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Discover the beauty of Costa Rica's Pacific coast on 13 kayaking tours for 2026 and 2027. Kayak through lush mangroves, tranquil lagoons, and explore secluded beaches as you experience the unspoiled beauty of Costa Rica. Marvel at diverse wildlife including howler monkeys, scarlet macaws, and iguanas. Interact with local communities to learn about their history and culture, and feel your spirit soar in this paradise on Earth while being active on an unforgettable adventure. Our kayaking trips start at $478, and expeditions can last up to 5 to 10 days. Adventure Life will ensure you have a seamless journey with every detail taken care of from start to finish, so you can focus on creating lasting memories out in the wilds of Costa Rica! Contact one of our Costa Rica kayaking specialists today to start planning your trip!
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Scarlet macaws perched in the rainforest
from $2,294
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Wild Costa Rica Corcovado

8 Day Itinerary
  • Whitewater raft the Pacuare River
  • Search for scarlet macaws
  • Camp on sandy beaches
  • Hike along paths in Corcovado
Starts / Ends
San Jose / San Jose
Activity Level
Moderate
Experience an 8-day Costa Rica vacation package that immerses you in the natural wonders of Central America. After a two-day whitewater rafting trip on the Pacuare River, explore the Osa Peninsula and Corcovado National Park, where you can go horseback riding, hiking, kayaking, surfing, snorkeling, whale watching, or take a rainforest canopy tour.
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Pacuare River
from $2,760
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Beaches & Rainforest

9 Day Itinerary
  • Climb a giant kapok tree
  • Relax on white sand beaches
  • Snorkel and kayak in the Caribbean
  • Raft the Pacuare River
Starts / Ends
San Jose / San Jose
Activity Level
Easy Active
Enjoy this active and varied 9-day Costa Rica vacation that is suitable for almost any age of traveler. Plunge down the whitewater of the Pacuare River, experience the jungle adventures of Selva Bananito Lodge, and end with a few relaxing days on a Caribbean beach. Snorkeling, kayaking, and rainforest exploration highlight this trip.
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Pacuare River
from $2,295
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Beaches & Rainforest

8 Day Itinerary
  • Climb a giant kapok tree
  • Raft the Pacuare River
  • Snorkel a large coral reef system
  • Hike through the rainforest
Activity Level
Easy Active
This 8-day Costa Rica tour explores the Caribbean coast, Cahuita National Park, & the Pacuare River. Whitewater rafting, hiking, climbing, and snorkeling will highlight your experience in the lush tropical rainforest, wild rivers, jungle lodges, and beautiful beaches of Costa Rica.
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Wildlife of Costa Rica - colorful tree frog
from $3,117
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Discover Costa Rica

Multisport Adventure Tour - 9 Day Itinerary
  • Raft Class III-IV rapids
  • Bike through an agricultural center
  • Sample local foods from the field
  • Kayak to Ballena Island
Activities
Biking
Activity Level
Easy Active
This thrilling 9-day Costa Rica multisport adventure tour takes you whitewater rafting on the Pacuare River, biking through tropical plantations, hiking the cloud forest at the Savegre Reserve, zip-lining through the canopy at Hacienda Baru, snorkeling & kayaking in Ballena National Park, and strolling along the beaches of the Pacific coastline.
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Casa Corcovado Jungle Lodge
from $2,459
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Corcovado Lodge Adventure

6 Day Itinerary
Activities
Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Fishing, Horseback Riding, Scuba Diving, Whale Watching
Activity Level
Easy Active
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Spot stunning wildlife in the tree canopy
from $4,579
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Exploring Costa Rica: Guanacaste, Santa Rosa and Rincon de la Vieja

6 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Quest
  • Navigate Costa Rica’s Guanacaste
  • Discover diverse tropical ecosystem
  • Enjoy Isla Tortuga’s beaches
  • Explore volcanic landscapes
Starts / Ends
San Jose / San Jose
Activity Level
Variable
Discover the treasures of one of Costa Rica’s richest regions, Guanacaste, on a 6-day voyage aboard National Geographic Quest. As you venture from uninhabited isles to wildlife-rich jungles and friendly surf towns, bask in the “pura vida” that infuses this ecologically rich country.
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Kayaking at the Hatillo Mangroves
from $2,966
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Coast to Coast Multisport

10 Day Itinerary
  • Plunge through the Pacuare's rapids
  • Rappel down waterfalls
  • Kayak off the Pacific coast
  • Hike lowland tropical forest
Activities
Whitewater Rafting
Activity Level
Moderate
Explore Costa Rica from coast to coast on this active 10-day multisport vacation. From river rafting, snorkeling, kayaking, and canyoning to relaxation time, you'll enjoy the best that Costa Rica has to offer while staying in sustainable eco-lodges and reserves. Visit Cahuita National Park, La Tirimbina Reserve, the Pacuare River, & Arenal Volcano.
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Kayaking the Central Pacific coast in Costa Rica
from $2,678
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Costa Rica Multisport

9 Day Itinerary
  • Raft the Pacuare River
  • Hike through the cloudforest
  • Zip line through the rainforest
  • Kayak and snorkel around Ballena
Activity Level
Challenging
On this active 9-day Costa Rica vacation you'll explore the rainforest by raft, hike, zip-line, and kayak - from Los Cusingos Biological Reserve to the summit of Chirripo Peak and down to the coastal beaches of Ballena National Marine Park & Terraba Sierpe Mangrove Swamps.
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Panama Canal
from $5,772
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Costa Rica and the Panama Canal

Eastbound - 8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Quest
  • Observe animals in their habitat
  • Kayak through magical mangroves
  • Transit the historical Panama Canal
  • Explore Gulf of Panama beaches
Activity Level
Variable
Discover Costa Rica & Panama on this 8-day cruise aboard the National Geographic Quest. Venture into remote wilderness and hike among monkeys, sloths, and tropical birds, explore idyllic islands, snorkel over a vibrant coral reef, and take an expedition landing craft cruise through mangroves.
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Explore beautiful Costa Rica
from $6,801
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Exploring Arenal Volcano, Pearl Islands and the Panama Canal

San Jose to Panama - 9 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Quest
  • Arenal Volcano exploration
  • Relax in Ecotermales hot springs
  • Pearl Islands snorkeling
  • Navigate the Panama Canal
Starts / Ends
San Jose / Panama City
Activities
Wildlife Viewing, Hiking, Kayaking, Snorkeling, Rainforest Exploration, Archaeological Site Visits, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Land & Sea Exploration
Activity Level
Variable
Arrive in San Jose, transfer to La Fortuna and start the 9-day land and sea adventure. Explore Arenal Volcano and rainforest trails. Fly to Panama City and embark National Geographic Quest. Kayak, hike, and cruise the Panama Canal, Gatun Lake, and Pearl Islands while snorkeling, exploring fortresses, and discovering tropical wildlife.
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Manuel Antonio Park in Costa Rica
from $659
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Manuel Antonio

4 Day Itinerary
Activities
Ziplining
Activity Level
Relaxed
This highly customizable 4-day tour takes you into the tropical jungle/ Pacific coastal region of Manuel Antonio, where you can enjoy deep sea fishing, canopy ziplining, mangrove kayaking, horseback riding, sailing tours, ATV tours, snorkeling tours or relax at the beach. You can also explore Manuel Antonio National Park each day.
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Visit the lush jungle and stunning waterfalls
from $2,735
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Wild Costa Rica

Nicuesa - 8 Day Itinerary
  • Spend two days rafting the Pacuare
  • Camp along the river
  • Tour the jungle with a naturalist
  • Take a night walk to see wildlife
Activity Level
Easy Active
This exhilarating 8-day tour takes you first on a thrilling two-day whitewater rafting trip along the Pacuare River and then into the lush jungle to learn about the birds, monkeys, sloths, and other animals that live there. This is followed by a 3-day trip to Playa Nicuesa, where you can see beautiful macaws before heading back to San Jose.
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River trip
from $479
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Tortuguero

3 Day Itinerary
  • Cruise La Suerte & Tortuguero river
  • See exotic widlife
  • Observe green sea turtle breeding
Activities
Village Visits
Activity Level
Relaxed
Discover the amazing Tortuguero National Park, called Costa Rica's "Little Amazon." Explore the canals winding through the rainforest, home to exotic wildlife. Take a boat ride along the La Suerte River, through the canals, and along the Tortuguero River. A two night stay at Turtle Beach Lodge is included.
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