Challenge yourself on one of Costa Rica's premier white-water rafting adventures. The Tenorio River offers exciting Class III–IV rapids, breathtaking canyon scenery, crystal-clear waters, and an unforgettable journey through one of Guanacaste's most spectacular tropical landscapes.
Paddle through exciting Class III–IV rapids with experienced professional guides, enjoying one of the country's most thrilling rafting experiences.
Navigate exhilarating rapids, rolling waves, and dramatic river drops as the Tenorio River winds through untouched tropical rainforest.
Drift between towering canyon walls surrounded by lush rainforest, where spectacular scenery accompanies every section of the river.
Your certified rafting guides provide expert instruction, high-quality safety equipment, and support throughout the adventure, ensuring an exciting and safe experience.
We understand that travel plans may change. We understand that travel plans may change. Our cancellation policy for tours and day experiences: cancellations made 7 or more days before the tour date receive a full refund. Cancellations made between 48 hours and 6 days before receive a 50% refund. Cancellations made less than 48 hours before the scheduled experience are not eligible for a refund, although exceptional situations may be reviewed individually.
No-show reservations are charged in full. Guests are granted a complimentary waiting period of up to 1 hour after the scheduled pickup time; beyond this period, the booking will be considered a no-show.
Tour rescheduling must be requested at least 24 hours in advance.
Guest safety is our priority. Experiences canceled by Wild Papagayo due to unsafe river or weather conditions will be rescheduled whenever possible. If rescheduling cannot be arranged, a full refund will be issued.
✓ Sunscreen
✓ Bug spray
✓ Hat or cap
✓ Sunglasses
✓ Camera
✓ Reusable water bottle
✓ Swimsuit
✓ Extra set of clothes
✓ Towel
✓ Water shoes / sandals
✓ Cash for personal expenses (gratuities)
✓ Private air-conditioned transportation
✓ Complimentary bottled water
✓ Snacks and refreshments
✓ Experienced certified bilingual local guide
✓ Full Class III–IV Tenorio River rafting experience
✓ Snacks on the river
✓ Traditional Costa Rican lunch
✓ All safety gear (helmet, life jacket, paddle, dry bag)
Private Class III–IV white water rafting on the Tenorio River — racing rapids, plunging over falls and lush tropical wildlife. Snacks and lunch included. Certified bilingual guide exclusively for your group.
Your certified private guide, exclusively dedicated to your group. Guide pickup is included on the way to the destination.
We've done rafting before, but never anything like the Tenorio. The first Class IV rapid hit us before we were fully ready and we were all laughing and screaming at the same time. The waterfall drop was the moment — genuinely unexpected, genuinely terrifying for about two seconds, and then the most elated I've felt on any trip. Our guide was world-class.
I came to Costa Rica looking for something genuinely challenging and the Tenorio delivered without question. The rapids are relentless and the jungle scenery between them is spectacular. The guide had complete control at all times — you feel the trust building in the first ten minutes and it never wavers. An exceptional experience from start to finish.
The lunch afterwards was a perfect reset — sitting by the water, completely soaked and completely happy. My son (12 years old) said it was the best day of his life. I'm inclined to agree. The private raft meant the guide could set the pace entirely for us — faster through the calms, slower to appreciate the jungle. Exactly how it should be done.
