{"id":501,"date":"2008-12-24T16:37:22","date_gmt":"2008-12-24T23:37:22","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.calnative.com\/blog\/?p=501"},"modified":"2009-01-15T18:18:57","modified_gmt":"2009-01-16T01:18:57","slug":"costa-rica-rivers-rock-for-rafting","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/www.calnative.com\/blog\/costa-rica-rivers-rock-for-rafting\/","title":{"rendered":"Costa Rica Rivers Rock for Rafting"},"content":{"rendered":"

For many people, no tour of Costa Rica<\/a> would be complete without a thrilling rafting trip on one of the country\u2019s beautiful jungle rivers. Costa Rica’s rivers<\/a> are perfect for both beginners and experienced rafters.\u00a0With ample annual rainfall, mountainous landscapes, and plenty of road-to-river access, the country prides itself on being a whitewater paradise.\u00a0To top it off, Costa Rica has warm weather year round.<\/p>\n

Your rafting adventure begins when you are met at your hotel in San Jose and driven to the outpost for a delicious breakfast. Then it\u2019s on to the river\u2019s edge where your equipment is issued and adjusted for a proper fit.\u00a0There, you receive safety instructions and tips for basic paddling strokes.\u00a0Safety is always at the forefront during any tours hosted by The California Native and the guides are experienced professionals with extensive knowledge of navigation, river rescue, and first aid.\"Whitewater<\/p>\n

The Reventazon River is great for beginners and intermediate rafters. It is also perfect for those curious about the sport who want to experience the sensation of bobbing downstream, through magnificent rainforest, and experiencing the thrill of exciting\u2014but not too scary\u2014whitewater rapids.<\/p>\n

For those who want even more adventure, the Pacuare River is your best bet. Chock full of expert-level rapids, the Pacuare is a world-famous run guaranteed to get the pulse pounding. Flowing toward the Atlantic, the 14-mile section winds through the jungle giving you plenty of opportunities to spot parrots, toucans, monkeys, and butterflies.\u00a0But be sure not to take your eyes off the water for too long, because the Class I \u2013 V rapids are best viewed from inside<\/em> the boat rather than out.\u00a0If you do become separated from your seat, don\u2019t panic, the guide will be quick to fish you back on board.<\/p>\n

For those who can\u2019t get enough, The California Native offers a 2-day option where guests are able to overnight on the Pacuare at a comfortable riverside lodge. There is no better way to relax from a day of paddling than to be lulled by the sounds of river while looking forward to another day of whitewater rapid transit.\u00a0On the second day, more rapids with names like \u2018Two Mountains\u2019 and \u2018Cimmaron\u2019 (translated from Spanish as wild<\/em>) lay downstream ready to challenge you and your crew mates.\u00a0Back at the outpost, hot showers and a warm lunch await you before you are driven back to San Jose.<\/p>\n

So grab your river-runner sandals, join The California Native<\/a> on a Costa Rica Adventure<\/a>, and come aboard!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

For many people, no tour of Costa Rica would be complete without a thrilling rafting trip on one of the country\u2019s beautiful jungle rivers. Costa Rica’s rivers are perfect for both beginners and experienced rafters.\u00a0With ample annual rainfall, mountainous landscapes, and plenty of road-to-river access, the country prides itself on being a whitewater paradise.\u00a0To top … <\/p>\n

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