On the day of your excursion, please enter Hostal Transilvania, and notify one of the staff that you are waiting to be picked up for rafting excursion.
Description
Ready for the ultimate rafting experience?
Our priority is making sure you have a great experience. There’s no rush, just great people and awesome rapids on one of Ecuador’s most enjoyable rivers!
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Start times
9:00 AM
Next available
Thu, Oct 8
Adult (ages 18–70)
$33
Youth (ages 12–17)
$33
Child (ages 6–11)
$33
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.
Tour Options
Half Day Rafting in Pastaza River
What's included
Included
Rafting Equipment
Photos
Lunch
Bi-linugual certified guide
Transportation
Not included
Breakfast
Extra drinks
Tips
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.7
9 reviews
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How it compares in Baños
No. 40 by number of reviews among 160 tours in Baños
Starting price $33 is 27% below the typical $45 for tours of similar length in Baños
Excurgo comparison of 160 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The traveler must know how to swim.
What to bring? please bring your bathing suite under your clothes, a towel, and a small bottle of drinking water. please do not bring valueables like your smartphone, they might get damaged or lost, we are going to provide you the photos, with no extra charge.
All times are approximate
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 Half Day Rafting in Pastaza River take?
Half Day Rafting in Pastaza River lasts about 5–6 hours.
How much does Half Day Rafting in Pastaza River cost?
Prices start at $33 per person for this Banos experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Half Day Rafting in Pastaza River run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:00 AM.
How much does Half Day Rafting in Pastaza River cost for children?
Children aged 6–11 pay from $33, adults from $33.
Can I cancel Half Day Rafting in Pastaza River 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 On the day of your excursion, please enter Hostal Transilvania, and notify one of the staff that you are waiting to be picked up for rafting excursion. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Half Day Rafting in Pastaza River 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 25 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Half Day Rafting in Pastaza River worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 9 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Kajol Lavan Travel.
Reviews(9)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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amau2c
June 10, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Amazing activity with great guides!
Amazing activity with great guides! We had so much fun navigating the river and the guide made it so much more exciting! Had a yummy lunch after at a local restaurant. Everything went smoothly and no complaints. Only compliments!
Operator response
Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We’re thrilled you had fun navigating the river and that our guides made it even more exciting. It’s wonderful to hear you enjoyed the local lunch and that everything went smoothly. Your compliments mean the world to us, and we look forward to welcoming you back for more adventures!
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xy436
November 23, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Good tour but unfortunately overloaded
Was good in itself but the group was a bit too big
The tour guides were great! 10/10
We would book them again and the price performance balances the group size
Operator response
Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us and for your wonderful review! 🌟 We’re delighted to hear that our tour guides made such a positive impression and that you would choose us again. Your feedback about group size is very valuable, and we’ll keep it in mind as we continue improving our tours.
We truly appreciate your trust and are glad the price–performance balance met your expectations. We look forward to welcoming you back for another adventure soon!
Warm regards,
The Kajol Lavan Travel Team
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Christopher_S
November 10, 2023 · via Viator
You'd be silly not to do it.
Incredible. Great attention. Super fun and the most extreme rapids I have ever gone down. Sucked in a whirlpool. They provided everything down to the shoes and a great lunch. They took pics and sent them right away.
Literally nothing to complain about except their underwhelming photos they have listed on their Viator as because they are nowhere near as great as they should be.
Operator response
Thank you for the 5 stars review, we really appreciate it, it was a pleasure to have you, safe and happy travels!
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Samuel_G
April 28, 2023 · via Viator
Most fun ever. Dario is the MAN!
I was skeptical about this trip having never gone white water rafting before, and the rapids were huge that day due to major rainfall the night beforehand. However, Dario, my guide and local expert was so full of skill and knowledge and enthusiasm that after just a couple minutes on the water my whole boat and I were yelling with joy. Dario is an absolute expert at his job and if you get the chance to do this trip, DO IT.
Operator response
Thank you for the 5 stars review, we really appreciate it, it was a pleasure to have you, safe and happy travels!
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amitais1997
November 11, 2022 · via Tripadvisor
Recommended Hostel Transylvania
Even though we didn't stay at the hostel, we went through rafting and snapping waterfalls with me. Everything was great, good guides and good equipment, coming out on time, everything was smooth and in a pleasant atmosphere.
Operator response
תודה על ההמלצה של ה5 הכוכבים, אנחנו מעריכים אז זה מאד, היה כיף לתת לך שירות, המשך טיול מהנה שיהיה!
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Stu276q
November 4, 2022 · via Tripadvisor
Great rafting
We had great time! A real extreme activity. The guide was great and spoke English and we also got nice photos
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Operator response
Thank you for the 5 stars review, we really appreciate it, it is a pleasure to have, safe and happy travels!
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Jeffrey_W
January 22, 2021 · via Viator
Simply a FANTASTIC day.
The guides were great and really helped us with the preparation for the river. I have been on many rivers and this was the best by far. An hour of rapids 3+To 4. The price/value ratio was a 10/10. I would go again. Have not received any pictures as yet. 1 714 287-5782
Jeffreywhitfield99@hotmail.com
Please, pretty please😊
Operator response
Thank you for the 5 stars review, Jeffrey, we really appreciate it, I'll make sure you'll get your Photos ASAP.
It was a pleasure to serve you.
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Dillon_B
January 27, 2020 · via Viator
Fear Not!
I just did the half day rafting trip a few days ago, and I'm really glad I did! This was the first time I had ever done white water rafting, and though I was not totally sure what to expect, I had an amazing time. The staff was super helpful, kept us safe, and ensured that all the participants enjoyed themselves. I really loved the guide, named Alex, who lead our raft! He gave clear, deliberate instructions and was also very funny. I highly recommend taking part on this rafting adventure, and to those who might be worried, don't be! You're in great hands!
Operator response
Thank you for the review, safe and happy travels!
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Sierra_L
January 26, 2020 · via Viator
High energy tour guides
Guides were fantastic. Fun, high energy, spoke Spanish and English. They communicated all instructions very well and geared the activities toward the abilities of the people on board.
Operator response
Thanks you for the review, safe and happy travels!
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