Rioja Rent a Car in Costa Rica, Costa Rica Information, Rafting
Costa Rica Information
Rafting
The rivers are the most popular river Reventazon and Pacuare River. These rivers, on the side of the Caribbean Sea, can be traveled throughout the years and have a class II rapids V, depending on the section of the river and the season. From June to October is the time when it is considered that the rivers are more "wild", which coincides with the rainy season over, but you mojaras no matter what time of year to go. There are of quicker routes for all levels of experience. You are encouraged passengers to use a lot of sunscreen and should bring a change of clothes for changing.
North of San Jose, Sarapiqui River is one-day tours from May to November. This river is narrower and more "technical" than the Reventazon and Pacuare, and therefore less crowded. On the Pacific coast, the river is a river Chirripó large volume of water that falls from the highest mountain in Costa Rica and is navigable from mid-June to mid-December. The trips on this river lasts usually three to four days. The journey is more gentle on the river Corobicí near Cañas. This trip is almost a raft floating in calm but there are good opportunities to see many birds and sometimes monkeys. This is a good trip for the whole family and can be done throughout the year.
North of San Jose, Sarapiqui River is one-day tours from May to November. This river is narrower and more "technical" than the Reventazon and Pacuare, and therefore less crowded. On the Pacific coast, the river is a river Chirripó large volume of water that falls from the highest mountain in Costa Rica and is navigable from mid-June to mid-December. The trips on this river lasts usually three to four days. The journey is more gentle on the river Corobicí near Cañas. This trip is almost a raft floating in calm but there are good opportunities to see many birds and sometimes monkeys. This is a good trip for the whole family and can be done throughout the year.
The rivers that fall from the central mountains to the coast provide good opportunities to make rapid rafting tours. There are many operators providing this activity boats, rafts, paddles, life jackets, helmets and guides if you go with them. The day trip includes lunch and round trip transportation by bus from San José. Travel of more than one day can also be arranged. Most operators of rapid rafting tours offer kayak rental or at least information about it, and sometimes, if you have the necessary experience in a kayak can accompany a group that is doing the traveling fast on a raft . Thousands of tourists enjoy the rapids every year, and most have a very pleasant and memorable adventure.
However, it must be borne in mind that the rapid rafting companies are not regulated by the government of Costa Rica so that, for your own safety, use an operator that offers experienced guides. You must also know how to swim well and not be afraid to water. Some people drown each year so be cautious. This does not mean you should not consider this adventure, it just means a more adventurous sport and some risk is part of the experience
However, it must be borne in mind that the rapid rafting companies are not regulated by the government of Costa Rica so that, for your own safety, use an operator that offers experienced guides. You must also know how to swim well and not be afraid to water. Some people drown each year so be cautious. This does not mean you should not consider this adventure, it just means a more adventurous sport and some risk is part of the experience
