Tenorio River Rafting: Rainforest Adventure with Waterfall Drop and Costa Rican Cuisine

Experience the adrenaline rush of rafting down the Tenorio River, surrounded by lush rainforest and spotting wildlife. Finish with a thrilling waterfall drop and enjoy a delicious Costa Rican cuisine lunch.

Duration: 10 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Playa Langosta - 6:50 am\n- Tamarindo Beach - 7:00 am\n- Tamarindo - 7:00 am\n- Playa Conchal - 7:00 am\n- Playa Flamingo - 7:00 am\n- Playas del Coco - 7:00 am\n- Playa Panama - 7:00 am\n- Tenorio National Park - Hotel Pick up\n\nYou will be picked up from your hotel and journey to Canas, where you will prepare for…
What's Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Lunch
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Embark on a thrilling journey along the Tenorio River in the rainforest, witnessing exotic wildlife – a once in a lifetime adventure! Perfect for novices as well, it promises an unforgettable burst of adrenaline.
Drifting down the Tenorio River
Embark on a 12 kilometer (approximately 2-hour) journey on the Tenorio River, traversing regions marked by over…

Location
Tamarindo
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Tracy_l
May 8, 2025
Great experience! I was... - Great experience! I was terrified before we left but Luis did a great job ensuring our trip was safe and fun. Delicious food and great pictures too! Thank you!
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Amandawy1866ts
May 2, 2025
Amazing Time - We had the best time white water rafting in the Costa Rican jungle! Our guide Jason was awesome! We would highly recommend this activity and do it again if we come back.
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Shirley_t
Apr 27, 2025
Costa Rica River Adventure - Mario our guide on the river was exceptional! He made our experience fun and kept us safe. The food was good, facilities clean, and everyone was professional! Mario was very knowledgeable about the area and nature. I would recommend this tour.
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Cromwellmichael
Mar 26, 2025
Worth every penny. - A lot of fun, Stephen(sp?) was our guide and did an excellent job navigating the water but also sharing local fish, trees, animals and country information. Was a blast and would do it again.
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Pam050
Mar 19, 2025
Excellent adventure, but lengthy travel - Everything about the day was top notch. The guides were very professional and helpful. The rapids were incredible. My only downside was the travel distance from Tamarindo. It took 3 1/2 hours from pickup one way to finally reach the river. 2 hours one way does not come close in the description. If you don't mind the long commute, it is an excellent way to spend your time in Costa Rica.
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907zacharyy
Mar 17, 2025
Awesome white water experience - This was awesome. We went with Louis, he took great care of us. Our 9 year old daughter was scared, but Louis made it a lot of fun and even she had a blast at the end.
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Charissa_s
Mar 16, 2025
Whiewater Rafting for All - We had a group of 5 friends so they split us into 2 rafts. It was approximately 1 1/2 hours from our resort in Guanacaste to the starting point, Then we traveled about another 45 minutes to get to the starting point on the river. We were on the water about 2 hours. The guides were super friendly and made sure we all had a great and successful rafting trip. We followed the trip with a wonderful snack before heading back to the starting point to have an excellent lunch.
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Marcmatos
Mar 14, 2025
Junior is the man! - We had such a blast! We drove ourselves to the meeting spot, where the crew warmly welcomed us and clearly explained everything we'd be doing that day, transportation details, rafting instructions, and even lunch afterward. The rafting itself was amazing, lasting about 2.5 hours with the perfect blend of calm, relaxing stretches and exciting mini-waterfalls that were just right for our group. Big shoutout to our guide, Junior, who kept things fun and made sure we stayed safe the entire ride. Finishing off with a tasty Costa Rican lunch (chicken, rice, beans, and maduros) made the day even better. Definitely recommend this trip if you're looking for an unforgettable adventure!
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K1798jxdebw
Feb 22, 2025
Great experience - This trip is amazing. “Cookie” was our driver and picked us up on time for our 2 hr drive to the office. Then climbed into a big truck off road to the river. Mario and Juan were our guides down the river. They were experienced guides and took great care of us. The water level was down a little because of a lack of rain, which is not their fault. Then on to the restaurant for lunch. Alison was the paparazzi and took great photos. I give this trip a solid A. Only reason, I didn’t give them an A+ is personal. I like to collect shirts wherever I travel. I just wanted a shirt with Tenorio River Rafting on it. They only had a shirt that was very bright and things splashed on it. May work for some but for me it just isn’t my taste.
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Karenpz5089ca
Feb 15, 2025
Blasting through the Rapids - This whitewater rafting trip on the Tenorio River with Native's Way Costa Rica was absolutely fantastic. All of the staff were very professional and knowledgeable. And we were always given an update on our itinerary regarding what to expect throughout the day. The guides were all experienced and worked together in our big group to ensure everyone's safety. Before blasting through the rapids, our guide Sammy gave explicit instructions on what we had to do and when we were coasting through calmer waters, he pointed out howler monkeys, native birds and a HUGE Iguana sunbathing on the rocks. The traditional meal provided after the trip was amazing.... so delicious and included ice cream for dessert. Well worth the cost, would definitely recommend using Native's Way Costa Rica for this whitewater rafting experience. Thank you for an incredible experience I will never forget!
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From $119
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).