Tours/San Jose/Extreme White Water Adventure Class III & IV
Extreme White Water Adventure Class III & IV
5.0(105)San Jose3 hours
VIATOR5.0(14)TRIPADVISOR5.0(91)
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At a glance
Duration
3 hours
Price from
$85 / person
Location
San Jose, Costa Rica
Rating
5.0 / 5 · 105 reviews
Languages
EN, ES
Group
Small group, up to 18
Cancellation
Free cancellation
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Sarapiqui Outdoor Center
Meeting point
We are approximately ***2 hours*** from the city of San Jose. Take into account the departure time and access routes to avoid delays with the tour schedule.
Description
Get ready for an unforgettable whitewater rafting adventure on Costa Rica’s Sarapiquí River.
Paddle through jungle-lined canyons and take on exciting rapids like Morning Coffee, The Terminator, and Dos Locos. Soak in the views of waterfalls, volcanoes, and mountain landscapes as you ride the river.
Our certified guides keep things safe, smooth, and fun — and they’ll also point out wildlife, tropical birds, and local plants along the way.
It’s the perfect mix of adrenaline and nature — ideal for thrill-seekers and outdoor lovers alike.
Tour Options
Half day
Duration: 4 hours
Traditional lunch
Enjoy with us for Half Day
Duration: 3 hours
What's included
Included
We’ll drive you to and back of the river
Insurances
Private parking lot
Lunch
International certified guides
All your safety equipment
WiFi
Safety instructions before the river
Tropical fruits and local root yucca snack(cassava)
Safety box
Dressings rooms
Lockers
Not included
Transportation - Private Shuttle
Photos and videos
Tips
Traveller Ratings
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Important Information
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Minimum age is 14 years
Children must be accompanied by an adult
May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Extreme White Water Adventure Class III & IV take?
Extreme White Water Adventure Class III & IV lasts about 3 hours.
How much does Extreme White Water Adventure Class III & IV cost?
Prices start at $85 per person for this San Jose experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel Extreme White Water Adventure Class III & IV for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is We are approximately ***2 hours*** from the city of San Jose. Take into account the departure time and access routes to avoid delays with the tour schedule. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Extreme White Water Adventure Class III & IV offered in?
The experience is available in EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 18 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(105)
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T4848CQericac
September 10, 2026
Breathtaking & fun trip
We had a great time rafting with this company! Our tour guides David and Steve were super friendly, and knowledgeable, and made sure we felt safe and had a great time the entire trip. We also got to make sugarcane juice and try it, as well as see their garden and rare white bats on their property! 10/10 would recommend. This river goes through nature preserves so we also got to see tons of birds and a monkey!
Operator response
We are very happy that you had such a great experience! It was a pleasure having you visit us, and thank you so much for your wonderful review.
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Steven V
July 5, 2026
Fantastically active outing
Insanely fun activity for family and friends. Nice guides and nice lunch afterwards
Operator response
Thank you so much for your review! We’re really happy to hear that you had a great time. Thank you for visiting us!
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jamesmT5768QL
May 6, 2026
David and Felipe were great!
David an Felipe were incredible guides on and off the river, and provided us with an unbelievable experience. We had a blast, and they both went above and beyond to show us a great times
Operator response
We’re very happy that you had a great experience. It was a pleasure having you visit us.
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751fannyv
April 25, 2026
Fantastic rafting experience of very good quality.
Great experience!!! Never before had such extensive safety instructions when rafting. Carlos has a lot of experience with rafting and David joined in a kayak for extra safety. Very nice and cool trip. On quiet stretches Carlos also explained animals/nature along the way. Afterwards a nice vegan lunch. Definitely a challenge and we felt safe the whole trip, even on the heavy parts.
Very good reception also with showers and towels arranged through them.
Operator response
Thank you very much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that you and your family had such a lovely afternoon. We will gladly pass on your compliments to our guide 😊. It’s great to know you also enjoyed the lunch and fresh fruit! We hope to welcome you again in the future.
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AandRsDad
April 13, 2026
Awesome morning on the Sarapiqui with SOC.
Steven and the crew was amazing. Very knowledgeable about the river and hit all the rapids just right. Able to point out monkey, sloth, iguana and more birds than I can count. To top it all off, the meal at the end was delicious along with the cacao and sugar cane. Thank you SOC.!
Operator response
Thank you very much for your comment. We are very happy to know that you had a great experience. Thank you so much for visiting us.
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B9519DAlaras
March 19, 2026
Very nice experience
We (4 adults) were rafting for the first time and tried level III-IV. We had a lot of fun and it all worked out without any problems. After the rafting there was a very good lunch and a small demonstration how to press sugar cane. We can definitely recommend.
Operator response
Thank you very much for your comment. We are very happy to hear that you had a great time and a wonderful experience on the Sarapiquí River.
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Z116FPsheilam
March 11, 2026
Thrilling adventure on class III and IV rapids on the Sarapiqui River
This class III and IV rafting trip was the second tour that my two adult daughters and I did with Sarapiqui Outdoor Center. Our guides were Carlos and Stephen – Carlos was in the raft with us and Stephen was in a kayak ahead in case there were any safety issues. Both guides were excellent – Carlos is a world class white water rafting expert and kept us safe and on track with his instructions. We felt assured that Stephen was there and he was wonderful at taking photos and videos of us during our trip. This was quite a thrilling adventure – the rapids are almost nonstop and it seemed that most of them were class IV. We were served a very tasty lunch afterwards in the restaurant next to the tour center. The Sarapiqui is a beautiful river to raft on – I highly recommend this tour company and guides Carlos and Stephen if you are up for this level of rapids. They also offer a class II and III trip if you’d like something less strenuous.
Operator response
Thank you so much for such a lovely comment, we are so glad you had a good time and a great experience, it was a pleasure to have you visit us.
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237emmanuellel
March 4, 2026
100% adrenaline and pura vida!
We booked a class IV half day rafting trip and we loved it! Finally an experience that lives up to our expectations in terms of adrenaline in particular! Esteban at the controls of the Raft frankly ensured the maneuvers and offered us fun, creepy and unforgettable moments! And David kayaked upriver to keep us safe "just in case" while making the photos and videos.
Muchas Gracias y pura vida!
Operator response
Thank you so much for visiting us and we are very happy that you had a great experience and felt the adrenaline of the Sarapiquí River.
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HEIJVM
March 1, 2026
You can’t leave Sarapiqui without a rafting tour from the Sarapiqui Outdoor Center!
Very professional! Much attention to safery. Steven knows all about the river and the animal life.
Operator response
Thank you so much for your comment and for visiting us.
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Magali_F
January 19, 2026
Fantastic!!!
Absolutely fantastic! 1st of all huge thanks to our guides, Steven and David! This was an amazing experience, we loved it. Also many many thanks again for waiting for us for 45 minutes to start the activity!!!! The lunch was excellent and it was fun getting the sugar cane at the end. MUCHAS GRACIAS E PURA VIDA.
Operator response
It's a pleasure that you had a good time; it's always important to us that you have a lot of fun. Thank you very much for visiting us.
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