious and the small farm we visited was lovely. Would definitely recommend!
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Amy_m
Aug 22, 2024
Fun afternoon out on the river - We had such an amazing time. My 13 year old son was really excited for this trip and it didn’t disappoint. We knew going in that nature can have a mind of its own and we weren’t guaranteed to see any animals but our guide was great at looking for them and we saw way more than expected. He even stopped on the way and pointed out a sloth from the road. The snack at the local farm was great and a nice way to finish the tour. Would definitely recommend.
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Ricardo_m
Aug 19, 2024
Wonderful experience - We were hoping to spot some wildlife and have a more relaxing experience than white water rafting. Pick up and drop off at our hotel was seamless. Our tour guide, Jose, did a great job- we were lucky to see a number of howler monkeys during our trip including a baby and he gave us a lot of other interesting info about Costa Rica. The snack at the farm after the trip was delightful and a great way to pass the time while José and our driver got everything ready for the return trip.
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Carina_r
Jul 20, 2024
Must see with children! - Great experience. Family of 5 (kids ranging from 2-8), everyone had a wonderful time . Guides were informative , César and Jose went the extra mile to help us find sloths & monkeys. The lunch included was delicious, we appreciated the fresh cheese , cake , and juice.
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Chuckwagon_nc-la
Jul 13, 2024
Family excursion in Costa Rica - This was an awesome adventure for our family. Carlos was an awesome guide and we enjoyed his narrating, familiarity with local wildlife, and knowledge of the area. He is an excellent photographer! We saw bats, sloths, iguanas, Cayman crocs, holler monkeys, spider monkeys, and lots of bird species. Our lunch with Wendy and her friends was delicious and a great picture of local cuisine and hospitality. It was a favorite for our family! Would highly recommend to get glimpse of Costa Rican culture, food and wildlife.
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Billi_t
Jul 10, 2024
Best way to see Costa Rica - Our family had a wonderful safari boat ride. Pick up was on time and it was a quick ride to the boat take off. We had a chance to use restroom before we boarded the raft. Throughout the 2 hour ride we saw birds, amphibians, 2 monkey species. Our guide was very knowledgeable about Costa Rica and the animals. After the ride we were at a “farm/home” where we ate a heavy snack accompanied with fresh juice or coffee. Plantains, cheese, fresh breads were delicious! On our quick ride back to the hotel, our guide took us on a detour where we spotted a Sloth (I had told our guide earlier we had not seen one yet), WOW! He really went out of his way to make sure we saw everything!!! This is a wonderful excursion. You will not need to take anything with you. They provide all you need. Enjoy the ride!
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V9633imjaner
Apr 20, 2024
Fun and informative River Safari - The guides were knowledgeable and friendly. We had a lovely group of people as well. There is a fair amount of unshaded areas of the river and the sun was intense. We were on the 11am tour and saw howler monkeys, a sloth, a boa constrictor, bats and lots of iguanas and basilisks.
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283annei
Apr 8, 2024
Amazing real nature experience! Pura Vida Costa Rica! - The shuttle was timely, the staff and naturalist guides were friendly, spoke well in English and of course Spanish, were incredibly knowledgeable and taught us a lot and the river and the beauty of Costa Rica was completely unforgettable. We recommend this for anyone! We saw sloths, howler monkeys, toucan and kingfishers and herons and the best of all was a troupe of capuchin monkeys that had little ones who played like toddlers with no concern at all we were watching them! Phenomenal tour! And, the authentic snack at the end was a perfect ending to the trip. 5 stars all the way!
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From $84
up to 15 guests
2 Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).