The float trip on the Rio Penas
Costa Rica | Jan 9 - Jan 15, 2026

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Linda P.
Denver, CO | Reviewed on Jan 22, 2026

We really had a great time. RideCR picked us up at the airport and later dropped us up at the airports. It was a long ride but they stopped for a break both ways. Hotel Eco La Fortuna had a great breakfast buffet every morning. The river float was peaceful with juice drinks and cakes afterwards. The Arenal Volcano hike was too physical for us but the another couple was a physical trainer and he was so helpful getting Neil and I through it. To our surprise our hike included a trip to the hot springs and lunch afterwards. Since we had already booked Ziplining for the afternoon our Jamacar guide arrange for the hot springs and dinner afterwards and picked us up at 8 pm afterwards. We transferred to Nosara the next day. We stayed at Living Hotel in Nosara which was quite quaint. Experience Nosara took on a bird watching tour. It was suppose to to be a hike but he offered us a kayak drift instead which we were thrilled about after the Volcano hike
It was a great trip.

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Eco Arenal
Fortuna

Beautiful flowers and tropical birds in the landscaping , a great breakfast buffet on an open veranda.

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Living Hotel
Nosara

Small comfortable bungalow with an outdoor patio and hammock. Dining and shopping available just outside the lobby. Beautiful and quiet pool with lounges just a short walk from our room.

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Río Peñas Blancas Safari Float Experience
Río Peñas Blancas Safari Float Experience
Arenal/La Fortuna
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