Day 01: Early morning pick up at your hotel (exactly pick up time given at the time of reservations). After a 2-½ hour drive, due east, past several picturesque valleys we arrive at our put in point. Here guides will help load your gear into dry bags, prepare the equipment raft and undergo a precise safety and paddle talk. This first day provides an amazing welcome to the Pacuare gorges its rapids and beauty. Depending on waters levels our arrival at River Lodge will come as a surprise. You can spend the afternoon relaxing, hiking, and soaking in waterfalls our simply wonderful around. The lodge, "Cabecar Indians Style" bungalows, offers all the sleeping comforts you need. A self-sufficient hydro plant creates the energy.
Day 02: This day is designed to remain at the Lodge and enjoy its beautiful surroundings. If good long rainforest hiking is what you want, our expert trail guides will plan a 5-hour hike into Garcia's Indian Village. Experience the side of the Pacuare few people know! Overnight at the River Lodge.
Day 03: Don't worry about wake up time, the beauty of the light through the forest, the sound of the toucans and the smell of coffee will get you going. After loading our gear-boats, prepare to paddle through the spectacular gorges of Rio Pacuare with amazing rapids, waterfalls, bird-life, butterflies and more. Lunch is served along the river. You will never forget rapids like Upper and Lower Huacas, Cimarron, Dos Montañas, and many more. At private take-out bathrooms, changing rooms, cold drinks and "bocas" are available. Drive back to San José or continue enjoy Costa Rica's Caribbean.