Riding the Rapids
Riding the Rapids

Savegre Whitewater Rafting, Manuel Antonio

Whitewater raft one of Central America's cleanest, loveliest rivers, the Savegre, on class II-III rapids in lush jungle

Overview

Start your Savegre River Whitewater Rafting Adventure with a pickup from your hotel in Manuel Antonio. You'll then travel to the Savegre River and begin your rafting journey, paddling through Class II and Class III rapids while surrounded by stunning rainforest scenery. After an exciting and scenic trip down the river, you'll be transferred to base camp to dry off and enjoy a delicious meal before heading back to your hotel.

Highlights

  • Paddle through Class II and Class III rapids
  • Experience the thrill of whitewater rafting surrounded by breathtaking rainforest scenery

Know before you go

Duration
5.5 hours
Recommended for
8 years old & up
Group
Small group
Food & Drink
Lunch Included. In addition to lunch, a small snack is included

What you'll do

Get ready for an exciting day out on the Savegre River, one of Central America's cleanest and most beautiful rivers, located within Manuel Antonio National Park. You'll be picked up from your hotel and driven to the river, where you'll meet your experienced guide and receive a safety briefing and rafting instructions.

Then, it's time to hit the water and start your rafting adventure! Unlike some rafting experiences, this is a gentle yet exciting introduction to riding the rapids, and great for the whole family to enjoy. You'll paddle through Class II and Class III rapids, experiencing the thrill of riding the rapids in a safe and controlled environment. Along the way, you'll also pass through riffles and easy-to-negotiate waves, providing a fun and varied experience for all.

One of the best parts of this trip is the incredible scenery that surrounds you throughout the journey. As you raft down the river, you'll be surrounded by lush rainforest and dramatic jungle landscapes, feeling like one of Central America's early explorers on an incredible adventure.

After a thrilling ride down the river, you'll be transferred to base camp to dry off and enjoy a delicious meal before heading back to your hotel, with memories of an incredible day out on the Savegre River.

Start times

  • Daily
    8:00 am, 12:00 pm

What's included

  • Transportation
  • Guide
  • Lunch
  • Snacks
  • Beverages
  • Rafting equipment

Traveler reviews

2 total ratings, 2 with reviews
5.0 out of 5
Feature ratings
Quality of Experience
5.0
Food
5.0
Guides, Drivers and Staff
5.0
Transport
5.0
Sushma
Sushma S.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Feb 19, 2024

Rafting was great, not to hard, got wet.
Ride to river was through some villages. Lunch after was good local food.

Harshida
Harshida P.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Feb 18, 2024
First time whitewater rafting, even though dry season, the rapids were still 1-2 level and good for beginners. We enjoyed the excursion. Read more

First time whitewater rafting, even though dry season, the rapids were still 1-2 level and good for beginners. We enjoyed the excursion.

Quality of Experience
They kept us entertained
Food
Driver had pineapple and watermelon ready as we finished our rafti by and drinks. The tour provided authentic costarican lunch which was good
Guides, Drivers and Staff
The crew kept us entertained we enjoyed the drive. To the river as they explained the surrounding landscape
Transport
A bit bumpy and curved roads , but your driving thru the back roads, not too bad

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