⭐ Tours in and around La Fortuna, compared in one place
Compare rafting from La Fortuna from the current La Fortuna catalogue. The town is a base rather than the location of every attraction: Arenal Volcano National Park is about 16 km from the centre, and Río Celeste or Caño Negro takes most of a day. We therefore keep the starting point visible instead of treating every Arenal-area listing as a town-centre activity.
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⏱ 5 hours · 4.9 (800)
Embark on a thrilling rafting trip down the class 2 and 3 rapids of the beautiful Balsa River. Navigate 10 km downstream, stopping along the way to rest, swim and eat some fresh…
from €58 per person
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⏱ 5 hours · 4.9 (395)
Experience a thrilling white water rafting adventure at the foot of the Arenal Volcano. Your professional staff will provide you with a personal experience, as you traverse some…
from €75 per person
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⏱ 8 hours · 4.9 (118)
Enjoy whitewater rafting and zip-lining on this tour from La Fortuna. Experience zip-lining through the rainforest canopy before rafting through class 2-3 rapids on the Río Balsa.
from €131 per person
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⏱ 4 hours · 4.8 (42)
Enjoy an exciting rafting adventure on this half-day tour in Costa Rica and discover Río Balsa, a beautiful river surrounded by rainforest near the Arenal Volcano.
from €86 per person
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⏱ 4.5 hours · 4.9 (31)
Raft 12 kilometers of Class II and III rapids on the Balsa River, surrounded by lush rainforest in La Fortuna's natural landscape.
from €67 per person
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⏱ 5 hours · 4.9 (29)
Enjoy our most challenging adventure, a white water rafting tour with rapids III & IV, this thrilling adventure of 2 hours is the best option for adrenaline junkies.
from €76 per person
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⏱ 8 hours · 4.9 (29)
Savor the powerful presence of the Volcano on your own ATV quad, then spend the second half day Rafting on Balsa River Class II & III.
from €169 per person
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⏱ 8 hours · 4.9 (29)
Enjoy the Costa Rican rainforest on this adventure. Join a whitewater rafting trip on the Sarapiquí or Toro River with Desafío Adventure Company. View the Arenal Volcano as you…
from €110 per person
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⏱ 8.5 hours · 5.0 (20)
Enjoy a full-day adventure in the tropical forest of Costa Rica with a combo tour. Feel the thrill of canyoning and white water rafting in La Fortuna, then eat lunch and explore…
from €134 per person
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⏱ 6 hours · 4.9 (18)
Enjoy a fun float down the white waters of the Balsa River, first in a raft paddling hard though the rapids and then second part in a tubing paddling with your arms alone though…
from €71 per person
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⏱ 6 hours · 4.9 (12)
Explore the grandest canyon of the Balsa River on this stunning white water rafting trip. Experience the excitement, serenity, and enchanting beauty of the river, as you learn t…
from €71 per person
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⏱ 8 hours · 4.9 (11)
Participate in 2 of Costa Rica's most thrilling tours, canyoning through the rainforest and white water rafting, on this adrenaline-pumping tour.
from €183 per person
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⏱ 8.5 hours · 5.0 (9)
Combine two great activities into one amazing action-packed day on this full-day rafting and rappelling adventure from La Fortuna. Take a 4x4 ride to rappel through waterfalls,…
from €174 per person
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⏱ 5 hours · 4.7 (8)
Experience the adrenaline of 25 rapids on a section of 2 hours (10 km) on Rio Sarapiqui, with wildlife observation, swimming in clear water, cliff jumping and taste the sweetest…
from €63 per person
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⏱ 6 hours · 4.8 (6)
Experience the excitement of water rafting in a picturesque jungle setting. This family-friendly adventure guarantees thrills for all, making it a perfect outing to create lasti…
from €89 per person
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⏱ 7 hours · 5.0 (6)
Experience the thrill of Sarapiquí Rafting Class IV & III on one of Costa Rica’s most stunning rivers—without worrying about experience!
from €100 per person
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⏱ 7 hours · 3.5 (6)
Enjoy the 3 most popular experiences at Go Adventure Arenal Park in 1 tour from La Fortuna. Enjoy white water tubing through Arenal River, zipline with 9 platforms, and ride a h…
from €161 per person
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⏱ 7 hours · 5.0 (4)
Navigate the thrilling rapids on a white-water rafting tour in La Fortuna. Rush past monkeys and toucans, rappel down waterfalls as the water splashes your face, glide over a zi…
from €174 per person
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⏱ 6 hours · 4.7 (3)
Experience the thrill of whitewater rafting on the Balsa River. Navigate Class 2/3 rapids, spot wildlife, and enjoy a traditional Costa Rican lunch.
from €80 per person
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⏱ 6 hours · 5.0 (3)
Experience the excitement of whitewater rafting on this adventure to the class 2 and 3 Balsa River. Get your adrenaline pumping as you raft some of Costa Rica’s best whitewater…
from €81 per person
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⏱ 7 hours · 5.0 (3)
Embark on a thrilling journey with white-water rafting on the Balsa River and ziplining through the rainforest canopy. Spot wildlife and enjoy an adrenaline-packed day.
from €125 per person
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⏱ 8 hours · 5.0 (3)
Enjoy a great day of rafting on the way from San Jose to La Fortuna, or vice versa. Avoid losing a day traveling as you raft some of Costa Rica’s best whitewater rapids in the b…
from €161 per person
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⏱ 6 hours · 5.0 (2)
The Sarapiquí River is perfect for all levels of paddlers, from experts to first timers and families. The crystal clear waters and action-packed class II & III rapids will ensur…
from €86 per person
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⏱ 5 hours · 5.0 (2)
Enjoy a safari tour on the Peñas Blancas River: an exciting rafting adventure amidst lush landscapes, wildlife sightings and guided exploration - an unforgettable eco-adventure!
from €71 per person
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⏱ 7 hours · 5.0 (2)
Taste chocolate during a hands-on bean-to-bar demonstration and try making a tropical chocolate drink, then raft Class 2–3 rapids on the Balsa River.
from €131 per person
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⏱ 8 hours · 5.0 (1)
Dive into Costa Rica's wild side with white-water rafting and canyoning. Spot exotic wildlife and enjoy an unforgettable adventure.
from €134 per person
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Experience thrilling rafting on the Rio Balsa and canyoning through waterfalls.
from €179 per person
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⏱ 8 hours 0
Get your adrenaline pumping with a rafting day trip through the Sarapiqui River's whitewater rapids. Enjoy air-conditioned transportation from Arenal or La Fortuna, safety i…
from €143 per person
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⏱ 8 hours 0
Experience the thrill of canyoning and rafting. Rappel down waterfalls, soar through the air on canopy cables, and navigate the rapids of the Balsa River.
from €420 per person
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⏱ 6 hours 0
Raft a challenging, scenic Class V route on the Rio Sarapiqui through lush rainforest. Descend with expert river guides and safety kayakers alongside you.
from €116 per person
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⏱ 7 hours 0
Embark on a rafting tour on the Peñas Blancas River from La Fortuna. Spot wildlife, enjoy the rainforest scenery, and savor a delicious lunch after your adventure.
from €165 per person
Check availability →Start with the physical effort and transfer, not the photograph. Volcano and waterfall walks include uneven ground or many steps; rafting grades, canyoning and ziplines require different confidence levels. A hot-spring pass is the easier option after an active morning.
For wildlife, a guide is most useful because frogs, sloths and birds are difficult to spot without trained eyes. Early birding and night walks serve different species. For distant outings, compare the pickup time with self-driving; the destination may be closer to another town even when the product is sold from La Fortuna.
Good to know: Rain can arrive quickly and a clear volcano view is never guaranteed. Check whether hotel pickup, admission and a meal are included; similarly named tours often differ on exactly those points.
Good to know
No. Many include hotel pickup, while others meet at a park, river base or private reserve outside town. Read the meeting-point field before paying.
It varies. The tour title is not proof; check the included-services list for the exact product.
Yes. Rain is normal and cloud can hide the volcano. Operators may alter or cancel activities when river or trail conditions require it.
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