Savegre Whitewater Rafting

Of course you can expect, as the Manuel Antonio specialist, that our world-class, internationally-trained, bilingual guides and safety kayakers will expertly guide and teach you how to navigate through this exciting river experience.  But you and your group of fellow rafters start slowly and build your way up to an unforgettable yet manageable adventure that will leave you either begging for more – so go on the Naranjo River high-octane trip next – or either leave completely satisfied and happy that you experienced one of Costa Rica’s famous rivers, the Savegre.

Starting with a 4x4 ride into the “wilds” of Costa Rica’s tropical jungle with breathtaking scenery of more remote areas of the Savegre, your journey begins at “Silencio”.  This is a little local village of thatched roof dwellings where you can enjoy a typical Tico breakfast after a “bumpy road” journey, yet before you paddle down the Savegre.  Make sure you make your reservations for lunch, and don’t forget to meander through the beautiful flora and fauna of the surrounding African Palm Plantations before you head off into the winding mountains to start the rafting leg of your journey.

The Savegre River provides Class II, III and some IV rapids that are manageable in sturdy rafts that accommodate 2 to 6 people comfortably.  Our guides stop at locally known swimming spots and breathtaking waterfalls, if the rafters want a break from paddling, and there is always time to enjoy the abundant variety of wildlife along the river.  On most trips, rafters will observe egrets, osprey, toucans, parrots, kingfishers, cormorants, and many other species local to this protected area of the tropical rain forest.  After a steady 13 mile trip down the river, we wind our way back to the little village of “Silencio” where a gladly awaited hot lunch “Tico Style” and local refreshments are waiting.  Once fed, happy and well-traveled, our now experienced Savegre River rafters spend a leisurely trip home driving back to Manuel Antonio, to ponder on continuing a rafting experience on the Naranjo River or to savor the experiences of your day just past.

• Come prepared to have an adventure.
• Be prepared to get wet.
• Wear sturdy water shoes or sandals.
• Leave your camera or valuables at your hotel or in the security van – you won’t have time to take pictures.
• Ask Iguana Tours to provide a photographer who can put your pictures on CD for you with added extras of our national treasure, Manuel Antonio.
• Be surprised to learn a lot about Costa Rica’s tropical flora and fauna.
• Pick your river wisely – more Class IV action comes from the Naranjo and children might not enjoy that adventure just yet.
• If you want to saver the flavors of Costa Rica, go on the Savegre River Challenge – it comes with a hearty Tico style breakfast, snacks, and hot lunch.
• If you are staying in or visiting the Jaco or Los Sueños area, the Naranjo adventure is an excellent tour for you or your group to experience a Costa Rican river in a short amount of time, in contrast to the full-day trip on the Savegre.  Round trip transfers and all other accommodations are included for $20 more per person (due to additional transportation costs, minimum 4 people for this service).