White-water rafting and chocolate tour from La Fortuna
Do this because
- Mix your own chocolate to taste and learn how it's made from bean to bar
- Pump up your adrenaline, paddling grade two and three rapids on the River Balsa
- Feast on a traditional lunch in a rural country estate for a taste of pura vida
What to expect
Taste the food of the gods – chocolate – as you learn how Costa Ricans have been growing and enjoying it since the 17th century. Try mixing cinnamon, nutmeg, or chili to hit your sweet spot in a hands-on demo. Then it's off to the River Balsa for the adrenaline rush of white-water rafting along medium rapids that suit beginners. Pause between rapids for a swim before paddling to the end of this rainforest rollercoaster. Lunch awaits you at a traditional country estate, where you'll embrace the ‘pura vida', or pure life, of rural Costa Rica.
Important to know
- We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes
- We recommend you bring a quick-drying change of clothes (including some long trousers) on this trip and secure shoes, like water shoes or sports sandals for the rafting
- Don't forget to bring some suncream with you
- Suitable for beginners or first-time participants
- Not suitable for expectant mothers or guests with back problems
- Not suitable for families with small children
- Children must be supervised by an adult (over 18 years) at all time
- Not suitable for wheelchairs
- Bring bathing gear and sunblock
- Bring insect repellent
- Bring suitable footwear
- Bring money for extras or gratuities
- Subject to weather conditions
- Please note that all times are approximate and subject to change
- English-speaking guide for all nationalities
- This experience doesn't follow our general cancellation policy. If you need to cancel, you must do so at least 48-hours in advance to receive a full refund.
What’s included
Lunch
Local delicacy tasting
Transport
Guide
Equipment
Rafting
Workshop
Fruit and snacks
Dry towels
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 2 days before the experience begins.
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Provider
TUI DESTINATION EXPERIENCES COSTA RICA S.A.
Need a hand?
Would you like some help making a booking? Or perhaps you just want to ask a few questions. Whatever the reason, don't hesitate to get in touch.
Opening hours: Our team is available from 10.00 to 18.00 CET
Phone number: +44 121 468 3145
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