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      • 4-Day Ultimate
        $1160 / person. 4 nights, 4 days at two locations
      • 3-Day Raft + Zip
        $635 / person. All inclusive at Rio Vista Lodge
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      • 2-Day Pacuare
        $525 / person. Raft in & raft out at Rio Vista Lodge
      • Camino de Costa Rica
        Hike across the country from the Caribbean to the Pacific

      Adventures

      • Pacuare River Rafting
        The best whitewater rafting in the world
      • Pack Rafting
        Inflatable kayaking on the Rio Pejibaye or Rio Pacuare
      • Canyoning
        Waterfall rappelling down Silencio Creek
      • Zipline & Tarzan Swing
        Our canopy tour is part of our 3 and 4 day experience
      • Whitewater Rentals
        Kayaks, packrafts and rafts available for rent

      Our best all-inclusive trip: 3-Day Raft + Zip

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    • drone shot of three paddleboats on the Pacuare River
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  • Accommodations

      Rio Vista Lodge, Pacuare River

      • Rio Vista LodgeThe newest lodge on the Pacuare. Available on our 2, 3 and 4 day experience

      Turrialba Vista, Sitio de Mata

      • Turrialba VistaOur B & B located in Sitio de Mata, 15 minutes from the Pacuare River

      POC Lodge, Pacuare River

      • POC LodgeAvailable for our student groups or by special request
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Pacuare Outdoor Center logo
  • Trips & Experiences
      • 4-Day Ultimate
        $1160 / person. 4 nights, 4 days at two locations
      • 3-Day Raft + Zip — Most Popular!
        $635 / person. Class II, III & IV rafting | Zipline, Tarzan Swing | All inclusive at Rio Vista Lodge
      • 2-Day Pacuare
        $525 / person. Raft in & raft out at Rio Vista Lodge
      • Camino de Costa Rica
        Hike across the country from the Caribbean to the Pacific
  • Accommodations
      • Rio Vista LodgeThe newest lodge on the Pacuare. Available on our 2, 3 and 4 day experience
      • Turrialba VistaOur B & B located in Sitio de Mata, 15 minutes from the Pacuare River
      • POC LodgeAvailable for our student groups or by special request
  • Contact Us & Trip Planning
      • Send a message
        And other contact information
      • WhatsApp: +506 8922-4570
        Send a WhatsApp or call
      • About us
        Meet the staff and why choose us
      • Pacuare Pledge
        Protecting the Pacuare River and building our community
      • What to pack
        Essentials for your trip
      • Directions
        Trip meeting point information
      • Travel insurance
        Get a quote in 2 minutes
  • Trip Prices
Book Now

Our best all-inclusive trip: 3-Day Raft + Zip

  • pacuare river rafting by huacas falls
  • pacuare river bath
  • drone shot of three paddleboats on the Pacuare River
  • Macaw Drop video play icon
  • pacuare river rafting by huacas falls
  • pacuare river bath
  • drone shot of three paddleboats on the Pacuare River
  • Macaw Drop video play icon
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    Most Dangerous Things in Costa Rica

    ByStaff August 28, 2021August 17, 2025

    Navigating Costa Rica: Understanding and Mitigating Risks in Paradise Costa Rica is renowned for its lush rainforests, stunning beaches, and rich biodiversity, making it a…

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    Do US Citizens Need a Visa to Travel to Costa Rica?
    Costa Rica

    Do US Citizens Need a Visa to Travel to Costa Rica?

    ByStaff August 27, 2021August 17, 2025

    Do US citizens need a visa to travel to Costa Rica? US citizens do not need an entry visa to visit Costa Rica. However, they…

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    About the Rivers of Costa Rica
    Costa Rica

    About the Rivers of Costa Rica

    ByStaff May 22, 2021August 17, 2025

    Costa Rica is one of the top destinations on the planet for whitewater rafting. Steep terrain, a lot of rain, and year-long warm water make it the mecca of whitewater rafting.

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    What does Pura Vida mean?
    Costa Rica

    What does Pura Vida mean?

    ByStaff April 19, 2021August 16, 2025

    The phrase “pura vida” is to Cost Rica what “water” is to the human body.

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    Can you flush toilet paper in Costa Rica?
    Costa Rica

    Can you flush toilet paper in Costa Rica?

    ByStaff December 10, 2020August 17, 2025

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    Can you drink the water in Costa Rica?
    Costa Rica

    Can you drink the water in Costa Rica?

    ByStaff December 10, 2020August 16, 2025

    Think twice before drinking tap water on your Costa Rica trip.

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    Sup Surf Camp Costa Rica – Owners Story
    Costa Rica

    Sup Surf Camp Costa Rica – Owners Story

    ByStaff November 13, 2020August 16, 2025

    SurfSUP Camp Owners in Costa Rica When looking for an instructional service, the most important thing is going with a teacher or coach to deliver…

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    Places To Stay: Casa Turire, Turrialba
    Turrialba

    Places To Stay: Casa Turire, Turrialba

    ByStaff October 27, 2020November 17, 2023

    Casa Turire Casa Turire has been one of our favorites since we started. The grounds are some of the lushest you will find anywhere in…

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    Pacuare River, Costa Rica
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    Our companies

    Pacuare Outdoor Center: Lodging and rafting on the Pacuare River
    Costa Rican Resource: Immersive student travel tours since 1999.
    El Camino Trekking: High end El Camino de Costa Rica multi-day trekking tours.
    Camino de Costa Rica Guide: Accommodation booking tool for DIY hikers on the Camino de Costa Rica

    Affiliated Experiences

    Six day rafting trips with Idaho River Journeys on the Middle Fork of the Salmon
    4 day Rogue rafting vacations with Indigo Creek Outfitters