White Water Rafting in Costa Rica and Sea Kayaking in Panamá
9 days
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Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival to Costa Rica
Pass By: Juan Santamaria International Airport, Provincia de Alajuela, Alajuela, Costa Rica
Airport pick up at the Juan Santamaria International Airport in San Jose and transfer to a charming B&B in Escazú.
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Casa de las Tías Hotel
Day 2: Raft class II-III rapids on an emerald green river lined by lush primary, tropical forests.Check in to the Lodge
Stop At: Pacuare River, Cartago Costa Rica
Rated one of the top rivers in the world, you’ll experience the intimate nature of the rainforest as you raft right through it. The warm water, cascading waterfalls, and opulently lush rainforest with its brilliantly colored plants, animals, and birds indulge your senses on every level. Add in two sections of the exciting Class III-IV white water rapids and you have a tropical adventure packed with rich experiences that last long after you’ve returned home.
Duration: 3 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: 1 Night Lodging at Rios Tropicales Lodge
Day 3: Transfer to the southern Caribbean coastal town of Cahuita for the night.
Stop At: Pacuare River, Cartago Costa Rica
Descend into the Pacuare canyon and enjoy the rapids of Huacas, Cimarrona and Dos Montañas, the infamous and awesome gorge!
Duration: 3 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
Accommodation included: 1 night lodging at Atlantida Lodge in Cahuita
Day 4: Shuttle to Almirante, Panama and water taxi to Bocas Town followed by a private boat transfer to our hotel in Bastimento
Stop At: Cahuita National Park, Cahuita Costa Rica
Discover Cahuita National Park before our departure to the border town of Sixaola.
Duration: 3 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Dinner
Accommodation included: 1 night lodging at Casa Cayucos
Day 5: Explore Bastimentos Island
Pass By: Bastimentos National Park, Isla Bastamientos, Isla Colon Panama
Explore Bastimentos Island
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: 1 night lodging at Casa Cayucos
Day 6: Explore Colon Island
Pass By: Bocas del Toro Province, Panama
Explore Colon Island
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 7: Explore Zapatillas Island
Pass By: Isla Zapatillas, Panama
Explore Zapatillas Island
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 8: Transfer back to San Jose.
Pass By: Casa de las Tías, San José Province, San Rafael de Escazú, Costa Rica
Return to Bocas Town for a bit of last minute shopping followed by transfer back to San Jose for a final dinner in the city.
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: 1 Night Lodging at Casa de Las Tías
Day 9: Departure day from the Juan Santamaria International Airport to catch your fly home.
Pass By: Juan Santamaria International Airport, Provincia de Alajuela, Alajuela, Costa Rica
N/A
Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 1: Arrival to Costa Rica
Pass By: Juan Santamaria International Airport, Provincia de Alajuela, Alajuela, Costa Rica
Airport pick up at the Juan Santamaria International Airport in San Jose and transfer to a charming B&B in Escazú.
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Casa de las Tías Hotel
Day 2: Raft class II-III rapids on an emerald green river lined by lush primary, tropical forests.Check in to the Lodge
Stop At: Pacuare River, Cartago Costa Rica
Rated one of the top rivers in the world, you’ll experience the intimate nature of the rainforest as you raft right through it. The warm water, cascading waterfalls, and opulently lush rainforest with its brilliantly colored plants, animals, and birds indulge your senses on every level. Add in two sections of the exciting Class III-IV white water rapids and you have a tropical adventure packed with rich experiences that last long after you’ve returned home.
Duration: 3 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: 1 Night Lodging at Rios Tropicales Lodge
Day 3: Transfer to the southern Caribbean coastal town of Cahuita for the night.
Stop At: Pacuare River, Cartago Costa Rica
Descend into the Pacuare canyon and enjoy the rapids of Huacas, Cimarrona and Dos Montañas, the infamous and awesome gorge!
Duration: 3 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
Accommodation included: 1 night lodging at Atlantida Lodge in Cahuita
Day 4: Shuttle to Almirante, Panama and water taxi to Bocas Town followed by a private boat transfer to our hotel in Bastimento
Stop At: Cahuita National Park, Cahuita Costa Rica
Discover Cahuita National Park before our departure to the border town of Sixaola.
Duration: 3 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Dinner
Accommodation included: 1 night lodging at Casa Cayucos
Day 5: Explore Bastimentos Island
Pass By: Bastimentos National Park, Isla Bastamientos, Isla Colon Panama
Explore Bastimentos Island
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: 1 night lodging at Casa Cayucos
Day 6: Explore Colon Island
Pass By: Bocas del Toro Province, Panama
Explore Colon Island
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 7: Explore Zapatillas Island
Pass By: Isla Zapatillas, Panama
Explore Zapatillas Island
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 8: Transfer back to San Jose.
Pass By: Casa de las Tías, San José Province, San Rafael de Escazú, Costa Rica
Return to Bocas Town for a bit of last minute shopping followed by transfer back to San Jose for a final dinner in the city.
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: 1 Night Lodging at Casa de Las Tías
Day 9: Departure day from the Juan Santamaria International Airport to catch your fly home.
Pass By: Juan Santamaria International Airport, Provincia de Alajuela, Alajuela, Costa Rica
N/A
Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.
Included
- 8x Breakfast
- 5x Dinner
- 5x Lunch
- Accommodation included: 6 nights
- Arrival transfer from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to your hotel in San Jose
- 8 nights exclusive lodging
- Beer and wine at meals at Panama Eco Resort
- Snacks, cold water and beer during sea kayaking excursions
- 2 World class, professional, English speaking guides with exceptional paddling experience
- private ground transportation in a motor coach (San Jose – Pacuare – Cahuita – Sixaola – San Jose)
- private ground transportation in a private shuttle Sixaola - Almirante (Panama)- Sixaola
- Water taxi (Almirante – Bocas town - Almirante)
- Private boat transfer from Bocas Town to Bastimentos and back
- All sit on top sea kayaks with backrest, paddles, and life vests included
- Support boat to take gear and assist paddlers during sea kayaking legs
- Free Wifi at all accomodations except Pacuare Riverfront Ecolodge
- Entry/Admission - Pacuare River
- Entry/Admission - Cahuita National Park
Not included
- Alcoholic beverages unless listed above
- Tips or gratuities
- unscheduled boat trips or excursions in Panama
Additional
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Features
Adrenaline
80%
Sport
75%
Aquatic
50%
Original
50%
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