Jacamar Naturalist Tours:

Located: La Fortuna, San Carlos. Alajuela.

Description: you will enjoy a pleasant morning of kayaking on Lake Arenal and breath taking views of the Arenal Volcano.
On your trip you may observe different species of birds like the “Flycatcher”, “Kingfisher”, “Great Blue Heron” and “Anhinga” and may also possibly hear the Howler monkeys!

Contact:
Tel: (506) 479-9767

Canoa Aventura:

Located: La Fortuna, San Carlos. Alajuela.

Description: Don’t miss this outstanding tour on the quiet waters of river Peñas Blancas or river Arenal in our inflatable rafts. You will experience a relaxing half day, led by our bilingual naturalist guide. An expert in Safari adventures, he will provide a safe environment and point out to you the beautiful flora and fauna of the region. Animals like sloths, monkeys, toucans, crocodiles, Jesus Christ Lizards and turtles might cross your way, not to forget the colorful world of the many species of birds. Truly an outing you will never forget!

Contact:
Tel: (506) 479-8200

Iguana Tours

Located: Manuel Antonio, Puntarenas.

Description: The pace of any of Iguana Tours’ kayaking adventures is determined by your group’s abilities and interests, and the abundance of wildlife you all want to stop and observe (or learn about) – all in its natural and breathtaking habitat.  All our kayaking tours come with round-trip transportation, highly-educated bilingual guides and naturalists, all equipment, snacks, a hearty Tico style meal, and local refreshments. Whether in the day or the night, come, learn and experience a delicate treasure Costa Ricans are so desperately trying (and successfully) working to preserve – our tropical rain forest.  Overall, any of our kayaking adventures are memorable and fun for just about everyone, yet they all are a terrific way to experience the exotic Costa Rican ecosystem in a way that only Manuel Antonio can be shown – by Iguana Tours.

Contact:
Tel: (506) 777-2052

Rafiki Safari

Located: Quepos, Manuel Antonio, Puntarenas.

Description: The Savegre River offers whitewater sections for kayakers of all ability levels. A full line of Riot kayaks are available for rent, including all necessary gear. We also provide lessons for beginning, intermediate, and advanced kayakers. Feel free to contact us for information on rates and details.

Contact:
Tel: (506) 777-5327

Aventuras Tropicales

Located: Golfo Dulce, Osa Peninsula, Puntarenas.

Duration: 3 hours.

Description: From the Sándalo beach the kayak adventure begins towards the reef, there are approximately 3 hours available to explore reefs along coast, you will see beautiful tropical fish, rays, morays and great variety of mollusks. The guide will show the of reefs in Golfo Dulce  and you will be able to discover the importance of these ecosystems for the life in the sea.  After the reefs will paddle until some beach in the way to prepare a light lunch, that of course will include tropical fruits. There is also a second option for the reef adventure, is paddling the hole way until the reef. We are going to stop in any beach to have a lunch and the follow the way until Puerto Jimenez. Both options are excellent adventures and without a doubt unforgettable experiences Is necessary to reserve in advance to coordinate the tour according to the tides schedule (it is recommended to leave before low tide)

Contact:
Tel: (506) 735 5195

Escondido trex

Located: Puerto Jiménez, Osa Peninsula, Puntarenas.

Description: Rincon River is great for bird watching. We cross the Rincon Bay where we will dock to see our first waterfall. We can do some light rock climbing here and walk in a beautiful riverbed. We paddle along the coast from here on and stop to explore deserted beaches and trails that lead into the forest. Snorkeling at small reefs along the way is possible. We always stop to explore the mysterious "Mogos Islands " (said to hold buried pirate treasure and Indian burial grounds).

Contact:
Tel/fax: 011-506-735-5210

Aventuras bravas

Located: in Puerto Viejo, Talamanca, in the south Caribbean coast, Limón.

Duration: 5 hours.

Description: Calm and easy river, no experience necessary. Travel by car to the village of Suretka, deep in the Bribri Indigenous Reserve. After an orientation on kayaks and river safety, float downs the jungle river, enjoying sweeping mountain views along the way. Soon the river becomes the border between Costa Rica and Panama. We will stop on the Panama side to stretch and enjoy a light lunch. Then the final run of river ending in Bribri.

Contact:
Tel: (506) 750-2000.

Explornatura

Located: Turrialba, Cartago

Duration: 3 hours.

Description: The Pejibaye River is a beautiful class II and III rapid river located about thirty minutes from Turrialba. We will go down six kilometers of the river in the small inflatable kayaks which are perfect for navigating and exploring the class II and III rapids in the river. Each ducky fits one to two people so you will go down the river with a guide in the ducky with you to help you better navigate and enjoy the river and ensure a safe and fun-filled adventure. It is a perfect tour to enjoy with all of the family. The adventure begins about 45 minutes outside of Turrialba where your guide will first give you a safety talk to orient you to the equipment and teach you the commands you will need to use on the river. After practicing all the commands and drills, you will begin your kayaking experience! You will help the river guide maneuver the ducky by paddling and following his/her instructions. As you are paddling down the river you will enjoy the surrounding landscapes of the river which include rolling coffee and sugar cane plantations, a variety of wildlife, and the cool, refreshing water of the Pejibaye River.

Contact:
Tel: (506) 556-4032 / (506) 556-2070

Rainforest World

Located: Turrialba, Cartago.

Description:   Explore the tropical rivers of three incredible whitewater zones of Costa Rica. YOUR TWO KAYAKER GUIDES are bilingual, friendly, well versed in guiding, safety, and rescue. In each zone we travel to we often hire a LOCAL kayaker friend of ours for his/her up to the week knowledge of river conditions. The use of our KAYAKS is included. Our transportation throughout the trip is with modern vans equipped with kayak racks, AC, and most importantly, solid responsible drivers!

Contact:
Tel: (506) 556-0014 / (506) 556-2678