River Rafting - H2o Adventures

NARANJO RIVER
RAFTING (CLASS III-IV)

Tour description:

Only 30 minutes away into the mountains from the Manuel Antonio / Quepos area, the Naranjo River offers an exhilarating, exploding section of white water. This river is the natural southern border of Manuel Antonio National Park.

The section we run goes from the town of Villanueva in the mountains to the Llamarón Bridge on the road from Quepos to Dominical. On these 6 miles of whitewater we will run rapids like "La Piñata", "El Cesar" & "Robin Hood". On the second half of our run the river opens up on the Pacific flatlands giving us the opportunity to enjoy the view and se many species of birds like the Ringed King Fisher and the White Ibis. With a little bit of luck we might be able to see one of the crocodiles that live on the river.

Our trip starts at your hotel, where our minibus will pick you up and take you to the put in of the river, passing through the towns of Naranjito & Villanueva. Once there, our guides will gear you up and after our safety talk we will start our descent maneuvering the rapids of the mighty Naranjo River.

Tour duration: 1/2 day (around 4 hours)

Tour duration: 1/2 day (around 4 hours)

Distance: 10km / 6 miles

Departures: Daily, at 8:00 a.m. & 1:00 p.m.

Season: April - December

Conditions: 8 & up. Depending on size.

Price includes: Transfers from and to the Manuel Antonio / Quepos area; snack (fruit, juices, water, cookies) in the middle of the tour; all the specialized gear needed for the activity (helmets, PFD's, paddles); professional, bilingual & friendly guides

Not included: *Transfers outside the Manuel Antonio-Quepos area; photography service, gratuities for guides.
* Transfers outside this area can be arranged with an additional charge.

What to bring: swimsuit and / or shorts of a quick drying material; towel; sun screen (SPF-15 or higher) complete change of clothes. Rubber soled shoes that stay on and can get wet. Strap on sandals, tennis shoes or similar. Flip flops are not recommended.

Reservation and cancellations policies: If reserved through a travel agent or hotel, a voucher must be presented before boarding. If reserved directly in our offices please provide invoice. In order to receive full refund for your cancellation you must cancel before 4 p.m. the day before trip departure. For groups (8+) cancellation must be made 3 days before the trip. Please be on time at your specified pickup hotel, no refunds for no-shows. No refunds if trips are cancelled due to high water or other natural causes that would endanger your safety.

Price per person: $65 USD

All our prices are subject to change without notice.


NARANJO RIVER
CHORRO SECTION (CLASS IV +)

Tour description:

Exploding from the hills, just 35 minutes northeast from the Quepos / Manuel Antonio area, breathes the start Costa Rica's best commercial run. Chorro section starts in the mountain village of Esquipulas. Our route carves deep into the river's exposed bedrock, making this thrilling section of the Naranjo River an exception to the geological youth of Costa Rica. This 3km canyon delights the adventure seeker with fun drops and steep runs through 12 technical narrows. Be ready!! to bounce and squeeze through the gorge's tight rock walls, maneuver and carve around massive boulders and bends, and sweep down drops through challenging unforgettable chutes. Within the 2 mile stretch we will tackle rapids such as, "Tail of the Dragon", "Chorro" and "Asteric & Obelisc".

Between runs we have the opportunity to witness untouched tropical forest yielding various species of birds such as the Chestnut Mandible Toucan, Aracaris, and several kinds of Kingfishers. This unique yet challenging opportunity with H2O offers a first hand look at Costa Rica's bountiful nature and dominating rivers. Enjoy the rush. PURA VIDA !!!!!!!!!

Tour duration: 1/2 day (around 4 hours)

Distance: 3km / 2 miles

Departures: Daily, at 8:00 a.m and 12:30pm

Season: January-April

Conditions: 12 years or older
(age limit depends on size and weight. all minors should have parents concent)

Price includes: Transfers from and to the Manuel Antonio / Quepos area; snack (fruit, juices, water, cookies); all the specialized gear needed for the activity (helmets, PFD's, paddles); professional, bilingual & friendly guides.

Not included: *Transfers outside the Manuel Antonio-Quepos area; photography service, gratuities for guides.

* Transfers outside this area can be arranged with an additional charge.

What to bring: swimsuit and / or shorts of a quick drying material; towel; sun screen (SPF-15 or higher) complete change of clothes. Rubber soled shoes that stay on and can get wet. Strap on sandals, tennis shoes or similar. Flip flops are not an option.

Reservation and cancellations policies: If reserved through a travel agent or hotel, a voucher must be presented before boarding. If reserved directly in our offices please provide invoice. In order to receive full refund for your cancellation you must cancel before 7 p.m. the day before trip departure. For groups (8+) cancellation must be made 5 days before the trip. For high and peak season cancellations must be made 7 days before the trip. Please be on time at your specified pickup hotel, no refunds for no-shows. No refunds if trips are cancelled due to high water or other natural causes that would endangered your safety.

Price per person: $80 USD

All our prices are subject to change without notice.


SAVEGRE RIVER 3/4
RAFTING (CLASS II-III)

Tour description:

Consider one of the cleanest rivers in Central America; the Savegre is an authentic full day adventure: relaxation and pure action while enjoying the fantastic landscapes. The Savegre River Valley is nowadays in danger of being damned. Please, get in touch with us at info@h2ocr.com if you are interested in helping us save this beautiful free flowing river.

This adventure starts with an early drive south of Quepos on our a/c minibus. It takes 1½ hours through African oil plantations, teak reforestation projects and incredible landscapes to the river put-in.

After a safety briefing we start maneuvering rapids like "Boca Diablo" and "Washing Machine". We stop on the river shore for a snack of fresh fruits and cookies to then continue our river journey. Before the end we hit "Screaming Child" rapid and then the river tames down until we meet with our mini bus. A five minute drive will take you to Silencio Lodge where a hot Costa Rican meal will be served on your table. After lunch is a 50 minute drive back to Quepos.

Tour duration: 6½ hour

Distance: 10 Km. 6 miles

Departures: Daily at 8:00 a.m. and 11 a.m

Season: All year

Conditions: Minimum 4 passengers. 5 years old and up. NO previous experience needed.

Price includes: Transfers from Manuel Antonio/Quepos to and from Savegre River; river snack; lunch, all the specialized gear needed for the activity (helmets, life jackets, paddles); professional & bilingual white water rafting guides.

Not included: *Transfers outside of Manuel Antonio area, video, photography service, gratuities for your guides.

* Transfers outside this area can be arranged with an additional charge.

What to bring: Swimsuit and/or shorts of a quick drying material; towel; sun screen (spf-15 or higher); bug repellent ,complete change of clothes. Rubber soled shoes that stay on and can get wet (Strap on sandals, tennis shoes or similar). Flip flops are not recommended.

Reservation and cancellations policies: If reserved through a travel agent or hotel, a voucher must be presented before boarding. If reserved directly in our offices please provide invoice. In order to receive full refund for your cancellation you must cancel before 7 p.m. the day before trip departure. For groups (8+) cancellation must be made 5 days before the trip. For high and peak seasons cancellations must be made 7 days before the trip. Please be on time at your specified pickup hotel, no refunds for no-shows. No refunds if trips are cancelled due to high water or other natural causes that would endangered your safety.

Price per person: $89 USD

All our prices are subject to change without notice.