Description
Last updated on December 14th, 2023 at 09:44 pm EST
This tour operates from roughly January to April only, weather permitting.
Droping a stunning 100 feet per mile, just 40 minutes from Manuel Antonio National Park, breathes the start of Costa Rica’s best commercial whitewater adventure. Chorro section starts in the mountain village of Esquipulas. Our route carves deep into the river’s exposed bedrock, making this thrilling section of the Naranjo River an exception to the geological youth of Costa Rica. This 3-kilometer canyon delights the adventure seeker with fun drops and steep runs through 12 technical narrows.
Paddle Hard! Get down…hi five! Be ready to bounce and squeeze through the gorge’s tight rock walls, maneuver and carve around massive boulders and bends, and sweep down drops through challenging unforgettable chutes. Dragon’s Tail, Chorro Rapid and Stacy’s Lament are some of the challenges that you will paddle through. Between runs we have the opportunity to witness untouched tropical forest yielding various species of birds such as the Chestnut Mandible Toucan, Aracaris, and several kinds of Kingfishers.
This unique yet challenging opportunity with H2O offers a first hand look at Costa Rica’s bountiful nature and dominating rivers.
Additional details
- This tour requires a minimum of 5 people to run. Please contact us to inquire about tour availability if your travel group is comprised of less than the tour operator’s required minimum number of participants.
Minimum/maximum age/weight/height/other requirements
- Children must be at least 15 years old to participate.
What to bring for tour participation
- Swimsuit and/or shorts of a quick-drying material
- Towel
- Sunscreen
- Bug repellent
- Complete change of clothes
- Rubber-soled shoes that stay on and can get wet (strap-on sandals, tennis shoes or similar; flip flops are not recommended)
Related reading
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