The 4 Best Waterfall Rafting and Tubing in Costa Rica

1.La Leona Waterfall Hike and River Tubing

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 90 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $90Our pick

Near Curubandé, this 4 to 5-hour outing pairs 90 minutes of river tubing with a waterfall adventure through rock canyons, streams, ladders, and a rope-assisted cave entry. Guides such as Ronnie, Victor, Diego, Brandy, and Rony lead the route and focus closely on safety.

“Well organized experience, we started with tubing down a river which was a lot of fun! The guides were cool and professionnal. Then, we did the 30mns hike to the waterfall which involves some swimming on the way. Of course, you have to wear life jackets all the time. I've been told it can be pretty busy in the morning, but being there around 2-3 pm worked out great for us since we didn't see many people.”

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2.Pure Trek Canyoning & White Water Rafting in La Fortuna

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 83 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $204

Spend about eight hours pairing Pure Trek waterfall rappelling with Balsa River rafting. You will rappel waterfalls, climb rocks, ride a zipline, tackle Class 2 to 3 rapids, stop for snacks, and enjoy lunch. Guides such as Byran, Myron, Augusto, and Mario are praised for calm safety support.

“Both parts of the tour were absolutely amazing! We didn't realize that the two parts were actually run by different tour companies but that coordinated really well together so it felt seamless. Just make sure to bring a change of clothes so you're not sitting around soaked during lunch!”

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3.Tubing Rio Celeste: The Longest Adventure With Lunch Included

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 72 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $65Best value

You’ll tube Rio Celeste with Onca Tours for about three hours, using provided equipment and insurance, then eat a typical Costa Rican lunch. Expect rainforest, lively current, a possible cliff jump, howler monkeys, and guides such as Antony. Meet in Katira and return there.

“This was an absolute blast! Absolutely stunning! Excellent team kept everyone moving. Thanks for an amazing experience!”

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4.La Leona waterfall Cliffjumping White water Tubbing PrivateTour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 71 reviews · 7 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $260

Spend a full day in Guanacaste with a private guide and driver, jumping from 25 to 45-foot cliffs, hiking and swimming to La Leona Waterfall, then tubing Colorado River rapids. Guides such as Paul, Sebastian, Alberto, and Jose are praised for photos, local stories, and friendly help.

“This was an absolutely amazing tour and a great company to use. After booking the company reached out via WhatsApp so we had a way of contacting them to ask questions in advance. The jump off the cliff was really fun! I never thought my wife or 17 year old would do it, but they did! Then the experience at La Leona waterfall was so amazing. We saw two different waterfalls and they were beautiful. We had about 30 minutes to hike to the waterfall and over rocks and limbs, but it was very easy but Definately don’t wear flip flops or loose fitting shoes. We had a quick lunch…”

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